2-Day Itinerary for Vagamon and Kochi

  1. Day 1: Vagamon
    Estimated time from Perambalur: 7.5 hours (345 km)

    Start your trip at 11.00pm on May 19th from Perambalur by van with your gang of 20 members. After a journey of about 7.5 hours, you will reach your destination of Vagamon in the early morning. Vagamon is truly a paradise for nature lovers with its mesmerizing hills, sprawling tea gardens, and cool weather all year round. You could start your visit by taking a trek through the beautiful Pine forest or visiting the Vagamon Lake. You can also visit Kurisumala, a place of Christian pilgrimage, which is a serene and peaceful spot that will leave you truly mesmerized. Enjoy a relaxing and peaceful night at Vagamon.

  2. Day 2: Kochi
    Estimated time from Vagamon: 3 hours (100 km)

    After a peaceful night at Vagamon, start your morning by having a scrumptious breakfast and heading towards Kochi, one of the most beautiful cities in Kerala. Start the day by visiting the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, which was built by the Portuguese and renovated by the Dutch. Next, visit the historic Fort Kochi beach, which is a perfect blend of Indian and Portuguese architecture and is home to various cafes and art galleries, making it a popular tourist destination. Don't forget to take a walk along the Chinese fishing nets before heading to the Jewish Synagogue, a place of historical significance and culture. In the evening, after enjoying a sumptuous dinner, visit the Lulu Mall Kochi, one of the largest and most popular shopping malls in India, where you can shop to your heart's content. Spend the night at Kochi before ultimately departing for Perambalur the following day.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Perambalur to Vagamon van ride - 7.5 hours (Rs.5000)
  • Kurisumala and Pine forest trek in Vagamon - 2-3 hours (free)
  • Vagamon Lake visit - 1-2 hours (Rs. 50 per person)
  • Vagamon to Kochi van ride - 3 hours (Rs. 2500)
  • Mattancherry Palace visit - 1-2 hours (Rs. 30 per person)
  • Fort Kochi beach walk and Chinese fishing nets - 2-3 hours (free)
  • Jewish Synagogue visit - 1 hour (Rs. 5 per person)
  • Dinner at a mid-range restaurant - 1 hour (Rs. 500 per person)
  • Lulu Mall Kochi visit - 2-3 hours (shopping expenses as per your choice)
  • Total Estimated Costs - Rs. 3500 per person

Useful Tips

If you have additional time, you can consider visiting other popular tourist destinations in Kochi such as the St. Francis Church, Paradesi Synagogue, and the Hill Palace Museum. If you have less time, you may need to skip certain destinations and plan accordingly. Don't forget to carry your necessary travel documents and keep all your belonging safe during your trip. Lastly, be mindful of the local customs and culture while traveling in Kerala.

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