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7-Day City Experiences Itinerary in Kerala

  1. Day 1: Kochi
    30 minutes (24.7 km) from Kochi International Airport

    In the morning, visit Fort Kochi to see the Chinese Fishing Nets & St. Francis Church. In the afternoon, explore the Mattancherry Palace, Dutch Cemetery, and Jew Town. End the day with a Kathakali dance show at the Kerala Kathakali Centre.

  2. Day 2: Thrissur
    1 hour 30 minutes (78.1 km) from Kochi

    Start your day visiting the Vadakkunnathan Temple and Archaeological Museum. In the afternoon, learn about Kerala's history at the Kerala Sahitya Academy Museum and visit the Athirappilly Waterfalls for a scenic view.

  3. Day 3: Kozhikode
    3 hours 30 minutes (185.6 km) from Thrissur

    Start the day with a visit to the Kozhikode Beach and lighthouse. In the afternoon, explore the Kozhippara Falls, Kirtads Museum and taste the famous Kozhikode Biriyani at Paragon Restaurant.

  4. Day 4: Thiruvananthapuram
    6 hours (381.9 km) from Kozhikode

    In the morning, visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, one of the richest temples in the world and see the Palace Museum & Kuthiramalika Palace. In the afternoon, head to the Kovalam Beach to relax and take a dip in the Arabian Sea.

  5. Day 5: Varkala
    1 hour (42.6 km) from Thiruvananthapuram

    Spend the day on the Varkala Beach and check out the Janardhana Swamy Temple. In the evening, experience an Ayurvedic massage at the Sivagiri Mutt.

  6. Day 6: Munnar
    4 hours 30 minutes (148 km) from Varkala

    Start the day with a visit to the Tea Museum and learn about tea processing. In the afternoon, take a jeep ride to the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate for a scenic view of the hills and valleys.

  7. Day 7: Thekkady
    2 hours 30 minutes (91.6 km) from Munnar

    Visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in the morning and take a boat ride on the Periyar Lake. In the afternoon, experience a spice plantation tour and learn about Kerala's spice culture.

Recommendations

Don't miss the chance to experience the traditional Kerala houseboat ride through the backwaters. Also, consider a visit to the Eravikulam National Park in Munnar. For side trips, visit the hill stations of Wayanad and Devikulam. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine, attend a cultural festival and interact with the locals to learn about their culture and lifestyle.

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