Short ferry ride to the rock memorial and iconic Thiruvalluvar statue; great for group photos and cultural insight. Check ferry timings (generally 7:00AMβ5:30PM) and avoid high tide cancellations.
Recommend Sea View Hotel or local Tamil seafood restaurants close to the shore for a hearty South Indian meal with sea views; allow time for group seating.
Visit Gandhi Mandapam, Vivekananda Memorial viewing points and nearby memorials; early afternoon sightseeing and later prepare for sunset (sunset typically ~5:50PM β timings vary seasonally).
Drive back to Thiruvananthapuram Airport (approx. 90 km / 3 hrs) to receive the second flight of 11 pax; use this break for rest/snacks in airport lounge.
Visit the 2000-year-old Janardhana Swamy Temple (temple timings typically 5AMβ12PM & 5PMβ9PM) and then short drive to serene Kappil Beach/estuary for quieter scenery.
Relaxing cruise through narrow canals, paddy-lined lagoons and small villagesβopportunity to observe daily life and wildlife at close quarters (houseboats typically cruise 2β5:30PM).
Guided plantation walk showing cardamom, pepper, cinnamon and clove; good for photos, shopping spices and learning cultivation methods (typical tours 3:00β5:30PM).
Cultural performance showcasing Kerala's classical dance-drama or martial art; shows generally start in the eveningβcheck local schedule and pre-book for a group.
Early morning boat ride on Periyar Lake to spot wildlife (birds, if lucky elephants from distance); boat safaris generally operate from early morning and late afternoonβbook ahead for the group.
Optional elephant camp visit or jeep safari for short wildlife sightings and local experiences; timings varyβconfirm with park authorities and note age/health restrictions.
Long drive (approx. 280 km / ~9 hrs) through scenic routes and ghat roads; include regular comfort stops and stretch breaksβexpected arrival around 10:00PM. Provide water and motion-sickness precautions for older travelers.
Scenic toy train journey (subject to advance booking) between Ooty and Coonoor or a short scenic stretchβbook well in advance for group seating as slots fill quickly; check the actual train schedule for 2026.
Afternoon sightseeing: boat at Ooty Lake (boat service ~9:00β5:00PM), long walk in Government Botanical Gardens (open ~6:00AMβ6:00PM), and visit Tea Museum (usually open 9:30AMβ4:30PM) for tea-tasting and photography.
Drive to Doddabetta Peak (views from highest Nilgiri point, open ~8:00AMβ5:00PM), visit the Government Rose Garden, then Pykara Lake and falls for scenic photos and short walks (boat at Pykara availableβcheck seasonal service).
Option A: Short toy train segment to Coonoor (subject to reservation) for views and Sim's Park; Option B: Shopping in Ooty for tea, spices, homemade chocolates and woolens along the main bazaar.
Visit the historic Gingee Fort complex (open typically ~9:00AMβ5:00PM); moderate climbs and stone stepsβallow extra time for photo stops and short walks. Bring hats and water for seniors and children.
Guided walk through colonial streets, boutiques and Aurobindo Ashram (ashram visiting hours typically early morning through noon and again late afternoonβobserve silence areas).
Drive to Auroville (approx. 20β30 min); visit the Visitor Centre and Matrimandir viewing area (note: Matrimandir inner chamber visits require prior bookingβvisitor center open ~9:00AMβ5:00PM).
Afternoon shopping: T. Nagar / Pondy Bazaar for sarees, jewelry and handicrafts, and Phoenix Market City for branded shopping and a food courtβideal for last-minute purchases.
Private bus transfers group to Chennai International Airport allowing sufficient time for check-in and immigration for international flight back to Malaysia.