3-Day Cultural and Nature Escape from Chennai to Kerala

Day 1: Journey to Munnar

Munnar, Kerala on June 18, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Sangeetha Veg Restaurant, Chennai

Begin your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast featuring idli, dosa, and filter coffee before starting your journey to Munnar.
INR250, 1h

8:00am

Drive from Chennai to Munnar

Travel approximately 8 hours covering around 570 km via NH44 and NH85, passing through scenic landscapes that transition from Tamil Nadu plains to the higher elevations of Kerala.
Cost of fuel approx. INR3500, 8h

4:00pm

Check-in and Relax at a Tea Estate Hotel

Stay at an eco-friendly resort like Munnar Tea Country Resort to experience the peaceful surroundings of sprawling tea gardens.
INR4000 per night, 2h

6:00pm

Evening Walk at Tea Gardens

Take a leisurely stroll through the lush tea plantations to appreciate the cool climate and green vistas unique to Munnar.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Rapsy Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Kerala cuisine focusing on vegetarian and seafood dishes, such as Kerala fish curry and appam, a local pancake.
INR500, 1h
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Day 2: Explore Munnar and transfer to Thekkady

Munnar to Thekkady, Kerala on June 19, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start with a robust South Indian breakfast at your hotel to prepare for a day of sightseeing and travel.
Included in stay, 1h

8:30am

Visit Eravikulam National Park

Explore this famed national park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and stunning rolling hills, with access open from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.
INR230 per adult, 2h

11:00am

Visit Tea Museum

Learn about the history and process of tea production in Munnar by visiting the Tea Museum, open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
INR150, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Saravana Bhavan

Indulge in traditional south Indian vegetarian dishes such as dosas and thalis to rejuvenate after the morning exploration.
INR350, 1h

2:00pm

Drive from Munnar to Thekkady

A scenic 3-hour drive covering about 90 km through hill roads leading to the wildlife-rich area of Thekkady.
Cost of travel approx. INR1500, 3h

5:00pm

Check-in to a hotel near Periyar National Park

Stay at a comfortable resort like Greenwoods Resort to be close to the wildlife sanctuary.
INR3500 per night, 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at Spice Garden Restaurant

Taste Kerala's aromatic spices through dishes like pepper chicken and vegetable stew in a cosy atmosphere.
INR600, 1h
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Day 3: Thekkady Wildlife and Return

Thekkady to Chennai on June 20, 2025

6:30am

Early Morning Periyar Wildlife Boat Safari

Experience a 2-hour boat safari from 6:30 am to 8:30 am to spot elephants, deer, and birdlife in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
INR300 per adult, 2h

9:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with fresh fruits and traditional Kerala dishes before the long journey back.
Included in stay, 1h

10:00am

Drive back to Chennai

A long drive of approximately 9 hours (about 530 km) back to Chennai via NH85 and NH44, enjoying the changing landscape.
Fuel approx. INR3500, 9h

7:00pm

Late Dinner at Home or Local Favourite in Chennai

Once back in Chennai, relax with a light homemade Kerala-style dinner or local restaurant meal like Chettinad chicken if preferred.
INR250, 1h
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