Kerala, located on the southwestern coast of India, is a land of unique culture and diversity. Known for its scenic backwaters, Tea Estates, picturesque beaches, lush green forests, magnificent waterfalls and authenticity of Ayurveda, Kerala is often referred to as “God’s Own Country”.
Some Interesting facts about Kerala :
Kerala enjoys a high life expectancy that of 75 years as compared to 64 years in India.
Kerala has a high female-to-male ratio in India.
The richest Hindu temple in the world is located in Kerala. Padmanabhaswamy temple is the richest temple regarding gold and precious stones.
Another interesting fact is that Cochin Airport in Kerala is the first fully solar-powered airport in the world.
Kerala became the first state in 2016 to have achieved 100% primary education through its literacy program called Athulyam.
Best time to visit Kerala : November to May
Ideal trip duration : 7 to 10 days
How to reach Kochi/ Trivandrum
Kochi / Trivandrum is well connected by road, train and airport.
Suggested Itinerary from Kochi (alternatively you can start from Trivandrum and reverse the itinerary)I:
DAY 01:Kochi to Athirapilly (Travel time : 2 Hours)
Top attractions 👇
Ezhattu mugam park
Athirapally water Fall
Vazhachal Water Fall
Chalakudy River
Stay recommendation :
Flora misty falls
Rainforest, Athirapilly
Watch Episode 1 : https://youtu.be/NZYACX6cpcs?si=rHTdTk8Tzp9WCNc4
DAY 02: Athirapilly to Munnar (Travel time : 6 hours)
Top attractions 👇
Chapra falls ( on the way)
Tea Museum,
Stay recommendation
Blanket hotel & spa
Chandy’s windy wood
Ambar dale luxury hotel & spa
Elephant passage
DAY 03: Munnar
Top attractions 👇
Sunrise at Kolukkumalai peak
visit Eravikulam National Park,
Tea Garden
Mattupetty Dam,
Echo Point,
Flower Garden,
Rose Garden,
Hydel Park,
Old Munnar Town,
Local Market etc.
Watch Episode 2 : https://youtu.be/O_zRdbFOSwo?si=ZjRQnAkYkhvmyKWn
Day4- Munnar to Thekkady ( 3 hours)
Top Attractions 👇
Periyar national park
Spice garden
Elephant junction
Periyar river
Elephant camp
Stay recommendation
Spice village - CGH Earth
Sterling Thekkady
Portree Thekkady
Day05 - Thekkady to Alleppey ( 4 hours)
Overnight stay in houseboat. Check in time in 12 PM And check out time is 9 AM
This river is famous for Nehru Trophy Boat Race which is being conducted every year.
Stay recommendation :
You may book private luxury houseboat with full AC of any reputed company.
Watch Episode 3 : https://youtu.be/ovgrLG6AGSQ?si=tEcHd5fWmOxoArzm
DAY 06 - Alleppey to Varkala (Travel time : 3 to 4 hours)
You can enjoy
the beaches(including black sand beach)
cliif side cafés
Activities to try in Varkala
Surfing
Yoga
Ayurvedic Massage
Kayaking in mangrove forest
Stay recommendation
1. Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtion
Elixir cliff resort
Krishnatheeram Ayur Holy Beach Resort
DAY 07- Varkala
Jatayu Earth Centre
Kappil Beach
Varakala light house
Papanasam beach,
Janardhanan Temple,
Padmanabham swamy temple
Watch episode 4 : https://youtu.be/br9J8c_8pWQ?si=ynf9E9TZiz99kAIO
You can alternatively visit
Kovalam and Poovar
Top attractions
Poovar backwater cruise
Golden sand beach
Poovar island
Kovalam beach
Vagamon
Vagamon pine forest
Barren hills
Vagamon lake
Vagamon falls
Karikadu view point
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