9 days in Munnar, Thekkady & New Era Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Tue): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Rajamalai (Eravikulam) National Park. On your second day here, admire the engineering at Anayirankal Dam Reservoir, admire the sheer force of Chinnakanel Water Falls, then take in nature's colorful creations at Tea Gardens, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at C.S.I Christ Church.

To see reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Munnar trip planning tool.

Kozhikode to Munnar is an approximately 5.5-hour combination of flight and taxi. You can also do a combination of train and taxi; or drive. In May, daytime highs in Munnar are 39°C, while nighttime lows are 29°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) so you can go by car to Thekkady.

On the 17th (Fri), look for gifts at Green Land Spice Garden, then get great views at Chellarcovil View Point, then explore the activities along Periyar Lake, and finally stroll through Periyar Tiger Reserve.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, go to the Thekkady trip planner.

Drive from Munnar to Thekkady in 3 hours. On the 18th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to New Era.

On the 19th (Sun), experience rural life at Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, use the New Era online attractions planner.

Explore your travel options from Thekkady to New Era with the Route module. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time is minus 10.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can travel back home.