7 days in Kerala 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.

Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of Paradesi Synagogue, then admire the striking features of Mattancherry Palace, and then admire the striking features of Jeevamatha Church.

For reviews, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Kochi (Cochin) attractions planner.

Sydney, Australia to Kochi (Cochin) is an approximately 17-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Sydney to Kochi (Cochin) is minus 4.5 hours. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Sydney in February: high temperatures in Kochi (Cochin) hover around 38°C and lows are around 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) so you can go by car to Munnar.

Sitting at the point where three mountain rivers meet, the hill station of Munnar has become known as a tea-growing center in the south of the country.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sat): take in nature's colorful creations at Tea Gardens, take in nature's colorful creations at Rose Gardens, and then examine the collection at Tea Museum.

For maps, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Munnar day trip site.

Getting from Kochi (Cochin) to Munnar by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In February in Munnar, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Thekkady.

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

Start off your visit on the 5th (Sun): explore the activities along Periyar Lake, tour the pleasant surroundings at Periyar Tiger Reserve, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Our Lady of Lourde's Roman Catholic Latin Church.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, use the Thekkady trip planner.

Drive from Munnar to Thekkady in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) so you can drive to Kovalam.

Famous for the groves of coconut trees from which it takes its name, Kovalam offers a long, white sandy beach on the Arabian Sea.

On the 6th (Mon), soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, then kick back and relax at Lighthouse Beach, then enjoy the sand and surf at Kovalam Beach, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kovalam Avaduthura Devi Temple.

To see reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read Kovalam trip builder website.

Traveling by car from Thekkady to Kovalam takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and flight; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In February, daytime highs in Kovalam are 37°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.