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5-Day Itinerary for Kerala in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Kochi
    30 minutes (22 km) from Cochin International Airport

    In the morning, visit the famous Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, which was built in the 16th century and houses beautiful murals. In the afternoon, take a stroll at Fort Kochi Beach, enjoy the scenic view of Chinese fishing nets and visit St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. In the evening, watch a Kathakali dance performance, a traditional dance form of Kerala.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4.5 hours (130 km) from Kochi

    Start your day with a refreshing visit to the tea plantations of Munnar, which are a sight to behold. In the afternoon, visit the Eravikulam National Park and spot the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. In the evening, head to the top station viewpoint to witness the sunset over the Western Ghats.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    3 hours (90 km) from Munnar

    Start your day early and head out for a boat ride in Periyar National Park, where you can spot a variety of wildlife such as elephants, tigers, and leopards. In the afternoon, visit the Mangala Devi Temple and the Kadathanadan Kalari Centre to watch a Kalaripayattu martial arts performance. In the evening, enjoy a stroll through the spice markets of Thekkady.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    3 hours (140 km) from Thekkady

    In the morning, take a scenic drive to Alleppey and enjoy the tranquil backwaters of Kerala on a houseboat cruise. In the afternoon, visit the Alleppey Beach and enjoy a refreshing swim. In the evening, explore the local markets of Alleppey and sample some delicious seafood.

  5. Day 5: Kovalam
    3.5 hours (160 km) from Alleppey

    Start your day with a visit to the iconic Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. In the afternoon, relax on the beautiful sandy beaches of Kovalam and enjoy some water sports activities. In the evening, head to the Lighthouse Beach and watch the sunset over the Arabian Sea.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on a visit to the Athirappilly Waterfalls in Thrissur and the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary in Wayanad. If you have more time, consider taking a side trip to the picturesque village of Varkala to enjoy the cliffs and beaches.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mattancherry Palace (2 hours, ₹ 50)
  • Fort Kochi Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Kathakali Performance (2 hours, ₹ 500)
  • Tea Plantation Tour in Munnar (3 hours, ₹ 1000)
  • Eravikulam National Park (3 hours, ₹ 400)
  • Periyar National Park Boat Ride (3 hours, ₹ 300)
  • Kalaripayattu Performance (1.5 hours, ₹ 300)
  • Alleppey Houseboat Cruise (5 hours, ₹ 8000)
  • Alleppey Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Kovalam Beach (3 hours, Free)

Total Estimated Costs: ₹ 10,550

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