About the route
Malayattoor is about 50 km from Kochi via Angamaly, around 1.5 hours. The St Thomas Church sits atop Malayattoor hill, reached by a climb that draws thousands of pilgrims, especially during the Malayattoor Perunnal season after Easter.
- St Thomas Church hilltop shrine
- Scenic Periyar riverside drive
- Popular during the post-Easter Perunnal
What's included
Fares include fuel, driver bata and AC. The driver waits at the base while you make the climb. Local round-trip packages cover the waiting time.
- Fuel, driver & AC included
- Waiting time at the hill base
- Round-trip local pricing
- No hidden charges
Best time & tips
The Perunnal season (the weeks after Easter) is the busiest and most atmospheric. The hill climb takes time, so allow a few hours. Wear comfortable footwear.
Frequently asked questions
A sedan is ₹1,500 all-inclusive and an Innova Crysta ₹2,200. The trip is 50 km. Fares cover fuel, driver bata and AC.
About 50 km via Angamaly, roughly 1.5 hours each way.
Yes, the driver waits at the base; waiting time is included in local round-trip bookings.
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