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7 days in Kerala Itinerary
Start: New Delhi
Fly:
5h
1
Kochi (Cochin)
— 4 nights
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Fly:
1h 30min
2
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
— 2 nights
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Fly:
4h 45min
End: New Delhi
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4
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Kochi (Cochin)
4
nights

Queen of the Arabian Sea
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.Relax by the water at Marari Beach and Cherai Beach. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Kochi (Cochin): Mararikulam Beach (in Mararikulam) and St. Andrew's Basilica Arthunkal (in Alappuzha). Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Chinese Fishing Nets, relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, admire the landmark architecture of Santa Cruz Basilica, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Paradesi Synagogue.
To find reviews, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Kochi (Cochin) travel planner.
New Delhi to Kochi (Cochin) is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. When traveling from New Delhi in September, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Kochi (Cochin): temperatures range from 36°C by day to 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum).
Things to do in Kochi (Cochin)
Side Trips
Mararikulam, St. Andrew's Basilica Arthunkal
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Marari Beach
1:00pm, Sun Sep 10

Cherai Beach
2:00pm, Mon Sep 11

Mararikulam Beach
2:00pm, Tue Sep 12
2
nights
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
2
nights

Evergreen City of India
Situated among a collection of low hills that lead up to the coastline, state capital Thiruvananthapuram acts as a base for exploration of the southern tip of the country.We've included these beaches for you: Kovalam Beach and Varkala Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) side-trips: Kovalam (Lighthouse Beach, Samudra Beach, & more) and Sivagiri (in Varkala). There's still lots to do: admire the landmark architecture of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple and look for gifts at Keralashopee.
For maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) trip generator.
Getting from Kochi (Cochin) to Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) by combination of taxi and flight takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in September, and nighttime lows around 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.
Things to do in Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
Side Trips
Kovalam, Varkala
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Varkala Beach
2:00pm, Thu Sep 14

Kovalam Beach
2:30pm, Wed Sep 13

Lighthouse Beach
11:30am, Wed Sep 13
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