7-Day Kerala Explorer: Adventure, Culture & Nature in Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady & Kumarakom

Day 1: Cultural Heritage & Arts

Kochi, India on June 19, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Gowardhan Veg Restaurant

Start with authentic South Indian vegetarian breakfast including dosas and idlis at this well-rated local restaurant open from 7am.
INR200, 1h0m

9:00am

Explore Fort Kochi & Mattancherry

Visit iconic Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Dutch Cemetery, Mattancherry Palace and the Jewish Synagogue for rich colonial and local heritage.
INR15, 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Dal Roti

Savor North Indian pure vegetarian cuisine in a cozy setting near Fort Kochi.
INR400, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Kerala Folklore Museum

Discover a vast collection of Kerala's traditional arts, crafts, and archaeological artifacts; open till 5pm.
INR90, 1h30m

4:30pm

Relax at Marine Drive Walkway

Enjoy scenic sunset views along the waterfront promenade, a perfect spot for leisure before the evening program.
Free, 1h0m

6:00pm

Kerala Kathakali Dance Performance

Experience a traditional Kathakali dance drama with detailed makeup session and stories from Indian epics, show from 6 pm to 7:30 pm.
INR400, 1h30m

8:00pm

Dinner at Vrindavan Veg Restaurant

Finish the day with delicious Kerala vegetarian dishes served fresh in this popular restaurant.
INR450, 1h0m
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Day 2: Tea Plantations & Offroading

Munnar, India on June 20, 2025

7:00am

Travel from Kochi to Munnar

Enjoy a 4-hour scenic drive through the Western Ghats, check into hotel and freshen up.
INR2000, 4h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Saravana Bhavan Munnar

Taste authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine at a well-known chain, perfect for energy after the trip.
INR350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Tea Plantation Walk & Tea Museum Visit

Wander through picturesque tea estates and discover the tea-making process at the museum, open till 5pm.
INR50, 2h30m

4:30pm

Kokumalai Offroading Adventure

Exciting offroad jeep ride through tea plantations and forest terrain, booking recommended in advance.
INR1500, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Rapsy's Veg Restaurant

Dine on excellent Kerala vegetarian dishes in this homely restaurant famed for its warm hospitality.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 3: National Park & Heritage

Munnar, India on June 21, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start the day with a hearty vegetarian breakfast offered by your accommodation.
INR200, 0h45m

8:00am

Eravikulam National Park Trek

Explore the stunning park early to spot the Nilgiri Tahr and enjoy trails through montane grasslands and shola forests. Park open 7:30am to 4:30pm.
INR400, 3h0m

12:00pm

Drive and Lunch at Marayoor

Travel 40 minutes to Marayoor and have simple vegetarian lunch at a local eatery offering Kerala home-style dishes.
INR250, 1h0m

1:30pm

Explore Marayoor Sandalwood Forest & Dolmens

Hike among rare natural sandalwood groves and visit ancient prehistoric dolmen burial sites, a cultural hidden gem.
Free, 2h0m

4:00pm

Visit Attukal Waterfalls

On route back to Munnar, stop at the lovely Attukal Waterfalls surrounded by forest trails.
Free, 1h0m

6:00pm

Return to Munnar and dinner at Hotel Mahakavi Veg Restaurant

Enjoy a diverse vegetarian Kerala dinner after a day packed with nature and heritage exploration.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 4: Wildlife & Spice

Thekkady, India on June 22, 2025

7:00am

Travel Munnar to Thekkady

A scenic 3.5-hour journey crossing forested hills, concluding with a hotel check-in in Thekkady.
INR2000, 3h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Green Leaf Restaurant

Delight in local vegetarian Kerala cuisine made from fresh ingredients.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Boat Safari

Enjoy a late afternoon boat ride on Periyar Lake to see elephants, deer and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Open till sunset.
INR400, 3h0m

6:00pm

Attend Thekkady Cultural Show

Witness traditional tribal dances and martial arts performances like Kalaripayattu, starting at 6 pm.
INR200, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Ambadi Pure Veg Restaurant

Taste authentic Kerala vegetarian dishes with a lovely ambiance to unwind after the day’s activities.
INR450, 1h0m
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Day 5: Adventure & Transfer to Kumarakom

Thekkady / Kumarakom, India on June 23, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Fuel up with a vegetarian breakfast to prepare for a morning of adventure.
INR200, 0h45m

8:00am

Kumily Offroading and Trekking

Join a guided jeep safari and trek covering remote trails, coffee plantations, and tribal villages near Kumily. Duration around 4 hours.
INR1800, 4h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Local Pure Veg Cafe in Kumily

Enjoy a simple vegetarian meal with local Kerala flavors before departing Thekkady region.
INR300, 1h0m

2:00pm

Travel to Kumarakom

Drive approximately 3 hours to tranquility of Kumarakom backwaters, check into the resort.
INR1500, 3h0m

5:30pm

Sunset Backwater Boat Ride

Cruise along the Vembanad Lake’s backwaters and watch a spectacular Kerala sunset surrounded by nature in peace.
INR800, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Kumarakom Pure Veg Restaurant (e.g. Little India Pure Veg)

Savor Kerala vegetarian specialties and other South Indian delicacies in a calm lakeside setting.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 6: Lake Morning & Departure

Kumarakom / Kochi, India on June 24, 2025

6:00am

Early Morning Bird Watching at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Visit this renowned sanctuary home to migratory and native birds; opens early morning till 11am. Ideal for nature and bird lovers.
INR55, 2h0m

8:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a relaxed vegetarian breakfast at your resort before checkout.
INR250, 1h0m

9:30am

Departure to Kochi Airport

Travel approximately 1.5 hours to Kochi International Airport for your afternoon departure.
INR1000, 1h30m
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