Kerala 5 Days 4 Nights Tour Itinerary: Kovalam to Cochin via Varkala & Alleppey

Kovalam has many beaches but the popular beaches at Kovalam are the followings: Kovalam Beach Hawa Beach Poovar Beach

After breakfast at 9:00 AM, we would start the city tour of Thiruvanthpuram. Important attractions are the followings: Padmanabhaswamy Temple: hindus are allowed in the premise with a special dress code. Kuthiramalika Palace: Entry Fees – INR 40 (Timings: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM and closed on Monday) Napier Museum (Timings: 10 AM - 5:00 PM and closed on Monday) Sri Chitra Art Gallery INR 400/- entry fees (Timings: 10:00 AM. to 5:00 PM and Monday Holiday) Attukal Bhagavathy Temple – Free and open all day.

After breakfast proceed for Varkala siteseeing.Major side seings are: visit to Sivagiri, Janardhana Swamy Temple, Vishnu Temples,the Papasnanam Beach, Kappil Lake.

Begin your day by checking out from your hotel in Varkala. Ensure all remaining sights in Varkala are visited before departure.

The distance between Varkala and Alleppey is approximately 100 km, and the drive takes around 3 hours.

En route sightseeing spots:

• Kollam Beach – A serene coastline with tranquil views and fishing activities.
• Ashtamudi Lake – Known for its scenic backwaters and houseboat cruises.
• Punnamada Lake – Famous for the Nehru Trophy Boat Race and picturesque water views.

Afternoon: Arrival and Houseboat Experience in Alleppey

On arrival in Alleppey, get ready to board a traditional Kerala houseboat. This floating abode offers a unique way to explore the famous backwaters.

Sightseeing spots in Alleppey:

• Alleppey Backwaters – Navigate through a labyrinth of lagoons, rivers, and lakes surrounded by lush greenery.
• Alleppey Beach – A charming beach with golden sands and a historic pier.
• Krishna Temple – An ancient temple renowned for its architecture and cultural significance.

Evening: Leisure and Return Note

Enjoy a leisurely evening aboard the houseboat with traditional Kerala cuisine served on board. Relax as you glide through the calm waters, witnessing the sunset over the backwaters.

After check out the hotel after breakfast, around 9:00. We will route you to Fort Kochin. Enjoy the various sites in the fort Kochi. Points to visit at fort kochi are the followings: Fort Kochi Beach Chinese Fishing Nets St Francis Church Indo Portuguese Museum (closed on Monday) Mattancherry Palace / Dutch Palace (Friday Holiday) ... Jewish Synagogue (Friday Saturday Holiday) ... Jew Street. After fort kochi visit, Vehicle would drop you at Kochi Airport based on your flight timings. Hope you would love the moments and memories that you would experience in your journey.