In the morning, visit the Mattancherry Palace, also known as Dutch Palace, built-in 1555 AD. Explore the palace which houses some beautiful murals, antiques and artifacts. Later, head to Fort Kochi beach, the perfect spot for a relaxing afternoon with your family. In the evening, visit the Chinese fishing nets and watch the fishermen in action while enjoying the beautiful sunset.
Munnar is a beautiful hill station and famous for its tea plantations. In the morning, visit the Tata Tea Museum and learn about the history of tea plantations in Munnar. Afternoon, visit the Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. In the evening, go for a stroll in the tea plantations and enjoy the scenic beauty of Munnar.
In the morning, head to Alleppey, famous for its backwaters. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon on a houseboat, cruising through the beautiful backwaters while feasting on delicious local cuisine. In the evening, watch the sunset from the boat and enjoy the calmness of nature.
Kovalam is a famous beach destination. In the morning, visit the Lighthouse beach, known for its beautiful lighthouse and watchtower. Later, head to the Hawa beach and enjoy some water sports. In the evening, visit the Samudra beach and enjoy the beautiful sunset while sipping on some delicious coconut water.
If you have time, visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in Thekkady, where you can spot elephants, tigers and other wildlife species. You can also visit the Athirapally waterfalls, famous for its scenic beauty. A side trip to Wayanad, a hill station known for its beautiful landscapes and wildlife, is also recommended. To maximize your fun, try local cuisine, like appam and stew, puttu and kadala curry, and fish curry with rice. Don't forget to shop for local spices, tea, and handicrafts as souvenirs.
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