Cost-effective Kerala Exploration: Hyderabad to Kerala Highlights by Train/Flight, Late May to Early June 2025

Day 1: Departure to Kochi

Hyderabad, India on May 29, 2025

10:30PM

Depart Hyderabad by train or flight

Catch an overnight train like the Andhra Pradesh Express departing around 10:30 PM to Kochi for a budget-friendly option, or book a late night flight from Hyderabad to Kochi for faster travel.
INR1500-2500, Overnight
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Day 2: Explore Kochi & Transfer to Munnar

Kochi, Kerala on May 30, 2025

7:00AM

Arrive Kochi

Reach Kochi early morning and have breakfast at Kashi Art Cafe, serving fresh coffees and local breakfast. Open from 8:00AM onwards.
INR300, 1h

9:00AM

Explore Fort Kochi

Visit Fort Kochi area including Chinese Fishing Nets and St. Francis Church. Great historical and photographic experience.
Free, 3h

12:30PM

Lunch at Dal Roti

Relish Punjabi and Kerala fusion dishes at Dal Roti, close to Fort Kochi, open noon to 10PM.
INR500, 1h

2:00PM

Travel to Munnar by car/bus

Take a 4-5 hours scenic road journey to Munnar, famous for tea plantations and hill station beauty.
INR600-800, 5h

7:00PM

Dinner at Hotel in Munnar

Enjoy local Kerala cuisine at your hotel or nearby restaurant like Saravana Bhavan, open till 10PM.
INR400, 1h
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Day 3: Munnar Tea Gardens & Travel to Alleppey

Munnar, Kerala on May 31, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at the hotel

Start early with breakfast at your hotel, enjoying local fresh produce.
Included, 1h

8:30AM

Visit Tea Gardens and Mattupetty Dam

Explore the beautiful tea gardens of Munnar and visit Mattupetty Dam for serene views. Open all day.
INR100, 3h

12:00PM

Lunch at Rapsy Restaurant

Try authentic Kerala dishes like appam and stew at Rapsy Restaurant, open 10AM-9PM.
INR400, 1h

1:30PM

Travel to Alleppey

Take a 4 hour drive downhill from Munnar to Alleppey, gateway to Kerala backwaters.
INR600, 4h

5:30PM

Check in and relax

Check into a budget backwater resort or homestay and unwind before dinner.
Varies, 1h

7:30PM

Dinner at Local Seafood Restaurant

Enjoy fresh seafood by the backwaters at a local restaurant like Halais Restaurant, open till 10PM.
INR400, 1h
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Day 4: Backwater Cruise & Kumarakom

Alleppey/Kumarakom, Kerala on June 1, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast to prepare for the backwater cruise.
Included, 1h

8:00AM

Backwater Houseboat Cruise

Enjoy a morning 3-4 hour houseboat cruise through Kerala's backwaters. See village life and lush landscapes. Book in advance.
INR1500, 4h

12:30PM

Lunch on houseboat

Taste freshly cooked Kerala meals on the boat during your cruise.
Included in cruise, 1h

2:00PM

Travel to Kumarakom

Short 30-minute taxi ride to Kumarakom, another beautiful backwater area with bird sanctuary.
INR300, 0.5h

3:00PM

Visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Explore the bird sanctuary with rich avian life. Best visiting time is afternoon, open 9AM to 6PM.
INR100, 2h

6:00PM

Dinner at Kumarakom resort restaurant

Enjoy tranquil evening dining with authentic Kerala cuisine and lake views.
INR500, 1h
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Day 5: Return to Kochi & Fly/Train to Hyderabad

Kochi, Kerala on June 2, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast and checkout

Start early with breakfast and checkout from Kumarakom accommodation.
Included, 1h

8:00AM

Travel to Kochi Airport/Railway Station

Drive 1.5 hours to Kochi for returning to Hyderabad.
INR500, 1.5h

11:00AM

Check flight/train options

Catch an early afternoon flight or early afternoon train such as Kacheguda Express to Hyderabad. Flights typically cost more but save time.
INR1500-3000, Varies

3:00PM

Arrival Hyderabad

Reach Hyderabad in evening if by train or afternoon if by flight. Trip concludes.
Included, N/A
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