4-Day Scenic and Cultural Tour of Kerala, India

Day 1: Heritage Exploration

Kochi, India on June 10, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Kashi Art Cafe

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Kashi Art Cafe, known for its fresh pastries and South Indian filter coffee, open from 8am to 6pm.
INR500, 1h

9:30am

Fort Kochi Walking Tour

Explore the colonial heritage of Fort Kochi with its famous Chinese Fishing Nets, Dutch Palace, and St. Francis Church. This walking tour helps you soak in the old-world charm.
INR300, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Fort House Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Kerala seafood dishes at Fort House, offering fresh catch from the Arabian Sea. Open from 12pm to 9pm.
INR800, 1h

2:00pm

Jewish Synagogue Visit

Visit the antique and historically rich Jewish Synagogue in Mattancherry, established in 1568, showcasing beautiful hand-painted tiles and artifacts.
INR25, 1h

3:30pm

Dutch Palace (Mattancherry Palace)

Discover the murals and royal artifacts of the Dutch Palace, a 16th-century palace built by the Portuguese and renovated by the Dutch.
INR25, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Malabar Junction

Dine on traditional Kerala cuisine infused with Mughlai flavors in a cozy setting at Malabar Junction, open until 11pm.
INR1000, 1.5h

Day 2: Hill Station Retreat

Munnar, India on June 11, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Saravana Bhavan

Enjoy a traditional South Indian breakfast of dosas and idlis at Saravana Bhavan before leaving Kochi. Open from 7am to 10pm.
INR400, 1h

9:00am

Drive to Munnar

Travel by road to Munnar, a picturesque hill station known for tea gardens. The journey takes approximately 4 hours with scenic views.
INR4000 (taxi fare), 4h

1:30pm

Lunch at Rapsy Restaurant

Savor local Kerala dishes and freshly brewed tea in Munnar at Rapsy Restaurant, open 12pm to 9pm.
INR600, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Tea Museum

Explore the Tata Tea Museum to learn about tea processing and the history of tea plantations in Munnar. Open 9:30am to 5:30pm.
INR50, 1.5h

5:00pm

Walk around Tea Gardens

Take a relaxing walk through the scenic tea plantations, capturing panoramic views and fresh mountain air.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Ristorante Olive

Dine on delicious continental and Kerala cuisine with a cozy ambiance at Olive, open until 10pm.
INR900, 1.5h

Day 3: Wildlife and Nature

Thekkady, India on June 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel in Munnar

Have a hearty Indian or continental breakfast at your hotel in Munnar before departing to Thekkady.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

9:00am

Drive to Thekkady

Travel from Munnar to Thekkady, a wildlife destination famous for Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, takes about 3 hours by road.
INR3000 (taxi fare), 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Ambadi Restaurant

Enjoy local Kerala cuisine and fresh spices in a traditional atmosphere at Ambadi, open 12pm to 9pm.
INR700, 1h

2:00pm

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Boat Cruise

Take a guided boat cruise on Periyar Lake to spot elephants, deer, and birds in their natural habitat. Open 8am to 5pm.
INR1500, 2h

5:00pm

Spice Plantation Tour

Visit a spice plantation to see cardamom, pepper, vanilla, and more being grown, and learn about their uses.
INR200, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Green View Restaurant

Relish Kerala specialty dishes amidst a rustic setting at Green View Restaurant, open until 10pm.
INR800, 1.5h

Day 4: Backwater Experience

Alleppey, India on June 13, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel in Thekkady

Start your day with breakfast at your hotel in Thekkady before heading to Alleppey.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00am

Drive to Alleppey

Travel approximately 3 hours to Alleppey, known for its scenic backwaters and houseboats.
INR3000 (taxi fare), 3h

11:30am

Check-in to Houseboat

Board a traditional houseboat for a tranquil cruise through Alleppey’s backwaters. Most houseboats include lunch and sunset views.
INR6000 (per person, including meals), 4h

4:00pm

Relax or explore local markets

After houseboat cruise, explore Alleppey town markets for local handicrafts or relax at your hotel.
Variable, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Thaff Restaurant

Enjoy fresh seafood and Kerala delicacies at Thaff Restaurant, open till 11pm, offering a lovely ambiance near the beach.
INR900, 1.5h