Family Adventure in Marayoor: Nature and Rail Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Nature Exploration

Marayoor, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Marayoor Dairy

Start your day with fresh milk and delicious traditional Kerala breakfast of puttu and kadala.
Drive approximately 5 minutes from your accommodation.
INR 350, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Sandalwood Forest

Explore Marayoor's enchanting sandalwood forest, teeming with aromatic trees and lush greenery.
Short drive from breakfast location, around 15 minutes.
Free, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Kairali Restaurant

Savour a traditional South Indian Thali featuring an array of vegetarian delights.
Drive back to town for lunch, approximately 20 minutes.
INR 600, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit the Marayoor Dolmens

Discover the ancient megalithic dolmens which date back thousands of years.
About 10 minutes from the restaurant.
Free, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary

Wander the trails of Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, and if lucky, spot exotic wildlife.
It's a short 15-minute drive to the sanctuary.
INR 200 per person, 3 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Hotel Poonjar

Enjoy a cozy family dinner with a selection of local specialities like appam and stew.
Return to Marayoor town, around 20 minutes.
INR 800, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Railway Adventure

Marayoor, India

7:30AM

Breakfast at Pothamedu Café

Fuel your day with a wholesome breakfast of dosa and chutney.
A 15-minute drive from your accommodation.
INR 300, 1 hour

9:00AM

Train Journey to Ernakulam

Board a morning train from Marayoor to Ernakulam, experiencing scenic views along the way.
Catch the train at the local station, 10 minutes from breakfast.
INR 150 per person, 2 hours

11:30AM

Explore Ernakulam

Once in Ernakulam, enjoy the vibrant streets filled with shops and local vendors.
Take a taxi from the station to the city centre, around 20 minutes.
Variable, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Hotel Aryas

Taste vegetarian delights at this well-loved eatery, including their famous biryani.
Walk from the city centre, approximately 10 minutes.
INR 500, 1 hour

2:30PM

Return Train Journey

Make your way back to Marayoor by catching an afternoon train, enjoying the charming landscapes again.
Head back to the station, 10 minutes from lunch.
INR 150 per person, 2 hours

5:00PM

Dinner at Saravana Bhavan

Wrap up your adventure day with a delightful dinner featuring a variety of Indian curries and roti.
Drive back to Marayoor, around 10 minutes.
INR 700, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Cultural Immersion

Marayoor, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Green Valley

Start your final day with delicious Idli and sambar in a lovely setting.
Located 10 minutes from your accommodation.
INR 400, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit the Marayoor Siva Temple

Discover the cultural side of Marayoor by visiting this historic temple immersed in legends.
A 10-minute drive from breakfast.
Free, 1 hour

11:00AM

Textile Weaving Workshop

Engage the family in a hands-on experience of local textile weaving traditions.
Areas nearby the temple, around 5 minutes drive.
INR 1,000 for the family, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Spicy Kitchen

Rejuvenate with some delicious Kerala fish curry and rice.
Return to the main town, about 10 minutes drive.
INR 600, 1 hour

2:30PM

Visit the 'Makkal Aikyam' Museum

Head to see a fascinating exhibition about local tribes and their lives.
A short drive from the restaurant, around 15 minutes.
INR 100 per person, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Dinner and Relax at Hotel Green View

Enjoy a relaxed farewell dinner with a mix of continental and traditional cuisine.
Drive back to Marayoor town, around 10 minutes.
INR 800, 1.5 hours
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