2-Day Adventurous Itinerary in Munnar and Kochi

1. Day 1: Munnar
   Estimated time from Cochin: 4 hours (110 km)

   Start your adventure with an early morning drive to Munnar, located in the Western Ghats. First, visit the Munnar Tea Museum to learn about the tea-making process and the history of tea in Munnar. Continue to the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate, the highest tea plantation in the region, for a guided tour. You can also take a 4x4 jeep adventure in the estate. For the finale, trek to the Top Station viewpoint to enjoy an amazing panoramic view of the Western Ghats and the Tamil Nadu valley.

2. Day 2: Kochi
   Estimated time from Munnar: 4 hour 30 min (130 km)

   Head to Kochi for another adventure-filled day. Begin your day with a stroll in Fort Kochi Beach. Spot colonial remnants in the Fort Kochi area, including St. Francis Church and the Chinese Fishing Nets. Take a ferry ride to the Bolghatty Palace Island to experience kayaking in the backwaters, or you can also experience parasailing in Cherai Beach. Round off the day with a traditional Kerala feast - the sadya-at Paragon restaurant.

Estimated Time and Cost:

• Munnar Tea Museum (1-2 hours, INR 500)
• Kolukkumalai Tea Estate (2-3 hours, INR 800)
• Top Station Viewpoint trek (2-3 hours, INR 200)
• Fort Kochi Beach, Chinese fishing nets & St. Francis Church (2-3 hours, free)
• Bolghatty Palace Island kayaking (3-4 hours, INR 1000)
• Cherai Beach parasailing (2-3 hours, INR 500)
• Paragon Restaurant (1-2 hours, INR 600)
• Total Estimated Cost: INR 3600 (excluding accommodation and transportation)

Useful Tips:

If you have extra time in Munnar, visit the Mattupetty Dam and the Eravikulam National Park. In Kochi, you can also explore the Jew Town to purchase spices and textiles or watch a Kathakali dance performance. For those with less time, you can opt to skip the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate tour and the Bolghatty Palace Island kayaking and parasailing.