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Frequently asked question
Is Kerala suitable for a road trip?
Yes. A Kerala road trip can combine beaches, backwaters, cities, plantations and mountains within a relatively compact geographical area.
However, distances can be deceptive. Roads through towns and mountainous areas may make journeys considerably longer than the distance alone suggests.
Avoid planning too many destinations in a short itinerary.
Itinerary
7 Days / 6 Nights Itinerary – Kerala Backwaters Tour Guide
Kochi → Kumarakom → Alappuzha/Kuttanad → Kollam → Munroe Island → Varkala → Thiruvananthapuram
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Itinerary
7 Days Kerala Itinerary – Beaches, Backwaters, Wildlife & Munnar
Thiruvananthapuram → Kovalam → Varkala → Alappuzha → Thekkady → Munnar → Kochi
Explore →What makes Kerala different from other Indian destinations?
Kerala combines an unusual variety of experiences within one state: Arabian Sea beaches, extensive backwaters, Western Ghats, tea and spice plantations, tropical forests, wildlife, Ayurveda traditions, distinctive cuisine and a rich cultural heritage.
You can wake up beside the sea, spend another night on a houseboat and then travel into mist-covered mountains.
That diversity is one of the main reasons Kerala continues to attract travellers from India and around the world.
Is it worth adding Periyar Tiger Reserve to a Kerala itinerary?
Definitely yes if your itinerary already includes Munnar or central Kerala. A combination such as Munnar → Thekkady → Alappuzha/Kumarakom gives you three very different Kerala experiences: tea-covered mountains, wildlife and forest, then backwaters.
Which Kerala Attractions Should First-Time Visitors Choose?
For a first trip, try to experience several different sides of Kerala rather than visiting similar destinations.
A particularly balanced itinerary could include:
Fort Kochi → Munnar → Alappuzha/Kumarakom → Varkala
This combination provides history and culture in Kochi, mountains and tea plantations in Munnar, Kerala’s famous backwaters around Alappuzha and a beach experience in Varkala.
Travellers with additional time can add Thekkady, Wayanad, Athirappilly, Jatayu Earth’s Center or other destinations according to their interests.
What should I pack for a Kerala holiday?
Useful items include lightweight clothing, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, mosquito repellent, reusable water bottle and personal medicines.
During the monsoon, add an umbrella or lightweight rain jacket. For hill stations, pack a light jacket or warmer layer.