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Bangalore to Kodaikanal 3-Day Itinerary in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Lalbagh Botanical Garden
    10 minutes (1.2 miles) from Bangalore City Centre

    Start the day by exploring the beautiful Lalbagh Botanical Garden, home to over 1,000 species of plants. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the serene gardens and don't miss the iconic Glass House, a structure inspired by London's Crystal Palace. After a morning of fresh air, head to the nearest local restaurant for a traditional South Indian lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Bangalore Palace, a stunning Tudor-style palace built in 1887. Wrap up the day with an evening walk at the Ulsoor Lake, a picturesque location with beautiful scenery.

  2. Day 2: Pillar Rocks and Bryant Park
    3 hours 45 minutes (140 miles) from Lalbagh Botanical Garden

    Start early and head towards Kodaikanal to explore the famous Pillar Rocks formation. Enjoy the scenic views of these towering rock pillars and take a few photographs. Next, head to the Bryant Park, a beautiful botanical garden with over 325 species of trees and plants. Afternoon calls for a visit to the Kodaikanal Lake, a serene spot for boating and cycling. End the day with a visit to the Coakers Walk, a paved pedestrian path along the mountainside with beautiful valley views.

  3. Day 3: Berijam Lake and Kurinji Andavar Temple
    1 hour (20 miles) from Coakers Walk

    Start the day with a visit to the Berijam Lake, a beautiful spot for birdwatching, fishing and boating. Enjoy the picturesque scenery and capture memories with your camera. In the afternoon, head to the Kurinji Andavar Temple, a famous pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Murugan. The temple is famous for its Kurinji flowers which bloom only once in 12 years. End the day with a visit to the Silver Cascade Falls, a beautiful waterfall that cascades down from a height of 55 meters.

Recommendations

If you have some extra time, visit the Guna Caves, a famous location where the Kamal Hassan-starrer movie "Guna" was shot. You can also take a day trip to the Palani Murugan Temple, a popular and ancient Hindu temple. To maximize your fun, make sure to try the local cuisine of Kodaikanal, which includes dishes like Kodaikanal masala, vegetable puffs, and Dindigul biryani.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2 hours, free)
  • Bangalore Palace (2 hours, INR 230 per person)
  • Ulsoor Lake (1 hour, free)
  • Pillar Rocks (1 hour, INR 10 per person)
  • Bryant Park (2 hours, INR 30 per person)
  • Kodaikanal Lake (2 hours, INR 34 for cycling and boating)
  • Coakers Walk (1 hour, INR 20 per person)
  • Berijam Lake (2 hours, INR 15 per person)
  • Kurinji Andavar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Silver Cascade Falls (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 349 per person

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