Cochin Munnar Thekkady Journey – Hills & Wildlife Tour

Tour Activities included
10+ experiences including waterfalls, tea plantation tours, Eravikulam National Park, boating at Mattupetty Dam, Periyar Lake wildlife safari, spice plantation visit, and cultural shows.
General Tour Description

The Cochin Munnar Thekkady Journey is a meticulously planned 5-day outing of Kerala’s scenic beauty and cultural diversity. Beginning in Cochin, the journey cuts through gushing waterfalls and verdant tea estates in Munnar before making its way to Thekkady with spice plantations and wildlife safaris to boot. This is an ideal itinerary for couples, families and nature enthusiasts looking for hill and wildlife thrills.

Tour itinerary

Arrive at Cochin Airport/Railway Station and transfer to Munnar. Drive through picturesque landscapes of waterfalls (Valara/ Cheeyappara), spice gardens and emerald hills. On reaching Munnar, check-in at your resort. Evening is at Leisure or explore the local Markets and taste a variety of Kerala snacks. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Post breakfast, proceed to explore the natural wonders in Munnar. Drive to Eravikulam National Park where you may sight the endangered Nilgiri Tahr along with experiencing the views of rolling hills (closed during February and March). Move to Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point and Kundala Lake for boating and selfi./pRead less Make a stop at the Tea Museum to understand Kerala’s history with tea. Evening free for shopping. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Devote a second day to the stunning environs of Munnar. Post-breakfast, hit Top Station to enjoy stunning valley views and blossom parks that are home to rare flowers. Walk amidst endless tea gardens and breathe in the cool mountain air. Afternoon free for optional spa treatments, or an easy hike. Overnight stay in Munnar resort.

After breakfast, proceed to Thekkady, the place of wildlife and spices. Check in to your hotel and relax for a bit after arrival. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on Periyar Lake to look for elephants, wild boar and exotic birds. In the afternoon, visit a spice plantation and see an evening Kathakali or Kalaripayattu cultural show. Overnight stay in Thekkady.

Post breakfast, check-out and drive back to Cochin. If time permits on your departure, visit the Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church and wander colonial street in Fort Kochi. Browse spices, souvenirs and crafts before your return drop-off to Cochin Airport or the railway station. Enrich with Cochin Munnar Thekkady Tour memories of Kerala’s highlands and its wildlife amenities.

Frequently Asked Questions – Cochin Munnar Thekkady Journey

Q1. What highlights can I expect in the Cochin Munnar Thekkady Journey?

This itinerary takes you through the best of Kerala hills and wildlife. Visitors thrill over the scenic waterfalls on their way to Munnar, trips to Eravikulam National Park, boating at Mattupetty Dam and seeing cascading tea plantations. Attractions in Thekkady include wildlife safari at Periyar Lake, visits to spice plantations and watching Kathakali or Kalaripayattu perform. It all comes together so naturally, cultural and leisure destinies respectively.

Q2. Is the Cochin Munnar Thekkady Journey suitable for families and kids?

Yes, this itinerary is family-friendly. It cuts down on transfer time and evens out sightseeing kids and elders will love it. Kids adore the wildlife boat ride at Periyar and the vast tea estates of Munnar. The resorts are comfortable too, while the rhythm of travel means families can appreciate Kerala without getting over-tired or rushed between sights.

Q3. What meals are included in this tour package?

Breakfast, served daily at all resorts, gives a jump start to everyone’s day. The other meals: lunch, dinner are left open to be flexible so that you get to experience Kerala’s diverse food at its restaurants. Exquisite dining experiences including plantation dinners and authentic Kerala meals can also be arranged on request providing a truly cultural flavor.

Q4. Can I customize the Cochin Munnar Thekkady Journey?

Absolutely. Travelers can also extend the tour with add-ons in places such as Alleppey (staying on a houseboat) or Kovalam (beach extension). You can also involve activities such as trekking in Munnar, bamboo rafting in Thekkady or a session of Ayurvedic spa with the main route. Customization means the itinerary can be tailored for honeymooners, families or adventure travelers.

Q5. When is the best time to book the Cochin Munnar Thekkady Journey?

The best time to plan out this trip is between October and March when the weather is pleasant for sightseeing. But in the wet months of the monsoon, June to September, it is covered in green waterfalls and gets its share of nature lovers. Advance reservations are highly recommended in December and the summer holiday season when there many tourists put pressure on availability.

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Package inclusions

Stay in 4* deluxe resorts at Munnar and Thekkady with all modern facilities and everyday breakfast.

Air-conditioned private chauffeur driven car for pick up, drop off and sight seeing in Cochin, Munnar and Thekkady.

Boat Ride on Periyar Lake at Thekkady with a possibility of seeing elephants, deer and exotic bird life in their natural environment.

A guided spice plantation tour in Thekkady to get acquainted with cardamom, pepper and other fragrant crops of Kerala.

Welcome drink upon arrival in selected hotels and packaged drinking water while on intercity transits.

Driver bhatta, state taxes, road tolls, parking charges, fuel charge all inclusive.

Package Exclusions

The package does not include the cost of optional tours, airfare, train ticket or bus fare from and to Cochin.

All other meals, snacks and drinks outside of the ones specified in ‘inclusions’.

Entrance fee to Eravikulam National Park, Tea Museum and cultural shows except for listed.

Any other adventure activities (bamboo rafts, jeep safaris or trekking etc) are not part of the package.

Your own spending such as shopping, laundry, use of the minibar in your room, any phone calls you make or anything else that is not specified as included.

Travelers are to provide and pay themselves for their medical care, emergency medical assistance and travel insurance.

Not valid for seasonal surcharge or mandatory gala/banquet dinner charge during festive in Malaysia, Christmas and New Year.

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