Luxury Highlights of Kodaikānal

Discover central Kodaikānal with a walk along the cliff edge, garden strolls, lake boating, and afternoon shopping.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cloud Street

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy fresh baked goods, wood-fired breakfast items, and coffee in a cosy setting.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Sightseeing at Coaker's Walk

   09:30 – 11:00

   Walk along the paved pedestrian path offering panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and plains.

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3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Nature Walk in Bryant Park

   11:15 – 12:30

   Stroll through manicured gardens featuring a wide collection of horticultural species and flowers.

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4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Silver Oak Restaurant

   12:45 – 14:00

   Dine on fine Indian and international cuisine inside The Carlton hotel overlooking the lake.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Boating at Kodaikanal Lake

   14:30 – 16:00

   Rent a rowboat or pedal boat to navigate the tranquil star-shaped artificial lake.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Kodaikanal Anna Salai Market

   16:15 – 17:30

   Browse local shops for home-made chocolates, aromatic oils, spices, and souvenirs.

7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Kerala Handicrafts Market

   17:45 – 19:00

   Explore regional artisan items, wooden carved goods, textiles, and traditional craft gifts.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Ten Degrees

   19:30 – 21:00

   Savour gourmet continental and pan-Asian dishes in an upscale ambience.

Head into the forested edges of Kodaikānal for rewarding treks, ancient rock formations, and peaceful temples.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Pastry Corner

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start the morning with fresh pastries, hot coffee, and breakfast sandwiches.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Outdoor

   Hiking to Dolphin's Nose

   09:30 – 11:30

   Hike down the rocky trail to reach the protruding rock cliff point overlooking deep chasms.

3. 11:45|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Exploring Guna Caves

   11:45 – 12:30

   Observe the narrow rock valleys and dense root formations surrounding the famous cavern site.

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4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Royal Tibetan Restaurant

   12:45 – 14:00

   Taste authentic Tibetan momos, thukpa, and local hill-station specialties.

5. 14:30|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Pine Forest

   14:30 – 15:30

   Walk among towering pine trees and enjoy the cool shaded atmosphere for photos.

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6. 15:45|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Kurinji Andavar Temple

   15:45 – 17:00

   Visit the hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, known for its association with the rare Kurinji flower.

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7. 17:15|18:30
   

   Outdoor

   Trek to Bear Shola Falls

   17:15 – 18:30

   Take a short forest trail trek to view the quiet waterfall nestled inside a wooded enclave.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at The Tamarind Tree

   19:30 – 21:00

   Relax over a multicuisine dinner featuring South Indian delicacies and outdoor seating.

Combine morning waterfall walks and scenic strolls with afternoon lake relaxation and local market browsing.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Alto's Townview Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy morning tea, fresh coffee, and breakfast plates with hill views.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Trek to Bear Shola Falls

   09:30 – 11:00

   Revisit the forest waterfall in the crisp morning light for photography and fresh air.

3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Sightseeing at Coaker's Walk

   11:15 – 12:30

   Enjoy a morning stroll along the walkway when mist and cloud cover hover over the valleys.

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4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Tavisha Restaurant

   12:45 – 14:00

   Dine on hearty Indian meals and local specialities in a modern setting.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Boating at Kodaikanal Lake

   14:30 – 16:00

   Take a relaxing afternoon boat ride across the lake.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Nature Walk in Bryant Park

   16:15 – 17:30

   Spend time exploring the glasshouse and flower beds inside the park grounds.

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7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Kodaikanal Anna Salai Market

   17:45 – 19:00

   Pick up final purchases of handmade chocolates, local crafts, and hill spices.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Munster Cottage Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   End the trip with a fine dining meal serving European and Indian fare in a heritage cottage setting.