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7-Day Kerala Itinerary in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Fort Kochi
    44 minutes (12.5 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Discover the charming colonial architecture, visit the iconic Chinese fishing nets in the morning, explore St. Francis Church and Santa Cruz Basilica in the afternoon, and catch a Kathakali dance performance in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours 10 minutes (126 km) from Fort Kochi

    Witness the rolling hills of tea plantations in the morning, trek to the scenic Anamudi Peak in the afternoon, and visit the Tata Tea Museum to learn about tea processing in the evening.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    2 hours 55 minutes (91.8 km) from Munnar

    Embark on a boat safari to spot elephants, tigers, and other wildlife in Periyar National Park in the morning, take a spice plantation tour in the afternoon, and enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance performance in the evening.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    3 hours 30 minutes (138 km) from Thekkady

    Cruise through the serene backwaters in a houseboat in the morning, take a stroll along the picturesque Marari Beach in the afternoon, and enjoy a sunset boat ride on the Vembanad Lake in the evening.

  5. Day 5: Kovalam
    3 hours 50 minutes (184 km) from Alleppey

    Relax on the golden sands of Kovalam Beach in the morning, visit the ancient Padmanabhaswamy Temple in the afternoon, and enjoy a rejuvenating Ayurvedic massage in the evening.

  6. Day 6: Varkala
    1 hour 10 minutes (45.5 km) from Kovalam

    Take a dip in the natural spring waters at Varkala Beach in the morning, visit the 2,000-year-old Janardhana Swamy Temple in the afternoon, and enjoy a cliffside sunset view in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Thiruvananthapuram
    1 hour (30 km) from Varkala

    Visit the iconic Napier Museum and adjacent Art Gallery in the morning, explore the sprawling Padmanabhapuram Palace in the afternoon, and catch a musical performance at the Sooryakanthi Auditorium in the evening.

Recommendations

Consider taking a day trip to the scenic Athirapally Waterfalls from Kochi. Also, don't miss out on trying the local cuisine and shopping for spices and handicrafts at the various markets along the way. To maximize your fun, hire a private driver or join a guided tour to navigate through the often traffic-laden roads and fully immerse yourself in the local culture.

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