Day 1: Theni Foothills & Thekkady Arrival
Morning Theni District Suruli Falls & Grape Gardens Visit the major Suruli Falls (fed by Meghamalai) and stop briefly at the Cumbum Valley Grape Farms before starting the main journey.
Travel Theni to Thekkady Scenic Drive & Check-in Drive to Thekkady (Kumily). Check into your accommodation.
Afternoon Thekkady Spice Plantation Tour Take a guided walk through a local Spice Plantation to learn about cardamom, pepper, and vanilla cultivation.
Evening Thekkady Town Cultural Show Attend a captivating traditional Kathakali dance or a thrilling Kalaripayattu (martial arts) performance.
Day 2: Periyar Wildlife Immersion & Border Views
Early Morning Periyar Tiger Reserve Periyar Boat Safari Take the essential 2-hour boat ride on Periyar Lake to view wildlife (Elephants, Bison, Sambar Deer) at the water’s edge. (Book tickets online in advance!)
Lunch Kumily Kerala Cuisine Enjoy lunch in Kumily.
Afternoon Thekkady Chellarkovil Viewpoint Drive to the border village of Chellarkovil for panoramic views of the cascading falls (seasonal) and the vast Tamil Nadu plains.
Evening Thekkady Elephant Junction / Market Optional visit to the Elephant Junction for interaction, or browse the local Kumily market for spices and souvenirs.
Day 3: Final Views & Theni Return
Morning Thekkady Ramakkalmedu Viewpoint Drive to the scenic Ramakkalmedu viewpoint (approx. 1 hour from Thekkady) for impressive hilltop views before starting the return journey.
Lunch Theni Town Final Meal Drive back to Theni and have a final South Indian meal.
Afternoon Departure Drop-off Proceed to the Theni Bus Stand / Railway Station for your onward journey.