Do you have an extended weekend or few days of leave and want to spend a relaxing time with your family and friends in one of the most charming hill stations of South India. If your response is yes, then a visit to Munnar will fulfil your needs.
End your trip with a visit to Munnar, a small town amidst the tea gardens. Munnar was established by the British rulers as a summer retreat. People go to Munnar to see miles and miles of lush green tea plantations. The carpet-like hill slopes will fill your mind with immense joy. Apart from this, Eravikulam national park is another attraction, where tourists can see the endangered species of Nilgiri Tahr. You will also see a few magnificent lakes and waterfalls around Munnar.
Most of the people speaks Malayalam and Tamil. Tea Plantation is the biggest industry here. The place is surrounded by approximately 30 tea estates. As a result, a major percentage of the local population is employed in the Tea Industry.
Overview
Major Attractions
Relax in the cool and calm surroundings
Visit the tea gardens and see tea factories
- Hiking around the mountain slopes and enjoying the nature
Picnic beside Kundala Dam
Places to Visit
Route Map
Distance Between Places
| From - To | Distance (KM) |
|---|---|
|
Munnar – Bangalore |
470 |
|
Chennai – Munnar |
587 |
|
Munnar – Kodaikanal |
162 |
|
Munnar – Madurai |
152 |
|
Munnar – Thiruvananthapuram |
280 |
Itinerary
From a short visit to a lengthy leisure one – plan your travel in a way that suits you best. Therefore, explore various itinerary options provided below to chose the best one for you !
These are some of the most popular itineraries suggested by IndiaTravelPage. Firstly, check our recommended itinerary to explore how you plan the trip. In addition, you may check the other itinerary options to finalize a custom travel plan
Munnar
Firstly, if you are going for a day trip only, you will not have enough time to complete sight seeing of all the tourist spots. However, try to cover the most important ones including Top Station, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala, Rajamala (Eravikulam National Park), Attukad waterfalls and Pothamedu View Point
Day 1:
Since you have two days to visit all the tourist spots, divide them in two groups and cover one group on each day. On day one go out for the sight seeing tour including Top Station, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala, Rajamala (Eravikulam National Park), Attukad waterfalls and Pothamedu View Point
Day 2:
Visit rest of the attractions including – Luckkom Waterfalls, Nymakkad View Point, Vaguvarai View Point, Coffee and Tea Plantations, Sandal Wood Forest and Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 1:
Since you have a three day plan, plan to visit the tourist spots in two groups. On day one, visit Top Station, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala, Rajamala (Eravikulam National Park), Attukad waterfalls and Pothamedu View Point
Day 2:
On day two, visit rest of the tourist spots including Luckkom Waterfalls, Nymakkad View Point, Vaguvarai View Point, Coffee and Tea plantations, Sandal wood forest and Chinnar wildlife sanctuary
Day 3:
The entire day is free for you to relax and enjoy the eternal beauty of the place.
Transportation
This trip can be best covered in a car to make your journey most comfortable and time efficient. Moreover, if you are a group of four or more people, certainly consider to hire a SUV type car.
Car Agency – Bangalore and Chennai
Surya Tours And Travels
No.118/59, S R Naidu Layout, Hongasandra, Bangalore – 560068, Near Golden Park Apartment
Ph: +(91)-80-33081380
National Travels
Av Road, Tippu Sultan Palace Road, Kalasipalyam, Bangalore – 560002, Opposite State Bank Of India
Ph: +(91)-80-26705949, 26709904, 26709905, 26708760
Mob: +(91)-9341822942
Web: www.nationaltravels.in
SRS Travels
No. 122, Dr Rajkumar Road, Rajajinagar 1st Block, Bangalore – 560010, Op Raj Bhavan
Ph: +(91)-80-23324945, 23324286, 40946093
Mob: +(91)-9900087294
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SRS Travels
No 105, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Koyambedu, Chennai – 600107, Near Krishna Sweets & KFC Restaurant
Ph: +(91)-44-42664894, 23455170, 23455195
Mob: +(91)-8754542283, 9600690326, 9840937910, 9840074844, 9840937928
Bala Tourist Service
88 A Bala House 1st Floor, Mgr Salai, Nungambakkam, Chennai – 600034, Near by Valluvar Kottam Signal
Ph: +(91)-44-28224444, 42135555, 39121212, 28224545, 28224848, 28224343
Mob: +(91)-44-28223737, +(91)-44-28250550
Web: www.bala.co.in
Sri Venkateswara Tours & Travels
No 10, Silapathikaram Street, Chitlapakkam, Chennai – 600064, Near Sai Baba Temple
Ph: +(91)-44-22235842
Mob: +(91)-9941077665, 9841095842, 9444505842, 9840565842, 9841557765
Web: www.svtttravelaccess.com
Pathymeena Travels
No 8/38, VIjay Nagar First Main Road, Medavakkam, Chennai – 600100, Near IOB colony
Ph: +(91)-44-33152916
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Popular Tour Plans - Kerala
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