From beaches to hills, rejuvenate yourself with a trip down south

Region: Chennai to Munnar

If your kids and you want to experience both a holiday by the beach and also up in the hills, then a road trip from Chennai to Munnar will turn out to be truly memorable. Chennai to Munnar is approx 600 kms and between 10-12 hours journey. The winding roads and pleasant weather will make your trip a fantastic one.

Once you reach Munnar, get on the tea tasting trail and be mesmerised by the many flavours that are produced and machine-packaged. Later on, take some time off to head to Punarjani Traditional Village and see daily performances of Kathakali usually at 5pm and Kalari at 6pm.


Tea lovers treat: The tea estates in Munnar are expansive and serene

It is advisable to arrive by 4pm if you wish to click some intriguing pictures of the Kathakali make-up session.

Pit Stop:

Take a stop at Tiruchirappalli, which lies at the heart of Tamil Nadu. The city was the capital of the Chola kingdom in the 3rd century BC. Do visit the famous Rock Fort Temple. try your hand at photography at the many temples courtyards. You can have a quiet moment here with your kids and teach them a lesson in history.