5-Day Kerala Adventure: From Backwaters to Hill Stations Itinerary

Start your day with a visit to the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, to admire its stunning murals. Then, explore the historic St. Francis Church and the Dutch Cemetery.

Enjoy a seafood lunch at Kadaloram Beach Resort and then proceed to the Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica. Afterward, take a guided tour of the Kerala Folklore Museum to delve into the state's cultural heritage.

For dinner, indulge in the flavors of Malabar cuisine at Thalassery Restaurant. Afterward, take a leisurely walk along the Fort Kochi (Fort Cochin) waterfront and soak in the charming atmosphere.

Depart from Kochi to Munnar and enjoy the scenic drive through the Western Ghats. Upon arrival, have breakfast at Grand Pavilion and then proceed to the Mattupetty Dam for a serene start to the day.

For lunch, enjoy the beautiful views at Kayees Biryani and then visit the Eravikulam National Park to spot the Nilgiri Tahr. Afterward, explore the tea gardens at the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate.

Return to your hotel and relax with a cup of local tea. For dinner, savor the flavors of Kerala at Arippa.

Depart from Munnar to Alappuzha and enjoy a traditional Kerala breakfast at Dhe Puttu. Then, embark on a houseboat cruise through the Kerala Backwaters and witness the serene beauty of the backwaters.

Enjoy a delicious lunch on the houseboat and then visit the Alappuzha Beach for a leisurely stroll. You can also opt for a rejuvenating Ayurvedic massage at a local spa.

For dinner, experience the flavors of Alappuzha at Paragon Restaurant. Afterward, relax by the backwaters and enjoy the peaceful ambiance.

Return to Kochi from Alappuzha and have breakfast at Hotel Rahmaniya. Then, visit the Hill Palace Museum to explore the royal heritage of Kerala.

Enjoy a traditional Kerala lunch at Thalassery Restaurant and then proceed to the Kadathanadan Kalari & Navarasa Kathakali to witness the traditional martial art and dance forms of Kerala.

For your final dinner in Kerala, savor the flavors of the Malabar coast at Malabar Junction. Afterward, take a leisurely walk along the Fort Kochi (Fort Cochin) waterfront and reminisce about your Kerala adventure.