Family Tour of Ooty, Kodaikanal & Mysore – 5 Nights / 6 Days

Evening: Return to Ooty town for a stroll through the bustling market, where you can shop for homemade chocolates and aromatic spices before a group dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 3: Ooty to Kodaikanal – Travel & First Impressions

Morning: After breakfast, the bus departs Ooty and traverses scenic mountain roads toward Kodaikanal, with brief stops for photo‑ops of rolling hills and tea plantations.

Afternoon: Arrive in Kodaikanal, check into the lakeside resort, and enjoy a light lunch. Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing by the serene Kodaikanal Lake and renting pedal boats.

Evening: Walk along the lake’s promenade to watch the sunset, followed by a family dinner featuring local South Indian specialties.

Day 4: Kodaikanal Exploration

Morning: Start with a gentle hike along Coaker's Walk, offering sweeping views of the valleys and pine forests—perfect for family photos.

Afternoon: Visit the vibrant Bryant Park and then head to the spectacular Green Valley View (formerly called “Suicide Point”) for breathtaking cliff‑side scenery.

Evening: Explore the quirky Pillar Rocks formation and enjoy a cozy bonfire night at the resort, sharing stories and local folklore.

Day 5: Kodaikanal to Mysore – Arrival & Evening Leisure

Morning: After an early breakfast, depart Kodaikanal and drive toward Mysore, crossing the scenic Western Ghats.

Afternoon: Arrive in Mysore, check into the heritage hotel, and have a quick lunch. Take a short rest before heading out to explore the majestic Mysore Palace.

Evening: Enjoy a leisurely walk around the illuminated palace grounds and then dine at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the city’s skyline.

Day 6: Mysore Highlights & Departure

Morning: Climb up to Chamundi Hill to visit the revered Chamundeshwari Temple and enjoy sweeping views of Mysore.

Afternoon: Tour the stunning St. Philomena's Cathedral and later relax in the beautifully landscaped Brindavan Gardens, where a laser‑show can be enjoyed if time permits.

Evening: Gather for a farewell dinner, share memories of the trip, and then depart for the airport or railway station for onward journeys.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Botanical Gardens (Ooty) – Estimated time: 2 hrs – Estimated cost: Rs 30 per person
• Ooty Lake (boat ride) – Estimated time: 1.5 hrs – Estimated cost: Rs 150 per person
• Nilgiri Mountain Railway (viewing) – Estimated time: 1 hr – Estimated cost: Rs 500 per person (2nd class)
• Doddabetta Peak – Estimated time: 2 hrs – Estimated cost: Rs 20 per person
• Rose Garden – Estimated time: 1 hr – Estimated cost: Free
• Kodaikanal Lake (boat ride) – Estimated time: 1.5 hrs – Estimated cost: Rs 100 per person
• Coaker's Walk – Estimated time: 1 hr – Estimated cost: Free
• Bryant Park – Estimated time: 1 hr – Estimated cost: Rs 30 per person
• Green Valley View – Estimated time: 1 hr – Estimated cost: Rs 30 per person
• Pillar Rocks – Estimated time: 1 hr – Estimated cost: Free
• Mysore Palace – Estimated time: 2 hrs – Estimated cost: Rs 70 per person
• Chamundi Hill (Temple) – Estimated time: 2 hrs – Estimated cost: Free (donation optional)
• St. Philomena's Cathedral – Estimated time: 1 hr – Estimated cost: Free
• Brindavan Gardens – Estimated time: 2 hrs – Estimated cost: Rs 30 per person
• Private Bus Transport (6 days) – Estimated time: 6 days – Estimated cost: Rs 20,000 total
• Accommodation (5 nights, 4 rooms) – Estimated time: 5 nights – Estimated cost: Rs 40,000 total
• Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) – Estimated time: 6 days – Estimated cost: Rs 33,600 total
• Total Estimated Cost – Rs 1,07,040

Tips

To extend the trip, consider adding an extra day in Ooty to explore the nearby Emerald Lake and a tea‑factory tour, or spend a night in Mysore’s nearby Srirangapatna for historic forts. If you need to shorten the itinerary, you can combine Ooty’s and Kodaikanal’s nature walks into a single day and skip the optional boat rides, focusing on the main landmarks while still enjoying the scenic beauty.