DAY 1: TRIVANDRM/CALICUT/WAYANAD
Arrive Calicut Airport/Railwaystation. Meet and assist and you will be received with a pla card. Have your lunch from the famous the Paragon restaurant in Calicut. Paragon Restaurant is famous for their Biriyani and other delicious Malabar cuisines. Later proceed to Wayanad Hill station (Around 100 kms, 03 hour drive).
Wayanad, the green paradise is nestled among the mountains of the Western Ghats, forming the border world of the greener part of Kerala. It is a beautiful hilly region in the Western Ghats that is located in the southern region of the Deccan plateau. Clean and pristine, enchanting and hypnotizing, this land is filled with history and culture. Located at a distance of 70 km. from the sea shores of Calicut, this verdant hill station is full of plantations, forests and wildlife.
Mountains and forests intersperse to create numerous outback trails, trekking routes and opportunities for other adventure sports. With vast areas still unexplored, Wayanad is truly an adventure scape waiting to be discovered!
On arrival check into an exclusive resort in Wayanad and relax.
Overnight in Wayanad
DAY 2: WAYANAD
Morning after breakfast, visit the Pookot Lake and Banasura Sagar Dam.
Pookot Lake is a perennial fresh water lake, nestled among wooded hills, is the only one of its kind in Kerala. Boating facilities, a children’s park, a handicrafts and spices emporium and a fresh water aquarium are among the tourist facilities available here.
Banasura Sagar Dam is reckoned as the largest earth dam in India. The dam is located in the south western part of Wayanad district and is close to the Karalad Lake. The project area of the Banasura Sagar Dam also has the start point for treks to the Banasura Peak. An interesting feature is a set of islands that were formed when the reservoir submerged the surrounding areas.
While you take in the captivating sights, sounds and fragrance of Wayanad, you may also shop for some specialities of Wayanad like spices, coffee, tea, bamboo products, honey and herbal plants.
Overnight in Wayanad.
DAY 3: WAYANAD
Morning after breakfast, visit the Muthanga wildlife sanctuary and Edakkal Caves.
Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 1973, the Sanctuary is contiguous to the protected area network of Nagarhole and Bandipur of Karnataka on the Northeast and Mudumalai of Tamil Nadu on the southeast Rich in Biodiversity, the sanctuary is an integral part of the Nilagiri Biosphere Reserve. The Management lays emphasis on scientific conservation with due consideration for the general lifestyle of the tribal’s and others who live in and around the forest region.
Edakkal Caves: The two Caves are located at a height of 1000meter on Ambukutty Mala near Ambalavayal. The New Stone Age pictorial writings on the walls are evidence of the prehistoric civilization that existed in these regions. Accessible only by a kilometer’s trek from Edakkal.
Overnight in Wayanad.
DAY 4: WAYANAD / COORG
Morning after breakfast, check out and drive to Coorg (Around 120 kms, 03 hour drive)..
Coorg or Kodagu as it is officially known now, is an astonishing land in the heart of the southern Indian peninsula. This unspoilt “country of million hills”, situated on the slopes of the Western Ghats, is India’s coffee bowl. The tiny district in the state of Karnataka is the biggest producer of coffee.
On arrival, check into the hotel and relax.
Afternoon visit the Abbey falls and the Tibetan monastery.
Abbey falls is one of the most amazing attractions in the Coorg. The picturesque view of the fall will surely take your breath away and also provide you with quite a few Kodak moments. The waterfall comes down from a height of 70 feet and provides a superb vista. You will also find a hanging bridge across the gorge from which an exceptional view of this waterfall is a sight to remember.
Overnight in Coorg
DAY 5: COORG / BEKAL
Morning after breakfast check out and drive to Bekal (Around 130 kms, 03 hour drive).
Bekal is a small town in the Kasaragod district on the West coast of the state of Kerala. The imposing fort at Bekal is one of the largest and best-preserved forts in Kerala. The beautiful expanse of the shallow beach near the Bekal fort, known as Bekal Fort Beach is very popular.
On arrival check into your resort in Bekal and relax. Rest of the day free for independent activities at the resort. Overnight in Bekal.
DAY 6: BEKAL
Morning after brekfast, visit the Bekal Fort and Beach.
Bekal Fort was built 300 years ago and is counted among the most popular forts of Kerala. The fort covers an area of 40 acres and is situated 130 ft above the sea level. The keyhole shape of the fort reveals that it was built for defensive requirement of the region.
Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Bekal.
DAY 7: BEKAL / THALASERRY (HOMESTAY)
Morning after breakfast, check out and drive to Thalaserry (Around 125 kms, 02 ½ hour drive). On arrival check into a very special home stay in Thalaserry called “Ayisha Manzil“ .
Ayisha Manzil is an eco-friendly bungalow converted into a home stay. It is located on a breathtakingly beautiful spot overlooking the Arabian Sea in Thalassary. The host’s Mrs.&Mr.Moosa makes your stay memorable with their warm hospitality and care. Here you will experience the taste of authentic Malabar cuisines.
Special Cooking Classes, become a Malabar Cuisine expert before you leave! At Ayisha Manzil, the guests can eat and try to prepare the real authentic tastes of Muslim Malabar Food.
Overnight in Thalaserry
DAY 8: THALASERRY (HOMESTAY)
Morning you can go for a walk with Mr.Moosa to the local market to buy some fresh seafood and groceries. This is an interesting experience as you walk along the crowded market with lot activities going on. You can also visit the Thalassery Fort, Muzhipilangad drive in Beach etc.
Overnight in Thalaserry
DAY 9: DEPART THALASERRY/CALICUT
Morning check out and you will be transferred to Thalaserry railway/Calicut to take your onward destination flight/train.
END OF THE TOUR
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