Optimized 4-Day Kerala Hill Stations Tour: Munnar, Thekkady & Vagamon with Overnight Return to Bangalore

Day 1: Arrival & Munnar Highlights

Munnar, Kerala on May 8, 2025

7:00am

Arrival in Munnar

Reach Munnar early morning from overnight bus from Bangalore. Check-in to your hotel and freshen up.
INR 0, 1h0m

8:00am

Breakfast at Rapsy Restaurant

Enjoy Kerala style breakfast including appam and stew, open from 7 AM.
INR 250, 1h0m

9:00am

Tea Gardens and Tata Tea Museum Visit

Explore sprawling tea plantations and learn tea processing at the museum open 10 AM to 5 PM.
INR 150, 2h0m

11:30am

Mattupetty Dam & Boating

Enjoy pedal boat rides amid captivating views, boating available 9 AM - 5 PM.
INR 150, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Saravana Bhavan

Feast on traditional South Indian dishes and set yourself up for the day.
INR 350, 1h0m

2:30pm

Echo Point

Experience the natural echo amid lush greenery.
INR 30, 30m

3:15pm

Kundala Lake

Relax with pedal boating surrounded by scenic hill views and lotus flowers (open till 6 PM).
INR 100, 1h0m

5:00pm

Blossom Park Visit

Unwind strolling through colorful gardens with lovely sunset views.
INR 20, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Rapsy Restaurant

Savour Kerala cuisine specialties and local favorites to end your day.
INR 350, 1h0m
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Day 2: Eravikulam & Top Station

Munnar, Kerala on May 9, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel or Tea County

Enjoy a fresh breakfast with views of tea estates to energize your day.
INR 250, 1h0m

8:30am

Eravikulam National Park Visit

Trek to spot endangered Nilgiri Tahr with stunning panoramic views (park open 8:30 AM - 4 PM).
INR 180, 3h0m

12:00pm

Top Station

Drive to Top Station for spectacular vistas over Western Ghats and valley views.
INR 50, 1h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Saravana Bhavan

Refuel with tasty South Indian vegetarian dishes.
INR 350, 1h0m

3:00pm

Attukal Waterfalls

Visit this scenic waterfall with easy trails and peaceful environment.
INR 30, 1h0m

4:30pm

Shopping and Local Market

Explore Munnar’s spice markets and local handicrafts for souvenirs.
INR 0, 1h0m

6:00pm

Early Dinner at Rapsy Restaurant

Enjoy another delicious Kerala meal before departure next day.
INR 350, 1h0m
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Day 3: Thekkady Wildlife & Spices

Thekkady, Kerala on May 10, 2025

7:00am

Travel from Munnar to Thekkady

Early morning scenic drive of about 3.5 hours to Thekkady.
INR 450, 4h0m

11:00am

Breakfast at Elephant Court

Traditional Kerala breakfasts to energize before exploring Thekkady.
INR 300, 1h0m

12:00pm

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Boat Ride

Boat cruise on Periyar Lake spotting elephants, bison, and birds (open 8 AM - 5:30 PM).
INR 190, 2h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Spice Village or Local Restaurant

Relish local cuisine infused with fresh spices and local products.
INR 400, 1h0m

3:30pm

Spice Plantation Tour

Walkthrough spice gardens introducing cardamom, pepper, clove, and more, open till evening.
INR 100, 2h0m

6:30pm

Optional: Kathakali or Kalaripayattu Performance

Witness traditional Kerala art forms starting around 7 PM.
INR 400, 1h30m

8:30pm

Dinner at Hotel

Relax over a cozy dinner at your accommodation to end your day.
INR 300, 1h0m
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Day 4: Vagamon & Overnight Return

Vagamon, Kerala on May 11, 2025

7:00am

Travel: Thekkady to Vagamon

Morning 2.5 to 3-hour drive to scenic Vagamon.
INR 350, 3h0m

10:00am

Breakfast at Local Café

Enjoy fresh coffee and light breakfast amid the cool Vagamon hills.
INR 250, 1h0m

11:00am

Meadows & Pine Forest Exploration

Walk through spacious meadows and pine forests for tranquility and photography.
INR 0, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Green Views Restaurant

Taste delicious Kerala or Continental cuisine with scenic views.
INR 350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Thangalpara and Kurisumala Pilgrim Site Visit

Visit spiritually significant sites set amidst beautiful landscapes offering peaceful walks.
INR 0, 1h30m

3:30pm

Paragliding or Trekking

Experience adventurous paragliding or gentle trekking trails (activity available till 5 PM).
INR 800, 2h0m

6:30pm

Early Dinner at Vagamon

Enjoy your final Kerala meal with local flavours before your journey back.
INR 350, 1h0m

8:00pm

Board Overnight Bus or Train to Bangalore

Depart from Vagamon area (via Kottayam or Ernakulam) by an overnight bus or train to Bangalore for comfortable travel.
INR 500 - 1000, Overnight
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