Relaxation in Munnar: A 2-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Tea Plantations and Waterfalls
    10 minutes (3.5 km) from Munnar

    Start your morning in Munnar by visiting the Kanan Devan Tea Museum, which offers an insight into the tea making process and its rich history in Munnar. After your visit, head to the Mattupetty Dam, a picturesque dam surrounded by hills and forests. Take a boat ride to explore the beauty of the dam. You can then head to the Top Station View Point, which offers panoramic views of the valley and the clouds above. Finally, end your day at the Attukad Waterfalls, where you can enjoy a peaceful walk and the serene view of water gushing down from the hills.

  2. Day 2: Cardamom Plantations and Spices
    15 minutes (5.4 km) from Munnar

    Start your day in Munnar with a visit to the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate, the highest tea plantation in the world. Enjoy the serene beauty of the tea gardens, and sip on a cup of tea while watching the sunrise. Later, head to the Marayoor Sandalwood Forests and explore the rich flora and fauna of the area. You can also opt to visit the Munnar Spice Plantations, where you can learn about the various spices grown locally, such as cardamom, pepper, and cinnamon. Wrap up your day with a relaxing massage at the Ayurvedic Healing Centre.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kanan Devan Tea Museum (1 hour, INR 150)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1.5 hours, INR 500 for boat ride)
  • Top Station View Point (2 hours, INR 50 entry fee)
  • Attukad Waterfalls (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Kolukkumalai Tea Estate (3 hours, INR 500)
  • Marayoor Sandalwood Forests (1.5 hours, INR 100 entry fee)
  • Munnar Spice Plantations (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Ayurvedic Healing Centre (2 hours, INR 2000 for a massage)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3700

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to the Eravikulam National Park (1.5 hours, INR 120 entry fee) to your Day 1 itinerary. If you have extra time on Day 2, you can opt for a visit to the Meesapulimala Trekking Trail (2-3 hours trek, INR 500), which offers stunning views of the mountains and valleys. If you have less time, you can skip the Ayurvedic Healing Centre, the Tea Museum or the Spice Plantations.

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