{"id":15962,"date":"2024-10-01T11:57:30","date_gmt":"2024-10-01T06:27:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/?p=15962"},"modified":"2024-10-01T12:02:41","modified_gmt":"2024-10-01T06:32:41","slug":"from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december\/","title":{"rendered":"From Backwaters To Hills: A Road Trip To Kerala In November &amp; December"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Cruising down winding paths with the fresh tea smell and colourful houses peeking from behind lush hills \u2013 well, that\u2019s Kerala for you. Every road trip in Kerala feels like a dream, quite literally. From misty tea estates stretching as far as the eye can see to the spice plantations teasing your senses, Kerala is truly God\u2019s own country. And whether it\u2019s through coffee farms or cloud-kissed hills, there are so many unforgettable things to do in Kerala So, put your game face on? Let the wonders of Kerala sweep you off your feet \u2013 and don\u2019t forget to add this to your Kerala itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In this Blog<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december\/#Day_1_Arrive_in_Kochi_Drive_to_Munnar\" >Day 1: Arrive in Kochi, Drive to Munnar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december\/#Day_2_Exploring_Munnar\" >Day 2: Exploring Munnar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december\/#Day_3_Munnar_to_Munroe_Island\" >Day 3: Munnar to Munroe Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december\/#Day_4_Canoe_Ride_and_Drive_to_Kovalam\" >Day 4: Canoe Ride and Drive to Kovalam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december\/#Day_5_Day_Trip_to_Kanyakumari\" >Day 5: Day Trip to Kanyakumari<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december\/#Day_6_Kovalam_to_Alleppey\" >Day 6: Kovalam to Alleppey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december\/#Day_7_Kumarakom_Bird_Sanctuary_Visit\" >Day 7: Kumarakom &amp; Bird Sanctuary Visit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december\/#Day_8_Snake_Boat_Race_and_Fort_Kochi\" >Day 8: Snake Boat Race and Fort Kochi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december\/#Day_9_Drive_to_Athirappilly_Falls_Departure\" >Day 9: Drive to Athirappilly Falls &amp; Departure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december\/#Popular_routes_for_the_road_trip_to_Kerala\" >Popular routes for the road trip to Kerala<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/from-backwaters-to-hills-a-road-trip-to-kerala-in-november-december\/#Villas_in_Kerala\" >Villas in Kerala<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"day-1-arrive-in-kochi-drive-to-munnar\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1_Arrive_in_Kochi_Drive_to_Munnar\"><\/span><strong>Day 1: Arrive in Kochi, Drive to Munnar<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Distance: 130 km | Time: 4 hours<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Begin your journey at Cochin International Airport. Once you land, it is time to ditch the city and head towards the lush hills of Munnar. In just few kilometres from the airport you will notice a wonderful change in the scenery. The urban city roads gradually disappear and are replaced by smooth flowing tea estates and windy hillside road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While travelling to Munnar by road, visit Cheeyappara Waterfalls \u2013 a magnificent waterfall in India that makes a good stop for a little rest and taking some pictures. Continue your drive to Paradise Valley or any cost plantation stay. These villas in Munnar provide peace, a view of rolling tea gardens, and cool mountain breezes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By the time you reach Munnar it\u2019s likely to be afternoon. For those crazy about spices, tea and homemade chocolates can take a walk around Munnar Town Market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"day-2-exploring-munnar\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2_Exploring_Munnar\"><\/span><strong>Day 2: Exploring Munnar<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1919\" data-id=\"16154\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zillah-vqGeGhPzRLE-unsplash-edited-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"places to visit in Munnar in Kerala \n\nPC: Zillah via Unsplash \nhttps:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/a-man-standing-in-the-middle-of-a-lush-green-field-vqGeGhPzRLE\" class=\"wp-image-16154\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zillah-vqGeGhPzRLE-unsplash-edited-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zillah-vqGeGhPzRLE-unsplash-edited-scaled-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zillah-vqGeGhPzRLE-unsplash-edited-scaled-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zillah-vqGeGhPzRLE-unsplash-edited-scaled-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zillah-vqGeGhPzRLE-unsplash-edited-scaled-1536x1151.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zillah-vqGeGhPzRLE-unsplash-edited-scaled-2048x1535.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zillah-vqGeGhPzRLE-unsplash-edited-scaled-370x277.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zillah-vqGeGhPzRLE-unsplash-edited-scaled-770x577.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zillah-vqGeGhPzRLE-unsplash-edited-scaled-150x112.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Munnar is a paradisiacal place to visit in Kerala and well, today is all about escaping into its splendour. Rise and shine early as a guided plantation walk awaits you with coffee, cardamom, and pepper dazzled everywhere. After this nature-filled start, it\u2019s time to explore the must-visit tourist spots in Munnar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your first stop? The KDHP Tea Museum. This is where every aspect of the romantic relationship of the people towards tea has been documented &#8211; from its history to the tea-making process. Of course, also a tasting session is included so try to have some local tea, it\u2019s diving. Up next, head to Mattupetty Dam, where the calm waters that reflects the hills and tea gardens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to visit the nearby Echo Point, another tourist attraction in Kerala, where your voice will indeed echo across the valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If time permits, stroll up to Top Station, located on the southern border of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The views out of that place are simply immaculate and the clouds seemed close enough to touch it If you\u2019re fan panoramic, this place is for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"day-3-munnar-to-munroe-island\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3_Munnar_to_Munroe_Island\"><\/span><strong>Day 3: Munnar to Munroe Island<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Distance: 260 km | Time: 7 hours<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s time to say goodbye to the hills and drive through Munroe Island in Kollam. Now, most Kerala itinerary will recommend a stop in Thekkady, but we are skipping that for the more secluded Munroe Island. This undiscovered treasure is located at the junction of Ashtamudi Lake and Kallada River and it offers scenic views, traditional Kerala houses, and canals flanked with palm trees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spend your afternoon unwinding by the canals with perhaps a glass of coconut water. The beauty of Munroe Island lies in its simplicity &#8211; slow life, silence, and the constant sound of water. As the sun goes down, try out some of the local dishes like fish curry and appams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"day-4-canoe-ride-and-drive-to-kovalam\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4_Canoe_Ride_and_Drive_to_Kovalam\"><\/span><strong>Day 4: Canoe Ride and Drive to Kovalam<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Distance: 80 km | Time: 2 hours<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Begin the day with a peaceful canoe ride through the island\u2019s narrow canals. It is calm in Munroe Island and there is a boat ride, unlike the boat rides in Alleppey, cruising through channels of coconut palms and everyday life. Soak in the sight of coconut trees, village huts and daily activities in Kerala.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you head to Kovalam, make a pit stop at Jatayu Earth Centre, home to the largest bird sculpture in the world. This bird is known to be a mythical eagle that died trying to save Sita from Ravana. After taking in some of the mythology and the views, it is time to head to Kovalam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you reach Kovalam, it won\u2019t be hard to understand why this beach town is so much in demand. The beaches in Kerala, especially in Kovalam are half-moon shaped, the sand is golden, and there is a cool atmosphere. Spend your evening at the lighthouse beach where you enjoy tender while watching the pretty sunset. If you\u2019re a seafood fanatic, this is paradise, enjoy grilled fish, prawn, crab and more at some of the top restaurants in Kerala.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"day-5-day-trip-to-kanyakumari\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_5_Day_Trip_to_Kanyakumari\"><\/span><strong>Day 5: Day Trip to Kanyakumari<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Distance: 80 km | Time: 2.5 hours<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"16159\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pavan-sai-thummala-tDAxU9lkBBw-unsplash-1024x695.jpg\" alt=\"trip to Kanyakumari\n\nPC: pavan sai thummala via Unsplash \nhttps:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/a-large-body-of-water-with-a-lighthouse-in-the-background-tDAxU9lkBBw\" class=\"wp-image-16159\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re all about ticking items off your bucket list, then it is only mandatory for you to go on a day trip to Kanyakumari, the southernmost point in India. The distance covered in order to get to Kanyakumari is smooth from Kovalam. And if you\u2019re wondering about the things to do in Kerala\u2019s this place then begin with the Padmanabhapuram Palace, made entirely of timber and is an example of Keralan architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, head to Vivekananda Rock Memorial which is situated on a tiny piece of land. A short journey via the boat will take you to the shrine in which Swami Vivekananda is supposed to have meditated. This is the geography where the Bay of Bengal, The Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean meet and it is no less than a fairy world \u2013 how the waves brush and beautifully blend into one another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After your exploration return to Kovalam by evening and, if you like, enjoy the very last of the sunset on the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"day-6-kovalam-to-alleppey\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_6_Kovalam_to_Alleppey\"><\/span><strong>Day 6: Kovalam to Alleppey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Distance: 160 km | Time: 4 hours<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get up a bit early and head for Alleppey which is touted as one of the best places to visit in Kerala. This stretch is beautiful especially when you chart the beaches of Varkala and Kappil. If time permits, make a quick detour to any of these beautiful beaches. With a beach on one side and a backwater lake on the other make some great memories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon reaching Alleppey, the next step is to enjoy the pleasures of a houseboat. Take a trip to Vembanad Lake and enjoy the backwater scenery consisting of fishermen, houseboats, and hundreds of palm trees. A houseboat in Alleppey is one of the must-do activities in Kerala &#8211; so sit back, leave all the work to the clattering of the houseboat, and just enjoy. At night, you\u2019ll dock by a quiet village where you can go for a village walk and meet local people and have a traditional Kerala meal on the boat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"day-7-kumarakom-amp-bird-sanctuary-visit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_7_Kumarakom_Bird_Sanctuary_Visit\"><\/span><strong>Day 7: Kumarakom &amp; Bird Sanctuary Visit<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Distance: 35 km | Time: 1 hour<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After having a restful night at the houseboat, head to Kumarakom that is located on the banks of Lake Vembanad. It is a village that exudes peace that allows you to enjoy the beauty of Kerala. Kumarakom is a tourist destination in Kerala that is prone to bird watchers, where you can spot the migratory birds like the Siberian crane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spend a soothing afternoon on the shores of the lake, perhaps after a short trip to the local spa. You also shouldn\u2019t miss eating some of the local fish dishes like the Karimeen Pollichathu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"day-8-snake-boat-race-and-fort-kochi\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_8_Snake_Boat_Race_and_Fort_Kochi\"><\/span><strong>Day 8: Snake Boat Race and Fort Kochi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Distance: 70 km | Time: 2 hours<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If there happens to be the Champions Boat League (CBL) event during your trip to Kerala, you are in for a treat. The snake boat race falls among the highly combative and adrenaline-pumping activities in Kerala where teams of rowers race against one another in long traditional boats. The sight of these majestic snake boats slicing through the backwaters is unforgettable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After the race, travel to Fort Kochi. It\u2019s easy to love this historical town with its ancient Portuguese homes, the Chinese nets, and cosy cafes. Wander around Jew Town, visit the Mattancherry Palace and enjoy a hot cup of a filter coffee inside one of the many artsy cafes. Enjoy some temptingly good Kerala seafood at Fusion Bay or Fort House Hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"day-9-drive-to-athirappilly-falls-amp-departure\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_9_Drive_to_Athirappilly_Falls_Departure\"><\/span><strong>Day 9: Drive to Athirappilly Falls &amp; Departure<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Distance: 75 km | Time: 2 hours<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"16160\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/rashi-raffi-pBx1VvMCL24-unsplash-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"road trip to Kerala \n\nPC: Rashi Raffi via Unsplash \nhttps:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/aerial-photography-of-flowing-waterfall-pBx1VvMCL24 \" class=\"wp-image-16160\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Your Kerala road trip will not be complete without a visit to one of the most popular places to visit in Kerala, Athirappilly Falls, also known as the Niagara of India. Drive through the thick forest and narrow winding roads &#8211; this road trip in Kerala will be a treat for you and your camera! Give yourself a few minutes to enjoy this view as well as the waterfall and the greenery around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After that, it\u2019s time to wrap up your Kerala adventure. Head back to Cochin Airport to catch your flight or drive to the city. Be it the fresh fragrances of spices, the sight of tea estates, or the taste of coconut-based curries, Kerala will stay with you long after you\u2019ve left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"popular-routes-for-the-road-trip-to-kerala\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Popular_routes_for_the_road_trip_to_Kerala\"><\/span>Popular routes for the road trip to Kerala<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you planning to skip the air travel to Kochi International Airport, and drive all the way to Kerala, get ready to road trip with friends or family. There is nothing better than cruising through scenic highways, watching landscapes shift from cities to countryside and lush greenery. From your hometown, no matter wherever you start, the journey to Kerala is as sweet as reaching there. Brace yourself to witness the beautiful sceneries, winding ghat and enthralling towns that make for a perfect pit stops. Additionally, when you are driving, you are able to see some sights that are worth to note. And when it comes to Kerala, you will be dazed with the scenic beauty of nature, tea estates, and unspoiled beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Route<\/td><td>Distance<\/td><td>Travel Time<\/td><td>Highway<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bangalore to Kochi<\/td><td>550 km<\/td><td>10 hours<\/td><td>NH 44, NH 544<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chennai to Kochi<\/td><td>685 km<\/td><td>12 hours<\/td><td>NH 45, NH 544<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mumbai to Kochi<\/td><td>1370 km<\/td><td>24 hours<\/td><td>NH 48, NH 66<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hyderabad to Kochi<\/td><td>1080 km<\/td><td>19.5 hours<\/td><td>NH 44, NH 544<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Coimbatore to Kochi<\/td><td>200 km<\/td><td>4.5 hours<\/td><td>NH 544<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Madurai to Kochi<\/td><td>240 km<\/td><td>5 hours<\/td><td>NH 85, NH 544<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Goa to Kochi<\/td><td>700 km<\/td><td>15 hours<\/td><td>NH 66<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pune to Kochi<\/td><td>1180 km<\/td><td>22 hours<\/td><td>NH 66, NH 48<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Delhi to Kochi<\/td><td>2700 km<\/td><td>46 hours<\/td><td>NH 44, NH 544<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kolkata to Kochi<\/td><td>2250 km<\/td><td>42 hours<\/td><td>NH 16, NH 44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ahmedabad to Kochi<\/td><td>1840 km<\/td><td>1840 hours<\/td><td>NH 44, NH 48<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"villas-in-kerala\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Villas_in_Kerala\"><\/span>Villas in Kerala<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"16148\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/spice-notes-4ed283-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"luxury villas in Kerala during your road trip in kerala with friends and family\" 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