4-Days Trip to Coorg, Wayanad, Chikmaglur, and Munnar

  1. Day 1: Coorg
    Estimated time from previous location: 5 hours (265 km)

    Start the day by visiting the Abbey Falls, a picturesque waterfall located amidst a coffee and spice plantation. Enjoy the scenic drive from Abbey Falls to Namdroling Monastery, also known as the Golden Temple, which is the largest Tibetan settlement in India.

  2. Day 2: Wayanad
    Estimated time from previous location: 4 hours (150 km)

    Begin the day with a visit to Edakkal Caves, situated on top of a hill and featuring ancient rock carvings. You can then head to Banasura Sagar Dam, India's largest earthen dam. The day can be concluded with a visit to the Chembra Peak, a popular trekking spot known for the heart-shaped lake on its summit.

  3. Day 3: Chikmaglur
    Estimated time from previous location: 5 hours (240 km)

    Begin the day with a visit to Mullayanagiri Peak, the highest peak in Karnataka. After enjoying the scenic view, visit the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, known for its elephant herd and tiger population. End the day with a walk through the coffee estates, where you can witness the process of coffee-making.

  4. Day 4: Munnar
    Estimated time from previous location: 7 hours (340 km)

    Start the day with a visit to the Eravikulam National Park, home to the Nilgiri Tahr. The park is also famous for the neelakurinji flowers, which bloom once every 12 years. Later, visit the Top Station, offering a panoramic view of the Western Ghats and the valley below. Conclude the day with a visit to the Matta Tea Museum, which showcases the history of tea-processing in Munnar.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Abbey Falls (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Namdroling Monastery (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Edakkal Caves (2-3 hours, ₹40 entry fee)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam (1-2 hours, ₹10 entry fee)
  • Chembra Peak (3-4 hours trekking time, ₹500 entry fee)
  • Mullayanagiri Peak (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary (2-3 hours, ₹300 entry fee)
  • Coffee estates (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Eravikulam National Park (2-3 hours, ₹135 entry fee)
  • Top Station (1-2 hours, ₹50 entry fee)
  • Matta Tea Museum (1-2 hours, ₹120 entry fee)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹1255

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore other attractions in the respective locations. In Coorg, you can visit Dubare Elephant Camp and Talakaveri Wildlife Sanctuary. In Wayanad, Pookode Lake and Soochipara Falls are other popular attractions. In Chikmaglur, you can visit Kudremukh National Park and hire a jeep safari. In Munnar, the Tea Museum can be substituted with the Carmelagiri Elephant Park or Anamudi Peak. However, if you have less time, you can skip any of the locations so that you can adequately enjoy the rest of the attractions.

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