One-Day Itinerary from Vellore to Wayanad

1. 9:00AM: Vellore Fort
   30 minutes (1.5 miles) from Vellore Institute of Technology

   Explore the 16th-century granite fort built by the Nayakar dynasty. The fort has a museum that showcases various weapons and artifacts from the past.

2. 11:00AM: Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
   2 hours (80 miles) from Vellore Fort

   Located in the historic city of Srirangapatna, the palace is made entirely of teakwood and has amazing architectural features.

3. 1:30PM: Lunch at Hotel Hanumanthu
   40 minutes (19 miles) from Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

   Relish on some authentic South Indian dishes at this restaurant that has been serving delicious food for over 50 years.

4. 3:00PM: Edakkal Caves
   2 hours 30 minutes (87 miles) from Hotel Hanumanthu

   Explore the ancient rock caves adorned with petroglyphs, believed to be from the Neolithic era. The caves offer stunning views of the nearby hills and valleys.

5. 6:00PM: Lakkidi View Point
   30 minutes (9 miles) from Edakkal Caves

   Enjoy a panoramic view of the Wayanad district from the Lakkidi viewpoint. The viewpoint is located at the entrance to the Thamarassery Ghat Pass.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on the Pookode Lake, a freshwater lake surrounded by lush greenery, and the Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earthen dam in India. A side trip to Kuruva Island, a serene island located on the Kabini River, is also worth considering. To maximize your fun, plan your trip in the monsoon season when Wayanad is at its greenest.

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Time and Costs Estimates

• Vellore Fort (30 minutes, free)
• Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace (2 hours, INR 15)
• Lunch at Hotel Hanumanthu (1 hour, INR 300)
• Edakkal Caves (2 hours 30 minutes, INR 40)
• Lakkidi View Point (1 hour, free)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 355