31 days in Kerala & Bengaluru Itinerary

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.

Munnar is known for sightseeing, parks, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the natural beauty at Tea Gardens, see human ingenuity at work at Mattupetty Dam, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Rajamalai (Eravikulam) National Park, and see the interesting displays at Tea Museum.

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Bengaluru to Munnar is an approximately 5-hour combination of flight and taxi. You can also drive; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Bengaluru in March since evenings lows in Munnar dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to drive to Thekkady.

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

Thekkady is known for parks, nature, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: stroll through Periyar Tiger Reserve, admire the natural beauty at Green Park Spices Thekkady, contemplate the waterfront views at Periyar Lake, and look for gifts at Abraham's Spice Garden.

To see ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Thekkady trip itinerary planning tool.

Traveling by car from Munnar to Thekkady takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Thu) to allow enough time to 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.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Fri): relax and rejuvenate at Aarsha Yoga Vidya Peetham - Day Classes, kick back and relax at Lighthouse Beach, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Kovalam Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Puthenmalika (Kuthiramalika) Palace, then examine the collection at Napier Museum, and then stop by The Reading Room.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Kovalam online trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Thekkady to Kovalam in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and flight; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In March in Kovalam, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 29°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to travel to Varkala Town.

A calm and quiet town offering long sandy beaches on the Arabian Sea, Varkala features a variety of beach activities.

Change things up with these side-trips from Varkala Town: Kollam (Boat Tours & Water Sports & Thangassery Light House). The adventure continues: kick back and relax at Varkala Beach, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Janardhana Swami Temple, get some fabulous bargains at Asparagus, and look for gifts at Jewels Sky.

To find maps, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Varkala Town trip planner.

You can do a combination of taxi and train from Kovalam to Varkala Town in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. March in Varkala Town sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 29°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) early enough to catch the train to Alappuzha.

Affectionately known as Alleppey to locals and tourists alike, Alappuzha acts as a major transport and cultural hub on the Kerala backwaters.

Get out of town with these interesting Alappuzha side-trips: Kumarakom Craft Museum (in Kumarakom) and Kottayam (St Mary's Knanaya Church & Kottayam Cheriapally). Spend the 15th (Wed) exploring at Kerala Backwaters. The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Marari Beach, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, stroll through Alappuzha Beach, and stop by Pulickattil The Handicraft Shop.

For more things to do, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Alappuzha trip maker app.

You can take a train from Varkala Town to Alappuzha in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and bus; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 39°C in March, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can go by car to Kochi (Cochin).

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.

Spend the 20th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: make a trip to Chinese Fishing Nets, wander the streets of Jew Town, buy something for everyone on your list at LuLu Mall, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shiva Temple Ernakulam .

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Traveling by car from Alappuzha to Kochi (Cochin) takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In March in Kochi (Cochin), expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 29°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Bengaluru.

Flourishing development and a bustling IT industry transformed Bangalore into a vibrant metropolis, but the city preserves its numerous historic and cultural sights.

Bengaluru is known for parks, historic sites, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at ISKCON Temple Bangalore, get in on the family fun at Wonderla Amusement Park, get curious at Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum, and let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Bengaluru travel route builder.

Fly from Kochi (Cochin) to Bengaluru in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder evenings in Bengaluru when traveling from Kochi (Cochin) in March, with lows around 24°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Fri) early enough to travel back home.