Mysuru to Ooty via Bandipur National Park (Approx 130 Kms / 03 Hrs - 04 Hrs Drive)

Post breakfast, check out of the hotel and visit Chamundi hills to get the divine blessings at Chamundeshwari Temple. Then drive to Ooty; the Queen of Hill stations nestled in the Nilgiri range. A Britisher Mr. John Sullivan discovered Ooty in 1821; the sheer grandeur of this romantic city is enough to drain anyone out. Enroute, visit 6th & 9th Mile Shooting spots & Bandipur National Park. On arrival at Ooty, check in to the hotel and relax for some time. Evening free for shopping and other activities. Overnight stay at hotel.

Ooty Sightseeing

Morning, after breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing of Ooty. Visit Botanical garden; spread over a huge area of 22 hectares and with more than 650 species of flowers and trees, is a horticulturist’s delight. The highlight of the garden is a fossil tree that is believed to be 20 million years old. The Doddabetta peak; at an altitude of 8,606 feet is the highest point of South India. The view of Nilgiris from here is breathtaking. The Rose Garden; located in the heart of Ooty is one of the largest rose gardens in India and also a popular tourist attraction. The beautiful garden is spread across 10 acres of land and houses some of the largest collections of roses in the country. The Wax museum here in is also interesting to visits. End your day with boating at Ooty lake; a 2.5-kilometre long lake meandering through the scenic beauty of the Nilgiris. Overnight stay at hotel.

(Note: - Periyar Boat Ride Tickets to be booked on own from https://www.periyarfoundation.online/)Â

Ooty - Coonoor - Kodaikanal (Approx 260 Kms / 06 Hrs - 08 Hrs Drive)

Post breakfast at residing hotel checkout proceed to Coonoor by the famous TOY TRAIN (ticket subject to availability) for a beautiful ride from Ooty – Coonoor. Upon reaching Coonoor the driver will pick you from station and proceed for sightseeing visiting Sim’s park; a beautiful botanical garden located in Coonoor. Developed in 1874 this park is home to a variety of unusual species of plants, which have been brought from different parts of the world. Lamb’s rock; offering spectacular views of the lush forest, beautiful hills and coffee/tea estates. This makes the place an excellent picnic spot. Dolphin’s nose; a stunning viewpoint situated more than 1000 feet above sea level. Its unique rock formation and peak resembles a dolphin’s nose from where it derives the name. The drive to the destination as such is spectacular. Later proceed to Kodaikanal. Check out and drive to Kodaikkanal also known as "Princess of Hills" in South India. The winding road uphill with lush vegetation is a feast for your eyes. You will stop en-route at various viewpoints capturing stunning pictures of this lovely hill. On arrival at Kodaikanal check in hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Kodaikanal Sightseeing

Breakfast at hotel. Later proceed for sightseeing. Coakers Walk; providing a beautiful view by walking through the paved pedestrian path. Pine forest; one among the preserved treasures of Kodaikanal which would mesmerize the tourists by its beautiful ambiance. Guna caves; earlier known as devil’s kitchen and now popularized by Tamil movie Guna, are deep bat-infested chambers between the three gigantic boulders that are the Pillar Rocks. Pillar rocks; a set of three giant rock pillars which stands 122 mtrs high. Green valley view; formerly known as Suicide point has an excellent panoramic view. Botanical Garden / Bryant park; is a wonderfully maintained 20.5 acres of garden. You can end the day at famous Kodai Lake; one of the beautiful man-made lake in the heart of Kodaikanal. Overnight stay at hotel.

Kodaikanal - Thekkady (Approx 160 Kms / 03 Hrs - 05 Hrs Drive)

After early breakfast checkout and drive to Thekkady has a world famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. On arrival check in hotel. Afternoon proceed for a game viewing cruise on the Periyar Lake. Here you will see a large variety of wildlife, which include elephants, monkeys, deer, wild boar etc. In evening take a Elephant ride at Periyar wild life and rest of the time is at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.

(Note: - Periyar Boat Ride Tickets to be booked on own from https://www.periyarfoundation.online/)

Thekkady - Alleppey Houseboat (Approx 150 Kms / 04 Hrs - 05 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast check out from Thekkady and proceed to Alleppey. On arrival check in on an traditionally decorated houseboats. Your cruise experience starts with lunch. While cruising let your eyes settle for the rare and the unusual - skim past Chinese fishing nets, bowed-down paddy fields, and local inhabitants engaged in making coir products, rustic homes, ancient temples and coconut groves. Food will be served onboard. Overnight stay at houseboat.

Alleppey - Cochin (Approx 80 Kms / 02 Hrs - 03 Hrs Drive)

Breakfast on board houseboat. Disembark at 09.30 am and drive to Cochin – a cosmopolitan city in the federal state of Kerala. On arrival at Cochin, sightseeing tour of Cochin visiting - ‘The Jewish Synagogue’ at the heart of what is locally called the Jew Town, ‘The Dutch Palace, Spice market at the narrow streets, The St. Francis Church’, the oldest European Church in India and the Cochin boast “Chinese fishing nets”. The tour ends today with a departure transfer to Cochin Airport/Railway station for your return journey.