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Four-Day Family-Friendly Kerala Itinerary in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Kochi
    40 minutes (22.6 km) from Cochin International Airport

    In the morning, explore the Fort Kochi neighborhood, where you can find the iconic Chinese fishing nets and the St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. In the afternoon, visit the Hill Palace Museum, which boasts of a large collection of historical artifacts. In the evening, catch a traditional Kathakali dance performance at the Kerala Kathakali Centre.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours and 30 minutes (130 km) from Kochi

    In the morning, take a scenic drive to Munnar hill station and breathe in the fresh air of the tea plantations. In the afternoon, go on a guided trek in the Eravikulam National Park to see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. In the evening, watch the sunset at the Top Station viewpoint.

  3. Day 3: Alleppey
    4 hours and 20 minutes (150 km) from Munnar

    In the morning, get on board a houseboat for a leisurely trip through the serene backwaters of Alleppey. In the afternoon, take a break from the boat and go on a guided tour of the Alleppey Beach. In the evening, enjoy a delicious seafood dinner on the houseboat.

  4. Day 4: Kovalam
    3 hours and 40 minutes (190 km) from Alleppey

    In the morning, go for a swim or sunbathe at the beautiful Kovalam Beach. In the afternoon, visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, a stunning architectural marvel. In the evening, watch a thrilling Kalaripayattu martial arts performance at the CVN Kalari Sangham.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Periyar National Park in Thekkady for a chance to spot wild elephants and tigers. You could also take a day trip to the Athirapally Waterfalls for a refreshing swim. Don't forget to try the local cuisine, especially the seafood and banana chips. Plan your trip to attend the Thrissur Pooram festival, a grand celebration of the Hindu temple culture, if you happen to be in Kerala in April or May.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chinese fishing nets (1 hour, free)
  • St. Francis Church (45 minutes, free)
  • Hill Palace Museum (2 hours, ₹30)
  • Kathakali dance performance (2 hours, ₹400)
  • Eravikulam National Park trek (3 hours, ₹1200)
  • Top Station viewpoint (1 hour, free)
  • Alleppey houseboat trip (6 hours, ₹8000)
  • Alleppey Beach guided tour (2 hours, free)
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Kalaripayattu performance (1 hour, ₹500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹10,130
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