4-Day Kerala Tour: Varkala Beaches & Alleppey Houseboat
Begin your journey on the dramatic cliffs of Varkala, where the Arabian Sea stretches endlessly below. Spend your first two days unwinding on Varkala Beach, a stretch of golden sand backed by towering red laterite cliffs. On the second morning, explore the ancient Janardhana Swamy Temple, then visit Anjengo Fort and its historic lighthouse, remnants of colonial trade routes. On Day 3, your driver transfers you to Alleppey, where you can glide through the serene backwaters on a private houseboat, watching village life unfold along the palm-fringed canals. On the final morning, enjoy a leisurely breakfast before your drop-off at Cochin International Airport. This relaxed itinerary suits travellers seeking coastal beauty and cultural depth without rushing between destinations.
- Type
- Multi-day tour
- Duration
- 4D 3N
- Route
- 303 km
- Starts
- Kochi
- Cab options
- Sedan · SUV · Tempo Traveller
Your day-by-day plan
Day 1 · based in Varkala
Arrive in Varkala
Drive from Cochin to Varkala
Scenic 4.5 to 5-hour drive through Kerala's green countryside.
Check-in at hotel
Check into hotel in Varkala.
Relax at Varkala Beach or Papanasam Beach
Relax at the beach and walk along the cliff with shops and cafés.
- Varkala Beach
Sunset viewing
Watch the sunset from the cliff.
Day 2 · based in Varkala
Varkala sightseeing
Beach walk or yoga
Calm beach walk or yoga session by the sea.
Visit Janardhana Swamy Temple
Visit the Janardhana Swamy Temple.
- Janardhana Swamy Temple
Visit Anjengo Fort and Lighthouse
Visit the Anjengo Fort and Lighthouse.
- Anjengo Fort and Lighthouse
Sunset viewing
Watch the sunset from the cliffs.
Day 3 · based in Alleppey
Varkala to Alleppey
Drive from Varkala to Alleppey
3 to 3.5-hour drive to Alleppey.
Check into houseboat
Check into private houseboat around noon.
Houseboat cruise
Cruise through backwaters with palm trees and green fields.
Stop at local market or toddy shop
Optional stop to see a local market or toddy shop.
Sunset viewing from deck
Watch the sunset from the deck.
Day 4 · based in Alleppey
Alleppey sightseeing
Houseboat returns to jetty
Houseboat returns to the jetty by mid-morning.
Drive to Cochin
1.5 to 2-hour drive back to Cochin.
Drop-off at Cochin Airport or Railway Station
Trip ends with drop-off at Cochin Airport or Railway Station.
- Cochin Airport
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