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7-Day Adventure Itinerary for Kochi in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Mattancherry Palace
    20 minutes (8 km) from Kochi Airport

    Morning: Explore the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, built by the Portuguese in 1555. Afternoon: Have a traditional Kerala lunch and shop for souvenirs at the nearby Jew Town. Evening: Watch a Kathakali dance performance at the Cochin Cultural Centre.

  2. Day 2: Kerala backwaters
    1 hour 10 minutes (33 km) from Mattancherry Palace

    Morning: Take a houseboat tour of the scenic Kerala backwaters, a network of canals and lagoons that stretch along the coast. Afternoon: Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and spot migratory birds. Evening: Enjoy a sunset cruise on the backwaters.

  3. Day 3: Athirappilly Waterfalls
    1 hour 30 minutes (60 km) from Kerala backwaters

    Morning: Visit the Athirappilly Waterfalls, one of the largest waterfalls in Kerala. Afternoon: Go for a nature walk in the nearby Vazhachal Forest Reserve. Evening: Enjoy a traditional Kerala dinner at the Rainforest Boutique Resort.

  4. Day 4: Cherai Beach
    1 hour 30 minutes (52 km) from Athirappilly Waterfalls

    Morning: Relax at Cherai Beach, a serene beach with golden sand and calm waters. Afternoon: Try parasailing or windsurfing at the beach. Evening: Watch the sunset and enjoy fresh seafood at a beachfront restaurant.

  5. Day 5: Hill Palace Museum
    1 hour 20 minutes (32 km) from Cherai Beach

    Morning: Visit the Hill Palace Museum, the largest archaeological museum in Kerala. Afternoon: Explore the nearby Kottayam town and have lunch at one of the local restaurants. Evening: Watch a movie at the PVR Cinemas in Lulu Mall.

  6. Day 6: Thattekad Bird Sanctuary
    1 hour 20 minutes (45 km) from Hill Palace Museum

    Morning: Go birdwatching at the Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, home to over 300 species of birds. Afternoon: Visit the nearby Bhoothathankettu Dam and enjoy a picnic. Evening: Return to Kochi and have dinner at the Seagull Restaurant.

  7. Day 7: Fort Kochi Beach and Chinese Fishing Nets
    50 minutes (18 km) from Thattekad Bird Sanctuary

    Morning: Visit the Fort Kochi Beach and watch the Chinese Fishing Nets in action. Afternoon: Explore the Fort Kochi area and its many art galleries. Evening: Have a farewell dinner at the Malabar Junction restaurant.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Cochin Marine Drive, the Bolgatty Palace, and the Chottanikkara Temple. To maximize your fun, try taking a cooking class, attending a yoga session, or renting a bike to explore the city. You can also take a side trip to Munnar, a hill station known for its tea plantations and scenic beauty.

For hotels and flights, you can check https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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