Hillside Escapes Coimbatore to Kodaikanal
URP - SOU IND 130
Duration : 06 Nights / 7 Days
Destinations : Coimbatore - Kodaikanal - Ooty - Coonoor
Hillside Escapes Coimbatore to Kodaikanal!
Day 1 :
Coimbatore – Kodaikanal (2 Nights)
Tour Guests will arrive at Coimbatore Airport as per their Scheduled flight. Upon arrival they will meet Veena World tour manager at the airport and proceed to Kodaikanal – Also referred to as ‘The Princess of Hills.’ Upon arrival we have free time to relax and explore the surroundings followed by a short Meet & Greet session.
Day 2 :
Kodaikanal
Today we explore Kodaikanal. We visit Kurinji Temple- dedicated to Lord Muruga. the temple is also associated with the Kurunji Flower which blooms once in 12 years carpeting the whole area with purple flowers. Further we enjoy Nature Trail at the beautiful Coakers Walk, we then take a Photo stop at Pillar Rocks view point and Moir Point- The place is named after Sir Thomas Moir who started constructing the Goschen Road in 1929 CE. Further we visit Pine forest- A preserved heritage of the Kodaikanal, it presents mesmerizing nature that has been preserved very carefully. In the evening we enjoy Boating at Kodaikanal lake.
Day 3 :
Kodaikanal – Ooty (3 Nights)
Today we visit Byrant Park- a botanical park and a blessing on the hill station for those interested in botany. The park is known for many kinds of flowers, hybrids and grafts. Further we proceed to Ooty- known as ‘Queen of hill stations’. En- route we pass by Silver Cascade Falls- a Picturesque natural area featuring a steep waterfall in a lush landscape. Upon arrival we have free time to relax and explore the surroundings.
Day 4 :
Ooty
Today we visit the splendid Government Botanical Gardens – Spread over an area of 55 acres, it had around a thousand species of both exotic and indigenous plants. Tea Factory and the Tea Museum- This Museum will let you in on the facts about tea, like, its origin, its evolution over time and other notable details that will blow your mind. Further we take a Photo stop at Toda tribes Huts- These huts are shaped in the form of semi-barrels and they do not have any windows. In the evening we enjoy boat ride in the picturesque Ooty Lake – an important tourist landmark in the earlier days of Bollywood.
Day 5 :
Ooty – Coonoor – Ooty
Today we do a full day excursion to Coonoor – a beautiful hill station and known for its production of Nilgiri tea. Upon arrival in Coonoor we visit Dolphin’s nose – a huge rock formation that resembles the nose of a dolphin, followed by a visit to Sim’s Park – home to 1000 plus species of colourful and vibrant flowers. Later we take a photo stop at St George’s Church. Further we travel back to Ooty. Upon arrival we visit Doddabetta Peak, to see the marvellous views of the sweeping forests of Bandipur National Park and the open highlands of Mysore.
Day 6 :
Ooty – Coimbatore (1 Night)
Today we proceed to Coimbatore. Upon arrival we visit Isha Yoga Centre- a sacred space for self-transformation, where you can come dedicate time towards your inner growth. Later we have free time for shopping.
Day 7 :
Coimbatore – Departure to Hometown
It’s time now to say goodbye to our travel companions.