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4 Nights 5 Days Kerala Escape: Traditional Charm & Scenic Views in Munnar, Thekkady & Alleppey

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Day 1: Arrival and Munnar Exploration

Munnar, Kerala, India on August 15, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Rapsy Restaurant

Start the day with a traditional Kerala breakfast featuring appam and stew in one of Munnar's oldest eateries, open from 7:00am to 10:00am.
INR300, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Tea Gardens

Explore the lush tea plantations that Munnar is famous for, enjoy panoramic views and learn about tea processing at a local tea factory open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
INR150, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Saravana Bhavan

Savor traditional South Indian vegetarian dishes with rich spices and flavors in this popular restaurant, open from 11:30am to 3:00pm.
INR400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Mattupetty Dam

Enjoy scenic views of the dam and surrounding hills, perfect for photography and relaxation, open to visitors till 6:00pm.
INR100, 1h0m

3:00pm

Explore Echo Point

Experience the natural echo phenomenon and take in beautiful hill views, located close to Mattupetty Dam with open access from 7:00am to 7:00pm.
INR50, 0h45m

7:00pm

Dinner at Ristorante Lemon Tree

Enjoy traditional Kerala cuisine paired with fresh local ingredients in a cozy ambiance, open from 6:30pm to 10:00pm.
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 2: Munnar to Thekkady Journey

Munnar to Thekkady, Kerala, India on August 16, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Sarayi Restaurant

Fuel up with traditional Kerala breakfast options like puttu and kadala curry, open from 7:00am to 11:00am.
INR350, 1h0m

9:00am

Drive to Thekkady

Enjoy a scenic 3-hour drive eastward from Munnar to Thekkady through Western Ghats with iconic hill and spice plantation views.
INR0, 3h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Thekkady Café

Taste local Kerala dishes emphasizing spices grown nearby, in a casual setting open from 12:00pm to 4:00pm.
INR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Boat Ride

Enjoy a 2-hour guided boat ride on Periyar Lake spotting elephants, deer, and diverse birdlife. Open from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
INR2500, 2h0m

6:00pm

Traditional Kerala Martial Arts Show

Watch a captivating performance of Kalaripayattu, Kerala's ancient martial art, performed daily at 5:30pm at Kadathanadan Kalari Centre.
INR300, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at The Elephant Court

Dine on traditional Kerala flavors including seafood and vegetarian dishes in a heritage ambiance, open from 7:00pm to 10:00pm.
INR900, 1h30m
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Day 3: Thekkady Spice and Nature

Thekkady, Kerala, India on August 17, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Your Hotel

Enjoy a fresh traditional Kerala breakfast prepared with local ingredients, available from 7:00am to 9:00am.
Incl in hotel, 1h0m

9:00am

Spice Plantation Tour

Take a 2-hour guided tour of Thekkady’s famous spice gardens to see cardamom, pepper, cinnamon and more, open 8:00am to 5:00pm.
INR400, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Athidhi Restaurant

Enjoy authentic South Indian multi-course meals in a traditional setting, open from 12:00pm to 3:30pm.
INR450, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Bamboo and Cardamom Museum

Learn about the importance of bamboo and cardamom cultivation in the region through informative exhibits, open from 9:00am to 4:30pm.
INR150, 1h0m

4:00pm

Relax at Hotel

Unwind with a traditional Kerala Ayurvedic massage at your hotel spa to rejuvenate for the next day, appointments recommended.
INR1200, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Green Restaurant

Experience traditional Kerala vegetarian and non-vegetarian delicacies in a garden setting, open 7:00pm to 10:00pm.
INR850, 1h30m
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Day 4: Thekkady to Alleppey Backwaters

Thekkady to Alleppey, Kerala, India on August 18, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty traditional Kerala breakfast featuring idiyappam and curry before departing, available from 7:00am.
Incl in hotel, 1h0m

8:30am

Drive to Alleppey

Travel west for about 4 hours through lush landscapes, entering the famous backwater region of Kerala.
INR0, 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Thaff Kitchen

Enjoy traditional Kerala coastal cuisine specialties like fish curry and appam in a casual eatery open 12:30pm to 3:30pm.
INR600, 1h0m

2:30pm

Houseboat Check-In and Cruise

Board a traditional Kerala houseboat for an overnight backwater cruise to see villages, rice paddies, and local life. Cruising starts at 3:00pm.
INR8000 per couple, Overnight

7:30pm

Dinner on Houseboat

Relish freshly prepared Kerala cuisine on board with serene backwater views under the stars.
Included in houseboat, 1h0m
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