Vaalparai Itinerary for a Day

1. 9:00 AM: Morning tea in Balaji Temple
   15 minutes (2.2 km) from Vaalparai town

   Start your day with a hot & sweet cup of tea in a unique Balaji temple. You can also indulge yourself in the spiritual teachings of the temple.

2. 10:30 AM: Visit the Aliyar Dam
   30 minutes (15 km) from the temple

   Aliyar Dam is a beautiful site offering scenic views and a perfect spot for photography. You can also have a great adventure experience by Bungee jumping and rock climbing.

3. 12:30 PM: Lunch at Valparai Tasty Treats
   30 minutes (19 km) from Aliyar Dam

   Valparai Tasty Treats offers classic Indian vegetarian dishes, authentic South Indian meals and refreshing drinks.

4. 2:00 PM: Visit Sholayar Dam
   20 minutes (8.4 km) from Valparai Tasty Treats

   A beautiful dam with breath-taking views of nature, Sholayar Dam offers an excellent site to enjoy bird watching.

5. 4:00 PM: Refreshment in Koolangal River
   1 hour (34 km) from Sholayar Dam

   Koolangal river offers a refreshing site to unwind and relax amid lush greenery. The crystal-clear waters are perfect for swimming and relaxing.

6. 6:00 PM: Evening Coffee in RSM Tea Factory
   45 minutes (25 km) from Koolangal River

   RSM Tea Factory offers a unique experience of tea processing and manufacturing along with fantastic views of tea plantations. You can enjoy a cup of authentic tea while trying out the freshly made tea leaves.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Balaji Temple (15 min, free)
• Aliyar Dam (2 hours, 500 INR)
• Valparai Tasty Treats (1 hour, 250 INR)
• Sholayar Dam (2 hours, free)
• Koolangal River (2 hours, free)
• RSM Tea Factory (1 hour, 200 INR)
• Total Estimated Costs: 950 INR

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Nirar Dam and Monkey Falls, but they will take an additional 3 hours to visit. You can also substitute Aliyar Dam with the Monkey Falls, which offers similar adventure experiences. If you have less time, you can skip any one of the destinations based on your preference.