Best of Munnar from Cochin – 3 Days
Experience the charm of Kerala with the Best of Munnar from Cochin – 3 Days tour, a refreshing escape to one of South India’s most scenic hill stations. Travel from Cochin to Munnar through beautiful valleys, waterfalls, and spice plantations of the Western Ghats. Explore lush tea gardens, the Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and breathtaking viewpoints surrounded by rolling hills. Visit Eravikulam National Park, famous for its rare Nilgiri tahr and stunning mountain landscapes. This short getaway is perfect for nature lovers, honeymooners, and travelers seeking peace, beauty, and fresh mountain air.
Day 1: Cochin – Munnar (130 km / 4–5 hrs drive)
Your journey begins with a warm pick-up from your hotel or Cochin Airport, followed by a scenic drive to Munnar, covering approximately 130 kilometers in around 4 to 5 hours. The route winds through the lush Western Ghats, passing waterfalls, spice plantations, and picturesque valleys. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and relax in the refreshing hill station climate. In the afternoon, visit a local tea estate to understand the process of tea cultivation and plucking. Continue to the Tea Museum, where you will learn about the history and evolution of tea production in South India. Enjoy a tea tasting session featuring freshly brewed varieties. Spend the evening at leisure enjoying the serene atmosphere. Overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing
After breakfast at the hotel, begin the city tour of Munnar exploring its natural and cultural highlights. Start with a visit to Pothamedu Viewpoint offering breathtaking views of tea, coffee, and spice plantations spread across rolling hills. Proceed to Mattupetty Dam and Reservoir, where you can enjoy optional boating amidst scenic surroundings. Continue to Eravikulam National Park at Rajamala, home to the endangered Nilgiri tahr and known for its high-altitude grasslands and panoramic landscapes. Later, visit the Mattupetty Dairy Farm, part of the Indo-Swiss Livestock Project, showcasing advanced dairy farming practices. Conclude your day at Echo Point, famous for its natural echo phenomenon and scenic beauty. Return to the hotel in the evening. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Munnar – Cochin (130 km / 4–5 hrs drive)
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy some leisure time to relax or take a short walk through the tea plantations, soaking in the fresh mountain air. Later, check out and drive back to Kochi, covering approximately 130 kilometers in around 4 to 5 hours. En route, you may stop at viewpoints or local markets for quick refreshments and photography. Upon arrival in Cochin, you will be transferred to your hotel or airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your memorable Munnar experience.
- Assistance on arrival and departure
- 2 nights accommodation in selected category hotel
- Daily breakfast at hotel
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
- English-speaking local guide as per itinerary
- Monument entrance fees as per program
- Tea estate visit and Tea Museum experience
- Bottled drinking water during travel
- All applicable government taxes
Hotels used or similar for 2 nights accommodation
Munnar x 2 Nights
3* - Fort Munnar/ Abad Copper Castle
4* - Nature Zone Jungle Resort/ Fragrant Nature
5* - Chandys Windy Woods/ Tea County
- Any domestic or international flight tickets
- Camera fees at monuments
- Meals not mentioned in inclusions
- Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, beverages
- Optional activities (boating, cultural shows, etc.)
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
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