Since Kerala is such a diverse state, several days are required to explore all the locations. However, ideal duration for short tours can be said to be around 4 nights 5 days. This would cover Munnar (2), Thekkady (1) & Alleppey (1). A long tour would help you explore more extensively, and cover places such as Kochi (1), Munnar (2), Thekkady (1), Alleppey (1), Kovalam (1), Kanyakumari & Trivandrum (1).

Some of the most important things to carry when traveling to Kerala include:

Mosquito repellent: Especially if going for a houseboat stay
Comfortable clothing: Summer essentials, mostly. A light jacket if visiting Munnar.
Umbrellas: Rain is unpredictable in Kerala.
Comfortable footwear: Ideal for walks on the beach
Sunscreen, sunglasses and hats: To ward off the heat
Camera: To capture the perfect selfies and scenic shots.

Most of the cities of Kerala require at least a day to explore fully. You can spend 1 night and 1 day at destinations such as Cochin, Thekkady, Alleppey or Kumarakom, Trivandrum and Cherai. However, for Kovalam and Munnar, spending 2 nights and 2 days exploring the cities is a good idea.

Kerala is a haven for newlyweds and is one of the most sought after honeymoon destinations in India. The top honeymoon places in Kerala that must be on your package itinerary are:

Munnar: A popular hill station in Kerala, famed for its picturesque landscapes and tea gardens is the choice of every newlywed couple.

Thekkady: Bamboo rafting and a wild jeep safari in Periyar National Park attracts couples and honeymooners from all over the country.

Alleppey & Kumarakom: The much-famed backwaters of Kerala - Alleppey & Kumarakom promise a romantic houseboat stay in Kerala. These destinations are a highlight of every Kerala Honeymoon tour package.
Kovalam: The pristine shoreline and the ayurvedic holidays in Kerala invite honeymooners to Kovalam.

Wayanad: One of the most entrancing locations, Wayanad is the perfect destination to enjoy a relaxing tour to Kerala.

It depends on the traveller's choice of destinations to be covered and the budget. However, a 5 nights and 6 days honeymoon package to Kerala would make for an ideal stay. Also, a traveller is free to add a few more destinations or extend their stay, after consultation with their expert tour agent in Kerala.

Since all the Kerala honeymoon packages are customizable, adding a few days to the itinerary of a particular Kerala tour package will be no problem. Travellers are advised to contact their expert tour agents in God’s own country, to finalize their preferred itinerary.

When in Kerala for honeymoon, couples can indulge in a plethora of activities. Some of the best things to do in Kerala on honeymoon are spending time at a houseboat in Alleppey, embarking on a jungle safari in Thekkady, exploring the wilderness in Wayanad, and enjoying water sports and beach activities in Kovalam are only some of the things to do in God’s Own Country.

While on a family trip to Kerala, travellers like to ensure that their Kerala family tour package covers a stay at the houseboats in Alleppey, a jungle safari in Thekkady, a tour of the tea and spice gardens in Munnar, and shopping for local souvenirs in Kochi. Other things to do in Kerala for a family include frolicking at the beach in Kovalam, witnessing the grandeur of colonial heritage and visiting picturesque locations for the perfect vacations photos.

When enjoying a holiday in Kerala with the family, the best time to visit would be during school vacations, be it summers or winters. The weather in Kerala is perfect for a vacation throughout the year, with May & June being ideal for a hilly retreat and October to March being the peak season because of its pleasant weather.