Kerala Honeymoon in 6 Days

  • Day 1: Cochin
    45 minutes (36km) from Cochin International Airport

    Start your honeymoon trip by exploring the historical city of Cochin. Visit the Mattancherry Palace to enjoy the serene beauty of Kerala's rich cultural heritage. Then, head towards Fort Kochi Beach and witness the famous Chinese Fishing Nets in action. End the day with a romantic dinner at one of the sea-facing restaurants.

  • Day 2: Munnar via Athirappilly Waterfalls
    4 hours (145km) from Cochin

    Take a road trip to Munnar, stopping first at Athirappilly Waterfalls, where you can enjoy the picturesque natural beauty of the waterfalls. Head towards Munnar, check-in at one of the resorts, and end the day by watching the sunset amidst the tea plantations.

  • Day 3: Munnar

    Enjoy a relaxing day in Munnar, starting with a soothing walk through the tea plantations. After this, visit the Tea Museum for a deeper understanding of the tea-making process. Drive to the nearby Echo Point for a scenic view of the mountains and also visit the Attukad Waterfalls. End the day by savouring the local Kerala cuisine in one of the restaurants.

  • Day 4: Alleppey Houseboats
    4 hours (162km) from Munnar

    Take a road trip to Alleppey and board a houseboat to experience the backwaters of Kerala. Take a tour of the village life along the backwaters, and end the day with dinner on the houseboat.

  • Day 5: Kovalam Beach
    3 hours (159km) from Alleppey

    Start early and head towards Kovalam beach. Check-in at one of the beach resorts, and enjoy the lazy day sunbathing and swimming in the Arabian sea. In the evening, take a stroll on the beachside promenade and savour a candlelight dinner at the beachside restaurant.

  • Day 6: Trivandrum
    30 minutes (15km) from Kovalam Beach

    End your honeymoon trip with a visit to Trivandrum, the capital city of Kerala. Visit the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple & the Napier Museum. Then, head towards Shankumugham beach to watch the beautiful sunset over the sea. End the trip with a local dinner.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mattancherry Palace (1 hour, ₹100)
  • Fort Kochi Beach (2 hours, free entry)
  • Athirappilly Waterfalls (2 hours, ₹15)
  • Tea Museum (1 hour, ₹130)
  • Echo Point and Attukad Waterfalls (2 hours, free entry)
  • Alleppey Houseboat (1 day, ₹12,000 for two people)
  • Kovalam Beach (1 day, free entry)
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Napier Museum (2 hours, ₹50)
  • Shankumugham Beach (1 hour, free entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹12,395 (excluding accommodation and travel)

Transportation

The most convenient way to travel around Kerala is by hiring a private car with a local driver. This option gives more flexibility to plan the itinerary and costs approximately ₹30-₹35 per km. An alternative option is to use public transport, such as buses and trains, which are relatively cheap but less convenient and time-consuming.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a day trip to the famous backwater town of Kumarakom or exploring the beautiful wildlife of Thekkady. For those with less time, skip Cochin and spend the day relaxing at Kovalam beach or add an extra day in Munnar for trekking in the hills.

Airports

The main airport serving Kerala is the Cochin International Airport (COK), located in Kochi city, about 36km from the city center. Another airport is Trivandrum International Airport (TRV), which is about 6km from the city center of Trivandrum. Both airports serve international destinations with direct flights from major cities worldwide.

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