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2-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Varkala Beach and Munnar in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Varkala Beach
    1 hour 30 minutes (38.6 miles) from Thiruvananthapuram Airport

    Varkala Beach, also known as Papanasam Beach, is a popular tourist destination for its stunning beauty and serene atmosphere. The beach offers a variety of activities, such as swimming, sunbathing, and surfing. The main attraction of the beach is the natural spring, which is believed to have medicinal properties. Visitors can also explore the nearby Janardhanaswamy Temple and the Sivagiri Mutt, which are both significant religious sites. Varkala is also famous for its seafood, and visitors can enjoy fresh seafood at the many restaurants located near the beach.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours 30 minutes (108.6 miles) from Varkala Beach

    Munnar is a hill station located in the Western Ghats of Kerala. It is known for its scenic beauty, tea plantations, and wildlife. Visitors can go trekking in the hills, explore the tea plantations, and visit the Eravikulam National Park to see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Other popular attractions in Munnar include the Mattupetty Dam, the Kundala Lake, and the Top Station viewpoint. Visitors can also indulge in some shopping at the local markets, which sell a variety of spices, tea, and handmade products.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Varkala Beach (4 hours, free)
  • Janardhanaswamy Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Sivagiri Mutt (1 hour, free)
  • Fresh seafood lunch (1 hour, ₹500-₹1000)
  • Munnar (4 hours 30 minutes, free)
  • Eravikulam National Park (2-3 hours, ₹120 per person)
  • Tea Plantation visit (2-3 hours, ₹200-₹500)
  • Shopping (1-2 hours, ₹500-₹1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹1320-₹3020
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