Coimbatore & Nilgiris Luxury Heritage & Nature Escape

Begin the trip exploring ancient Chola-era architecture, natural history collections, and local art before settling into an evening of high-end silk shopping.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Annapoorna Gowrishankar

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy traditional South Indian breakfast specialties and South Indian filter coffee at a famed local staple.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Perur Pateeswarar Temple

   09:30 – 11:00

   Visit this ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, renowned for its intricately carved stone pillars and Kanaka Sabha hall.

   • entryFree
3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Gass Forest Museum

   11:15 – 12:30

   Explore one of India's oldest forestry museums housing rare specimens, timber samples, and wildlife exhibits.

   • entryFree
4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Haribhavanam Restaurant

   12:45 – 14:00

   Sample authentic Kongunadu cuisine prepared with traditional regional spices.

5. 14:30|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Art gallery

   14:30 – 15:30

   Browse regional artwork and contemporary visual displays highlighting local heritage.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   VOC Park and Zoo

   16:00 – 17:30

   Stroll through the shaded park grounds and view local botanical and animal exhibits.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Oppanakara Street

   17:45 – 19:15

   Browse premier textile boutiques specializing in Kovai Kora cotton and fine silk sarees.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Savya Rasa

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on fine-dining South Indian dishes in an atmosphere decorated with regional antiques.

Travel to sacred hillside sanctuaries and spiritual centers before returning to the central city for shopping.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Sri Krishna Sweets & Tiffin

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy fresh tiffin items and regional delicacies.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Marudamalai Temple Visit

   09:30 – 11:00

   Ascend the Western Ghats foothill to visit the 12th-century Murugan temple set against granite slopes.

   • entryFree
3. 11:30|13:00
   

   Shopping

   Isha Yoga Centre - Coimbatore With Lunch

   11:30 – 13:00

   Tour the peaceful grounds of the Isha Yoga Center, view the Adiyogi statue, and shop for wellness goods.

4. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at WelcomCafe Kovai

   13:00 – 14:00

   Relish a curated buffet and multi-cuisine lunch spread.

5. 14:30|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Eachanari Vinayagar Temple

   14:30 – 15:45

   Pay respects at this historic shrine dedicated to Lord Ganesha, featuring a prominent six-foot idol.

   • entryFree
6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Town Hall

   16:15 – 17:30

   Walk past historic Victorian civic buildings and bustling street markets in central Coimbatore.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Shopping

   Brookefields Mall Shopping

   17:45 – 19:15

   Shop luxury global brands, local jewelry, and designer wear in a modern shopping complex.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Pavilion at The Residency Towers

   19:30 – 21:00

   Indulge in a premium buffet dining experience featuring international and Indian fare.

Take a private vehicle excursion into the Nilgiri hills to explore Coonoor before returning for city sights.

1. 07:30|08:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Anandhaas Restaurant

   07:30 – 08:30

   Start the day with warm dosas, vadas, and fresh juices.

2. 09:00|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Day Trip to Coonoor (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Ooty)

   09:00 – 12:30

   Drive up scenic hill roads to Coonoor to admire tea gardens and mountain viewpoints.

3. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Cariyappa's Cafe in Coonoor

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy gourmet coffee and light continental lunch dishes in the hills.

4. 14:00|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Town Hall

   14:00 – 15:15

   Discover heritage civic landmarks and historic streetscapes upon returning to Coimbatore.

   • entryFree
5. 15:30|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Art gallery

   15:30 – 16:45

   View rotating exhibitions featuring contemporary South Indian artists.

   • entryFree
6. 17:00|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   VOC Park and Zoo

   17:00 – 18:00

   Take a relaxed afternoon walk around the manicured park grounds.

   • entryFree
7. 18:15|19:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Oppanakara Street

   18:15 – 19:15

   Explore specialty weaving shops for handcrafted cotton textiles.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Latest Recipe at Le Meridien

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on modern global culinary creations in a sophisticated hotel setting.

Experience guided botanical walks in Ooty followed by an afternoon nature safari drive.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Hari Bhavanam

   08:00 – 09:00

   Savor regional breakfast options and fresh filter coffee.

2. 09:30|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Muesum & Garden Tour of Ooty (4 Hours Guided Walking Tour)

   09:30 – 12:30

   Stroll through historic botanical gardens and museums highlighting colonial mountain history.

   • entryINR 1120
3. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Earl's Secret in Ooty

   12:30 – 13:30

   Dine inside a colonial mansion surrounded by lush gardens.

4. 14:00|16:30
   

   Outdoor

   Parambikulam Tiger Reserve Safari

   14:00 – 16:30

   Embark on an outdoor wilderness trip into forested habitats home to native wildlife.

5. 17:00|17:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Gass Forest Museum

   17:00 – 17:45

   Revisit rare museum displays on timber technology and forestry conservation.

   • entryFree
6. 18:00|18:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Perur Pateeswarar Temple

   18:00 – 18:45

   Observe evening temple rituals and lamps illuminated across the courtyard.

   • entryFree
7. 18:50|19:25
   

   Shopping

   Brookefields Mall Shopping

   18:50 – 19:25

   Browse fashion collections and local handicrafts at leisure.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Great Kabab Factory at Radisson Blu

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy succulent kebabs and North Indian specialties served at your table.

Conclude the journey with a peaceful visit to Velliangiri foothills, a final nature outing, and boutique shopping.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at The French Door Cafe & Restaurant

   08:00 – 09:00

   Savor artisan pastries, eggs Benedict, and gourmet coffee in a European bistro setting.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Shopping

   Isha Yoga Centre - Coimbatore

   09:30 – 11:30

   Spend time at the meditation halls and browse organic clothing, crafts, and wellness products.

3. 11:45|12:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Marudamalai Temple Visit

   11:45 – 12:45

   Take in panoramic valley views from the hilltop temple sanctuary.

   • entryFree
4. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Valarmathi Kongunaattu Samayal

   13:00 – 14:00

   Enjoy traditional non-vegetarian regional specialties cooked in clay pots.

5. 14:30|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Eachanari Vinayagar Temple

   14:30 – 15:30

   Visit the peaceful temple courtyard before heading out for afternoon outdoor activities.

   • entryFree
6. 15:45|17:45
   

   Outdoor

   Parambikulam Tiger Reserve Safari

   15:45 – 17:45

   Enjoy a final outdoor wildlife excursion through protected forest ranges.

7. 18:00|19:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Oppanakara Street

   18:00 – 19:15

   Pick up last-minute silk items, traditional sweets, and local souvenirs.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Red Pearl at The Residency Towers

   19:30 – 21:00

   Celebrate the trip with fine Chinese cuisine served in an upscale atmosphere.