Ooty & Kodaikanal Scenic Hill Escape from Coimbatore - 5 Nights / 6 Days

Begin your day exploring Ooty’s most iconic attractions. Visit Ooty Lake, a tranquil spot surrounded by eucalyptus trees, perfect for a relaxed morning walk. Continue to the Government Botanical Garden, home to exotic plant species and beautifully landscaped terraces. The Rose Garden offers vibrant floral displays spread across gentle slopes. Later, visit St. Stephen’s Church, one of Ooty’s oldest landmarks reflecting colonial architecture. Conclude the day at Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiris, offering panoramic views of valleys and distant hills. Return to your hotel after a fulfilling sightseeing day. Overnight stay in Ooty.

Today is dedicated to a picturesque excursion to Coonoor, a quieter hill town known for tea plantations and charming viewpoints. Travel through scenic mountain roads dotted with lush greenery and misty landscapes. Visit Sims Park, a well-maintained botanical garden featuring rare plant varieties and seasonal blooms. Continue to Lamb’s Rock, a dramatic cliffside viewpoint overlooking deep gorges and winding roads below. Later, proceed to Dolphin’s Nose, a spectacular vantage point offering sweeping views of the Nilgiri hills and Catherine Falls region. After enjoying the calm beauty of Coonoor, return to Ooty by evening for rest and relaxation. Overnight stay in Ooty.

After breakfast, depart Ooty and journey towards Kodaikanal, travelling from the Nilgiri Hills to the Palani Hills through scenic mountain routes. En route, stop at Silver Cascade Waterfall, where fresh mountain water cascades over rocky cliffs, creating a refreshing pause. Visit the Shenbaganur Museum, which offers insights into the region’s cultural heritage, flora and fauna. Upon arrival in Kodaikanal, check in at your hotel and later visit Kodai Lake, the heart of the hill station, surrounded by pine forests and walking paths. Enjoy the serene evening atmosphere before returning to the hotel. Overnight stay in Kodaikanal.

Start your day with a visit to Kurinji Andavar Temple, dedicated to Lord Murugan and offering stunning views of surrounding hills and valleys. Continue to Bryant Park, known for colourful flower beds and landscaped lawns. Walk along Coaker’s Walk, a narrow pathway clinging to steep slopes, offering breathtaking views and occasional cloud cover. Later, visit the iconic Pillar Rocks, three towering rock formations rising dramatically from the forested landscape. Proceed to the mysterious Guna Caves, surrounded by dense greenery and natural formations. Return to the hotel after a scenic and relaxed sightseeing day. Overnight stay in Kodaikanal.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin your descent from the hills towards Coimbatore. Enjoy the changing landscapes as misty mountains give way to plains and bustling townscapes. Depending on your departure schedule, you may stop briefly for refreshments en route. On arrival in Coimbatore, you will be dropped at the airport, marking the end of a refreshing hill station journey filled with scenic views, cool climates and peaceful memories from Ooty, Coonoor and Kodaikanal.