Kochi- Munnar

Munnar - Begin your journey at 8 AM with a pick-up from Kochi, arriving in Munnar by 12:30 PM.

Lockhart Tea Tourism - At Lockhart Tea Estate, immerse yourself in the essence of Munnar’s tea country. Here, the lush tea bushes, refreshing mountain air, and the timeless rhythms of a century-old factory illustrate how the landscape transforms into flavor. Established in the late 1800s, the estate highlights the science behind tea production—leaf withering, oxidation, and drying—meticulously managed by temperature and humidity, which experts recognize as crucial for developing aroma and taste. Touring the factory and sampling fresh brews, tea becomes more than a drink; it is a vibrant expression of altitude, climate, and human artistry.

Pothamedu - At sunset, Pothamedu View Point offers a sweeping, uninterrupted view over Munnar’s valleys, where tea gardens, cardamom hills, and distant ridges soften as daylight wanes. As the sun descends, varying wavelengths of light scatter through the mist and moisture in the air—a well-documented atmospheric phenomenon—transforming the landscape from gold to amber to blue in a gentle sequence.

Munnar- Kochi

Kolukkumalai Sunrise View Point - At Kolukkumalai, sunrise is a gradual unveiling, occurring high above the clouds at nearly 2,700 meters, where thin air, low temperatures, and early light shape both the landscape and the tea. As dawn breaks, the sun spills over layered ridgelines and sea-like valleys, illuminating some of the world’s highest tea plantations—fields noted for their slow-growing leaves and intense flavor due to altitude and cool microclimates. The rugged jeep trail, the crisp mountain wind, and the first golden light together create a raw, elemental moment that feels untouched, intimate, and deeply grounding.

Kundala Dam Lake - Nestled in Munnar’s high folds, Kundala Lake is a serene body of water formed by a mid-20th-century dam and fed by mountain streams that keep it cool, clear, and mirror-like throughout most of the year. Surrounded by shola forests and gentle tea slopes, the calm surface reflects clouds, trees, and light so perfectly that the landscape appears doubled, creating a rare sense of visual stillness at altitude—a phenomenon often observed in highland reservoirs with low wind shear. Time seems to slow here, inviting a leisurely pause where the silence, interrupted only by birds and water, becomes as much a part of the experience as the view itself.

Mattupetty Dam - Mattupetty Dam is where Munnar’s impressive highland engineering meets serene mountain beauty. This concrete gravity dam, constructed in the late 1940s, supports hydroelectric power and water regulation in the Periyar basin. The reservoir stretches out like a sheet of polished steel, bordered by rolling grasslands and shola forests that support birdlife and, occasionally, grazing elephants.

Kochi (Cochin) - A 4.5-hour drive away.

• Entrance fees
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Breakfast
• Hotel in Munnar on double occupancy

Embark on a captivating 2-day private tour from Kochi to the tea-scented highlands of Munnar. Explore the historic Lockhart Tea Estate, where the craft of tea making is showcased, and take in the breathtaking sunset views at Pothamedu. Rise early for a challenging climb to Kolukkumalai, one of the highest tea estates globally, to experience a magnificent sunrise over misty valleys and tea plantations. Unwind by the tranquil Kundala Lake and explore the impressive Mattupetty Dam, all while enjoying personalized attention and insights from knowledgeable local guides.

• Private car transport with hotel pick-up and drop-off included
• Discover tea production at the 19th-century Lockhart Tea Factory
• Witness a spectacular sunrise at Kolukkumalai, the highest tea estate
• Visit the scenic Kundala Lake and Mattupetty Dam for breathtaking views

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.