Megamalai Tour Package from Bangalore (2 Days)
2-day Megamalai tour from Bangalore: Madurai and Megamalai. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹4,730 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
17° – 24°C
October in Megamalai
Description
2-day Megamalai tour from Bangalore: Madurai and Megamalai. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹4,730 per person.
This 2 days 1 night itinerary covers 5 handpicked stops, including Megamalai tea estates, Highwavys lake and dam, Maharaja Mettu viewpoint and more. September–May is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 1-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Megamalai. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Megamalai
Best time: March, July, February, AprilAverage temperature range: 13°C – 27°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Bangalore to Megamalai
Reach Madurai by train from Bangalore, where our driver meets you. Drive from Madurai to Megamalai (about 120 km, 2 hrs 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Megamalai. The ghat road climbs from Chinnamanur through forest where elephants and gaur are sometimes seen, so drive up in daylight. Check in and drive across the tea estates to the Highwavys lake and dam, then on to the Maharaja Mettu viewpoint for sunset. There are few shops up here, so carry snacks and water. Overnight stay in Megamalai.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Bangalore to Madurai
420 km · ~9h 4m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bangalore
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
120 km · 2h 24m drive from previous stop
Arrive in MaduraiMadurai, Tamil Nadu
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Bangalore to Madurai
420 km · ~9h 20m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bangalore
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bangalore. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bangalore → Madurai
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~420 km
~9h 20m|Tentative fare ₹460–₹1,230
- Arrive in Madurai
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bangalore to Madurai
Nearest railway stations: Bangalore City Jn for Bangalore, Madurai Jn for Madurai.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Madurai to Megamalai
120 km · ~2h 24m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Madurai
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
120 km · 2h 24m drive from previous stop
Arrive in MegamalaiMegamalai, Tamil Nadu
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Madurai to Megamalai
120 km · ~2h 40m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Madurai
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Madurai. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Madurai → Megamalai
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~120 km
~2h 40m|Tentative fare ₹130–₹390
- Arrive in Megamalai
Megamalai, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Madurai to Megamalai
Nearest railway stations: Madurai Jn for Madurai, Rajapalayam (about 32 km away) for Megamalai.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Megamalai tea estates
Rolling tea gardens with mist drifting over them most mornings.
- 2
Highwavys lake and dam
A calm reservoir ringed by tea and forest.
- 3
Maharaja Mettu viewpoint
The highest viewpoint of the range, with a view over the valleys to Kerala.
Suruli Falls and back to Bangalore
Take an early walk through the estates while the mist is still on the hills. On the way down, stop at Suruli Falls near Cumbum, a two-tier waterfall with a cave temple nearby, and drive past the vineyards of the Cumbum valley. Drive from Megamalai to Madurai (about 117 km, 2 hrs 15 min). Board the train from Madurai back to Bangalore (about 422 km), and the tour ends.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Megamalai to Madurai
117 km · ~2h 20m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Megamalai
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
117 km · 2h 20m drive from previous stop
Arrive in MaduraiMadurai, Tamil Nadu
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Megamalai to Madurai
117 km · ~2h 36m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Megamalai
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Megamalai. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Megamalai → Madurai
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~117 km
~2h 36m|Tentative fare ₹130–₹380
- Arrive in Madurai
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Megamalai to Madurai
Nearest railway stations: Rajapalayam (about 32 km away) for Megamalai, Madurai Jn for Madurai.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Madurai to Bangalore
422 km · ~9h 6m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Madurai
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
122 km · 2h 26m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BangaloreBangalore, Andhra Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Madurai to Bangalore
422 km · ~9h 23m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Madurai
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Madurai. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Madurai → Bangalore
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~422 km
~9h 23m|Tentative fare ₹460–₹1,230
- Arrive in Bangalore
Bangalore, Andhra Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Madurai to Bangalore
Nearest railway stations: Madurai Jn for Madurai, Bangalore City Jn for Bangalore.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Suruli Falls
A waterfall with bathing pools and small temples near Cumbum.
- 2
Cumbum valley vineyards
Grape gardens that line the road at the foot of the hills.
Tour Overview
Megamalai, the "High Wavy Mountains" of the Theni district, is a quiet range of tea estates, lakes and forest at about 1,500 m, reached by a ghat road of 18 hairpin bends from Chinnamanur.
This 2-day, 1-night package starts and ends in Bangalore. The route runs Bangalore → Madurai → Megamalai → Madurai → Bangalore, about 1,079 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Megamalai Tour from Bangalore
- Megamalai tea estates
- Highwavys lake and dam
- Maharaja Mettu viewpoint
- Suruli Falls
- Cumbum valley vineyards
Inclusions in the Megamalai Tour Package
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bangalore for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Megamalai Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
Online booking: pay ₹1,000 per person at the time of booking to confirm your tour (no advance for children under 6). This amount is adjusted against the 20 percent advance below.
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Megamalai Tour
Best time to visit: September–May
Route: Bangalore → Madurai → Megamalai → Madurai → Bangalore (about 1,079 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Madurai and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Megamalai, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Bangalore. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹18,740 | ₹7,990 | ₹7,050 |
| 33 Persons | ₹15,370 | ₹7,160 | ₹6,150 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹13,600 | ₹6,560 | ₹5,550 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹12,540 | ₹6,220 | ₹5,200 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹10,760 | ₹5,780 | ₹4,730 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
By cab from Bangalore the drive is about 473 km each way, so the cab option adds about 1 travel day each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Madurai and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Megamalai tea estates
- Highwavys lake and dam
- Maharaja Mettu viewpoint
- Suruli Falls
- Cumbum valley vineyards
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
September–May is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bangalore for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Light jacket or sweater
- Umbrella or raincoat
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: September–May
Route: Bangalore → Madurai → Megamalai → Madurai → Bangalore (about 1,079 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Madurai and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Megamalai, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
2 days and 1 night. It starts from Bangalore on day 1 and you are back in Bangalore on day 2. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Bangalore → Madurai → Megamalai → Madurai → Bangalore. That is about 1,079 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹7,050 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹4,730 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Bangalore and back. By cab from Bangalore the drive is about 473 km each way, so the cab option adds about 1 travel day each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Madurai and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
September–May.