Munnar Day Return Tour | Explore Kerala's Beauty

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Port of Call: Kochi (Cochin) Port, Kerala
Excursion Type: Private Shore Excursion
Duration: Up to 12 Hours (Port-Time Aligned)
Tour Style: Premium • Flexible • Comfortable
Best For: Cruise travelers, luxury guests, couples & families

Make the most of your day in Kerala with our Private Munnar Shore Excursion from Kochi Port, specially designed for cruise passengers seeking a scenic and immersive experience beyond the city. This exclusive day tour takes you from the coastal plains of Kochi to the cool hills of Munnar, famous for its tea plantations, misty viewpoints, and tranquil mountain landscapes.

Planned with cruise ship schedules in mind, this shore excursion ensures a relaxed pace, personalized service, and a guaranteed on-time return to the port.

Morning – Pickup from Kochi Port
Meet your private chauffeur-guide directly outside the Kochi Cruise Terminal. After a warm welcome, begin your scenic drive towards Munnar, passing through lush countryside, spice-growing regions, waterfalls, and rolling hills.

Tea Gardens & Scenic Viewpoints
Arrive in the Munnar region and explore its iconic tea plantations. Enjoy photo stops at panoramic viewpoints overlooking mist-covered valleys and emerald-green hills.

Tata Tea Museum (Optional Visit)
Visit the Tata Tea Museum to learn about Munnar’s tea heritage and colonial-era history (entry fee payable directly).

Mattupetty Dam & Lake
Continue to Mattupetty Dam, surrounded by forests and calm waters. Optional boating may be available depending on time and conditions.

Echo Point
Stop at Echo Point, a popular natural attraction where sound echoes across the hills.

Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at a selected local or premium restaurant in Munnar town (lunch at own expense).

Kundala Lake
Visit Kundala Lake, known for its peaceful setting and cool mountain air—an ideal final stop in Munnar.

Return Journey to Kochi Port
Begin the return drive well in advance to ensure a safe and timely arrival back at Kochi Port, aligned with your cruise departure schedule.

This private Kochi Port shore excursion to Munnar is priced per vehicle and group size.
Payment is accepted in USD only.
 

• USD 330 upto 10 cruise guests
   

Prices include private transportation, cruise-coordinated scheduling, and personalized service.
Secure online payment details will be provided upon confirmation.

• Private air-conditioned vehicle suitable for long-distance travel
   
• Experienced English-speaking chauffeur
   
• Direct pickup & drop-off at Kochi Cruise Terminal
   
• Sightseeing as per itinerary
   
• Shore excursion planning based on ship timings
   

• Entry fees to attractions & museums
   
• Boating charges (if applicable)
   
• Lunch and refreshments
   
• Personal expenses
   

• Specialized shore excursion planning for cruise passengers
   
• Guaranteed on-time return to Kochi Port
   
• Private, non-rushed experience
   
• Comfortable vehicles for long drives
   
• Trusted local operator with Kerala expertise
   

• Tour timings are customized according to ship arrival and departure
   
• Recommended for guests with a minimum 20–24 hours port stay
   
• Alternative shorter hill or backwater excursions available if time is limited

Munnar & Madurai Tour from Kochi – 3 Days / 2 Nights | Kerala & Tamil Nadu Tour Package

Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights

Starting Point: Kochi (Cochin)

Destinations: Munnar (Kerala) – Madurai (Tamil Nadu)

Tour Type: Private Cultural & Hill Station Tour

Ideal For: Couples, families, pilgrims, culture lovers.

Tour Overview

Experience a perfect blend of nature and spirituality with our Munnar and Madurai Tour from Kochi (3 Days / 2 Nights). This enriching Kerala travel package combines the misty tea gardens of Munnar with the ancient temple city of Madurai, home to the world-famous Meenakshi Amman Temple.

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Day-wise Itinerary

Day 1: Kochi – Munnar (Approx. 130 km / 4 hrs)

Pickup from Kochi hotel, airport, or railway station and drive towards Munnar, Kerala’s most popular hill station.

En route sightseeing:

* Cheeyappara Waterfalls  

* Valara Waterfalls  

* Spice plantations  

Arrive in Munnar and visit:

* Tea plantations & viewpoints  

* Munnar town  

Check in to hotel.

Overnight stay in Munnar.

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Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing – Drive to Madurai (Approx. 160 km / 5 hrs)

After breakfast, proceed for a Munnar sightseeing tour covering:

* Mattupetty Dam & Lake  

* Echo Point  

* Kundala Lake  

* Tea Museum (optional)  

After sightseeing, drive to Madurai, one of the oldest living cities in India and a major Tamil Nadu pilgrimage destination.

Arrive in Madurai and check in to hotel.

Evening free or optional visit to local markets.

Overnight stay in Madurai.

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Day 3: Madurai Sightseeing – Drop

After breakfast, explore Madurai city tour including:

* Meenakshi Amman Temple  

* Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace  

* Gandhi Memorial Museum (optional)  

Later, drop at Madurai airport / railway station or proceed as per onward journey.

The Munnar & Madurai Tour from Kochi – 3 Days / 2 Nights is offered as a private tour package and includes accommodation in carefully selected 2★ or 3★ hotels. Pricing is based on the number of travelers in your private group.
All payments are accepted in USD only.
 

• USD 960 for 1–4 persons
  (Includes 2 nights’ stay in 2★ / 3★ hotels – shared occupancy)
   

The above prices include private air-conditioned transportation, an English-speaking driver, hotel accommodation with daily breakfast, and sightseeing as per the itinerary.
Secure online payment details will be shared upon booking confirmation.

Single room supplement and upgrade to higher-category hotels are available on request.
Final payment details and secure online payment instructions will be shared at the time of booking confirmation.

Prices may vary slightly depending on hotel category selection and seasonal availability.

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Tour Inclusions

* Private air-conditioned vehicle for entire tour  

* English-speaking driver  

* Hotel pickup from Kochi  

* All sightseeing as per itinerary  

* 2 nights’ accommodation (Munnar & Madurai – if booked as package)  

Tour Exclusions

* Lunch & dinner  

* Entry fees & camera charges  

* Temple special darshan tickets  

* Personal expenses  

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Tour Highlights

* Scenic Kochi to Munnar hill drive  

* Tea plantations & waterfalls of Munnar  

* Spiritual experience at Meenakshi Temple, Madurai  

* Ideal Kerala–Tamil Nadu short tour package  

* Private tours in Munnar with customizable itinerary

Experience the magic of Kerala’s high ranges with our exclusive Kerala travel packages, featuring the Kochi to Munnar Kolukkumalai Sunset and Sunrise Tour. This unique 3-day Munnar sightseeing tour from Kochi takes you to Kolukkumalai, home to the world’s highest tea plantation, renowned for its breathtaking sunset and sunrise views above the clouds.

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Day-wise Itinerary

Day 1: Kochi – Munnar (Approx. 130 km / 4–5 hrs)

Pickup from your Kochi hotel, airport, or railway station and drive to Munnar through the scenic Western Ghats.

En route sightseeing:

* Cheeyappara Waterfalls

* Valara Waterfalls

* Spice plantations

Arrive in Munnar and visit:

* Tea gardens & viewpoints

* Munnar town

Check in to your hotel.

Evening at leisure.

Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing – Kolukkumalai Sunset Jeep Safari

After breakfast, enjoy a local sightseeing tour in Munnar:

* Mattupetty Dam & Lake

* Echo Point

* Kundala Lake

* Tea Museum (optional)

In the afternoon, proceed to the Kolukkumalai Jeep Safari (4x4 vehicle mandatory due to rough terrain).

Kolukkumalai Highlights:

* Off-road jeep drive through high-altitude tea estates

* Spectacular Kolukkumalai sunset view point

* Visit to Kolukkumalai Tea Factory (subject to timing)

Return to Munnar by evening.

Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 3: Early Morning Kolukkumalai Sunrise – Return to Kochi

Early morning departure (around 4:00 AM) for the Kolukkumalai sunrise jeep safari.

Experience:

* Sunrise above the clouds

* Panoramic views of Tamil Nadu & Kerala hills

* Ideal for photography enthusiasts

Return to your hotel for breakfast and check out.

Drive back to Kochi.

Drop at hotel / airport / railway station.

Tour Price & Payment (USD)

The Kochi to Munnar Kolukkumalai Sunset & Sunrise Tour – 3 Days is offered as a private tour, with pricing based on the number of travelers.
All payments are accepted in USD only.
 

• USD 600 for upto 4 persons traveling together
   

The above prices include private air-conditioned transportation, an experienced English-speaking driver, Kolukkumalai 4x4 jeep safaris for both sunset and sunrise, and sightseeing as per the itinerary.
Final payment instructions and secure online payment options will be shared at the time of booking confirmation.

Accommodation and meals are not included unless booked as a complete package. Hotel accommodation in Munnar (2★ / 3★ / Deluxe) can be arranged on request at an additional cost.

Tour Inclusions:

* Private air-conditioned vehicle from Kochi to Munnar & return

* Experienced English-speaking driver

* Kolukkumalai 4x4 jeep safari (sunset & sunrise)

* All sightseeing as per itinerary

* Hotel pickup & drop

Tour Exclusions:

* Accommodation & meals (unless booked as package)

* Entry fees & camera charges

* Personal expenses

Tour Highlights:

* World’s highest tea plantation at Kolukkumalai

* Stunning sunset and sunrise experiences

* Scenic Kochi to Munnar hill drive

* Off-road jeep adventure

* Perfect photography opportunities during your Munnar sightseeing tour.