Palakkad Day Tour
Discover the “Rice Bowl of Kerala” in a full-day private tour that blends nature, history, and rural life. Visit paddy fields, traditional villages, iconic Palakkad Fort, and serene dams — an immersive day of culture and countryside charm.
Timing: 8 AM – 6 PM (10 hours)
Distance: ~100 km (round trip)
Pickup Location: Palakkad City / Railway Station
Itinerary
| Time | Activity / Places Covered |
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| 08:00 AM | Pickup from your location in Palakkad |
| 08:15 AM – 09:15 AM | Visit Palakkad Fort (Tipu’s Fort) & surrounding gardens |
| 09:15 AM – 11:00 AM | Village Experience – Walk through paddy fields, visit a traditional home, interact with locals, see farming activities (seasonal), and taste fresh toddy or tender coconut (optional) |
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Visit Kalpathy Heritage Village & Viswanatha Swamy Temple – Kerala’s first government-declared heritage village, known for its agraharam streets and unique temple architecture |
| 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM | Lunch at a traditional Kerala restaurant (sadya or local meals) |
| 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM | Visit Malampuzha Dam & Gardens – ropeway ride, fish-shaped aquarium, sculpture park |
| 02:00 PM – 03:00 PM | Explore Rock Garden (Malampuzha) for photography |
| 03:00 PM – 04:30 PM | Visit Silent Valley National Park Buffer Zone or Dhoni Hills Waterfalls (short trek possible if group is interested) |
| 04:30 PM – 05:30 PM | Explore a local spice market or handloom weaving centre |
| 05:30 PM – 06:00 PM | Return and drop-off at your location |
Inclusions
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AC Cab with professional driver (10 hours / 100 km)
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Driver allowance
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Parking charges at all locations
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Toll charges
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Complimentary bottled water
Exclusions
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Entry fees to Malampuzha Dam, Ropeway, Rock Garden, Silent Valley buffer zone
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Village experience charges (if organized through a farmstay or local guide)
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Lunch, snacks, and personal expenses
