Three Days in Munnar, Alleppey, and Athirapally

  1. Day 1: Munnar
    2 hours (81 km) from Kochi

    Begin your journey by visiting the Mattupetty Dam, a concrete gravity dam surrounded by lush green hills that provide an ideal spot for picnicking. Next, head to Echo Point, located nearby, to shout and hear your echoes. Finally, end your day at the Tata Tea Museum, which provides an insight into the tea-making process along with a cup of freshly brewed tea.

  2. Day 2: Alleppey
    3 hours 10 minutes (138 km) from Munnar

    Explore the scenic backwaters of Alleppey by taking a houseboat ride along the canals lined with coconut trees and traditional fishing boats. After the ride, head to the Marari beach, located nearby, for a relaxing swim in the Arabian sea. End your day at the Alleppey Lighthouse to watch the sunset over the sea.

  3. Day 3: Athirapally
    2 hours 20 minutes (75 km) from Alleppey

    Visit the Athirapally Waterfalls, famously known for its depiction in many Indian movies. The waterfall surrounded by lush greenery is a sight to behold. Next to visit the Charpa Falls, a small but picturesque waterfall located nearby. Finish your journey by visiting the Vazhachal Forest Gardens, a scenic garden that is a feast to the eyes.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mattupetty Dam (1 hour, free)
  • Echo Point (1 hour, free)
  • Tata Tea Museum (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Houseboat ride (4 hours, INR 8,000+)
  • Marari Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Alleppey Lighthouse (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Athirapally Waterfalls (2 hours, INR 15)
  • Charpa Falls (1 hour, free)
  • Vazhachal Forest Gardens (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Total Estimated Costs (INR): INR 8,155+

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can consider adding visits to the Eravikulam National Park in Munnar, the St. Mary's Forane Church in Alleppey, and the Snehatheeram Beach in Athirapally. If you have less time, you can skip the Tata Tea Museum in Munnar and the Charpa Falls in Athirapally.

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