10 days in South India Itinerary

A flourishing port city and magnet for the spice trade since the 15th century, Kochi (Cochin) proudly bears its distinct international influence and local Keralan culture.

Escape the urban bustle at Marari Beach and Alappuzha Beach. When in Kochi (Cochin), make a side trip to see Kayaking & Canoeing in Alappuzha, approximately Alappuzha away. Spend the 28th (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. And it doesn't end there: take in the spiritual surroundings of Paradesi Synagogue, soothe aching muscles at Loving Earth Yoga, explore the world behind art at Kerala Folklore Museum, and wander the streets of Jew Town.

To find photos, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Kochi (Cochin) travel route planner.

Washington, USA to Kochi (Cochin) is an approximately 168-hour travel. Traveling from Washington to Kochi (Cochin), you'll lose 10.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect much warmer temperatures when traveling from Washington in February; daily highs in Kochi (Cochin) reach 91°F and lows reach 75°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to drive to Thekkady.

Centered on an artificial lake, Thekkady provides a sanctuary to a diverse set of animals and plant species.

On the 3rd (Wed), stroll through Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, stroll through Periyar Tiger Reserve, explore the activities along Periyar Lake, then see the interesting displays at Angadipetty -Kerala Ayurveda Museum, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Abraham's Spice Garden. Keep things going the next day: tour the pleasant surroundings at Elephant Junction and then stroll through Green Park Spices Thekkady.

Start your trip to Thekkady by creating a personalized itinerary on Inspirock.

Drive from Kochi (Cochin) to Thekkady in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Gokarna.

The small temple town of Gokarna has changed drastically in recent years.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Fri): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mahabaleswara Temple, then enjoy the sand and surf at Om Beach, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Half Moon Beach, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Shree Mahaganapathi Temple. On the 6th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: kick back and relax at Kudle Beach, kick back and relax at Belekan beach, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Paradise Beach.

To see maps, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Gokarna road trip planning app.

You can do a combination of taxi and flight from Thekkady to Gokarna in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi, flight, and train; or drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.