4-Day Rail/Train Trip Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Wayanad and Kozhikode

Day 1: Exploring Wayanad

Wayanad, Kerala, India

8:00AM

Arrival in Wayanad

Upon arriving in Wayanad, start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast at a local eatery to fuel up for the day ahead.
Take a local bus or taxi from the train station to your accommodation. It takes approximately 30 minutes.
INR 100, 1 hour

10:00AM

Edakkal Caves

Explore the ancient Edakkal Caves known for their prehistoric rock carvings and stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
From your accommodation, hire a taxi or take a bus to Edakkal Caves. The journey takes about 1 hour.
INR 200 (entrance fee), 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious lunch of traditional Kerala cuisine at a local restaurant near Edakkal Caves.
Walk or take a short taxi ride to the nearby restaurant.
INR 300, 1 hour

3:00PM

Chembra Peak

Embark on a trek to Chembra Peak for panoramic views of the Western Ghats and the heart-shaped Chembra Lake.
Take a taxi or bus from the restaurant to the base of Chembra Peak. The journey takes about 1.5 hours.
INR 500 (trek guide fee), 3 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Accommodation

Wind down your day with a simple dinner at your accommodation or nearby eatery.
Head back to your accommodation for a relaxing dinner.
INR 200, 1 hour
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Day 2: More of Wayanad

Wayanad, Kerala, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Accommodation

Start your day with a leisurely breakfast at your accommodation or a nearby cafe.
Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation or walk to a nearby cafe.
INR 100, 1 hour

10:30AM

Banasura Sagar Dam

Visit the Banasura Sagar Dam, India's largest earthen dam, and enjoy boating in the reservoir.
Take a bus or taxi from your accommodation to Banasura Sagar Dam. The journey takes approximately 1.5 hours.
INR 50 (boating), 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Local Eatery

Savor a delicious lunch at a local eatery near Banasura Sagar Dam, trying out some Kerala delicacies.
Walk or take a short ride to a nearby restaurant for lunch.
INR 250, 1 hour

3:00PM

Pookode Lake

Relax by the serene Pookode Lake, surrounded by lush greenery and offering pedal boating activities.
Take a taxi or bus from the restaurant to Pookode Lake. The journey takes about 30 minutes.
INR 50 (boating), 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Accommodation

Enjoy a cozy dinner at your accommodation or explore nearby eateries for dinner options.
Head back to your accommodation for a relaxing dinner.
INR 200, 1 hour
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Day 3: Travel to Kozhikode

Kozhikode, Kerala, India

8:00AM

Check-out and Departure to Kozhikode

Check out of your accommodation in Wayanad and travel to Kozhikode via train for the next leg of your journey.
Take a local bus or taxi to the train station. Board a train to Kozhikode, with the journey taking around 3 hours.
INR 300, 3 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Kozhikode

Enjoy a scrumptious lunch at a local restaurant in Kozhikode upon arrival.
Take a taxi or walk to a nearby restaurant for lunch.
INR 200, 1 hour

2:00PM

Kozhikode Beach

Relax at the picturesque Kozhikode Beach, known for its serene ambiance and stunning sunsets.
Take a taxi or auto-rickshaw from the restaurant to Kozhikode Beach. The journey takes about 30 minutes.
Free, 2 hours

5:00PM

Check-in at Accommodation

Check in at your accommodation in Kozhikode and freshen up before dinner.
Take a taxi or walk to your accommodation for check-in.
INR 500, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at a Local Eatery

Indulge in a delicious dinner at a local eatery in Kozhikode, trying out some Malabar specialties.
Walk or take a short ride to a nearby restaurant for dinner.
INR 300, 1 hour
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Day 4: Exploring Kozhikode

Kozhikode, Kerala, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Accommodation

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your accommodation or a local cafe in Kozhikode.
Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation or walk to a nearby cafe.
INR 100, 1 hour

10:30AM

Kappad Beach

Visit Kappad Beach, where Vasco da Gama landed in 1498, and enjoy the serene shoreline.
Take a taxi or auto-rickshaw from your accommodation to Kappad Beach. The journey takes approximately 1 hour.
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Seafood Restaurant

Savor delicious seafood at a local restaurant near Kappad Beach, enjoying the coastal flavors.
Walk or take a short ride to a seafood restaurant for lunch.
INR 400, 1 hour

3:00PM

Shopping at SM Street

Explore the bustling SM Street, known for its vibrant shops selling spices, clothing, and souvenirs.
Take a taxi or auto-rickshaw from the restaurant to SM Street. The journey takes about 30 minutes.
Variable, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Accommodation

Enjoy a cozy dinner at your accommodation or opt for dinner at a nearby eatery in Kozhikode.
Head back to your accommodation for a relaxing dinner.
INR 200, 1 hour
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