Kodaikānal
Kodaikānal5days
5
Days
40
Activities
1
Location
15
Meals out
08:00
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Luxury Highlights of Kodaikānal

A 5-day itinerary exploring the scenic viewpoints, forests, lakes, and markets of Kodaikānal with daily dining at local establishments.

  • 14Food stops
  • 6Markets & shops
  • 5Sights
  • 4Hikes
  • 3Parks
  • 3Lakes
  • couples
  • families
  • solo
  • nature
  • sightseeing
  • shopping

Day by day

Day 1

Central Kodaikanal Scenery and Markets8 Activities

Walk along pedestrian paths, relax in landscaped parks, boat on the central lake, and browse local markets.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Aby's Cafe

    08:00 – 09:00

    Eat breakfast at a local cafe near the town centre before starting morning activities.

  2. 09:3010:45
    Sightseeing

    Sightseeing at Coaker's Walk

    09:30 – 10:45

    Walk along the paved pedestrian path overlooking the valley.

    • entryFree
  3. 11:0012:15
    Sightseeing

    Nature Walk in Bryant Park

    11:00 – 12:15

    Stroll through the botanical garden grounds near the lake.

    • entryFree
  4. 12:3013:45
    Food

    Lunch at Altaf's Cafe

    12:30 – 13:45

    Dine for lunch with views of the surrounding hills.

  5. 14:1515:45
    Outdoor

    Boating at Kodaikanal Lake

    14:15 – 15:45

    Rent a pedal or row boat for a session on the water.

  6. 16:1517:30
    Shopping

    Shopping at Kodaikanal Anna Salai Market

    16:15 – 17:30

    Browse local shops for chocolates, spices, and handmade goods.

  7. 17:4519:00
    Shopping

    Shopping at Kerala Handicrafts Market

    17:45 – 19:00

    Look through regional wooden items and textile crafts.

  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at The Royal Tibetan Restaurant

    19:30 – 21:00

    Have dinner featuring regional and Tibetan dishes.

Day 2

Waterfalls, Temples, and Forest Trails8 Activities

Visit Bear Shola Falls, stop by Kurinji Andavar Temple, and head out to the pine forests and rocky viewpoints.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Pastry Corner

    08:00 – 09:00

    Grab baked goods and warm beverages before departing for morning treks.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Outdoor

    Trek to Bear Shola Falls

    09:30 – 11:00

    Hike the forested pathway leading up to the waterfall area.

  3. 11:1512:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Kurinji Andavar Temple

    11:15 – 12:15

    Explore the hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Murugan.

    • entryFree
  4. 12:3013:45
    Food

    Lunch at Ten Degrees

    12:30 – 13:45

    Stop for lunch at a town center restaurant.

  5. 14:1515:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Pine Forest

    14:15 – 15:30

    Walk through the tall pine tree plantation trails.

    • entryFree
  6. 15:4517:00
    Sightseeing

    Exploring Guna Caves

    15:45 – 17:00

    View the deep rock formations surrounded by thick foliage.

    • entryFree
  7. 17:1518:45
    Outdoor

    Hiking to Dolphin's Nose

    17:15 – 18:45

    Follow the trail leading to the rock protruding over the valley.

  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Silver Oak Restaurant

    19:30 – 21:00

    Eat a late-evening dinner at a local hotel restaurant.

Day 3

Lakeside Walks and Souvenir Hunting8 Activities

Spend time around the town centre, visiting gardens, lakeside paths, and local handicraft stalls.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Cloud Street

    08:00 – 09:00

    Start the day with a meal at a popular central cafe.

  2. 09:3010:45
    Sightseeing

    Nature Walk in Bryant Park

    09:30 – 10:45

    Explore the horticultural flowerbeds and paved paths.

    • entryFree
  3. 11:0012:15
    Outdoor

    Boating at Kodaikanal Lake

    11:00 – 12:15

    Take a morning boat ride across the star-shaped lake.

  4. 12:3013:45
    Food

    Lunch at Muncheez

    12:30 – 13:45

    Eat lunch at an casual eatery in the main market area.

  5. 14:1515:30
    Sightseeing

    Sightseeing at Coaker's Walk

    14:15 – 15:30

    Enjoy afternoon views across the southern plains.

    • entryFree
  6. 15:4517:00
    Shopping

    Shopping at Kerala Handicrafts Market

    15:45 – 17:00

    Shop for rosewood carvings and traditional souvenirs.

  7. 17:1518:45
    Shopping

    Shopping at Kodaikanal Anna Salai Market

    17:15 – 18:45

    Purchase homemade chocolates, essential oils, and tea.

  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Hearth

    19:30 – 21:00

    Dine on Italian and western options for dinner.

Day 4

Hikes and Natural Formations8 Activities

Trek through mountain viewpoints, explore cave sites, and hike past pine groves and waterfalls.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Aby's Cafe

    08:00 – 09:00

    Eat a morning meal before heading to outdoor trails.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Outdoor

    Hiking to Dolphin's Nose

    09:30 – 11:00

    Walk downhill along the rocky path to the main viewpoint.

  3. 11:1512:15
    Sightseeing

    Exploring Guna Caves

    11:15 – 12:15

    Observe the cliffside cave structures from designated view areas.

    • entryFree
  4. 12:3013:45
    Food

    Lunch at Altaf's Cafe

    12:30 – 13:45

    Stop for a relaxed lunch while taking in hill views.

  5. 14:1515:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Pine Forest

    14:15 – 15:30

    Walk through the shaded pine trees.

    • entryFree
  6. 15:4517:00
    Outdoor

    Trek to Bear Shola Falls

    15:45 – 17:00

    Follow the stream trail up to the waterfall area.

  7. 17:1518:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Kurinji Andavar Temple

    17:15 – 18:30

    Visit the temple complex during the late afternoon.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at The Royal Tibetan Restaurant

    19:30 – 21:00

    Dine on noodles, momos, and soup for dinner.

Day 5

Final Scenery and Shopping Walk8 Activities

Revisit central viewpoints, enjoy a final boat session on Kodaikanal Lake, and complete remaining souvenir shopping.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Pastry Corner

    08:00 – 09:00

    Have coffee and breakfast snacks in the town center.

  2. 09:3010:45
    Sightseeing

    Sightseeing at Coaker's Walk

    09:30 – 10:45

    Take a final morning walk along the paved cliffside path.

    • entryFree
  3. 11:0012:15
    Outdoor

    Boating at Kodaikanal Lake

    11:00 – 12:15

    Spend time boating on the lake.

  4. 12:3013:45
    Food

    Lunch at Ten Degrees

    12:30 – 13:45

    Have lunch in town before afternoon market visits.

  5. 14:1515:30
    Sightseeing

    Nature Walk in Bryant Park

    14:15 – 15:30

    Stroll around the central lawns and flower beds.

    • entryFree
  6. 15:4517:00
    Shopping

    Shopping at Kodaikanal Anna Salai Market

    15:45 – 17:00

    Pick up last-minute chocolates and herbal products.

  7. 17:1518:45
    Shopping

    Shopping at Kerala Handicrafts Market

    17:15 – 18:45

    Browse remaining stalls for regional gifts.

  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Silver Oak Restaurant

    19:30 – 21:00

    Conclude the trip with dinner at Silver Oak Restaurant.

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