Budget-Friendly 1-Day Train Trip in Kerala, India

Day 1: Explore Kerala's Backwaters

Kochi, India

7:30 AM

Breakfast at Mary's Kitchen

Begin your day with a hearty traditional Kerala breakfast at Mary's Kitchen, where you can savor puttu and kadala curry.
Walk to the nearest railway station in Kochi.
INR100, 1 hour

9:00 AM

Train to Alleppey

Catch the local train to Alleppey, where the scenic views of the countryside fill your journey.
Board the train from Kochi Railway Station.
INR50, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Visit Alleppey Beach

On arrival, head straight to Alleppey Beach to relax and enjoy the calming waves of the Arabian Sea.
Take a local bus or an auto-rickshaw for about 15 minutes.
Free, 1 hour

11:30 AM

Houseboat Ride

Experience the famous backwaters of Kerala with an affordable shared houseboat ride.
Book the ride at the local jetty.
INR500, 2 hours

1:30 PM

Lunch at Ameen Restaurant

Savor a delicious, budget-friendly meal at Ameen Restaurant, known for its authentic Kerala biryani.
It's a short walk from the jetty.
INR200, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Travel to Kumarakom

After lunch, take a scenic boat ride to Kumarakom, known for its picturesque backwater landscapes.
Board the private boat that leaves from Alleppey jetty.
INR300, 30 minutes

3:00 PM

Explore Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and enjoy birdwatching in this serene environment.
Walk to the sanctuary from the jetty.
INR150, 1.5 hours

4:30 PM

Evening Stroll

Take a leisurely walk along the backwaters while enjoying the sunset views in Kumarakom.
Easily accessible around the sanctuary area.
Free, 1 hour

5:30 PM

Dinner at Tharavadu Restaurant

Wrap up your trip with a budget-friendly dinner featuring Kerala-style fish curry at Tharavadu Restaurant.
It's located a short distance from the sanctuary.
INR250, 1 hour

6:30 PM

Return to Kochi

Finish your day with a return trip to Kochi by taking a local bus from Kumarakom back to Alleppey, and then catch the train to Kochi.
First take the bus to Alleppey and then the train.
INR100, 1.5 hours
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