Megamalai Tour Package from Salem (2 Days)
2-day Megamalai tour from Salem: Megamalai. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹4,110 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
17° – 24°C
October in Megamalai

Description
2-day Megamalai tour from Salem: Megamalai. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹4,110 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. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. 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
Salem to Megamalai
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Salem in the morning. Drive from Salem to Megamalai (about 288 km, 5 hrs 45 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: Salem to Megamalai
288 km · ~6h 6m · About 6h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Salem
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near PallappattiAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
138 km · 2h 46m 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: Salem to Megamalai
288 km · ~6h 24m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Salem
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Salem. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Salem → Megamalai
AC Seater / Volvo · ~288 km
~6h 24m|Tentative fare ₹320–₹860
Usual tea / meal halts: Oddanchathiram (~170 km)
- 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: Salem to Megamalai
Nearest railway stations: Salem Jn for Salem, Rajapalayam (about 32 km away) for Megamalai.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 8h 7m in total
Change trains at Madurai Jn — about 1h 20m wait
1 change · 8h 17m in total
Change trains at Dindigul Jn — about 1h 20m wait
1 change · 9h 24m in total
Change trains at Madurai Jn — about 2h 25m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
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 Salem
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 Salem (about 287 km, 5 hrs 45 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Salem. The tour ends here.
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 Salem
287 km · ~6h 4m · About 6h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Megamalai
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near PallappattiAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
137 km · 2h 44m drive from previous stop
Arrive in SalemSalem, 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 Salem
287 km · ~6h 23m · 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 → Salem
AC Seater / Volvo · ~287 km
~6h 23m|Tentative fare ₹320–₹850
Usual tea / meal halts: Aravakkurichchi (~170 km)
- Arrive in Salem
Salem, 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 Salem
Nearest railway stations: Rajapalayam (about 32 km away) for Megamalai, Salem Jn for Salem.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 8h 43m in total
Change trains at Virudunagar Jn — about 1h 20m wait
1 change · 8h 50m in total
Change trains at Virudunagar Jn — about 1h 32m wait
1 change · 11h 55m in total
Change trains at Virudunagar Jn — about 4h 20m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
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 Salem. The route runs Salem → Megamalai → Salem, about 575 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 Salem
- 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 Salem 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: Salem → Megamalai → Salem (about 575 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 Salem. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹9,180 | ₹6,620 | ₹6,420 |
| 33 Persons | ₹7,080 | ₹5,790 | ₹5,530 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹6,400 | ₹5,190 | ₹4,930 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹5,840 | ₹4,850 | ₹4,580 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹4,800 | ₹4,410 | ₹4,110 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
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.
How to Reach
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 Salem 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: Salem → Megamalai → Salem (about 575 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 Salem on day 1 and you are back in Salem on day 2. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Salem → Megamalai → Salem. That is about 575 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹6,420 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹4,110 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 Salem and back. 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.
