Kerala, the “God’s Own Country” has got everything that defines heaven! Starting from the alluring charm of the backwaters to the beauty of the hills, you get to experience it all. After having a perfect wedding, for which you might have lost weeks of sleep and money. Get, set, to spend some private time with each other. I’m sure there might be a lot of you not having enough time or not getting enough leave approved at your workplace! So you might be looking to explore a place together over the weekend? So here’s an itinerary for a honeymoon vacation for 2 days that you can book. And let’s get to know why a honeymoon in Kerala? What’s so unique about it and the various options to explore within 2 days! Get ready to make infinite memories with your better half!

Kerala Honeymoon Tour

Kerala's beautiful skyline — Image Credits: Pixabay

When your honeymoon dates are finalized the next move is to choose your destination. Interested in Kerala? Otherwise, you wouldn’t even be on this list! Kerala has a wide range of honeymoon spots to choose from, and you’re certainly going to find the one that suits your interest. Note what the weather would be like in the scheduled travel dates. Especially in Kerala, the monsoon season has significant rainfall in one quarter of the year.

If you’re a couple who won’t like the heat, choosing a spot with lower rainfall will be ideal for you. Think of your perfect weather for a honeymoon, and schedule your destination accordingly. Find a place you both like. Remember the desires of your partner, rather than just looking for your ideal place. Make sure that the place you choose is comfortable, not too busy, and gives you peace of mind.

Day wise Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival, Munnar
Day 2 – Alleppey
Day 3 – Departure, Kochi

Day 1 – Arrival, Munnar

Take an early morning flight to Kochi and get your lunch done at an authentic Kerala restaurant or any good restaurant in and around Kochi! Leave directly to Munnar so that you can start sightseeing post-lunch. The drive from Kochi to Munnar will be an amazing experience and you can see some really beautiful waterfalls on the way. Get clicked as many as pictures here and also don’t miss out to take the elephant ride which is a must-experience on a honeymoon in Kerala.

Also Read: Munnar, Kerala – All you need to know about Munnar

Explore the Kerala Tea Gardens

Before reaching Munnar, visit the organic tea and spice plantations which you can spot on your way. If South India is called the Paradise of spices, then Kerala is the capital. It’ll be pure bliss to stand in the middle of the tea and spice gardens with fresh air around you to breathe.

Sightseeing in Munnar

First, check into your treehouse. The treehouse stays are amazing and will take you back to your childhood when you wanted to live in one. Well, not all get to experience everything in the right time but treehouse stays are unique honeymoon stays that many couples opt. In the evening you can enjoy a native dance performance at the stay.

Kalaripayattu and Kathakali

More about the traditional dance styles of South India? Kathakali originated in Malayalam speaking areas of the country and focuses on complex storytelling by facial expressions and hand and body gestures. Kalaripayattu, on the other hand, is a martial art, evolved in Kerala and is now practised as a style in different areas across the state. It’ll be a treat to watch these artists perform this art. The performances happen in the evening and last for two hours after which you can relax at your hotel rooms for the night.

Tour in Munnar

Have your early morning breakfast and get, set for some outdoor fun. Various resorts in Munnar conduct outdoor activities like archery, ziplining, flying fox etc. and you can challenge the other and enjoy these. Enjoy first set of activities as a couple in Munnar. After these activities, once the lunchtime arrives have your lunch at a local restaurant, that serves authentic Kerala cuisine.

The second half comprises the Tea plantations and Handmade chocolate factory visit. Although India has a lot of tea plantation areas, its sure that no place could match the vibe that tea plantations in Kerala carry. Spread over a huge expanse, you can stroll around for hours amidst the gardens and still not get bored or tired by the breathtaking beauty of the place. The handmade chocolate factory is also worth a visit since you can closely observe the process of chocolate making. By 7 pm you can finish all your sightseeing, relax and discuss the well-spent day in your lovely treehouse stay.

Day 2- Alleppey

Have an early breakfast in Munnar and bid goodbye to these beautiful plantations. Start your drive to Alleppey which will take you about two hours to reach there. After reaching Alleppey get yourselves comfortable on a beautiful houseboat which by far is the best way to explore the backwaters of Kerala. All honeymooners visiting Kerala must experience the houseboat ride in the backwaters of Kerala at least once in their life for it is a truly serene and unique experience.

In and around Alleppey

Alleppey Houseboat stay — Image Credits: Pixabay

Start your cruise and sail between mangrove and small islands in and around Alleppey. At sunset, stop at a village, that has a popular sunset point, and don’t miss out to click lots of pictures here. Although the weather in Alleppey slightly gets humid, you’ll forget all this in its stunning views. Have your lunch at the houseboat restaurant, that serves fresh fish and curry. Also, chicken gravy and rice for dinner will complete your day! By the time, you get back from dinner, your room will get a makeover with rose petals and candles. Also, you can arrange a cake decorated beautifully with your names written on it ending your vacation to a special note!

Also Read: A Visit To Alleppey – Make Rivers A Part Of Your Daily Life In Kerala

Day 3 – Departure, Kochi

Early morning next day you can have your breakfast and drive to Kochi from Alleppey! You will carry a bundle of memories from these 2 days in Kerala! A short trip, but I’m sure at times its the little things that make the best of all memories!

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