Tour Code: FIT/1291

Kerala with Munnar

6 Nights / 7 Days
Private Van Tour
Winter Special
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Cities : Munnar (2N),Thekkady (2N),Alleppey (1N),Kumarakom (1N)

Sightseeing

Munnar, India
  • Mattupetty Dam
  • Echo Point
  • Tea Gardens & Museums
  • Blossom Park
  • Rajamalai (Eravikulam) National Park
  • Kundala Lake
Thekkady, India
  • Spice Plantation
  • Enjoy The Martial Art & Cultural Show
  • Enjoy Kathakali Dance Show
Kumarakom, India
  • Half N Hour Sunset cruise on Vembanad Lake
  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Meals

  • 6 Breakfast
  • 6 Dinner
  • 1 Lunch
Philosophy of the Kerala tour:
  • Periyar Safari needs to be booked online in advance. 
  • Kumarakom / Alleppy are the backwater place. There are no sightseeing at this place. One has to enjoy the backwaters & its scenic beauty.
  • Drivers of South India cannot communicate in Hindi at all. They will only co-ordinate in English but their English is not very fluent .They follow the tour itinerary & will communicate only for the schedule & sightseeing places.  They will not be able to guide or give complete details about any sightseeing place. Basically they are drivers & not guides.

Day wise travel itinerary

  • Day 1 :Cochin - Munnar (130 kms, 5hrs)
    Arrive Kochi (colonial name Cochin) a vibrant city situated on the south – west coast of the Indian Peninsula in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, hailed as ‘God’s Own Country.’ Informally, Cochin is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala. On arrival transfer to Munnar. Munnar was the summer resort of the British and now is one of the most popular hill stations in Kerala. Enjoy the stunning view of the Cardamom hills & greenery of the Tea plantations. Arrive and transfer to hotel. Relax and enjoy the resort. Dinner &Overnight stay at the hotel in Munnar.

    • Dinner
  • Day 2 :Munnar

    This morning After Breakfast, take a full day sightseeing tour of Munnar, Covering Madupatty dam, can do boat ride on Optional cost, Eravikullam National Park- Entry fees applicable as per actual, Echo point / Kundala Lake. Enjoy scenic beauty at Top station at additional cost. Return to Munnar city, have lunch (on your own) & visit Tea Museum & Tea Gardens at an additional cost. Evening back to the resort. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in Munnar.


    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 3 :Munnar – Thekkady (110 kms, 4 hrs)

    Morning after Breakfast, Depart from Munnar to Thekkady. As you wind your way up the road, the wooded terrain clears to reveal a breathtaking plantations, Fill your lungs with fresh mountain air; savour the rich fragrance of cinnamon and cloves. Thekkady is situated2800 ft above sea level; the climate is pleasantly cool throughout the year. On arrival check into hotel or visit spice plantation where cardamom, nutmeg and pepper are grown. Evening you can enjoy Martial art /Kathakali dance at Mudra Center at additional cost. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in Thekkady.


    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 4 :Thekkady

    Today early Morning After Breakfast, proceed for an exciting boat ride on the Lake Periyar South India’s most popular wildlife sanctuary. This is the only wildlife sanctuary in India that offers the unique opportunity of viewing wild life in their natural habitat at close quarters from the safety of a boat on the lake. Enjoy a boat ride in the lake & tickets to be purchased by queue only at additional cost and if you are lucky you can watch young elephants drinking at the water’s edge. Later enjoy elephant ride at elephant junction at additional cost. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in Thekkady.


    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 5 :Thekkady –Alleppey(House boat) (160 kms , 4hrs)
    This Morning after Breakfast, check in to the houseboat traditionally called as ‘Kettuvallam’- meaning a wooden country boat tied with coir ropes, having thatched roof. Alleppey occupies a prominent place in the tourist map of Kerala interlocked with lakes and canals. The vast stretch of paddy fields of Kuttanad, which is popularly known as the ‘rice bowl of Kerala,’ is in this district. Enjoy the beauty of backwaters of Kerala and view lush green paddy fields. Lunch & Dinner will be in the houseboat. Overnight stay on houseboat in Alleppey.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 6 :Alleppey – Kumarakom (80 kms , 2hrs)
    This Morning after Breakfast departs to Kumarakom, popularly known as the ‘Venice of East’, this exotic backwater village consists of a cluster of island villages in and around the Vembanad Lake. Proceed for a visit to the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, where a significant number of bird species are known to make migratory visits. The park area covers around 15 acres and functions under the aegis of the govt. of Kerala. Birds like the Siberian crane, egret, heron, waterfowl, ducks, moorhens and Kingfisher are commonly found. Kerala offers some world best Ayurvedic treatments, giving you a complete relaxation of mind, body & soul. You can try the same at the resort at additional cost. On arrival at Kumarakom check into the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure or enjoy resorts facilities. Evening you can enjoy sunset cruise on Vembanad Lake. Dinner and Overnight stay at the hotel in Kumarakom.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 7 :Kumarakom – Cochin (100 kms , 2 hrs)

    This day after Breakfast, transfer to Cochin Airport for your flight to your home town. You return back with wonderful memories of God’s Own Country.

    • Breakfast
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Sightseeing

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Mattupetty Dam

Surrounded by lush green hills of Mattupetty, Mattupetty Dam is one of the major tourist attraction centres in Kerala. The dam is located about 13 km from Munnar and is a nature lover surrounded by valleys, rolling meadows, mist-laden hills and cascading streams.
When you visit Mattupetty Dam in Munnar, you will still like the reflection of the tea garden in the water. Mattupetty Dam is an important source of electricity. Water which is conserved in the lake is used for the generation of hydroelectricity. One can also reach the dam on a speedboat to enjoy the thrill of water sports. Visit the dam at any time of the year.
Mattupetty Lake is a perennial lake that never dries up even in summers, while it is at maximum capacity during rains. The frequent water availability in the year is very popular with birds and wild animals who rely on this reservoir to quench their thirst.

Entry fees to mattupetty dam is INR 10 per person
Activities like speed boat ride, paddle boat ride, motor boat ride horse riding can be done at the Lake. 

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Echo Point

About 15 km from Munnar lies the famous Echo Point. Popular for its natural echo phenomenon, one can always see the area full of eager visitors throughout the year. At an altitude of about 600 ft, people love taking a walk in the lush greenery surrounding the place. It is an ideal picnic spot. The scenic beauty of Echo Point is quite captivating. This picturesque destination is situated right in the lap of a quaint lake and lush green mountains, which makes it a visual treat for one and all. As the name suggests, this place is well known for its enthralling illustration of the phenomenon of echoing. As you scream, it is fun to hear your voice reverberate around the attraction again and again.

Echo Point Munnar entry fee is INR 30 for adults and INR for kids. The charges for boating are additional, which varies from boat to boat. Other than that, you don’t have to pay any charge for clicking photos or recording videos.


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Tea Gardens & Museums

Opening Time : 09:00 AM
Closing Time : 05:00 PM

For more than a century, Munnar's history has been linked with its tea gardens. Munnar is a region to find some of the supreme tea estates in the world. This is an important employment opportunity for the people of Munnar. Kannan Devan Tea Estate is a Tata-owned tea parkland in Munnar that houses most of the tea gardens in Munnar. The Tata Tea Museum, also known as the KDHP Museum, is located 2 km from the centre of Munnar. It is a part of Tata Tea's Nallathanni Estate.

The museum stands as a tribute to all the pioneers of the tea gardens of Munnar, which transformed it into one of the major tea distributors in Kerala. The Tata Tea Museum is a one-of-a-kind museum in India. Tourists come here to know about the establishment and progress of tea garden industry in India. From a manually operated tea roller to a fully automated tea factory, you get to know every single fact related to the automation of tea plantation in Munnar.

Finally, do not forget to visit the exhibit room of this Tata Tea Museum. Here you will get to taste the different types and flavours of tea. The performance is scheduled twice daily at 10:30 am and 02:30 pm. There is a nominal fee of Rs 100 per head to taste the plethora of the tea flavours of Munnar.

Things to do :
Tea Tasting

Exclusions :

1.       Entry fees 
2.       Vehicle cost
 Important Note :

1. The given sightseeing can be done if have hired vehicle for the full day or planning to take one. However it is at discretion of vehicle company to do it. Also one has to make sure that the same falls in given kilometer limits by the company.
2. The cost of sightseeing is given for reference and planning purposes only. The same has to be paid directly on spot.
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Blossom Park

Blossom International Park in Munnar is a place to relax and refresh after a busy day around the city. The colourful landscape, beautiful scenery and loads of activities make it the perfect place to spend an evening with your friends and family.

Green lawns, ornamental flower gardens and a tranquil lake can keep you busy for hours. They make this place a great place for some candid photographs. The park has various trees and many flowering shrubs, some of which are rare. And various recreational activities like boating, cycling and roller-skating are available here.

Blossom International Park also has a play area for kids with swings and other rides & also known as Munnar Hydel Park. It is a popular picnic spot for the locals. And it is also a scenic tourist destination.

The ideal time to visit Blossom International Park Munnar is from November to March. The temperature is cool and pleasant. And you can roam as much as you want or enjoy activities. The evening is the best to enjoy this park. Therefore, allow at least 2 hours for your trip, and it sure will be a memorable experience.

Approx. entry fees is INR 10 per person adult and INR 5 per child.

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Rajamalai (Eravikulam) National Park

Opening Time : 07:30 AM
Closing Time : 04:00 PM

Eravikulam National Park is located in the South Western Ghats near Idukki, Kerala. The name Eravikulam translates to streams and pools, which best describe the national park. The area of the park was managed as a sport preservation until 1978 when the Kerala government elevated the status of a national park.
The area of the park is now home to the highly endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Eravikulam National Park is spread over an area of 92 square kilometres and is surrounded by high altitude grasslands.

The main natural structure of the national park is a central rolling plateau that is 2000 meters above sea level. The park is full of undulating terrain and the highest peak of the region is Anamudi at a distance of 2695 meters.
The three major types of vegetation in the region include grasslands, shrubs and shola forests. The high plateaus and hills surrounding the park are mainly covered by grasslands, while the bush is more visible along the base of the shrubs. Shola forests are situated in valleys between hills and plateaus. The Turner's Valley is the deepest valley in the region and broadly divides the park into two parts: the northwest and southwest regions.

The period between September to October (end of monsoon) and then April to May (summer) is the best time to plan your visit to Eravikulam National Park. This is the ideal period to see the Nilgiri Tahr and full blooming grasslands. The presence of lush green meadows offers a delightful view to experience the spectacular nature walk.

All other movements inside the park are on foot along trails and footpaths.

Entry Fee
Indian – 125/-    
 Children – 95/-      
Foreign Nationals – 420/-        
Ordinary Camera 45/-         
Video Camera 335/-                        
Reservation fee Rs 50/- (Reservation counter 9 am – 3 pm at Information centre, Munnar)

Eravikulam National Park  remains closed  from February  to March every year. 

Exclusions :

1.       Entry fees 
2.       Vehicle cost

Important Note :

1. The given sightseeing can be done if have hired vehicle for the full day or planning to take one. However it is at discretion of vehicle company to do it. Also one has to make sure that the same falls in given kilometer limits by the company.
2. The cost of sightseeing is given for reference and planning purposes only. The same has to be paid directly on spot.
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Kundala Lake

About 20 km from Munnar, Kundala Dam is a picturesque tourist destination. The dam is built on the Periyar River, and is surrounded by a green Western Ghat mountain range. The area also has cherry blossom trees, which flower twice a year, which adds to the beauty of the place. And if you are lucky, you can also see the bright purple cover of blue Kurunji flowers on the hills. Those flowers bloom only once in 12 years. The nearby Kundala lake also provides an unforgettable experience to tourists. You can board a pedal boat or a boat to explore the lake and enjoy the scenery. Kashmiri Shikara boats are available for rent at Kundala Dam Lake Munnar.


Kundala Lake Munnar is also known for its boating facilities. Tea gardens & Green Hills and backdrops are with you in during the experience. Here, you can rent a pedal boat, rowboat or shikhara.

Albeit Munnar is a hill station, the summer heat becomes unbearable at times. Ergo, the best time to visit the lake is during winter or spring, between November and May.


The cloud cover remains pleasant throughout the day during those months.

Also, it would be best to go early in the morning, so that you can enjoy your journey in peace. You can spend about 1-2 hours at this tourist spot.

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