4-Day Family Itinerary for Munnar, Thekkady, and Vagamon with Return to Bangalore by Bus or Train

Day 1: Explore Munnar

Munnar, Kerala, India on May 7, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Rapsy Restaurant

Start your day with a hearty South Indian breakfast at this popular local restaurant open from 7am to 10am, known for delicious dosa and Kerala parottas.
INR200, 1h

9:30am

Visit Tea Gardens and Tea Museum

Explore the expansive tea plantations and visit the Tea Museum to learn about the history and processing of tea, open from 9am to 5pm.
INR30 per person, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Saravana Bhavan

Enjoy authentic vegetarian South Indian meals at Saravana Bhavan, open from 11am to 9pm, perfect for the family.
INR400, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Eravikulam National Park

Home to the Nilgiri Tahr, the park is a great place for nature walks and spotting wildlife, open from 8am to 4pm.
INR125 per person, 3h

5:00pm

Shopping and Evening Walk at Munnar Town

Stroll the local market for spices and handicrafts and enjoy the cool evening weather.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Gurubhavan

Taste authentic Kerala cuisine with options for family-friendly dining, open till 10pm.
INR600, 1h
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Day 2: Munnar to Thekkady

Munnar to Thekkady, Kerala, India on May 8, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at the hotel

Enjoy an early breakfast at your hotel before your journey to Thekkady.
Included in stay, 1h

9:00am

Travel from Munnar to Thekkady by cab

A scenic 3 to 4-hour drive that passes through beautiful landscapes and spice plantations.
Approx. INR 2500, 4h

1:00pm

Lunch at Thekkady Spice Garden Restaurant

Taste fresh Kerala spices and tasty local dishes in a cozy setting.
INR500, 1h

2:30pm

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary boat ride

Enjoy a 2-hour boat cruise on Periyar Lake, ideal for wildlife spotting and scenic views, open from 7am to 6pm.
INR150 per person, 2h

5:00pm

Visit Spice Plantations

Take a guided walk through plantations to learn about spices like cardamom, vanilla, and pepper, open till sunset.
INR100, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Ambadi Restaurant

Enjoy traditional Kerala cuisine and family-friendly meals with vegetarian options.
INR600, 1h
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Day 3: Thekkady to Vagamon

Thekkady to Vagamon, Kerala, India on May 9, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Have a filling breakfast before starting the cab ride to Vagamon.
Included in stay, 1h

9:00am

Travel from Thekkady to Vagamon by cab

Approximately 2.5 hours drive through scenic hills and valleys.
Approx. INR 1800, 3h

12:00pm

Lunch at Vagamon Meadows

Savour fresh local and continental cuisine amidst the beautiful meadows.
INR500, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Vagamon Pine Forest

Take a peaceful walk through this serene pine forest known for its natural beauty and tranquility.
Free, 1.5h

3:30pm

Explore Vagamon Kurisumala

Climb the hilltop pilgrimage site with panoramic views, open all day.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Evening tea and snacks at a local tea stall

Enjoy local tea and snacks while soaking in the cool hill station atmosphere.
INR100, 0.5h

7:30pm

Dinner at Hill Top Restaurant

Dine on a variety of local and continental dishes with a lovely view.
INR600, 1h
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Day 4: Return to Bangalore

Vagamon to Bangalore, India on May 10, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start early with breakfast before your departure to Bangalore.
Included in stay, 1h

8:00am

Travel from Vagamon to Kottayam railway station / bus stand by cab

Around 1.5 to 2 hours drive to reach either Kottayam railway station or bus stand for onward journey to Bangalore.
Approx. INR 1500, 2h

10:30am

Board bus or train to Bangalore

Choose a comfortable bus or train service to Bangalore; trains like Kanyakumari-Bangalore Express can be a good option with advance booking.
INR 600 to 1200 per person depending on class, 9-11h depending on transport
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