12-Day Kerala Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cochin
– Morning: Arrive at Cochin International Airport.
– Afternoon: Check into your hotel in Cochin.
– Evening: Explore Fort Kochi—visit the Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, and the Dutch Palace.
– Overnight: Stay in Cochin.

Day 2: Cochin
– Morning: Visit Mattancherry Palace and the Paradesi Synagogue.
– Afternoon: Explore the local markets and do some shopping.
– Evening: Enjoy a Kathakali performance or a traditional Kerala dance.
– Overnight: Stay in Cochin.

Day 3: Cochin to Munnar
– Morning: Drive to Munnar (approximately 4-5 hours).
– Afternoon: Check into your hotel in Munnar. Relax and enjoy the scenic views.
– Evening: Visit the local market or take a leisurely walk in the tea gardens.
– Overnight: Stay in Munnar.

Day 4: Munnar
– Morning: Visit the Eravikulam National Park and see the Nilgiri Tahr.
– Afternoon: Explore Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, and Anamudi Peak.
– Evening: Relax at your hotel or explore local eateries.
– Overnight: Stay in Munnar.

Day 5: Munnar to Thekkady
– Morning: Drive to Thekkady (approximately 3-4 hours).
– Afternoon: Check into your hotel in Thekkady. Visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and take a boat ride on Periyar Lake.
– Evening: Explore local spice markets or enjoy a traditional Kathakali performance.
– Overnight: Stay in Thekkady.

Day 6: Thekkady
– Morning: Take a nature walk or go for a bamboo rafting experience in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
– Afternoon: Visit a spice plantation.
– Evening: Enjoy a traditional Kerala meal or a cooking class. – Overnight: Stay in Thekkady.

Day 7: Thekkady to Alleppey
– Morning: Drive to Alleppey (approximately 4-5 hours).- Afternoon: Check into a houseboat for an overnight stay. Cruise through the backwaters of Kerala.
– Evening: Enjoy dinner on the houseboat and relax while cruising.
– Overnight: Stay on the houseboat.

Day 8: Alleppey to Cochin
– Morning: Disembark from the houseboat and drive back to Cochin (approximately 1.5-2 hours). – Afternoon: Check into your hotel in Cochin and relax.
– Evening: Free time for shopping or exploring more of Cochin.
– Overnight: Stay in Cochin.

Day 9: Cochin to Varkala
– Morning: Drive to Varkala (approximately 4-5 hours).
– Afternoon: Check into your hotel in Varkala.
– Evening: Relax on Varkala Beach or explore the cliffside shops and cafes. – Overnight: Stay in Varkala.

Day 10: Varkala
– Morning: Enjoy a day at the beach or visit the Janardanaswamy Temple.
– Afternoon: Explore local attractions or take a yoga class.
– Evening: Enjoy the sunset at Varkala Beach.
– Overnight: Stay in Varkala.

Day 11: Varkala to Trivandrum
– Morning: Drive to Trivandrum (approximately 1.5-2 hours).
– Afternoon: Visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple and the Napier Museum.
– Evening: Relax or do some last-minute shopping.
– Overnight: Stay in Trivandrum.

Day 12: Trivandrum
– Morning: Visit the Kanakakkunnu Palace and the Zoological Park.
– Afternoon: Explore Kovalam Beach or take a short trip to the nearby village.
– Evening: Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
– Departure: Depart from Trivandrum Airport.