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5-Day South India Tour

  1. Day 1: Munnar
    2 hours 30 minutes (73 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    In the morning, head to the famous Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Afternoon, visit the Tea Museum to learn about Munnar's tea-making history. In the evening, take a stroll at the picturesque Mattupetty Dam.

  2. Day 2: Ooty
    8 hours (200 miles) from Munnar

    Drive through the scenic tea plantations to reach Ooty. In the morning, visit the Government Botanical Garden, which is home to numerous rare species of trees and plants. Afternoon, take a peaceful boat ride at the Ooty Lake. In the evening, head to the Doddabetta Peak for mesmerizing sunset views.

  3. Day 3: Wayanad
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    4 hours 30 minutes (110 miles) from Ooty

    Visit the Edakkal Caves in the morning, which are famous for their ancient rock art. In the afternoon, visit the Soochipara Waterfalls for a refreshing dip. In the evening, explore the Banasura Sagar Dam, which is the largest earthen dam in India.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    6 hours (140 miles) from Wayanad

    Experience the backwaters of Kerala with a houseboat ride in the morning. In the afternoon, head to the Alappuzha Beach, known for its scenic beauty and water sports activities. In the evening, visit the Krishnapuram Palace, which houses numerous antique artifacts and paintings.

  5. Day 5: Cochin
    1 hour 30 minutes (56 miles) from Alappuzha

    Visit the famous Chinese Fishing Nets in the morning, an iconic attraction in Cochin. In the afternoon, explore the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, which is famous for its mural paintings. In the evening, take a stroll at the Fort Kochi Beach, which is a beautiful spot to watch the sunset.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Athirappilly Waterfalls, which are a perfect day trip from Cochin. To maximize your fun, try out some local delicacies like the Kerala Style Prawn Curry or the Malabar Parotta.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Eravikulam National Park (3 hours, Rs. 120 per person)
  • Tea Museum (1 hour 30 minutes, Rs. 100 per person)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1 hour, free)
  • Government Botanical Garden (2 hours, Rs. 30 per person)
  • Ooty Lake (2 hours, Rs. 15 per person)
  • Doddabetta Peak (3 hours, Rs. 10 per person)
  • Edakkal Caves (2 hours 30 minutes, Rs. 40 per person)
  • Soochipara Waterfalls (2 hours, Rs. 50 per person)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam (2 hours, Rs. 10 per person)
  • Houseboat ride (5 hours, starting from Rs. 6,000 per night)
  • Alappuzha Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Krishnapuram Palace (1 hour 30 minutes, Rs. 20 per person)
  • Chinese Fishing Nets (1 hour, free)
  • Mattancherry Palace (2 hours, Rs. 5 per person)
  • Fort Kochi Beach (1 hour 30 minutes, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 6,540 per person

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