
Full circuit
Ooty Kodaikanal Tour
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Route · 2 stops
Overview
A two-hill-station circuit pairing Ooty with Kodaikanal, another Western Ghats retreat known for its star-shaped lake and pine forests.
- Ooty’s toy train and tea estates
- Kodaikanal Lake boating
- Coaker’s Walk viewpoint, Kodaikanal
- Pine forest walks
Itinerary
Day by day
Arrive Ooty
Check-in, evening at Ooty Lake.
Meals BreakfastOvernight Ooty
Ooty sightseeing
Nilgiri Mountain Railway and Botanical Gardens.
Meals BreakfastOvernight Ooty
Ooty to Kodaikanal
A scenic drive through the Palani hills.
Meals BreakfastOvernight Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal sightseeing
Kodaikanal Lake and Coaker’s Walk.
Meals BreakfastOvernight Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal at leisure
Pine forest walks and local sightseeing.
Meals BreakfastOvernight Kodaikanal
Depart via Madurai/Coimbatore
Transfer for departure.
Meals Breakfast
Included
- 5 nights’ accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Private vehicle throughout
- Nilgiri Mountain Railway tickets
Not included
- Flights/train
- Non-specified lunches and dinners
- Travel insurance
What to pack
- Warm layers
- Comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation policy
Cancellations made 30 or more days before departure receive a full refund minus a processing fee. Cancellations 15-29 days before departure are subject to a 50% charge. Cancellations within 14 days of departure, or no-shows, are non-refundable.
Terms
Rates are per person on a twin-sharing basis unless otherwise noted, and are subject to availability at the time of confirmation. Hotel categories listed are indicative; we will confirm the exact named property in writing before final payment.
Questions
About this tour
Roughly 5-6 hours by road via the Palani hills — a scenic but genuinely long drive day.