6-Day Cochin–Munnar–Thekkady–Vagamon

Overview

A 6-day hill-and-forest escape: Munnar’s tea slopes, wildlife at Thekkady, calm meadows of Vagamon, and gateway city Cochin.

Itinerary

DAY 1 - Arrive Cochin; transfer to Munnar; tea museum & gardens

Pick up from Cochin Airport/Ernakulam Railway Station and drive to Munnar. Check in and relax. Later, visit tea gardens and the Tea Museum. If time allows, visit Eravikulam National Park to see the Nilgiri Tahr. Overnight in Munnar.

DAY 2 - Munnar high points (Mattupetty, Kundala, Top Station)

Explore Mattupetty Dam, Kundala Lake and Top Station—the highest point in the Anamudi ranges. Spend remaining time at leisure amidst the hills. Overnight in Munnar.

DAY 3 - Munnar to Thekkady (≈4 hrs); Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Drive to Thekkady and check in. Visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (Tiger Reserve), renowned for its evergreen forests and biodiversity. Optional at extra cost: boating on Periyar Lake, spice plantation visit, elephant ride. Overnight in Thekkady.

DAY 4 - Thekkady to Vagamon; check in and unwind

After breakfast, drive to Vagamon. Check into the hotel and relax in this serene hill destination. Overnight in Vagamon.

DAY 5 - Vagamon meadows and hills

Explore Vagamon’s trio of hills—Thangal, Murugan and Kurisumala—reflecting a spirit of harmony. Optionally visit the Kurisumala dairy farm and the Kerala Livestock Board breeding centre. Overnight in Vagamon.

DAY 6 - Depart from Cochin

Transfer to Cochin Airport/Ernakulam Railway Station for your onward journey.

See Map

Route: Cochin → Munnar → Thekkady → Vagamon → Cochin.

Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady – Vagamon – Cochin