5-Day Itinerary for Exploring the Beauty of Kerala

Day 1: Arrival and Kochi Exploration

Kochi, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Kashi Art Café

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Kashi Art Café, known for its artistic ambiance and tasty continental food.
Located in Fort Kochi, easily reachable by a short walk.
₹400, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit to Fort Kochi Beach

Enjoy the morning breeze while exploring the historic Fort Kochi Beach and the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets.
Walkable distance from Kashi Art Café.
Free, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Seagull Restaurant

Savor fresh seafood and traditional Kerala dishes at Seagull Restaurant, offering a great view of the waterfront.
A short drive or rickshaw ride from Fort Kochi Beach.
₹800, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Mattancherry Palace

Visit the historic Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, and explore its beautiful murals and artifacts.
A quick rickshaw ride from the restaurant.
₹10, 1 hour

4:00PM

Jew Town and Paradesi Synagogue

Wander through Jew Town, visiting the Paradesi Synagogue, one of the oldest active synagogues in the Commonwealth.
Located close to Mattancherry Palace, easily walkable.
₹5, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Fusion Bay

End your day with a delightful dinner at Fusion Bay, known for its fusion of traditional Kerala and continental cuisines.
Take a short rickshaw ride back to Fort Kochi.
₹600, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Alleppey Backwaters

Alleppey, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at The Malabar Junction

Have a hearty breakfast at The Malabar Junction before heading to Alleppey.
Located in Fort Kochi, a short walk from most accommodations.
₹500, 1 hour

9:30AM

Drive to Alleppey

Embark on a scenic drive to Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, famous for its backwaters.
Approximately 1.5-hour drive from Kochi.
₹1500 (car hire), 1.5 hours

11:30AM

Check-In Houseboat

Check into a traditional houseboat and begin your enchanting backwater cruise.
Houseboat boarding points are well-marked and accessible.
₹7000 (full day and night), 24 hours

12:30PM

Lunch on Houseboat

Enjoy a sumptuous traditional Kerala lunch prepared onboard the houseboat.
Served onboard.
Included in houseboat cost, 1 hour

2:00PM

Backwater Cruise

Relax and take in the serene beauty of the backwaters as you cruise through the narrow canals and lagoons.
Cruise continues onboard the houseboat.
Included in houseboat cost, Rest of the day

7:00PM

Dinner on Houseboat

Relish a delectable dinner made from fresh local ingredients while anchored in the peaceful backwaters.
Served onboard.
Included in houseboat cost, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Thekkady Wildlife

Thekkady, India

8:00AM

Breakfast on Houseboat

Start your day with a delightful breakfast on the houseboat before disembarking.
Served onboard.
Included in houseboat cost, 1 hour

9:30AM

Drive to Thekkady

Head eastward to Thekkady, known for its wildlife and spice plantations.
Approximately 4-hour drive.
₹3000 (car hire), 4 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Spice Village

Enjoy a tasty lunch at Spice Village, which offers a variety of traditional Kerala and Indian dishes.
Located within Thekkady, easy to find.
₹800, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Explore the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary with a guided boat ride on Periyar Lake, spotting elephants and other wildlife.
Short drive from the restaurant.
₹500 (entry and boat ride), 2.5 hours

6:00PM

Spice Plantation Tour

Visit a local spice plantation and learn about the cultivation of various spices.
Nearby the wildlife sanctuary, requires a short drive.
₹200, 1 hour

7:30PM

Dinner at Thekkady Café

Conclude your day with a delightful dinner at Thekkady Café, offering a mix of local and continental dishes.
Located centrally in Thekkady.
₹600, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Munnar Hill Station

Munnar, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel in Thekkady before heading to Munnar.
Served at your hotel.
Included in accommodation cost, 1 hour

9:30AM

Drive to Munnar

Travel north to the picturesque hill station of Munnar, known for its tea gardens.
Approximately 3-hour drive.
₹2500 (car hire), 3 hours

12:30PM

Check-In Hotel

Arrive in Munnar and check into your hotel to freshen up.
Located in central Munnar.
Varies based on hotel selection, 30 minutes

1:00PM

Lunch at Saravana Bhavan

Have a traditional South Indian lunch at Saravana Bhavan, a popular vegetarian restaurant.
Located in the heart of Munnar town.
₹400, 1 hour

2:30PM

Tea Museum

Visit the Tata Tea Museum to learn about the history of tea production in Munnar.
A short drive from the town center.
₹125, 1.5 hours

4:30PM

Eravikulam National Park

Explore Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and stunning landscapes.
Approximately 45-minute drive from the Tea Museum.
₹90, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Rapsy Restaurant

End your day with a delicious dinner at Rapsy Restaurant, known for its variety of Indian and international dishes.
Located in Munnar town.
₹500, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: Munnar Exploration and Return to Kochi

Munnar and Kochi, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a relaxing breakfast at your hotel in Munnar.
Served at your hotel.
Included in accommodation cost, 1 hour

9:30AM

Attukal Waterfalls

Visit the beautiful Attukal Waterfalls, a great spot for morning relaxation and photography.
Approximately 30-minute drive from Munnar town.
Free, 1.5 hours

11:30AM

Top Station

Drive up to Top Station, offering panoramic views of the Western Ghats and Tamil Nadu plains.
About 1-hour drive from Attukal Waterfalls.
Free, 2 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Sree Mahaveer Bhojanalaya

Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at Sree Mahaveer Bhojanalaya, known for its North Indian cuisine.
Located in Munnar town.
₹300, 1 hour

3:30PM

Return Drive to Kochi

Begin your journey back to Kochi for your onward travel or flight.
Approximately 4-hour drive.
₹2500 (car hire), 4 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Grand Hotel

Have a farewell dinner at the Grand Hotel in Kochi, offering a variety of Kerala and international dishes.
Located centrally in Kochi.
₹800, 1.5 hours
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