Tour Code: FIT/3949

Enchanting South India Escape

8 Nights / 9 Days
Private Van Tour
Summer Special
alt

Cities : Ooty (2N),Kodaikanal (2N),Rameshwaram (2N),Kanyakumari (2N)

Sightseeing

Ooty, India
  • Doddabetta Peak
  • Government Botanical Garden
  • Tea Factory / Museum
  • Ooty Lake
  • Rose Garden
Kodaikanal, India
  • Coakers Walk
  • Bryant Park
  • Kodaikanal Lake
  • Pillar Rocks Viewpoint
  • Silver Cascade Falls
  • Kurinji Andavar Temple
Rameshwaram, India
  • Ramanathaswamy Temple
  • Agnitheertham
  • Pamban Bridge
  • Visit to Dhanushkodi, a Ghost Town With a Stunning Beach
  • Kothandaramaswamy Temple
  • Gandamadana Parvatam
  • Villoondi Theertham
Kanyakumari, India
  • Vivekananda Rock Memorial
  • Thiruvalluvar Statue
  • Kanyakumari Beach

Meals

  • 9 Breakfast
  • 9 Dinner

Day wise travel itinerary

  • Day 1 :Arrival in Madurai / Drive to Ooty

    Arrive in Madurai in the morning and begin your scenic drive towards Ooty (approximately 285 km). Enjoy the beautiful hill route, passing through lush green valleys and tea plantations. Have a few refreshment stops on the way to admire the views. Check into your hotel in Ooty by evening and relax after the long journey. No sightseeing is scheduled for today.

    • Dinner
  • Day 2 :Ooty Sightseeing

    Start your day with a visit to Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiris, for panoramic views. Proceed to the Botanical Gardens, renowned for its diverse flora. After lunch, visit Ooty Lake for a relaxing boat ride. Head to the Tea Museum to explore the region's tea history. End your day with a visit to Rose Garden, returning to your hotel by 7 PM.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 3 :Ooty to Kodaikanal

    Leave Ooty in the morning and begin your journey to Kodaikanal (approximately 250 km). On the way, enjoy scenic vistas of forests, waterfalls, and rolling hills. Arrive in Kodaikanal by afternoon and check into your hotel. Spend the evening relaxing or strolling around Coaker’s Walk, a peaceful path with spectacular views of the valley. Return to your hotel by 7 PM.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 4 :Kodaikanal Sightseeing

    Start your day by visiting Bryant Park, a charming garden with colorful flowers. Next, visit Kodaikanal Lake for a peaceful boat ride. Explore Pillar Rocks for breathtaking views of the granite cliffs. Stop by Silver Cascade Falls for some great photos. End your day with a visit to the Kurinji Andavar Temple. Return to your hotel by 7 PM for a relaxed evening.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 5 :Kodaikanal to Rameswaram

    Depart from Kodaikanal and drive towards Rameswaram (approximately 250 km). Arrive by early afternoon and check into your hotel. After a quick refresh, visit the Pamban Bridge, an engineering marvel, followed by a stop at Agnitheertham, a sacred sea bath spot. Return to your hotel and relax for the evening, ensuring you're back by 7 PM.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 6 :Rameswaram Sightseeing

    Start your day with a visit to the iconic Ramanathaswamy Temple, known for its long corridors and spiritual significance. Proceed to Dhanushkodi, a ghost town with ruins and serene beaches. Visit the House of Kalam, the former residence of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. Return to your hotel for a relaxed evening by 7 PM.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 7 :Rameswaram to Kanyakumari

    After breakfast, drive to Kanyakumari (approximately 310 km). Enjoy the scenic coastal route along the way. Arrive in Kanyakumari by afternoon and check into your hotel. Spend a peaceful evening visiting Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar Statue, located on tiny islets just off the coast. Return to your hotel by 7 PM.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 8 :Kanyakumari Sightseeing

    Begin your day by witnessing the sunrise at Kanyakumari Beach. Visit the Kumari Amman Temple, dedicated to Goddess Kanya Kumari. Explore the Gandhi Memorial, where Mahatma Gandhi’s ashes were kept before immersion. Visit the Suchindram Temple, known for its unique architecture. End your day with a quiet evening at your hotel by 7 PM.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 9 :Kanyakumari to Trivandrum Airport Drop

    After breakfast, start your journey towards Trivandrum Airport (approximately 100 km). No sightseeing is scheduled today. Arrive at the airport in the afternoon for your onward journey. Ensure that you reach the airport by 7 PM, concluding your trip.

    • Breakfast
Expand Full Itinerary 🡫

Sightseeing

Doddabetta Peak 2.jpg

Doddabetta Peak

Open Time : 07:00 AM
Close Time : 06:00 PM 

Operational Days - Open all 7 days 
Approx. Duration Suggested - 2 - 3 Hours 

Doddabetta is the highest point in Nilgiri Mountains and also one of the famous tourist place to visit in Ooty. Nestled at an altitude of 2623 mts above sea level, Doddabetta Peak is regarded as one of the highest peaks in South India, which lies at the junction of the Western and Eastern Ghats. Surrounding areas of Doddabetta is mostly covered with lush green forest. Sholas cover the hollows of its slopes. Flowering sub-alpine shrubs, Tall rhododendron trees and herbs are common, even very near the peak. One can have a stunning panoramic view of the landscape, plains of Coimbatore, beautiful valley and the flat highlands of Mysore from the peak.

The Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation ( TTDC ) manages a Telescope House in the Doddabetta Peak which enables the tourist to get a better and clear view. This TTDC Telescope House gives a complete view of the surrounding landscape. There is also a TTDC restaurant, which caters to the taste of the visitors. The area around the peak is a reserved forest and is home to many endangered species of flora and fauna. Tourists can also indulge in trekking at the Doddabetta Peak.

Note: The Given Cost is Estimated. You will need to pay the exact cost directly at the counter.

Inclusion :
  • Entry Charges 
Exclusion :
  • No Transfers
  • No Meals 
Important Notes :
  • The rates may vary from supplier to supplier. This has to be booked & pay directly on spot. The rates given are just for reference and planning purpose only.
Read more...
Botanical Gardens 3.jpg

Government Botanical Garden

Open Time : 07:00 AM
Close Time : 06:30 PM 

Operational Days - Open all 7 days 
Approx. Duration Suggested - 1 - 2 Hours 

The Government Botanical Garden are undoubtedly one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ooty which is spread over an area of 55 acres. No tourist would like to leave Ooty without a visiting to the well organized, well maintained botanical gardens. The present day Botanical Gardens is divided into 5 sections and is maintained by the Horticultural Department of Tamil Nadu.

They are the Lower Garden, which has the fern house which harbors one hundred and 27 species of ferns, the Lower Garden, which contains the rose garden, which has lots of groups of flowering plants and the Nurseries, the Italian Garden, laid down by Italian Prisoners of War from the First World War, a lot of natural floral carpets and natural ponds, the Conservatory, which contains a series of glass houses which contains many varieties of exotic plants. The Flower show held as a part of the Summer Festival in Ooty is a must see if you happen to visit Ooty during that time.

Another main attraction in the Botanical Gardens is the Fossil Tree trunk which is 20 million years old and the Toda mund or the Toda hill. On any day you will find huge number of families just chilling and enjoying the warm sun and children playing around in the gardens. You are filled with a sense of inner peace when the cool summer breeze caresses your body bringing an unknown vigor within yourself. It is not an exaggeration if at that very moment if you feel you are in heaven.

Inclusion :
  • Entry Charges 
Exclusion :
  • Guide Charges Extra
  • Still / Video Camera
  • No Transfers
  • No Meals 
Important Notes :
  • The rates may vary from supplier to supplier. This has to be booked & pay directly on spot. The rates given are just for reference and planning purpose only.
Read more...
Tea Factory 2.jpg

Tea Factory / Museum

Open Time : 06:00 AM
Close Time : 06:00 PM 

Operational Days - Open all 7 days 
Approx Duration Suggested - 1 - 2 Hours

Ooty, the queen of the hills, is one of the most famous hill stations in Tamil Nadu, India. It has mountains, gardens as well as lakes. And Ooty also has tea estates, with its acres spread across the city. While you can stop by to enjoy the mesmerizing aroma and mesmerizing views at many locations, the Tea Estate viewpoint near Doddabetta Peak is worth visiting. You can click pictures of tea gardens across the slope and walk the trails to make the tea leaves feel real.

The tea factory and the tea museum cover an acre of area and allow visitors to experience tea processing. You can see the production of tea right when the leaves are packed for sale of the final product. The best season to taste the views of the tea estates around Winter. Between October and March, temperatures are at a pleasing level, more chilly side, and thus, best for trekking and hiking around tea gardens.

Note : The Given Cost is Estimated. You will need to pay the exact cost directly at the counter.

Inclusion :
  • Entry Charges 

Exclusion :
  • No Transfers
  • No Meals 

Important Notes :
  • The rates may vary from supplier to supplier. This has to be booked & pay directly on spot. The rates given are just for reference and planning purpose only.
Read more...
Ooty Lake 5.jpg

Ooty Lake

Open Time : 10:00 AM
Close Time : 06:30 PM 

Operational Days - Open all 7 days 

Approx Duration Suggested - 1 - 2 Hours 

Ooty Lake is one of the most beautiful and refreshing places to visit in Ooty. It lies at a distance of approx. 2 km from Ooty city center in the green hills of the Nilgiris district. The beautiful lake is spread over an area of 65 acres and its foundation was laid down by John Sullivan who was the collector of Coimbatore in 1824.

Ooty Lake is surrounded by Eucalyptus trees and greenery all around and is a great place to experience the beauty of this hill station. One can also spot numerous streams coming out through the hills. This is a perfect place to capture people who are genuinely interested in photography. The lake is filled with beautiful water birds with the exotic Nilgiri mountain ranges in the background.

Ooty Lake is pretty fun as well activity-filled place. One can hire paddle boats, rowing boats and motor boats from the boathouse here. There is a mini train too for kids to hop on and take a quick tour of the lake. Boat races, as well as other events, are also organized here for two days in May. Since there are a lot of visitors during weekends, it is advisable to visit the lake during weekdays. The romantic song 'Dil Deewana' from Maine Pyaar Kiya (1989) too was shot here along with a few scenes of Ajab Prem Ki Gazab Kahani (2009).


Note: The Given Cost is Estimated. You will need to pay the exact cost directly at the counter.

Inclusion :

  • Entry Charges 

Exclusion :

  • No Transfers
  • No Meals
  • Camera Charges
  • Mini Train for Kids ( Rs. 10 Per Head )
  • 7D Cinema, Horror House ( Rs. 100 Per Person )
  • Dashing Car, Breakdance, Columbus Ride ( Rs. 50 Per Person )
  • Boating ( Starting from Rs. 180 - 30 Mins )

Important Notes :
  • The rates may vary from supplier to supplier. This has to be booked & pay directly on spot. The rates given are just for reference and planning purpose only.
Read more...
Rose Garden 3.jpg

Rose Garden

Open Time : 07:30 AM

Close Time : 06:30 PM 

Operational Days - Open all 7 days 

Approx. Duration Suggested - 1 - 2 Hours 

Ooty Rose Garden is a beautiful garden in the heart of the town of Ooty. It is also referred to as the Jayalalithaa garden , the Nootrandu Roja Poonga and therefore the Centenary Rose Park. Nature lovers are drawn to the garden like bees to honey. The view of the luxurious green garden with areas dedicated to captivatingly fragrant roses may be a sight to recollect . The flowers add quite just colour and attract visitors of all age groups, especially those that have an interest within the study of Botany. You are sure to desire you've got entered a special world as you stroll leisurely across the beautifully landscaped garden.

The beautiful Ooty garden is found on the Elk Hill slopes in Ooty and was established in 1995 to commemorate the Centenary Flower Show. The garden is additionally known to be one among the foremost famous botanical gardens maintained by the Horticulture Department of Tamil Nadu . It occupies a huge expanse of over four hectares on Capitol Hill slopes. Here one may find a spread of roses in several colours and sizes. Families prefer visiting the garden over a picnic with their kids while couples find this place a romantic and quick getaway from a busy schedule. If you're visiting during the height flowering season in summer (March to June), one may catch the flower show at the Ooty garden . The flower show is that the time the country has the very best production of colourful and fragrant roses. Visitors can buy saplings or buy bouquets for his or her loved ones.

Note: The Given Cost is Estimated. You will need to pay the exact cost directly at the counter.

Inclusion :
  • Entry Charges 

Exclusion :
  • Still / Video Camera Charges
  • No Transfers
  • No Meals 

Important Notes :
  • The rates may vary from supplier to supplier. This has to be booked & pay directly on spot. The rates given are just for reference and planning purpose only.
Read more...
Calculate Your Price
Transfer :
EMI Starts from undefined undefined/month

per person

*