Hill-station holidays

Ooty & Kodaikanal Hill Holiday

Two of the south's classic hill stations in one trip: three nights in the Nilgiris and two around Kodaikanal's star-shaped lake and cliff walks.

Trip at a glance

Duration6 days / 5 nights
Starts inOoty
RouteOoty · Kodaikanal
Places2 destinations
StateTamil Nadu, India
Ideal forHill-station holidays, Family holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-K5EN1G

Best time to visit: October to June

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Government Botanical Garden – Ooty

Trip overview

Two of the south's classic hill stations in one trip: three nights in the Nilgiris and two around Kodaikanal's star-shaped lake and cliff walks.

The route spends 3 nights in Ooty and 2 nights in Kodaikanal, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits hill-station holidays, family holidays and honeymoon packages, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Nilgiri Mountain RailwayGovernment Botanical GardenDoddabetta PeakKodaikanal LakeCoaker's WalkPillar Rocks

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Ooty

Arrive via Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Government Botanical Garden: Terraced gardens laid out in 1848

Day 2Ooty: Doddabetta Peak and Ooty Lake

Doddabetta Peak: Highest point in the Nilgiris
Ooty Lake: Boating lake in the town centre

Day 3Ooty: Pykara Lake and Falls and Tea Factory and Museum

Pykara Lake and Falls: Pine forests and a boating lake west of town
Tea Factory and Museum: Watch tea processing and taste fresh brews

Day 4Ooty to Kodaikanal

Travel from Ooty to Kodaikanal by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Kodaikanal hotel
Kodaikanal Lake: Star-shaped lake with boating and a cycling path

Day 5Kodaikanal: Coaker's Walk and Pillar Rocks

Coaker's Walk: Paved cliff path with valley views
Pillar Rocks: Three tall granite pillars rising from the valley
Optional: a private candlelight dinner (arranged on request)

Day 6Depart from Kodaikanal

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Madurai Airport (IXM) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Realistic drive times on hill roads
Viewpoints planned for clear mornings
Warm layers advised even in summer
Daily drives kept short, with stops for children
Family rooms, connecting rooms or extra beds requested and confirmed in the quote

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Ooty: Book the toy train well ahead and ride uphill from Mettupalayam in the morning for the best views.
Kodaikanal: Do Coaker's Walk early in the morning, before the mist closes in on the valley.

At a glance

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Route: Ooty, Kodaikanal
Ideal for: Hill-station holidays, Family holidays, Honeymoon packages
Best time: October to June
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-K5EN1G

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 5 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Pick-up and drop at the arrival and departure point
Driver allowances, tolls, parking and fuel for the itinerary route
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

Flights or train tickets unless added to your quote
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Entry tickets, camera fees and optional activities unless stated
Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping
Travel insurance
GST as applicable

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Ooty: October to June. Kodaikanal: October to June.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Ooty (Coimbatore International Airport (CJB), about 85 km). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

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