Ooty Wayanad Coorg Hills Tour | Wayanad Coorg Tours Package

OVERVIEW- Blessed with scores of natural treasures, South India always entices travelers from different nooks and corners of the globe. Some of the best gems in the treasure trove of South India are Ooty, Wayanad and Coorg. Resting in the lap of Mother Nature, these three are very beautiful hills stations that allure visitors with their charm. The towns are blessed with picturesque charm and scenic vistas. Other than the alluring atmosphere, this mesmerizing hill station is affluent with cultural and historical backdrop.

COIMBATORE- Situated on Nilgiri's foothills, Coimbatore is one of the fastest growing cities of India. It is a significant hub for the textile, education, commercial and IT sectors. Nestled in the state of Tamil Nadu, the city is located on the banks of the Noyyal River and surrounded by the Western Ghats, Coimbatore has beautiful landscapes, waterfalls, wildlife and numerous lakes making it a tourists paradise.

OOTY- Ooty, the capital of Nilgiris district and the Queen of hill stations nestled in the beautiful Nilgiris Mountains is the land of picturesque picnic spots. It was a popular summer gateway of Britishers during the colonial days due to its high altitude (2240 meters above sea level). The travelers are greeted by the dense forest, sprawling grasslands, lofty mountains and numerous tea gardens on most of the routes. And shop for souvenirs at the popular local markets.

WAYANAD- Wayanad, the green paradise is nestled among the mountains of the Western Ghats, forming the border world of the greener part of Kerala. Clean and pristine, enchanting and hypnotizing, this land is filled with history and culture. Located at a distance of 76 km. from the sea shores of Kozhikode, this verdant hill station is full of plantations, forests and wildlife.

COORG- Coorg is very beautiful and enchanting hill station in Karnataka in South India. It is located at 1100 m above the sea level Coorg presents picturesque beauty studded with traditional dark tiled cottages and scintillating flowers. It looks like a mini paradise. Coorg offers great opportunities for the adventure loving people for trekking and rock climbing.

Tour Destination: Coimbatore - Ooty - Wayanad - Coorg - Coimbatore

Travel Duration: 06 Nights/07 Days

DAY 1: COIMBATORE - OOTY

Today drive to the beautiful hill station Ooty. Transfer to hotel. Enjoy the remaining day at leisure.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 2: OOTY

After breakfast at hotel, visit the Queen of the Blue Mountains- Ooty.

BOTANICAL GARDEN- The garden is very popular with nature lovers and those who long to walk among greenery and see rare ferns and shrubs up close. It is located at the slopes of the Doddabetta peak. The terraced garden is maintained by the Tamil Nadu horticultural society and covers an area of 22 hectares.

OOTY LAKE- Covering an area of around 65 acres, the Ooty Lake is a manmade lake formed in 1824 under the British. It features a boathouse which offers boating facilities to the visitors and is famous for for boating on the lake or enjoy their favorite outdoor activity of fishing.

DODDABETTA PARK- It is the highest point in the district, making it possibly the best vantage point around Ooty. The picturesque Nilgiris and the amazing views this place has to offer. This place offers amazing trek spots and plenty of quiet and picturesque locations to solitary wanderers like me.

LAMB'S ROCK- another vantage point that is ideal for taking pictures and is a wonderful picnic spot.

PYKARA RIVER- Known as a sacred place for the Toda people, Pykara River flows through the plateau and form several cascades and waterfalls. The Pykara falls are one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ooty and are famous for the shola trees, Toda settlements and wildlife.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 3: OOTY - WAYANAD

Today drive to Wayanad- "Land of Paddy Fields". Transfer to hotel.

In the afternoon enjoy the mystic quality of awe inspiring mountain views and the plantations where tea, coffee, rubber, pepper and cardamom gently coexist with the rich diversity of tranquil sub-tropical forests. With a cool climate and lush greenery Wayanad enjoys a pleasant climate the whole year.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 4: WAYANAD

After breakfast spend the whole day enjoying Bird Watching, Boating and rickshaw rides at the sanctuary.

BANASURA SAGAR DAM- The dame is considered to be the largest earth dam in India and the second largest in Asia. Positioned at a distance of around 21 km away from Kalpetta, this dam is made up of boulders and huge stacks of stones.

CHEMBRA PEAK- Highest peak in the Wayanad region of Kerala, Chembra Peak stands at an altitude of 2100 meters above sea level. The peak is close to the town of Meppady, which makes the hill easily accessible on foot.Â Being nestled amidst the beautiful Wayanad hills and the adjoining Nilgiri hills, trek to the peak is a certainly a rejuvenating affair.

EDAKKAL CAVES- The caves is the treasured site of Neolithic and Mesolithic rock inscriptions located in Ambukuthy Mala in the Wayanad district of Kerala. Located at 1200 meters above sea level, the caves are covered in lush environs of the hills. Edakkal is one of the earliest centres of human habitation.

WAYANAD WILDLIFE SANCTUARY- Made up of 2 broken patches- Tholpetty and Muthanga, the sanctuary covers an area of 344.44 sq km. The rugged wild charm attracts a crazy number of travelers from all around. This wildlife reserve is also close to Nagarhole Range of Karnataka and Kurichiat Ranges within Kerala.

POOKODE LAKE- This is a lovely freshwater lake that is around 15 km from the Kalpetta town. The scenic beauty and the peaceful environment are real charmers. The lush surrounding of the lake is popular amid nature lovers and photographers. The lake is the originating point the Panamaram stream, one of the main tributaries of River Kabini.

MEENMUTTY FALLS- Situated close to Neelimala, the spectacular Meenmutty Falls can be reached through a 2 km trekking route from the main road connecting Ooty and Wayanad. It is the largest of waterfalls in the district of Wayanad with its three stage falls dropping from about 300 metres.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 5: WAYANAD - COORG

Today drive to the beautiful hill station Coorg (Kodagu). Transfer to hotel. Evening free to enjoy the wonders of nature in Coorg.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 6: COORG

After breakfast, full day city tour of Coorg

RAJA SEAT- Raja's Seat in the town of Madikeri is where the kings would sit and watch the sunsets with their consorts. This is considered one of South India's most scenic locations. The view from Raja's Seat is breathtaking as you gaze upon the green valleys and towering hills.

OMKARESHWARA TEMPLE- The temple was established in 1820 by Lingarajendra II with Mumammadan style architecture, which featured a center dome and four corners with turrets. It is dedicated to Lord Siva You will find minarets of Dodaveearaja and Lingaraja with Nandi Bull on the top of minarets. The carvings on it include many manifestations of Lord Shiva.

ABBI FALLS- Coorg's most popular waterfall is a 5 km drive from the main town.

BYLE KUPPE- It is one of the largest Tibetan settlements in south India. It has several monasteries and the prominent among these are the Great Gompa of Sera Je and Sera Mey and the Namdroling monastery. The gold-coated Buddhist statues in the monastery are imposing and unique, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Tibetans.

KAKKABE- The town is the largest producer of honey in South East Asia.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 7: COORG - COIMBATORE

Day free for leisure and later, drive back to Kochi/Coimbatore to catch your flights/train towards onward destination.

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