Mysore→Ooty→Coorg
Coorg
Kodaikanal Translating to 'the gift of the forest' in the native language of Tamil Nadu and originally home to the Palaiyar tribal people, Kodaikanal has been a retreat long since the 19th century. Located in the hills of the Dindigul district, this modern city was established by British bureaucrats and American Christian missionaries. Kodaikanal offers a fusion with Vibrant culture and natural beauty. Kodaikanal Lake is where one can always take a peaceful boat ride, and visit Berijam Lake and Pillar Rocks. Go for a walk through the pine forest or explore the Kukkal Caves and a cave with a series of hidden ravines called "Devil's Kitchen", Kodai offers several mesmerizing falls such as Bear Shola Falls, Glen Falls, Silver Cascade, and Fairy falls that provide magical setting for nature lovers to observe and unwind. Religious dwellings such as the La Saleth Church, Lutheran Church, and Subhramanya Temple are admired famously for their intricate architecture. Kodai doesn't fail the inquisitive minds too as it has Shembaganur Museum of Natural History, which is home to 500 species of taxidermy animals, birds and insects, and Solar Observatory are great places to visit. To end your day memorably you could always go to Coakers walk, Silent Valley View Point, Perumal Peak. This 80 Mile Round trek offers breathtaking views of the plains below. Natyanjali Festival, celebrated over 4 days, is a spectacular sight to behold with dazzling dance performances and top-notch acts from across the country, which one can enjoy in February or March. You can get a bite to eat at Cloud Street, Cafe Cariappa, Altaf's Cafe and Tava restaurants.
Ooty
Ooty which is also known as Udhagamandalam that translates to "Queen of hill stations" and the capital of the Nilgiris district. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. Nilgiris means "Blue Mountains". It is a land of picturesque picnic spots. Used to be popular summer and weekend getaway for the Britishers during the colonial days. It is situated at an altitude of 2,240 meters above sea level. An added attraction for the tourists to Udagamandalam is the mountain train journey on a ratchet and pinion track which commences from Kallar, near Mettupalayam and wends its way through many hair-raising curves and fearful tunnels and chugs along beside deep ravines full of verdant vegetation, gurgling streams, and tea gardens. One can notice a marvelous change in vegetation, as one goes from Kallar to Coonoor. The establishment of numerous tea estates made Ooty famous. Lofty mountains, dense forest, sprawling grasslands and miles and miles of tea gardens greet the passengers on most routes. The annual Tea and Tourism Festival attracts crowds in huge numbers.
Mysore
Mysore is place for the people who love to be connected with nature and like to know the native culture. Mysore is rich with culture, tradition, food, nature and wildlife. The people of Mysore are warm and welcoming. The palace city is famous for it's silk and Hundreds of local food which is available to try. Rich heritage sites across the city and the lush green farms across the district makes it the ideal place for you to get connected with yourself and the place.
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Pickup from arrival and proceed to Mysore. En route visit Srirangapatna(Dariya Daulat Bagh, Gumbaz, Tippu Fort and Temple). On arrival check in to hotel. After fresh n up proceed to maharajas Palace and Brindavan Garden. Overnight stay at Mysore.
Day 2: After breakfast check out and proceed to Chamundi Hill and Big Bull. Afternoon proceed to visit Ooty lake, Botanical Garden. Overnight stay at Ooty.
Day 3: After breakfast, check out and proceed to Ooty. On arrival, check in to the hotel. By Evening we will visit Ooty lake and Botanical Garden. then stay overnight at Ooty.
Day 4: After morning breakfast checkout and proceed to Kodaikanal. Check in to hotel on arrival. Evening visit to Cookers walk, Green valley view, and the Lake. Overnight stay at Kodaikanal.
Day 5: After morning breakfast checkout and proceed to Bangalore or Mysore or Coimbatore to board your train or flight.