Family-Friendly 1-Day Itinerary in Vagamon

  1. 9:00AM: Pine Valley
    20 minutes (6.1 km) from Vagamon town

    Start your day with a visit to Pine Valley, a gorgeous spot filled with pine trees and fresh air. Take a walk through the trails, have a picnic with your family, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

  2. 10:30AM: Pattumala
    30 minutes (10.2 km) from Pine Valley

    Pattumala, which means 'silk hill', is a tea plantation located on a hilltop. The panoramic view of the tea garden makes it the perfect spot for some family time. Visit the tea factory to see how tea is manufactured, and enjoy a cup of tea in the tea stall.

  3. 12:00PM: Thangal Para
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Pattumala

    Thangal Para is a pilgrim center maintained by the Muslims. The place offers a peaceful ambiance with a grave of Sheikh Fariuddin, a Sufi saint. People from different religions visit the place with respect for its history and local beliefs.

  4. 1:00PM: Have a filling lunch
    25 minutes (8.5 km) from Thangal Para

    Grab lunch at one of the restaurants in the city. Enjoy traditional Kerala foods like Puttu, appam, or parotta.

  5. 2:00PM: Vagamon Meadows
    15 minutes (5.5 km) from the restaurant

    The vast, lush Vagamon Meadows is a must-visit destination in Vagamon. Enjoy the panoramic view of valleys, rolling hills, flora, and fauna with a boat ride through the serene lake located in the heart of these meadows.

  6. 3:30PM: Murugan Hill Temple
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Vagamon Meadows

    Visit the Murugan Hill temple, a religious shrine located on a hilltop. Climb the 1026 stairs (or take a cable car ride) to reach the temple and enjoy the stunning view of the surroundings.

  7. 4:30PM: Vagamon Orchidarium and Floriculture Project
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Murugan Hill Temple

    The Vagamon Orchidarium and Floriculture Project contains more than 450 varieties of orchids and is a remarkable spot for nature lovers. Take a guided tour of the garden and explore the history and diversity of orchids.

  8. 6:00PM: Sunset View
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Vagamon Orchidarium and Floriculture Project

    End your day with a beautiful sunset view at Thangal Hill. The view of the rolling hills during the golden hour is breathtaking and perfect for photography enthusiasts.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Pine Valley (1 hour, free)
  • Pattumala (1.5 hours, entry fee: INR 30 per person, tea factory: INR 150 per person)
  • Thangal Para (1 hour, free)
  • Lunch (1 hour, price varies per restaurant)
  • Vagamon Meadows (1.5 hours, boat ride: INR 300 per person)
  • Murugan Hill Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Orchidarium and Floriculture Project (1.5 hours, entry fee: INR 100 per person)
  • Sunset View at Thangal Hill (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 580/person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can camp at Vagamon Meadows or take a visit to Barren Hills. If you have less time, you can skip the factories at Pattumala and orchids project.

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