Bekal & Kannur

North along the Malabar coast: Thalassery's old fort, the drive-in beach, Kannur's Portuguese sea fort, the Muthappan temple, a Bekal sunset and the great fort itself — your own vehicle and driver.

Itinerary

• Day 1 · 6:30 AM — Pickup & drive north
  From your door in Kozhikode — about 70 km on NH 66 via Vadakara and Mahe to Thalassery.
• Day 1 · morning — Thalassery Fort & Muzhappilangad
  The East India Company's old fort, then Kerala's long drive-in beach. (Check timings)
• Day 1 · late morning — St Angelo Fort & Arakkal Museum
  Kannur's 1505 Portuguese sea fort and the Arakkal royal palace. Lunch in Kannur. (Entry own expense)
• Day 1 · afternoon — Muthappan Temple, then Bekal
  Parassinikadavu's riverside temple, open to all faiths; then 80 km north for a Bekal sunset and overnight. (Stay booked by you)
• Day 2 · 8:00 AM — Bekal Fort
  Kerala's largest fort: a giant keyhole of laterite walls over the sea. (Entry own expense)
• Day 2 · late morning — Valiyaparamba backwaters
  Island-dotted backwaters near Nileshwar — an optional boat ride. (Boat paid direct)
• Day 2 · ~5:30 PM — Drive home
  About 150 km south on NH 66; at your door in Kozhikode by evening.

Good to know

• 🏰 Forts & museum: Bekal and St Angelo are protected forts with set opening hours; entry own expense. Arakkal Museum has a weekly closing day — we plan around it.
• 🌊 Beach safety: Swim only at lifeguard-flagged spots; no sea bathing in the monsoon (June–September). At the drive-in beach the vehicle stays on the road — you walk the sand.
• 🛕 Muthappan temple: Open to all; modest dress and footwear off. The temple serves tea and a simple meal to every visitor.
• 🏨 Your stay: You book one night near Bekal — beach resorts or town hotels. Your driver's night allowance is in our price.

Included

• Private vehicle and driver for 2 days
• Kannur & Bekal sightseeing drives
• Driver bata and night allowance
• No waiting charges

Not included

• Your hotel
• Meals
• Entry and boat fees
• Tolls and parking

What to carry

• Swimwear and towel
• Hat and sunscreen
• Clothes for the temple
• Cash for entry fees

Cancellations follow our cancellation & refund policy.

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