8 days in India Itinerary

A cool and relaxing hill station, Kodaikanal has long attracted visitors up to its privileged position in the Western Ghats.

On the 27th (Wed), stop by The Cocoa Bean and then explore the ancient world of Dolmen Circle.

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Pune to Kodaikanal is an approximately 6-hour combination of flight and taxi. You can also drive; or take a bus. In November, daytime highs in Kodaikanal are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Thu) so you can drive to Ooty (Udhagamandalam).

Tea gardens and eucalyptus trees scent the air of the fields surrounding Ooty, a popular summer tourism destination up in the hills.

On the 29th (Fri), explore the activities along Ooty Lake, admire the natural beauty at Botanical Gardens, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Doddabetta Peak.

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Drive from Kodaikanal to Ooty (Udhagamandalam) in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of taxi, train, and bus. In November, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Sultan Bathery.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Sat): deepen your understanding at Regional Agricultural Research Station, explore the fascinating underground world of Edakkal Caves, then pause for some serene contemplation at Assumption Forane Church, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Sree Maha Ganapathy Temple.

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Drive from Ooty (Udhagamandalam) to Sultan Bathery in 3 hours. In November, daily temperatures in Sultan Bathery can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can travel to Mananthavady.

On the 1st (Sun), take in the awesome beauty at Korome Mosque, view the masterpieces at Valmeekam Clay Art Gallery, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Thrissillery Shiva Temple, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Valliyoorkavu Bhagavathi Temple.

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Getting from Sultan Bathery to Mananthavady by car takes about 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in November, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) so you can travel to Madikeri.

Madikeri is a hill station town in Karnataka state, India. Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): make a trip to Raja's Tomb ( Gadhige), then admire the sheer force of Abbi Falls, then take in nature's colorful creations at Raja's Seat, and finally experience rural life at Mercara Gold Estate - Coffee Plantation Tour Coorg.

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Traveling by car from Mananthavady to Madikeri takes 3 hours. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Mysuru (Mysore).

A historic and culturally distinctive city, Mysuru (Mysore) has all the stories, artworks, and architecture you'd hope to find in the former capital city of a rich kingdom.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Tue): ponder the design of Brindavan Garden, then explore the activities along Karanji Lake, then explore the historical opulence of Mysore Palace (Amba Vilas), and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Sri Chamundeshwari Temple. On the 4th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get to know the resident critters at Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Sri Nandi Temple, and then steep yourself in history at Somnathpura Temple.

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Traveling by car from Madikeri to Mysuru (Mysore) takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Mysuru (Mysore) are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.