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Descend to the storied coast of Kannur, where Asia’s only drive-in beach invites you to feel the wind on your skin, and the age-old ritual theatre of Theyyam brings mythology blazing to life. Seven days of waterfalls, spice trails, hilltop panoramas and coastal drama \u2014 the Malabar Coast in all its wild, golden glory.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit volup laudan tium.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1899,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","destination":[],"activities":[],"trip_types":[],"difficulty":[],"trip_tag":[],"wptravelengine_custom_taxonomy_tourpackages":[67],"class_list":["post-449","trip","type-trip","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tourpackages-kerala-tours"],"packages_ids":"","trip_extras":[],"cut_off_time":{"enabled":false,"duration":0,"duration_unit":"days"},"booked-seats":[],"code":"WTE-391","price":"","has_sale":false,"sale_price":"","discount_percent":0,"currency":{"code":"USD","symbol":"$"},"duration":{"days":2,"nights":1,"duration_unit":"days","duration_type":"days"},"min_pax":1,"max_pax":"","discount_value":0,"discount_label":null,"primary_category":0,"available_times":{"type":"default","items":["2021-1-01","2021-2-01","2021-3-01","2021-4-01","2021-5-01","2021-6-01","2021-7-01","2021-8-01","2021-9-01","2021-10-01","2021-11-01","2021-12-01"]},"description":"\n
This is Kerala at its most untamed \u2014 where emerald hills, thundering falls and ritual dance paint a land far from the tourist trail. Stand at a viewpoint and watch a whole valley breathe; cool off beneath a waterfall in a world of ancient green; and witness Theyyam dancers summon gods down to the earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Arrive in verdant Calicut, the historic spice-trade capital of the Malabar Coast, and ease into the rhythm of the city at the Pazhassiraja Museum and the beautifully carved Mishkal Mosque. Stroll down the fragrant Sweet Meat Street, where Malabar biryani and homemade halwa tempt every sense, and close the day with a golden sunset at Calicut Beach. Stay overnight at Gokulam Grand Calicut.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"02","content":"\n
Set off for the emerald highlands of Wayanad, threading the misty Thusharagiri Waterfalls and the dramatic hairpin bends of Thamarassery Ghat Road. Marvel at the sweeping panorama from Lakkidi View Point, drift across the mirror-still Pookode Lake, and step back into heritage at Enn Ooru Model Tribal Village. Overnight at Abad Brookside Lakkidi.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"03","content":"\n
A full day of highland discovery \u2014 admire the mighty earthwork of Banasura Sagar Dam, trek to Edakkal Caves to gaze upon petroglyphs thousands of years old, and cool yourself beneath the thunderous Soochipara Waterfalls.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"04","content":"\n
Take a scenic drive through Wayanad to tranquil Mananthavady, where the lush Kuruva Island beckons with its gentle nature walks and bamboo bridges. Pay your respects at the Pazhassi Raja Tomb before settling into the plantation serenity of Parisons Plantation Experience.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"05","content":"\n
Continue to coastal Kannur, pausing at the serene Peralassery Sri Subrahmanya Temple. Feel the rare thrill of motoring along Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach, Asia's only drive-in beach, and watch the sky turn to molten gold at Payyambalam Beach. Overnight at Hotel Blue Nile.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"06","content":"\n
Wander the storied ramparts of St. Angelo Fort, discover the heritage of the Arakkal Museum, and climb the Kannur Lighthouse for sweeping coastal panoramas. At Parassinikadavu, witness the dramatic ritual artistry of Theyyam and meet the snakes of the Sree Muthappan Temple Snake Park.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"07","content":"\n
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