Ooty (short for Udhagamandalam) is a resort town in the Western Ghats mountains, in southern India's Tamil Nadu state. Founded as a British Raj summer resort, it retains a working steam railway line. Other reminders of its colonial past include Stone House, a 19th-century residence, and the circa-1829 St. Stephen’s Church. Its 55-acre Government Botanical Garden lies on the slopes of Doddabetta Peak.
Nestled amidst Nilgiri hills, Ooty, also known as Udagamandalam, is a hill station in Tamil Nadu which serves as a top-rated tourist destination. Once regarded as the summer headquarters of the East India Company, the Queen of the hills is a picturesque getaway.
Dotted with tea gardens, serene waterfalls, winding country lanes, and charming colonial architecture, Ooty is the perfect respite everyone. Popular among couples and honeymooners, Ooty allures its visitors with the panoramic views of the Nilgiri mountains.
The Nilgiri mountain railway is the steepest track in all of Asia. Remember the hit song 'Chaiyya Chaiyya' where Shahrukh Khan and Malaika Arora matching steps on top of a train? Remember the breathtaking locales as the train chugged its way across lush greenery? Yes, that was the Nilgiri Mountain Railways, and the Nilgiri Mountains all along.
TOUR DESTINATION-
Banglore - Mysore - Ooty - Kodaikanal - Banglore
TRAVEL DURATION-:
7 Nights & 8 Days
ITINERARY:-
Day 1: Arrival Bangalore
Arrival at Bangalore airport/ railway station and proceed to the hotel. Bangalore is the capital city of Karnataka state it is well known as Garden city. Afternoon proceed for a half day city tour of Bangalore. Visit Lalbagh, Cubbon Park, ISKCON Temple, Vidhana Soudha and finally at Commercial Street for a bit of shopping. By evening return back to hotel and overnight stay at Bangalore.
Day 2: Bangalore - Mysore (140 km)
Morning breakfast to drive to Mysore.(150 Kms/ 03 Hrs). Enroute visit Srirangapatanam and Somnathpur. On arrival in Mysore, check-into the hotel. Evening you may visit the local market and if it’s a Saturday or Sunday, you may have look at the Maharaja’s Palace in the night fully lit. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 3: Mysore (140 km)
After breakfast visit Mysore Palace, one of the major attractions of Mysore. Then to Mysore Zoo were you can see some of the rare species of wildlife. Evening proceed to world famous Brindavan Gardens expanded over 150 acres. & Chamunda hill The musical fountain and light show adds attraction to the gardens. Return back to the hotel and overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 4: Mysore - Ooty (160 km)
After breakfast proceed for a site seeing tour of Ooty. Visit the Doddabeta Peak which is the highest peak of Ooty. From here you will get a very panoramic view of the neighboring regions. By noon back at Ooty town. Afternoon visit the famous Botanical garden built in 1847 and the Ooty Lake were boating facility is available. Horse-back riding around the lake also is available. Evening visit Coonoor. Overnight at Ooty.
Extra Arrangement:– Welcome room , flower decoration , Honeymoon cake , Candle light dinner.
Day 5: Ooty - Coonor - Ooty
After breakfast, full day free for sightseeing at Coonoor, a fabulous and second largest hill station in the Nilgiri hills. Visit Coonoor Tea Gardens, Sims Park (the park has a collection of over 1,000 plant species, including magnolia, pines, tree ferns, and camellia), Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint (provides a panoramic view of the vast expanse of the Nilgiri Hills as well as Catherine Falls), Lamb's Rock (vantage point to view the fantastic landscape and the tea and coffee plantations). Evening, return to Ooty and proceed for shopping at Ooty, then return to the hotel and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6: Ooty to Kodaikanal (260 km / 6.5 hrs)
After breakfast, proceed to Kodaikanal and do sightseeing-The Lake,Coakers Walk,Bryant Park,Green Valley View,Silver Cascade,Pambar Falls.Overnight stay at Kodaikanal.
Day 7: Kodaikanal
After breakfast, proceed to Sightseeing-Kurinji Andavar Temple, Green Valley View,Social Physical Observatory,Telescope House, Shenbaganur Museum,Palani,Dolphins nose. Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day 8: Kodaikanal & Departure
After Breakfast, check out from Hotel and proceed for Return Journey.
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| S.No. | No. of Pax | Cab | Cost/Pax |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 02 | Swift Dezire | 27999 |