Munnar weekend getaway, Himachal Pradesh

Explore the quaint town and a beautiful hill station located in the Western Ghats of Kerala.

DURATION

3 Days/2 Nights

Pickup point

Bangalore

ACCOMMODATION

Hostel

Minimum Age

18

Best time to visit

Winter, Monsoon and Spring

Inclusions

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DURATION

3 Days/2 Nights

Pick up/Drop

Bangalore

ACCOMMODATION

Hostel

Minimum Age

18

Best time to visit

Winter, Monsoon and Spring

Inclusions

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per person

Munnar weekend getaway, Himachal Pradesh

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OVERVIEW

Situated at an elevation of 6000 ft in the district of Idukki in the Western Ghats of Kerala, Munnar was used to serve as the summer resort of the British rulers during colonial times. Well known for its lush green forests, pristine lakes, rocky terrains and beautiful tea estates, Munnar is also home to some of the endangered exotic species of animals like Neelakurinji and Nilgiri Tahr. 
On this weekend trip to Munnar, explore Eravikulam National Park, home to a exotic species of local flora and fauna and taste an authentic cup of freshly prepared tea on your tour to the tea museum. Visit Pothamedu View Point, offering panoramic vistas of green valleys and mountains. The trip to Munnar will bring you close to nature in peace and rejuvenate your body, mind and soul.


Package options:

Package 1: Duration: 2 Days/1 Night
Inclusions:
-1 Night stay at goSTOPS Munnar
-Breakfast on day 2
-Excursion to Pothamedu view point, rose garden and TATA tea museum
-Volvo transfers from Bangalore to Bangalore

Package 2: Duration: 3 Days/2 Nights
Inclusions:
-2 Night stay at goSTOPS Munnar
-Breakfast on day 2 and day 3
-Excursion to Pothamedu view point, rose garden and TATA tea museum
-Volvo transfers from Bangalore to Bangalore

 

DETAILED ITINERARY

  • Start your Munnar weekend tour from Bangalore with the volvo transfer in the evening.
  • Overnight journey to Munnar.

  • Upon reaching Munnar, check into the hostel and freshen up.
  • After some time, get ready to explore this beautiful town.
  • Visit Pothamedu view point and get mesmerized by the panoramic view of the Kannan Devan Hills of the Munnar region and the surrounding tea and coffee plantations.
  • Spend some quality time here and later visit a famous tea museum in Munnar and enhance your knowledge about the tea plantation.
  • Don't forget to shop for freshly grown packets of tea and sip at your own comforts.
  • Also visit the rose garden in Munnar, home to more than 100 varieties of rose with many European varieties.Explore the beautiful surroundings and spend some time here.
  • Back to hostel by night and retire for the day.

  • Post breakfast, get ready to explore the beautiful town of Munnar.
  • You can either explore the city on your own or opt for one of the add on experiences.
  • Back to hostel by night and overnight stay in Munnar.

  • Wake up early and have a hearty breakfast while experiencing a beautiful sunrise.
  • Post breakfast, check out from the hostel and explore the city on your own or opt for one of the add on experiences.
  • After spending some leisurely time exploring Munnar, board an evening volvo to Bangalore.
  • Reach Bangalore by the next morning and end your Munnar weekend getaway with beautiful memories.

Add on experiences:-

  • Eravikulam National Park excursion- Home to a variety of local flora and fauna, the Eravikulam National Park is a UNESCO world Heritage site. This national park houses various endangered species, including lion tailed macaque, motors, tigers and leopards. It is also famously known as the home to Neelakurinji flowers which bloom every 12 years.
  • Mattupetty Dam-Eco point-top station excursion- On this tour we will be visiting the famous tourist attraction spots in and around Munnar. Eco point is a peaceful getaway to nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. It offers majestic views of green meadows and provides the tourist with a very beautiful panorama of the skies. Mattupetty Dam is located at an altitude of 1700 m above the sea level. It is a very popular picnic spot among locals as well as tourists. Featuring a beautiful lake in its center, the dam offers beautiful views of Anamudi Peak. We will also be covering Top station on this tour. Located at a height of 1700 m, it offers the most scenic and panoramic views of the Western Ghats. Away from the hustle and bustle of the City, the Top Station is famous for providing solitude in the lap of nature to adventure enthusiasts and peace seekers.

INCLUSION/EXCLUSION

The Munnar weekend getaway Package Includes:

  • Accommodation: stay goSTOPS Munnar (according to the chosen variant)
  • Transportation- Volvo transfers from Bangalore to Bangalore
  • Meals: Breakfast on day 2 and day 3

The Munnar weekend getaway Package Excludes:

  • Additional gst
  • Any meals throughout the trip other than breakfast
  • Pickup and drop facilities from bus stop to property and back
  • Personal expenses like entry charges, shopping, room heater charges, telephone, fax, internet, laundry, etc
  • Add on experiences
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusion

CANCELLATION POLICY

  • If cancellation are made 30 days before the date of travel then 25.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
  • If cancellation are made 15 days to 30 days before the date of travel then 50.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
  • If cancellation are made 0 days to 15 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
  • The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The best time to plan a weekend tour to Munnar is between September and March. This is the time when the area experiences pleasant winters and beautiful springs.
Yes, Munnar is extremely safe for adventure sports, as proper sports gear will be provided and there would be a briefing session with the instructor and then only you’re allowed to take part in the adventure activity.
2 days are enough to explore all sightseeing spots in and around Munnar.
Munnar is quite famous for its local Kerala cuisines. Some places to enjoy local cuisine in Munnar are:- Food stalls in the Bazaar, Mezbaan hotel, ThattuKada, Hill spice restaurant and Rapsy restaurant etc.
Krishna Shopping Mall, Main Bazaar, Tea factories, Coffee factories and Tata tea’s srishti welfare center are among the few places where one can shop in Munnar.
There are more than 30 tea plantations in and around Munnar. Kolukkumalai Tea Estate, Windermere Estate and Kannan Devan Hills are the best to explore among the numerous tea gardens.
Munnar is safe to go for a weekend tour. Though it’s advisable to always be cautious of your surroundings and avoid visiting isolated areas.
The famous places to explore in Munnar are Top station, Echo point, Tea museum, Eravikulam National Park and Mattupetty Dam.
Yes, ATMs of various private and government banks are widely available in Munnar.
No, Munnar does not receive snowfall. Though, the temperature in the winter season can dip to zero-degree celsius between the months of December and February.

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