Hyderabad → Kerala Adventure – 10‑Day Itinerary

Day 1: Hyderabad → Ooty – Arrival

Morning: Catch an early flight from Hyderabad to Coimbatore and transfer to Ooty (≈2 hrs drive). Ooty greets you with cool mountain air.

Afternoon: Check into a budget hostel dorm (≈₹400/night) and enjoy a leisurely walk around the town, soaking up the colonial charm.

Evening: Stroll to Ooty Lake for a sunset paddle boat ride and a relaxing dinner at a local café.

Day 2: Ooty Local Highlights

Morning: Visit the famed Doddabetta Peak for panoramic views of the Nilgiris.

Afternoon: Explore the Botanical Gardens and enjoy a quick snack at a tea shop.

Evening: Return to town, freshen up, and sample regional dishes at a budget eatery.

Day 3: Bike Ride Begins – Ooty → Gudalur

Morning: Rent a reliable bike (≈₹600/day) and start the scenic ride toward Gudalur, crossing winding forest roads.

Afternoon: Stop at Horseshoe Falls for photo ops and a short rest.

Evening: Check into a modest guesthouse in Gudalur (₹450/night) and enjoy a quiet night.

Day 4: Bike Ride – Gudalur → Wayanad

Morning: Continue the ride through Bandipur National Park (early entry fee required) spotting wildlife.

Afternoon: Cross the Kerala border and arrive in Wayanad, checking into a budget homestay (₹480/night).

Evening: Relax with a cup of locally grown coffee and plan the next day’s sights.

Day 5: Wayanad Exploration

Morning: Head to Pookode Lake for a paddle boat ride amid misty hills.

Afternoon: Explore the ancient Edakkal Caves, marveling at prehistoric carvings.

Evening: Return to the homestay, enjoy a traditional Kerala dinner.

Day 6: Wayanad → Munnar

Morning: Take a shared taxi to the foothills and board a bus to Munnar (≈5 hrs).

Afternoon: Arrive and settle into a clean dormitory (₹470/night) near the tea estates.

Evening: Walk through the fragrant tea gardens at sunset.

Day 7: Munnar Highlights

Morning: Visit the iconic Eravikulam National Park to spot the endangered Nilgiri Tahr.

Afternoon: Tour the sprawling Tea Museum and sample fresh tea.

Evening: Enjoy a relaxed dinner at a budget restaurant serving Kerala specialties.

Day 8: Munnar → Thekkady (Periyar)

Morning: Travel by bus to Thekkady (≈3 hrs) and check into a cheap hostel (₹460/night).

Afternoon: Take a guided boat cruise on Periyar Lake to watch elephants and other wildlife.

Evening: Explore the local market for spices and souvenirs.

Day 9: Thekkady → Varkala

Morning: Depart early by train to Varkala, arriving by midday.

Afternoon: Check into a beachfront dorm (₹500/night) and unwind on the famous Varkala Beach.

Evening: Stroll the cliff‑side promenade, sampling street food and watching the sunset.

Day 10: Munroe Island Day Trip & Return

Morning: Take a short ferry to Munroe Island for a tranquil boat ride through the backwaters (avoiding Alappuzha).

Afternoon: Explore the island’s mangrove trails and enjoy a simple lunch of fresh fish.

Evening: Return to Varkala, collect luggage, and catch an overnight train or flight back to Hyderabad.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Ooty Lake – 2 hrs – ₹150 (boat)
• Doddabetta Peak – 2 hrs – ₹100 (entry)
• Botanical Gardens – 2 hrs – ₹50
• Bike Rental (5 days) – 5 days – ₹3,000
• Bandipur National Park Entry – 2 hrs – ₹200
• Pookode Lake – 2 hrs – ₹100 (boat)
• Edakkal Caves – 3 hrs – ₹150
• Eravikulam National Park – 3 hrs – ₹300
• Tea Museum – 2 hrs – ₹50
• Periyar Lake Boat Cruise – 2 hrs – ₹250
• Varkala Beach – 3 hrs – Free
• Munroe Island Boat Ride – 3 hrs – ₹200
• Budget Accommodations (9 nights) – 9 nights – ₹4,200
• Transport (buses, trains, shared taxis) – Approx. – ₹3,500
• Meals (average ₹200/day) – 10 days – ₹2,000
• Total Estimated Cost – ₹16,300

Tips

If you have extra days, add a visit to Wayanad’s Soochipara Falls or extend your stay in Varkala for more beach time. To shorten the trip, skip Thekkady and travel directly from Munnar to Varkala, saving a day while still covering the key highlights.