Kerala 9 Night 10 Day Trip

Day 1: Arrival in Kochi (Cochin)

• Morning:

  • Arrive in Kochi (Cochin), one of Kerala’s major cities, either by flight or train.

  • Check into your hotel and freshen up.

• Afternoon:

  • Visit Fort Kochi, a beautiful blend of colonial history and culture. Explore the Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, and Santa Cruz Basilica.

  • Explore Mattancherry for the Dutch Palace and Jewish Synagogue.

• Evening:

  • Enjoy a sunset at Marine Drive and a leisurely walk along the waterfront.

  • You can also enjoy a traditional Kathakali Dance Performance or Kalaripayattu martial arts show.

  • Overnight stay in Kochi.

Day 2: Kochi to Munnar

• Morning:

  • After breakfast, drive to Munnar (approx. 4-5 hours). It’s a beautiful hill station in Kerala famous for its lush tea plantations and cool weather.

  • Check into your hotel or resort in Munnar.

• Afternoon:

  • Visit the Tea Gardens and take a walk through the lush green plantations.

  • Head to Mattupetty Dam and Echo Point to enjoy the picturesque views.

• Evening:

  • Visit Kundala Lake for boating or relax at the hotel and enjoy the hill station's serenity.

  • Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 3: Munnar Exploration

• Morning:

  • After breakfast, visit the Eravikulam National Park to see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and enjoy the scenic views of the Western Ghats.

  • Visit the Tea Museum to learn about the history of tea production in Munnar.

• Afternoon:

  • Explore Attukal Waterfalls and Nyayamakad Waterfalls for a refreshing natural experience.

  • Have lunch in one of the local restaurants.

• Evening:

  • Visit Top Station, the highest point in Munnar, for panoramic views of the valley and tea estates.

  • Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady (Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary)

• Morning:

  • After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (approx. 3-4 hours). Thekkady is famous for the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and spice plantations.

  • Check into your hotel or resort.

• Afternoon:

  • Visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy a boating safari on Periyar Lake to spot elephants, bison, and other wildlife.

  • Visit a spice plantation and learn about the various spices grown in the region.

• Evening:

  • Enjoy a cultural performance like Kathakali or Kalaripayattu (traditional dance and martial arts).

  • Overnight stay in Thekkady.

• Morning:

  • After breakfast, drive to Alleppey (approx. 4 hours), known for its serene backwaters.

  • Board a traditional Kerala houseboat for an unforgettable backwater cruise.

• Afternoon:

  • Cruise through the Vembanad Lake and narrow canals, passing by lush paddy fields, small villages, and coconut groves.

  • Enjoy a delicious traditional Kerala lunch served onboard the houseboat.

• Evening:

  • Continue your cruise, relax, and take in the peaceful surroundings.

  • Overnight stay on the houseboat.

Day 6: Alleppey to Varkala

• Morning:

  • After breakfast on the houseboat, disembark and drive to Varkala (approx. 4-5 hours), a coastal town famous for its cliffs and beach.

  • Check into your hotel or beachfront resort.

• Afternoon:

  • Visit Varkala Beach, known for its natural beauty and cliffside setting.

  • Explore the Janardhana Swamy Temple, an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

• Evening:

  • Enjoy a peaceful sunset at the beach and take a dip in the Arabian Sea.

  • Enjoy seafood at one of the cliffside restaurants.

  • Overnight stay in Varkala.

Day 7: Varkala to Kovalam

• Morning:

  • After breakfast, start your return journey to Manali (approx. 8-9 hours drive).

  • En route, stop at scenic spots, take pictures, and enjoy the winding roads through the Himalayas.

• Afternoon:

  • Continue the drive, passing through the Rohthang Pass on your way back to Manali.

• Evening:

  • Arrive in Manali by evening and either take a bus back to Delhi or relax in Manali if you wish to stay for a night before departure.

Day 5: Thekkady to Alleppey (Alappuzha)

Day 8: Kovalam to Kanyakumari

• Morning:

  • After breakfast, drive to Kanyakumari (approx. 2.5-3 hours), the southernmost tip of India.

  • Check into your hotel.

• Afternoon:

  • Visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, dedicated to Swami Vivekananda, located on a small island in the sea.

  • Explore the Thiruvalluvar Statue, a massive statue dedicated to the Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar.

• Evening:

  • Watch the stunning sunset where the Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean meet at Kanyakumari Point.

  • Overnight stay in Kanyakumari.

Day 8: Kovalam to Kanyakumari

• Morning:

  • After breakfast, drive to Kanyakumari (approx. 2.5-3 hours), the southernmost tip of India.

  • Check into your hotel.

• Afternoon:

  • Visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, dedicated to Swami Vivekananda, located on a small island in the sea.

  • Explore the Thiruvalluvar Statue, a massive statue dedicated to the Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar.

• Evening:

  • Watch the stunning sunset where the Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean meet at Kanyakumari Point.

  • Overnight stay in Kanyakumari.

Day 9: Kanyakumari to Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram)

• Morning:

  • After breakfast, head to Trivandrum (approx. 1.5-2 hours), the capital city of Kerala.

  • Visit the famous Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu with stunning architecture.

• Afternoon:

  • Explore the Napier Museum and Zoological Garden in Trivandrum.

  • Visit Kuthiramalika Palace Museum and enjoy the traditional Kerala architecture.

• Evening:

  • Relax at Shankumugham Beach and enjoy the peaceful sunset.

  • Overnight stay in Trivandrum.

Day 10: Departure from Trivandrum

• Morning:

  • After breakfast, you can either head to Trivandrum International Airport for your flight or take a train or bus to your next destination.

• If time permits: You can explore the nearby attractions, do some last-minute shopping, or relax before your departure.