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Splendid Kerala Vacation

Trip Highlight

Beach activities: swimming, sunbathing, and beachside dining
Cable car ride to the top of Jatayu Earth’s Center
Sightseeing of waterfalls
Boating at Mattupetty Dam
Boat safari in Periyar Lake

Best Time to Visit

Trivandrum & Kovalam: September to March. The weather is pleasant, making it perfect for beach activities and sightseeing.
Alleppey: November to February. Ideal for backwater cruises and exploring the serene beauty of the region.
Munnar: October to May. This period offers comfortable weather for exploring tea gardens and enjoying scenic views.
Thekkady: September to March. Ideal for wildlife spotting and exploring the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
Kochi: September to March. The weather is pleasant and perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Best Places to Visit

Trivandrum, Kovalam, Alleppey, Munnar, Thekkady, and Kochi

Best Food to Have

Sadya: A traditional vegetarian feast served on a banana leaf.
Appam with Stew: Soft rice pancakes served with a vegetable or meat stew.
Seafood Platter: Freshly caught and cooked seafood.
Karimeen Pollichathu: Pearl spot fish marinated and grilled in banana leaves.
Freshly Brewed Tea: From local tea plantations.
Tea and Snacks: Enjoy local tea with freshly made snacks.
Spicy Chicken Fry: Infused with local spices
Appam with Stew: Traditional rice pancakes with a rich stew

Best Activities to Do

Day trip to Kanyakumari or exploring local art and craft
Beach activities: swimming, sunbathing, and beachside dining
Cable car ride to the top of Jatayu Earth’s Center
Adventure activities: Burma bridges, commando nets, and paintball
Sightseeing of waterfalls
Leisure time in Munnar enjoying the cool climate and scenic views
Boating at Mattupetty Dam
Photography at Echo Point and Shooting Point
Spice plantation tour
Boat safari in Periyar Lake
Cultural show: Kathakali and Kalaripayattu

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Trivandrum & Kovalam

Arrive in Trivandrum and transfer to Kovalam. Then Visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Napier Museum. Relax at Kovalam Beach in the evening. Overnight stay in Kovalam.

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