Start your trip with a visit to the renowned Munnar Tea Estates that offer a captivating view of vibrant green tea plantations. Witness the picturesque view, inhale the fragrant aroma of tea flavors and enjoy a walk through the plantation fields. Learn how tea leaves are processed in the Tea Museum and try different flavors of tea at the tasting room. Make sure to take plenty of photographs and buy some tea as souvenirs.
Visit the Mattupetty Dam, a popular tourist spot for its serene environment surrounded by hills and tea estates. Enjoy a boat ride and breathe in the fresh air while gazing at the breathtaking view of the dam. Then head to the scenic Kundala Lake to enjoy more scenic beauty and try some aventures activities like boating, horse riding, and shikara ride. You can have a relaxing time with nature by going on a picnic around the Kundala Lake area.
Get ready to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Alleppey Backwaters onboard a traditional Kerala-style houseboat with a magnificent view of lagoons, canals and the vast Vembanad Lake. Enjoy the tranquil scenery of coconut groves, paddy fields and peaceful villages and observe the lifestyle of the locals. Savor the traditional food and take a moment to relax amidst nature. You can visit the nearby attractions like the Marari Beach and St. Mary's Forane Church before heading back to your hotel.
To make the most of your trip, you can add more locations to visit in Munnar like the Eravikulam National Park, Top Station, and Echo Point. In Alleppey, you can also visit the Krishnapuram Palace, Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple and Pathiramanal Island. Given more time, you can add a stay in Alleppey for more boating experience and canalside exploration. Alternatively, if time is not enough, you can skip Mattupetty Dam and amenities around it.