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3-Day Scenic and Cultural Tour from Mysore to Kodaikanal

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Day 1: Travel and Arrival

Mysore to Kodaikanal, India on June 24, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Mysore

Enjoy a traditional South Indian breakfast at Vinayaka Mylari, famous for its soft dosas and filter coffee, open from 6am to 11am.

INR100, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to Kodaikanal

Start your scenic 6-hour road trip from Mysore to Kodaikanal passing through lush Western Ghats landscapes.

INR1500 (car hire), 6h0m

2:00pm

Check in and Lunch

Check into your hotel and have lunch at Royal Tibet Kitchen, offering authentic Tibetan and local dishes, open 12pm to 9pm.

INR400, 1h0m

3:30pm

Coaker's Walk

Take a relaxing stroll on Coaker's Walk, a paved pedestrian path with panoramic views of the plains below, perfect for sunset photography. Open all day, best visited before sunset.

Free, 1h0m

5:00pm

Bryant Park Visit

Explore Bryant Park to see exotic flowers and plant species; park opens until 6pm and charges a small entry fee.

INR30, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Cloud Street

Dine at Cloud Street, a popular cafe known for creative fusion dishes and desserts, open until 10pm.

INR600, 1h30m

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Day 2: Nature and Sightseeing

Kodaikanal, India on June 25, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Pastry Corner

Start with a freshly baked croissant and filter coffee at Pastry Corner, a local favorite open from 7am.

INR150, 45m

8:30am

Visit Kodaikanal Lake

Enjoy boating or cycling around this serene star-shaped lake open daily from 6am to 7pm, a central attraction ideal for early morning peace.

INR100 (boating), 2h0m

11:00am

Pillar Rocks

Head to Pillar Rocks, three majestic giant rock pillars rising 400 ft high, a must-see geological wonder just 8 km from the town center.

INR30, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Curry Room

Enjoy a flavorful lunch featuring traditional Tamil Nadu cuisine at Curry Room, open 11:30am to 3pm.

INR350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Silver Cascade Waterfall

Visit Silver Cascade Falls on the way back to town; this 180 ft waterfall is a great spot to relax and take photos, open all day.

Free, 1h0m

3:30pm

Exploring the Pine Forest

Walk through the tranquil pine forest near the lake, perfect for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.

Free, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Ten Degrees

Savor a mix of Indian and international dishes with stunning views at Ten Degrees, open until 10pm.

INR700, 1h30m

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Day 3: Viewpoints and Return

Kodaikanal to Mysore, India on June 26, 2025

7:00am

Light Breakfast at Hotel

Grab a quick, light breakfast at your hotel before an active morning around Kodaikanal.

Included, 30m

7:30am

Guna Caves (Devil’s Kitchen)

Visit the mysterious Guna Caves known for their deep narrow passageways and lush surroundings; best to go early as guided visits are recommended. Open from 7am to 5pm.

INR20, 1h0m

9:00am

Green Valley View (Suicide Point)

Witness spectacular views from this lookout over a deep valley, an iconic spot for panoramic photography, open all day.

INR30, 45m

10:00am

Local Market Shopping

Explore the local market for homemade chocolates, spices, and handicrafts, open till 5pm.

Varies, 1h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Tava Vegetarian Restaurant

Enjoy a wholesome vegetarian lunch known for its North and South Indian fare, open 11am to 3pm.

INR300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Drive back to Mysore

Begin your return journey to Mysore, enjoying comfortable highway travel with stops as needed for refreshments.

INR1500 (car hire), 6h0m

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3-Day Scenic and Cultural Tour from Mysore to Kodaikanal

Day 1: Travel and Arrival

7:00am

8:00am

2:00pm

3:30pm

5:00pm

7:00pm

Day 2: Nature and Sightseeing

7:30am

8:30am

11:00am

12:30pm

2:00pm

3:30pm

6:30pm

Day 3: Viewpoints and Return

7:00am

7:30am

9:00am

10:00am

12:00pm

1:30pm

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