North Malabar · Theyyam country and forts
Kannur group trip guide
Kannur: Theyyam country and forts in North Malabar, Kerala. From Kozhikode it is 92 km by road, 2–3 hours with stops. Groups give it 1–2 days. A 17-seater tempo traveller with driver from Kozhikode costs ₹6,800–8,400 for a same-day round trip, as of Oct 2026.
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- From Kozhikode
- 92 km by road
- Time to give it
- 1–2 days
- Best season
- November to March, the heart of the Theyyam season
- Fare from Kozhikode
- ₹6,800–8,400 round trip (Oct 2026)
- Nearest airport
- Kannur (CNN)
St Angelo Fort in Kannur was built by the Portuguese in the early 16th century and later held by the Dutch and the British.
Muzhappilangad, near Kannur, is Kerala's drive-in beach, where vehicles can drive along the firm sand.
North Malabar's temples hold Theyyam, a ritual dance in which the performer is believed to become the deity, through a season that runs from about October to May.
How many are going?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits, and its fare to Kannur from each city, from the tables below.
Fits your group
Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)
13–17 or 10–17 seats
₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)
Palakkad → Kannur
₹14,000–17,100
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 214 km one way · 2 days, round trip
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Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
Why groups go
Groups come for a Theyyam night in season, the forts and the drive-in beach, and Malabar food.
History & cultureBeaches & coast
How far is Kannur
Road distance from our route catalog, one way.
| From | Road km | With stops | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palakkad | 214 km | 5–6 h | – |
| Kochi | 279 km | 6–7 h | – |
| Kozhikode | 92 km | 2–3 h | – |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 483 km | 10–11 h | – |
Group fares from Kozhikode
Round trip with driver, 1 day, by vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 1 day |
|---|---|---|
| SUV / Innova | 6–7 | ₹4,700–6,300 |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹5,800–7,400 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹6,800–8,400 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹7,900–10,000 |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹15,000–20,200 |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a day trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a day trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
When to go and how long
- Best season: November to March, the heart of the Theyyam season.
- Time to give it: 1–2 days.
- Who goes: Culture lovers, Families, Friends.
Add on nearby
Arriving from abroad or another state
- Nearest airport: Kannur (CNN).
- Nearest railway station: Kannur.
- Operators quote the airport or station pickup with the whole trip: put your arrival in the request.
Operators for Kannur
Approved operators who take groups to Kannur. Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform and you compare itemised offers.
Nalkco Trip Mentors
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Palakkad, Kerala
214 km by road from Kannur
2 vehicles · 16 seats
- Replies in ~10 min
Seventree holidays
Vehicle Owner
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Serves Kannur
Fleet details on request
Saravanabhava Translinks
Vehicle Owner
Karur, Tamil Nadu
Serves Kannur
Fleet details on request
R M A Travels
Vehicle Owner
Puducherry
Serves Kannur
Fleet details on request
Official pages and sources
Opening hours, tickets and permits change: check them on the official pages before you travel.
How booking works
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Questions groups ask
Kozhikode-il ninnu Kannur-lekku ethra dooram? (How far is Kannur from Kozhikode?)
92 km by road: 2–3 hours in a tempo traveller or bus with tea and meal stops (group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour, about 35 on ghat roads). Road distance from our route catalog.
Kannur-lekku tempo traveller-inu ethra rate aakum? (What does a tempo traveller to Kannur cost?)
Round trip from Kozhikode (92 km one way, 1 day) with driver: 17-seater ₹6,800–8,400, 40–49 seater bus ₹15,000–20,200. Indicative, as of Oct 2026; post the trip for the exact rate.
What does a group trip to Kannur cost?
Round trip from Kozhikode with driver: SUV / Innova ₹4,700–6,300; Tempo Traveller 12-seater ₹5,800–7,400; Tempo Traveller 17-seater ₹6,800–8,400; Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater ₹7,900–10,000; AC Coach 40–49 seater ₹15,000–20,200. Indicative, as of October 2026, with driver allowance and 5% GST; hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
How many days do we need for Kannur?
1–2 days. With the drive from Kozhikode, plan a day trip, or 2 days to see more in all. Groups come for a Theyyam night in season, the forts and the drive-in beach, and Malabar food.
When is the best time to visit Kannur?
November to March, the heart of the Theyyam season.
Which vehicle for our group?
4 people: Sedan; 7 people: SUV / Innova; 12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater; 45 people: AC Coach 40–49 seater.
How do we reach Kannur from abroad?
Nearest airport: Kannur (CNN). Nearest railway station: Kannur. Operators quote the airport pickup and the whole trip with a driver.
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