3 Friends Trip to Munnar from Chennai

1. Day 1: Chennai to Vellore (141 km, 3 hours)
   Visit Fort Vellore

   Explore the 16th-century fort built during the Nayak dynasty and the museum that showcases the history of the fort and Nayak rule.

2. Day 2: Vellore to Kodaikanal (316 km, 6 hours 30 minutes)
   Visit Coakers Walk

   Enjoy a scenic stroll along this picturesque walkway that offers stunning views of the valley and hills beyond.

3. Day 3: Kodaikanal
   Hike to Dolphin's Nose

   Trek to this fascinating rock formation called Dolphin's Nose that resembles the shape of a dolphin's nose.

4. Day 4: Kodaikanal to Munnar (165 km, 4 hours)
   Visit Echo Point

   Shout out loud and hear your echoes resound from the surrounding hills and mountains at this scenic spot.

5. Day 5: Munnar
   Visit Tata Tea Museum

   Discover the history of tea making and the tea culture of Munnar at this museum while enjoying a cup of freshly brewed tea.

6. Day 6: Munnar
   Explore Mattupetty Dam

   Take a boat ride on this magnificent dam built on the River Mattupetty, surrounded by hills and tea plantations.

7. Day 7: Munnar to Chennai (585 km, 12 hours)
   Visit Fort St. George

   Discover the history of the British East India Company and visit the museum that exhibits the weapons and artifacts used during the colonial era.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Fort Vellore (2 hours, INR 400)
• Coakers Walk (1 hour, INR 20)
• Dolphin's Nose (3 hours, Free)
• Echo Point (2 hours, Free)
• Tata Tea Museum (2 hours, INR 100)
• Mattupetty Dam (3 hours, INR 500 per boat)
• Fort St. George (2 hours, INR 300)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 1,320 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore other attractions in Kodaikanal such as the Guna Cave, Bryant Park, or the Kodai Lake. If you have less time, you can skip Vellore or Fort St. George. Make sure to carry enough cash as most of the attractions do not accept cards.