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4-Day Salem, Vagamon, and Wayanad Tour Itinerary in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Salem
    3 hours 25 minutes (167.8 km) from Coimbatore International Airport

    Start your trip to Salem by visiting the famous 7th-century Kottai Mariamman Temple, which is dedicated to the goddess Mariamman. Then head to the Salem Steel Plant, the largest steel plant in India. In the afternoon, visit the Yercaud Hill Station to enjoy the scenic views and explore the botanical garden. End the day with a visit to the Salem Museum, which showcases the art and culture of Salem, and learn about the history of the place.

  2. Day 2: Vagamon
    5 hours 15 minutes (230.7 km) from Salem

    Start your day by visiting the Vagamon Pine Forest and take a stroll in the greenery. Then head to the Vagamon Lake, where you can enjoy boating and fishing. After lunch, visit the Kurisumala Ashram, which is a Christian monastery located on a hilltop. Next, explore the Vagamon Orchidarium and Floriculture Project, which is a beautiful garden filled with different varieties of orchids. End the day by watching the sunset at the Thangal Hill, where there are tombs of Muslim saints.

  3. Day 3: Wayanad
    6 hours (267.8 km) from Vagamon

    Start your day in Wayanad by visiting the Edakkal Caves, which are natural caves with ancient inscriptions. Then head to the Soochipara Falls, which is a beautiful waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. After lunch, visit the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can spot elephants, tigers, and other animals. Next, learn about the history of the region by visiting the Wayanad Heritage Museum, which showcases the artifacts and culture of the tribes in Wayanad. End the day by watching the sunset at the Chembra Peak, which is the highest peak in Wayanad.

  4. Day 4: Wayanad
    1 hour 30 minutes (62.2 km) from Wayanad

    Start your day by visiting the Banasura Sagar Dam, which is the largest earthen dam in India. Then head to the Pookode Lake, which is a freshwater lake surrounded by forests. After lunch, visit the Jain Temple in Sulthan Bathery, which is a famous pilgrimage site for Jains. Next, explore the Wayanad Tea Museum, where you can learn about the history of tea in Wayanad and how it is processed. End the day by visiting the Lakkidi View Point, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding hills.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kottai Mariamman Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Salem Steel Plant (2 hours, free)
  • Yercaud Hill Station (3 hours, free)
  • Salem Museum (2 hours, ₹100)
  • Vagamon Pine Forest (1 hour, free)
  • Vagamon Lake (2 hours, ₹500 for boating)
  • Kurisumala Ashram (1 hour, free)
  • Vagamon Orchidarium and Floriculture Project (1 hour, ₹50)
  • Thangal Hill (1 hour, free)
  • Edakkal Caves (2 hours, ₹40)
  • Soochipara Falls (2 hours, ₹50)
  • Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, ₹110)
  • Wayanad Heritage Museum (2 hours, ₹30)
  • Chembra Peak (3 hours, ₹750)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam (2 hours, ₹30)
  • Pookode Lake (2 hours, ₹10)
  • Jain Temple in Sulthan Bathery (1 hour, free)
  • Wayanad Tea Museum (1 hour, ₹100)
  • Lakkidi View Point (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹1,770
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