Family-Friendly Relaxation Itinerary: Thekkady, Alleppey, and Varkala

Day 1: Explore Thekkady

Thekkady, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Thekkady Café

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Thekkady Café, where you can enjoy local Kerala dishes.
Walk or taxi to the café.
INR 500, 1 hour

9:00AM

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Discover the rich biodiversity of Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary with a guided nature walk or a boat ride on Periyar Lake.
Take a taxi to the sanctuary entrance.
INR 1000, 3 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Spice Garden Restaurant

Have a delicious lunch at Spice Garden Restaurant, known for its authentic Kerala cuisine.
A short taxi ride from the sanctuary.
INR 800, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Visit Elephant Junction

Interact with elephants, learn about their care and enjoy a fun boat ride with them at Elephant Junction.
Taxi to Elephant Junction.
INR 1500, 2 hours

4:30PM

Tea Plantation Tour

Tour a local tea plantation and experience the beauty of lush greenery while learning about tea production.
Taxi to the tea plantation.
INR 600, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Return to Hotel

Head back to your hotel and refresh yourself after an eventful day.
Taxi back to the hotel.
INR 200, 30 minutes

7:00PM

Dinner at Hotel Ambadi

Enjoy a relaxing dinner at Hotel Ambadi, featuring traditional Kerala flavors and ambiance.
Located near your hotel.
INR 900, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: More of Thekkady

Thekkady, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Savor a buffet breakfast at your hotel, featuring an array of South Indian delicacies.
In-house dining.
INR 700, 1 hour

9:00AM

Spice Plantation Tour

Go on a guided tour of a spice plantation and enjoy the fragrant aroma of exotic spices.
Taxi to the spice plantation.
INR 800, 2 hours

11:00AM

Cooking Class

Join a fun and interactive cooking class to learn how to make traditional Kerala dishes.
Continue from the plantation, often conducted there.
INR 1200, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Thekkady's Green Park

Enjoy a relaxing lunch surrounded by nature at Green Park.
Taxi to the restaurant.
INR 800, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Kalaripayattu Show

Witness an enthralling Kalaripayattu martial arts show, showcasing ancient Kerala fighting techniques.
Taxi to the performance venue.
INR 500, 1 hour

4:00PM

Relax at Hotel

Spend some leisure time at your hotel, enjoy the pool or simply relax.
Return to your hotel.
Free, 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Barbeque Nation

Have a lively dinner at Barbeque Nation with delicious grilled treats and mouth-watering sides.
Taxi to the restaurant.
INR 1200, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Relaxing Alleppey

Alleppey, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a relaxed breakfast at your hotel before checking out.
In-house dining.
INR 700, 1 hour

9:30AM

Travel to Alleppey

Check out and travel to Alleppey to experience the famous backwaters.
Hire a taxi for the journey.
INR 1500, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Check-in to Houseboat

Arrive at your houseboat and get settled before enjoying the breathtaking scenery.
Board the houseboat near the jetty.
INR 6000, 30 minutes

12:00PM

Houseboat Lunch

Indulge in a scrumptious Keralite meal served right on your houseboat.
Dining on the houseboat.
Included in houseboat price, 1.5 hours

1:30PM

Backwater Cruise

Enjoy a serene backwater cruise through the canals surrounded by lush greenery and tranquil waters.
Continues from the houseboat.
Included in houseboat price, 3 hours

5:30PM

Relax on Deck

Relax on the deck of the houseboat and soak in the local scenery as the sun sets.
Onboard the houseboat.
Free, 1 hour

6:30PM

Houseboat Dinner

Enjoy a lavish dinner prepared by the houseboat chef featuring local dishes.
Dinner served on the houseboat.
Included in houseboat price, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Beach Times at Varkala

Varkala, India

8:00AM

Breakfast on Houseboat

Enjoy breakfast made freshly by your houseboat chef, with unique flavors of Kerala.
Onboard the houseboat.
Included in houseboat price, 1 hour

9:30AM

Travel to Varkala

Check out and travel to Varkala, known for its stunning cliffs and beaches.
Tax to Varkala beach.
INR 1700, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Check-in to Beach Resort

Check in to a beach resort and refresh before heading out to explore.
Located near Varkala beach.
INR 8000, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at The Fresh Fish

Savor fresh seafood at The Fresh Fish, boasting stunning views of the beach.
Short walk from the resort.
INR 1000, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Relax on Varkala Beach

Spend the afternoon relaxing on Varkala beach, where you can swim or sunbathe.
Direct access from the restaurant.
Free, 3 hours

5:00PM

Ayurvedic Spa Treatment

Treat yourself to a rejuvenating Ayurvedic spa session at the resort.
At the resort's spa.
INR 2500, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Clafouti

Enjoy delicious Italian dishes at Clafouti while enjoying the sunset view.
Short taxi ride or walk.
INR 1200, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: Varkala Exploration and Departure

Varkala, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Resort

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your resort, offering both continental and local options.
In-house dining.
INR 800, 1 hour

9:00AM

Explore Varkala Cliff

Stroll along the Varkala Cliff and take in the stunning views of the Arabian Sea.
Walking along the beach to the cliff.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

Visit Janardhana Swamy Temple

Explore the ancient Janardhana Swamy Temple, an important pilgrimage site.
Short taxi ride from the cliff.
Free, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at Bait Restaurant

Savor Portuguese and Mediterranean dishes at Bait, known for its cozy ambiance.
Taxi to the restaurant.
INR 1000, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Leisure Afternoon at Beach

Spend your last afternoon lounging on the beach, swimming and soaking up the sun.
Return to Varkala beach.
Free, 3 hours

5:00PM

Return to Hotel and Check-out

Head back to the hotel, freshen up, and prepare for check-out.
Taxi to the hotel.
INR 200, 30 minutes

6:00PM

Dinner at Hotel

Enjoy one last dinner at the resort before your departure, reflecting on a memorable trip.
In-house dining.
INR 1000, 1.5 hours
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