Munnar weekend getaway
Munnar
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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
Highlights
Hike to Pothamedu View Point
Visit the famous rose garden in Munnar
Sip a cup of authentic tea brought from tea museum
Who should attend?
Looking for a perfect weekend getaway
Nature lovers
Bus
Stay Not Applicable
Meals Not Applicable
- Start your Munnar weekend tour from Bangalore with the volvo transfer in the evening.
- Overnight journey to Munnar.
Private Vehicle
Hostel
Meals Not Included
- 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.
Private Vehicle
Hostel
Breakfast
- 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.
Bus
Stay Not Applicable
Breakfast
- 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.
Hosted by
goSTOPS
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goSTOPS India’s fastest-growing backpacker hostel brand, goSTOPS predominantly aims to provide quality travel experiences and make living spaces accessible to the youth - millennials and Gen Z. Founded in 2014 by a Delhi-based couple - Pallavi Agarwal and Pankaj Parwanda, the brand not only provides accommodation, but it enhances the experience of its guests. Whether it is the quality of stay, facilities, amenities, or the things we, as humans, crave for like safety, human interaction, and a sense of belonging- goSTOPS takes care of all of it. So far, there are 25 active hostels, housing around 2,000 beds all over the country. The target is 55 hostels with 3,000 beds by March, 2022. The company has a geographical footprint in all the major tourist spots in the country like Agra, Alleppey, Amritsar, Bir, Dalhousie, Delhi, Goa, Jaipur, Kasar Devi, Kochi, Leh, Manali, McLeod Ganj, Mukteshwar, Mumbai, Munnar, Mussoorie, Naggar, Nainital, Palampur, Pushkar, Rishikesh, Udaipur, and Varanasi. So far, goSTOPS has hosted more than 4,00,000 travelers across its 25 properties. The target audience is usually between the ages of 18 and 30, comprising a cross-section of solo travelers, group travelers, backpackers, digital nomads, and individuals seeking interesting stay and workation options. It is a full-stack operator brand that leases and transforms budget hotels and operates them as backpacker hostels. goEXPERIENCES goEXPERIENCES is the ‘experience division’ of goSTOPS, launched to inspire travelers to enhance their travel experiences. The founders believe that trips can be taken to the next level if they are planned and managed by experts on the ground. goSTOPS offers customized trekking and sports activities like cycling tours, snowboarding, rappelling, boulder climbing, etc. in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Apart from this, travelers are introduced to new and offbeat destinations in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, and other cities.
Inclusions
- Accommodation- stay goSTOPS Munnar (according to the chosen variant)
- Meal- Breakfast on day 2 and day 3
- Excursion to Pothamedu view point, rose garden and TATA tea museum
- Transportation- Volvo transfers from Bangalore to Bangalore
Exclusions
- Additional gst
- Any meals throughout the trip other than breakfast
- Personal expenses like entry charges, shopping, room heater charges, telephone, fax, internet, laundry, etc
- Add on experiences
- Anything not mentioned in inclusion
HOW TO REACH
By Air:- The nearest airport to Majestic bus stand is Bangalore airport, located at a distance of 34 km. It takes around 1 hour to reach there from the airport.
By Rail:- The nearest railway station to Majestic bus stand is Bangalore city railway station, located at a distance of 1.1 km. It takes around 5 hour to reach there from the railway station.
Policy and Terms
- 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.
Frequest Questions
Q: Is Munnar safe for adventure sports?
A: 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.
Q: How many days are enough to explore Munnar?
A: 2 days are enough to explore all sightseeing spots in and around Munnar.
Q: What is the best time to visit Munnar?
A: 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.
Q: Which are the best places to experience local cuisine in Munnar?
A: 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.
Q: What are the best places for shopping in Munnar?
A: 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.
Q: Which are the best tea estates for tea garden strolling in Munnar?
A: 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.
Q: Is it safe to visit Munnar?
A: 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.
Q: What are the famous tourist attractions in Munnar?
A: The famous places to explore in Munnar are Top station, Echo point, Tea museum, Eravikulam National Park and Mattupetty Dam.
Q: Are ATMs easily available in Munnar?
A: Yes, ATMs of various private and government banks are widely available in Munnar.
Q: Does it snow in Munnar?
A: 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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