5-Day Scenic Flight and Road Trip from Vijayawada to Ooty and Kodaikanal

Day 1: Travel to Ooty

Vijayawada to Ooty, India on May 10, 2025

8:00AM

Flight from Vijayawada to Bengaluru

Take an early morning flight from Vijayawada to Bengaluru, which is the nearest major airport to Ooty. Flights typically take around 1.5 hours.
INR3000, 1h30m

10:00AM

Road Trip Bengaluru to Ooty

Hire a taxi or take a bus for the scenic approx. 6-hour drive from Bengaluru to Ooty through the Nilgiri Hills.
INR2500, 6h0m

4:30PM

Check into Hotel in Ooty

Settle into your hotel for a relaxing evening in the hill station.
Rest of day

6:30PM

Dinner at Earl's Secret Restaurant

Enjoy a cozy dinner at Earl’s Secret, known for its heritage ambiance and delicious Indian and continental dishes.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 2: Explore Ooty

Ooty, India on May 11, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Sherlock

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Sherlock, a highly recommended café offering fresh continental and South Indian fare.
INR300, 1h

9:30AM

Visit Ooty Botanical Gardens

Explore the beautifully maintained Botanical Gardens, famous for its diverse plant species and lush greenery. Open 8:30 AM to 6 PM.
INR30, 2h

12:00PM

Lunch at Garden Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Tamil Nadu cuisine at the Garden Restaurant inside the town center.
INR500, 1h

1:30PM

Ride the Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Take a heritage toy train ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway from Ooty to Coonoor and back, enjoying stunning mountain views. Operates 9 AM to 4 PM.
INR300, 3h

5:00PM

Visit Ooty Lake

Relax by the scenic Ooty Lake with options for boating and street snacks nearby. Open until 7 PM.
INR50, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Place to Bee

Dine at Place to Bee, a café popular for its wood-fired pizzas and relaxed atmosphere.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 3: Ooty to Kodaikanal

Ooty to Kodaikanal, India on May 12, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy an early breakfast at your hotel to fuel up for the journey to Kodaikanal.
Included, 1h

8:00AM

Drive from Ooty to Kodaikanal

Travel approximately 6 hours by road through picturesque Western Ghats valleys. Taxi or rental car recommended.
INR3000, 6h

2:00PM

Check-in and Lunch at Guesthouse

Check-in at your Kodaikanal accommodation and have lunch at a local guesthouse specializing in Tamil Nadu cuisine.
INR600, 1h30m

4:00PM

Kodaikanal Lake Walk & Boating

Stroll around the serene Kodaikanal Lake and enjoy pedal boating; lake open 8 AM to 6 PM. Boats cost extra.
INR200, 2h

7:00PM

Dinner at Cloud Street

Relish contemporary and international dishes at this trendy café in Kodaikanal.
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 4: Explore Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal, India on May 13, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Tava Vegetarian Restaurant

Start with a sumptuous vegetarian breakfast offering local delicacies.
INR300, 1h

9:30AM

Coaker's Walk and Bryant Park

Walk the scenic Coaker’s Walk overlooking valleys, then visit Bryant Park for its botanical variety. Both open from early morning till evening.
Free, 2h

12:00PM

Lunch at Curry Chatty

Taste authentic Chettinad dishes and South Indian curries in this local favourite spot.
INR500, 1h

1:30PM

Visit Pillar Rocks and Guna Caves

Explore the famous Pillar Rocks and nearby Guna Caves, known for unique rock formations and panoramic views. Best to go in early afternoon.
INR50, 2h

4:00PM

Tea and Snacks at Pastry Corner

Relax with hot tea and fresh pastries at one of Kodaikanal’s oldest cafés.
INR200, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Tiffin Biryani

Savour flavorful biryani and local delicacies in this casual dining spot.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 5: Return to Vijayawada

Kodaikanal to Vijayawada, India on May 14, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast and Check-out

Early breakfast at your hotel followed by check-out to start your return journey.
Included, 1h

8:00AM

Drive to Madurai or Coimbatore Airport

Travel approx. 3-4 hours by road to Madurai or Coimbatore airport to catch your flight to Vijayawada.
INR2500, 4h

1:00PM

Flight to Vijayawada

Take afternoon flight from Madurai or Coimbatore to Vijayawada, ending your trip comfortably.
INR3000, 1h30m
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