2-Day Budget Trip from Tirupur to Thekkady & Vagamon for 7 People

Day 1: Thekkady Exploration

Thekkady, Kerala, India on April 17, 2025

7:00AM

Depart from Tirupur to Thekkady

Start early morning travel by hired vehicle or bus from Tirupur to Thekkady covering approx 190 km in around 5-6 hours.
INR0 (transport already budgeted), 6 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Kerala cuisine at a budget-friendly restaurant such as Spice Grove or local eateries that serve delicious vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis.
INR200 per person, 1 hour

2:30PM

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Boat Ride

Take the famous boat cruise on Periyar Lake to enjoy spotting wildlife and beautiful forest scenery. The sanctuary is open from 9:00AM to 5:00PM daily.
INR180 per person, 2 hours

5:00PM

Visit Bamboo Rafting or a Spice Plantation Tour

Choose an evening bamboo rafting experience or explore the spice plantations nearby to learn about spices and Kerala’s biodiversity. Bamboo rafting usually available till 6:00PM.
INR150 per person, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at a Local Eatery

Try local Kerala dishes like appam with stew or Kerala fish curry at budget-friendly spots such as Green Park or Thekkady Market area.
INR200 per person, 1 hour

8:30PM

Check-in and Rest

Check into an affordable hotel or homestay in Thekkady suitable for groups, providing good comfort within budget.
INR600 per person (shared rooms), Overnight

Day 2: Vagamon Nature Trip

Vagamon, Kerala, India on April 18, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start the day with a simple Kerala breakfast including puttu and kadala curry or idli and sambar at the hotel.
INR100 per person, 30 minutes

8:30AM

Travel from Thekkady to Vagamon

Depart for Vagamon, approximately 90 km away, traveling through scenic hill roads for about 3 hours by vehicle.
INR0 (within transport budget), 3 hours

11:30AM

Visit Vagamon Meadows and Pine Forests

Explore the lush meadows and serene pine forests of Vagamon, ideal for trekking and photography.
Free, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Have lunch at private local restaurants or dhabas that offer affordable meals with Kerala flavor.
INR200 per person, 1 hour

2:30PM

Visit Kurisumala and Vagamon Falls

Visit Kurisumala, a peaceful pilgrimage center, and then enjoy the beauty of Vagamon Falls. Both are tranquil spots great for relaxation and sightseeing.
Free, 2 hours

4:30PM

Return Journey to Tirupur

Begin the return trip to Tirupur covering approximately 280 km which will take around 7-8 hours, aiming to reach late evening.
INR0 (transport budget considered), 7-8 hours

8:00PM

Dinner on the way

Stop at highway restaurants or dhabas offering quick meals like parotta and curry or rice meals as per convenience.
INR150 per person, 30-45 minutes