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Two-Day Itinerary for Munnar and Cochin in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Exploring Munnar
    0 minutes from Munnar

    Start your day by visiting the Tea Museum, where you'll learn about the history and production of tea in Munnar. Afterward, take a scenic drive to Mattupetty Dam and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding hills. For lunch, head to Rapsy Restaurant for traditional Keralan cuisine. In the afternoon, visit the Eravikulam National Park to see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Finally, end your day with a hike to the top of Meesapulimala Peak, one of the highest peaks in the Western Ghats, to catch the sunset.

  2. Day 2: Discovering Cochin
    4 hours (96 miles) from Munnar

    Start your day by exploring Fort Kochi, a historic neighborhood known for its colonial architecture. Visit the St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, and the nearby Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, a stunning example of Portuguese architecture. For lunch, head to the Spice Market to sample some of the local cuisine. In the afternoon, take a ferry to the nearby island of Willingdon to visit the Dutch Palace. Finally, end your day by watching a traditional Kathakali dance performance at the Kerala Kathakali Centre.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider taking a day trip to Alleppey to explore the beautiful backwaters of Kerala. Alternatively, you could visit the nearby hill station of Thekkady to see the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, home to elephants, tigers, and other animals. To maximize your fun, try to wake up early to catch the sunrise or plan a romantic dinner overlooking the scenic views.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Tea Museum (1-2 hours, INR 125)
  • Mattupetty Dam (2-3 hours, INR 10)
  • Rapsy Restaurant (1 hour, INR 350)
  • Eravikulam National Park (2-3 hours, INR 120)
  • Meesapulimala Peak Hike (4-5 hours, INR 2500)
  • St. Francis Church (1 hour, free)
  • Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica (1 hour, free)
  • Spice Market (1-2 hours, INR 500)
  • Dutch Palace (1-2 hours, INR 50)
  • Kathakali Dance Performance (2-3 hours, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3905

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