3-Day Scenic Escape from Ernakulam to Kodaikanal, Pondicherry, and Kookal

Day 1: Hill Station Exploration

Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu on May 26, 2025

3:00am

Departure from Ernakulam

Start your journey early morning by road to Kodaikanal to make the most of the day at this beautiful hill station.
INR0, 7h0m

10:00am

Breakfast at Cloud Street

Enjoy a hearty breakfast in Kodaikanal at Cloud Street, famous for fresh baked goods and coffee. Opens at 8:30am.
INR300, 1h0m

11:00am

Visit Kodaikanal Lake

Explore the serene Kodaikanal Lake with options for boating and cycling around the lake. Open all day.
INR150, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Pastry Corner

Try local Kerala and Tamil Nadu delicacies with a lakeside view at Pastry Corner. Typically open from 11am to 5pm.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Coaker's Walk

Walk the scenic Coaker's Walk, a pleasant paved path offering panoramic views of the plains below. Open all day.
INR0, 1h0m

3:00pm

Pillar Rocks Visit

See the majestic Pillar Rocks formation, one of Kodaikanal’s iconic natural attractions. Open all day.
INR0, 1h0m

5:00pm

Check-in and Rest at Hotel

Relax and refresh at a hotel like The Carlton, which offers cozy accommodation in Kodaikanal.
INR3000, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Cloud Street

Return to Cloud Street for a delightful dinner experience with a variety of dishes and ambient atmosphere.
INR500, 1h30m
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Day 2: Coastal Charm

Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu on May 27, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast and Check-out

Have a quick breakfast at the hotel before checking out and heading to Pondicherry.
INR300, 1h0m

7:00am

Travel to Pondicherry

Drive approximately 5 hours from Kodaikanal to Pondicherry, enjoying changing landscapes en route.
INR0, 5h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Le Dupleix

Experience French colonial cuisine in a charming heritage hotel setting. Open from 12pm to 3:30pm.
INR800, 1h30m

1:30pm

Explore Promenade Beach

Relax at Promenade Beach, a promenade lined with banyan trees and colonial architecture.
INR0, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Auroville

Travel to Auroville, the experimental township 15 minutes from central Pondicherry, open daily.
INR0, 2h0m

4:30pm

Coffee Break at Café des Arts

Enjoy coffee and artsy vibes at this popular café on the White Town streets. Open until 10pm.
INR250, 1h0m

5:30pm

Check-in to Hotel de l'Orient

Experience stay at a well-rated heritage hotel close to the beach in Pondicherry.
INR3500, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Villa Shanti

Dine on inventive Indian and French fusion dishes in a beautiful colonial bungalow. Open until 10pm.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 3: Village and Return

Kookal and Ernakulam on May 28, 2025

6:30am

Early Breakfast and Check-out

Begin your day early with breakfast at the hotel before heading toward Kookal village.
INR300, 1h0m

7:30am

Travel to Kookal

Drive about 3 hours from Pondicherry to Kookal, a peaceful village known for its natural beauty and cultural heritage.
INR0, 3h0m

10:30am

Explore Kookal Village

Experience village life and explore the scenic surroundings of Kookal, including local temples and traditional markets.
INR0, 2h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Village Home Kitchen

Enjoy traditional Tamil Nadu home-cooked meals at a local eatery famous for authentic flavors.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Return to Ernakulam

Start the drive back to Ernakulam, expected to take around 6 hours, concluding your scenic trip on arrival.
INR0, 6h0m
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