3N/4D
Ooty & Kodaikanal: Queen & Princess of Hill Stations
2N Ooty + 1N Kodaikanal
Package Inclusions
Meals
Hotels
Transfers
Overview
Experience the finest mountain retreats of Tamil Nadu on this 4-day twin-hills holiday with SkyGlobals. Climb into the blue-tinged heights of the Nilgiris to take in panoramic views from Doddabetta Peak, wander through terraced blooms at the Government Botanical and Rose Gardens, and enjoy peaceful boating on Ooty Lake. Descend through tea-carpeted slopes and cross into the Palani Hills to the misty paradise of Kodaikanal. Stroll along cliffside paths at Coaker's Walk, gaze down past vertical granite cliffs at Pillar Rocks, and relax beside the tranquil star-shaped waters of Kodaikanal Lake. Complete with dedicated private mountain transport, verified resort stays, and daily breakfast and dinner, this package delivers the definitive South Indian mountain escape.
Tour Itinerary
1
Arrive at Coimbatore Airport (CJB) or Coimbatore Junction (CBE) by morning. Meet your dedicated chauffeur and begin the drive up the Western Ghats along NH-181.
The Nilgiri Mountain Ascent: Wind through Mettupalayam and climb the Kallar Ghat road past tea estates, waterfalls, and mist-draped eucalyptus forests. Stop en route in Coonoor to take in panoramic views of the Catherine Falls gorge from Dolphin's Nose and stroll through Sim's Park, a Japanese-style botanical garden featuring rare tree species.
Arrival in Ooty (7,350 ft): Reach Ooty by early afternoon. Check into your hotel or heritage colonial bungalow, unpack, and freshen up.
Ooty Lake & Evening Promenade: Head to the 65-acre Ooty Lake (Boathouse) for a pedal or motorboat ride surrounded by eucalyptus trees. Stroll through the local markets to pick up freshly made homemade chocolates, eucalyptus essential oils, and aromatic Nilgiri orthodox tea. Dinner and overnight stay in Ooty.
The Nilgiri Mountain Ascent: Wind through Mettupalayam and climb the Kallar Ghat road past tea estates, waterfalls, and mist-draped eucalyptus forests. Stop en route in Coonoor to take in panoramic views of the Catherine Falls gorge from Dolphin's Nose and stroll through Sim's Park, a Japanese-style botanical garden featuring rare tree species.
Arrival in Ooty (7,350 ft): Reach Ooty by early afternoon. Check into your hotel or heritage colonial bungalow, unpack, and freshen up.
Ooty Lake & Evening Promenade: Head to the 65-acre Ooty Lake (Boathouse) for a pedal or motorboat ride surrounded by eucalyptus trees. Stroll through the local markets to pick up freshly made homemade chocolates, eucalyptus essential oils, and aromatic Nilgiri orthodox tea. Dinner and overnight stay in Ooty.
2
08:30 AM – 11:00 AM (Doddabetta Peak): Drive up to Doddabetta Peak (8,652 ft), the highest point in the Nilgiri Mountains. Visit the Telescope House for 360-degree views across the Shola grasslands, Bandipur plains, and Coimbatore plateau.
11:30 AM – 01:30 PM (Botanical & Rose Gardens): Explore the 55-acre terraced Government Botanical Garden, established in 1848, home to over 1,000 species of flora and a 20-million-year-old fossilized tree trunk. Continue to the Government Rose Garden on Elk Hill, featuring over 20,000 varieties of roses spread across five curved terraces.
02:30 PM – 05:30 PM (Colonial Heritage & Pine Forests): Visit St. Stephen's Church (built in 1829 using massive timber beams sourced from Tipu Sultan’s palace at Srirangapatna). Drive along the scenic Wenlock Downs to the towering Pine Forest shooting point. Return to town for dinner. Overnight stay in Ooty.
11:30 AM – 01:30 PM (Botanical & Rose Gardens): Explore the 55-acre terraced Government Botanical Garden, established in 1848, home to over 1,000 species of flora and a 20-million-year-old fossilized tree trunk. Continue to the Government Rose Garden on Elk Hill, featuring over 20,000 varieties of roses spread across five curved terraces.
02:30 PM – 05:30 PM (Colonial Heritage & Pine Forests): Visit St. Stephen's Church (built in 1829 using massive timber beams sourced from Tipu Sultan’s palace at Srirangapatna). Drive along the scenic Wenlock Downs to the towering Pine Forest shooting point. Return to town for dinner. Overnight stay in Ooty.
3
Early Morning Descent (07:00 AM): Enjoy an early breakfast and check out from your hotel. Descend the 36 hairpin bends of the Sigur/Kallar Ghats to the plains below.
The Cross-Country Highway: Traverse the agricultural plains of Tiruppur and Dharapuram toward the sacred temple town of Palani. Begin the winding 50 km climb up the Palani Ghat road into the mist-covered upper hills. Stop to photograph the tiered cascades of Silver Cascade Falls, fed by the overflow of Kodai Lake.
Arrival in Kodaikanal (7,000 ft): Reach Kodaikanal by 02:30 PM. Check into your lakefront resort or hillside cottage.
Coaker's Walk & Kodai Lake: Walk along Coaker's Walk, a 1 km paved cliff-edge pedestrian path overlooking the plains and Pambar River valley. Stroll around the perimeter of the man-made, star-shaped Kodaikanal Lake, enjoying a tranquil boat ride or renting a bicycle along the shoreline promenade. Dinner and overnight stay in Kodaikanal.
The Cross-Country Highway: Traverse the agricultural plains of Tiruppur and Dharapuram toward the sacred temple town of Palani. Begin the winding 50 km climb up the Palani Ghat road into the mist-covered upper hills. Stop to photograph the tiered cascades of Silver Cascade Falls, fed by the overflow of Kodai Lake.
Arrival in Kodaikanal (7,000 ft): Reach Kodaikanal by 02:30 PM. Check into your lakefront resort or hillside cottage.
Coaker's Walk & Kodai Lake: Walk along Coaker's Walk, a 1 km paved cliff-edge pedestrian path overlooking the plains and Pambar River valley. Stroll around the perimeter of the man-made, star-shaped Kodaikanal Lake, enjoying a tranquil boat ride or renting a bicycle along the shoreline promenade. Dinner and overnight stay in Kodaikanal.
4
Morning Highlights (08:30 AM – 12:00 PM): Visit Pillar Rocks, three vertical granite boulders rising 400 feet into the mist. Continue to Guna Caves (Devil's Kitchen), nestled amidst ancient tree roots, and visit the serene pine groves of the Pine Forest. Stop at the hilltop Kurinji Andavar Temple, dedicated to Lord Murugan and famous for its association with the rare Kurinji flower that blooms once every 12 years. Browse local shops for homemade chocolates, eucalyptus balms, and handcrafted spices.
Afternoon Descent & Departure: Check out from your resort by 12:30 PM. Descend the Palani Ghat road to the plains:
Madurai Drop-Off (Recommended): Drive 120 km southeast to Madurai Airport (IXM) or Madurai Junction (MDU) by 03:30 PM – 04:30 PM for onward flights or trains.
Coimbatore Return Option: Drive 175 km northwest via Dharapuram and Pollachi to Coimbatore Airport (CJB) by 05:30 PM for your onward journey.
Afternoon Descent & Departure: Check out from your resort by 12:30 PM. Descend the Palani Ghat road to the plains:
Madurai Drop-Off (Recommended): Drive 120 km southeast to Madurai Airport (IXM) or Madurai Junction (MDU) by 03:30 PM – 04:30 PM for onward flights or trains.
Coimbatore Return Option: Drive 175 km northwest via Dharapuram and Pollachi to Coimbatore Airport (CJB) by 05:30 PM for your onward journey.
