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7-Day Itinerary for Kerala in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Fort Kochi
    44 minutes (19.5 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Visit the Mattancherry Palace in the morning to see its beautiful murals and traditional Kerala architecture. In the afternoon, explore the Fort Kochi beach and its iconic Chinese fishing nets. In the evening, watch a Kathakali performance at the Kerala Kathakali Centre.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    3 hours 40 minutes (128 km) from Fort Kochi

    Start your day with a refreshing trek through the tea plantations in Munnar. In the afternoon, visit the Top Station viewpoint for stunning panoramic views. In the evening, relax with a cup of freshly brewed tea at the Tea Museum.

  3. Day 3: Alleppey
    4 hours 10 minutes (155 km) from Munnar

    Take a leisurely morning cruise on a houseboat along the backwaters of Alleppey. In the afternoon, visit the Alleppey beach for a refreshing swim and some sunbathing. In the evening, indulge in some local seafood delicacies at the Thaff Delicacy restaurant.

  4. Day 4: Kumarakom
    1 hour 10 minutes (47 km) from Alleppey

    In the morning, take a guided tour of the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary to spot some exotic birds. In the afternoon, go for a canoe ride along the beautiful backwaters. In the evening, enjoy a relaxing Ayurvedic massage at the Ayurmana Spa.

  5. Day 5: Kovalam
    4 hours 20 minutes (206 km) from Kumarakom

    Start your day with some early morning yoga on the Kovalam beach. In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Halcyon Castle and its lush gardens. In the evening, enjoy the sunset view from the Lighthouse Beach.

  6. Day 6: Trivandrum
    30 minutes (12.5 km) from Kovalam

    Visit the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple in the morning for some spiritual enlightenment. In the afternoon, explore the Napier Museum and its impressive collection of ancient artifacts. In the evening, enjoy some street food at the Chalai Bazaar.

  7. Day 7: Varkala
    1 hour 15 minutes (50 km) from Trivandrum

    Start your day with some surfing lessons on the Varkala beach. In the afternoon, visit the 800-year-old Janardanaswamy Temple for some cultural insights. In the evening, enjoy a relaxing sunset view from the Varkala Cliff.

Recommendations

Other local attractions worth visiting include the Periyar National Park, the Athirapally Waterfalls, and the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. You can also consider taking a side trip to the beautiful hill station of Thekkady. To maximize your fun, try out some local Kerala cuisine and take part in some cultural events.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mattancherry Palace (1 hour, ₹100)
  • Kathakali Performance (2 hours, ₹400)
  • Tea Museum (1 hour, ₹120)
  • Houseboat Cruise (4 hours, ₹8,000)
  • Guided Tour of Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (2 hours, ₹200)
  • Canoe Ride (2 hours, ₹500)
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Napier Museum (2 hours, ₹20)
  • Surfing Lessons (2 hours, ₹2,500)
  • Janardanaswamy Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): ₹11,860
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