Munnar
Tea gardens, waterfalls, and cool weather
Wayanad
Forests, caves, trekking, and wildlife
Thekkady
Famous for Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and boat rides
Varkala
Cliffside beach destination with cafés
Bekal Fort
Historic fort overlooking the Arabian Sea
Alappuzha
Famous for houseboats and backwaters
Kochi
Chinese fishing nets, cafés, and colonial history