Southern Getaway
Day 01 : Arrive Coimbatore.On arrival transfer to
Kodaikanal by surface ( 160 km)
On arrival at Coimbatore you will be transfered to Kodaikanal by
road.Enroute see the Silver Cascade waterfall On arrival,check into the
hotel, rest of the day is at leisure.
Kodaikanal :
It is located amidst the folds of the verdant Palni hills is one of the
most popular serene hill stations in India, which mesmerises any
visitor,with her wooded slopes, mighty rocks, enhancing waterfalls and a
beautiful lake. Kodai is situated at an altitude of about 2,133-m high.The
pride of Kodaikanal is the 'Kurinji-flower', which blossoms once in 12
years.The fruits like pears and plums are known for their freshness and
taste.
Overnight at the hotel
Day 02 : Kodaikanal
Morning visit Coaker's walk, Green valley view, Upper lake View point,
Pillars rock etc. Afternoon free to enjoy boating in Lake Evening at
leisure.
Overnight at the hotel
Day 03 : Kodaikanal - Ooty by surface (280 km)
After breakfast,proceed to Ooty by surface.On arrival check into the
hotel.Rest of the day at leisure.
Ooty :
It is called the queen of southern hill stations.This beautiful botanical
paradise was first brought to the public eye by John Sullivan, Collector of
Coimbatore district in 1819, Ooty (also Ootacamund or Udhagamandalam) is
situated at an altitude of 2,240 meters .The name Nilgiri or the Blue
Mountains may have been derived from the fact that when the funnel-shaped
lavender-blue flowers blossom this picturesque mountain range becomes
covered with the colour of the blue lavender making the entire mountain look
blue.
Overnight at the hotel
Day 04 : Ooty
After breakfast visit the landscaped botanical Gardens and Doddabetta Peak
the highest point in the Nilgiris that offer fascinating views of the
surrounding plains and hills.Or an option to go boating at the famous Ooty
lake.Evening at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05 : Ooty
After breakfast take an excursion to Coonoor to visit the Tea Factory &
option to enjoy a joy ride on the mountain train and return to Ooty.
Coonoor :
It is only 17kms from Udhagamandalam , is not very commercialized and
retains a certain amount of untouched charm. It is a small town with an
equable climate that has made it popular as a hill resort in its own right.
The main attractions are its view points and the Sim's Park, a small well
maintained botanical garden that has several varieties of plants not to be
found in other parts.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 06 : Ooty - Mysore by surface ( 180 km )
Morning depart for Mysore enroute pass thru Madumalai and Bandipur Wildlife
sanctuaries. On arrival in Mysore check-in at the hotel. Afternoon proceed
for a city tour visiting the Mysore Palace and the Brindavan Gardens.
Mysore :
It is a part city,part small town was erstwhile capital of the Wodeyars the
rulers of Mysore.Mysore's charm is unique.The City Royale is famous for its
opulent palaces,stately buildings,sprawling gardens,silks,sandalwood and
myriad tourist attractions in its proximity.
Mysore Palace :
It was built in 1912 in the Indo Saracenic style,this palace excudes
grandeur that is unmatched. Brindavan Gardens located at the KRS
Dam,it is one of the best gardens in South India. The musical fountains and
the colourful lights transform this place into a firy land in the evenings.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07 : Mysore
Morning a full day tour of Mysore and Srirangapatna visiting Chamundi
Hills,Sir Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery,St. Philomena's Church and return to
the hotel.
Chamundi Hills :
Towering over the city of Mysore.Half-way up is the Nandi Bull, a majestic
4.8 metre monolith.Right on top is the 2000 year old
Chamundeshwari
Temple, the patron goddess of the Wodeyars.The summit offers a panoramic
view of Mysore's lakes, parks and palaces.
Srirangapatnam :
This island fortress of the legendary warrior is 16 km from Mysore
city.Inside the fortress is Tipu's mosque with its twin minarets,the
celebrated Ranganatha Swamy temple,the Wellesley Bridge and the dungeons
where British officers were once imprisoned.Eqully impressive is the ornate
white domed Gumbaz.About 1 km to the east of the fort is the Daria
Daulat,the summer palace of Tipu Sultan now converted into a museum.
Overnight at the hotel
Day 08 : Mysore - Bangalore by surface ( 135 km)
After breakfast,proceed to Bangalore.On arrival check into the hotel.
Afternoon proceed for half day city tour visiting Lal bagh,Bull Temple and
drive around Vidhan Soudha,Attara Kacheri and Cubbon Park.Later evening free
to indulge in some shopping around M.G.Road.
Bangalore :
Founded in 1537 by a local chieftain Kempe Gowda,this bustling capital city
of Karnataka has a perpetual holiday atmosphere thanks to its weather.It is
also known as the garden city and Silicon valley of India.
Vidhan Soudha A magnificent building housing the State Legislature
and Secretariat.It is built entirely of Granite in Neo-Dravidian style.Attara
Kacheri houses the State High Court. Lalbagh has a variety of
Old trees, fountains, Lotus Pools, Terraces and assortment of Tropical Herbs
and Sub Tropical Herbs.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 09 : Bangalore
After breakfast drop to the Railway station / airport
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Hotels in Bangalore
Hotels in Ooty
Hotels in Coimbatore
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Hotels in Kodaikanal
Hotels in Mysore
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