Alappuzha
Also known by the name of Venice of the East, Alappuzha is famous for its boat races, beaches, backwater houseboat, marine products and the coir industry. A remarkable characteristic of this land is the region called Kuttanad. Kuttanad, also called the granary of Kerala, is one of the few places in the world where farming is done below sea level.

Kalady
Kalady is located on the banks of the river Periyar. Kalady is the birthplace of the 8th century Advaita philosopher, Sri Shankaracharya. The Kalady town is famous for its numerous temples.

Aluva
Just north of Cochin, Aluva town is situated on the banks of the river Periyar. The town is well known for its Shivaratri festival, celebrated in the months of February- March and attended by thousands of devotees.

Kumarakom
Kumarakom is about 90 km from Cochin. This distinctive backwater destination situated on the banks of the Vembanad Lake and is considered the gateway to the backwaters of Kuttanad. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is a favorite haunt of migratory birds from different parts of the world, making it a renowned bird watching center.

Malayatoor Church
Malayatoor Church is a famous Christian pilgrim center. This 9th century Catholic Church is situated on the 609 m high Malayatoor Hill. St. Thomas, the apostle, is believed to have prayed in this Church.

Cheeyappara Waterfalls
The Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls are one of the important and famous excursion points around Cochin. They are located between Neriamangalam and Adimali on the Cochin-Madurai highway. It is interesting to note that the Cheeyappara Falls cascades down in seven steps.

Thommankuthu Waterfalls
Located about 20 km from Thodupuzha, Thommankuthu is a small, beautiful, wild and amazing waterfall. Thommankuthu waterfall attracts thousands of tourists every year. The wild beauty of the amazing waterfall steals the heart of any traveler.