Coonoor Hills Tour | Coonoor Hill Station Holidays Package

OVERVIEW- Located in the Nilgiri district of Tamil Nadu, Coonoor is a popular hill station famous for its tea production and adventure sports. The city holds a great attraction among the trekkers and hikers hailing from all around the world. Nestled at an altitude of 1,850 meters above sea level, it is the second largest hill station in the Nilgiri Hills. The place has a great historical backdrop as it had been the sojourn to Toda tribe. It is said that the grandiose hill was found by the British, who came over to visit and enjoy their summer vacations here during the 19th century.

BENGALURU- Bengaluru, the Garden City of India is also the capital of Karnataka. The city ranks as one of the fastest growing cities in Asia. Its pleasant climate, friendly people and its highly educated population have made this Silicon Valley of India. Almost all computer related multinationals are setting up their Indian head office at Bengaluru. This garden city of India has many gardens and boulevards. There are number of places of tourist interest in and around Bengaluru.

KOCHI (COCHIN) - Kochi is the commercial capital and the most cosmopolitan city of Kerala, Kochi along with its mainland part, Ernakulum is also known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea. With one of the finest natural harbors in the world, Kochi is the most modern city of Kerala where the best shopping markets are located.

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.

COONOOR- Coonoor situated at an altitude of 4927 meters id the second largest hill station in Nilgiri region after Ooty. It is located about 19 km to the south of Ooty. It is famous for lush green views of Nilgiri hills with an extensive variety of wildflowers and birds it is home to. It also abounds in sprawling vegetation, tea bushes, coffee plantation and a profusion of sunflowers, marigolds and rhododendrons, mountains and lovely waterfalls.

Tour Destination: Bengaluru/Kochi/Coimbatore - Coonoor - Bengaluru/Kochi/Coimbatore

Travel Duration: 02 Nights/03 Days

DAY 1: BENGALURU/KOCHI/COIMBATORE - COONOOR

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

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 2: COONOOR

After breakfast at hotel, visit Coonoor.

SIM'S PARK- Bounded by the breathtaking contours of land over a hundred years, this amazing park was developed. The park, spread over 12 hectares, was developed by Mr. J.D. Sims and Major Murray in the year 1874. The park contains naturally occurring trees, creepers, shrubs besides many unusual plant species.

DOLPHIN NOSE VIEWPOINT- A huge rock, the Dolphin's Nose resembles a dolphin's nose and is located at 1000 feet above sea level. The road to this popular viewpoint goes through hairpin turns and breath stopping narrow roads. Once you reach the rock, you can see jaw-dropping gorges on both the sides of it that will surely give you an adrenalin thrill.

HIDDEN VALLEY- The Hidden Valley, nestled in the beautiful hills of Coonoor, is splashed with a lush, green landscape and with the enchanting mountain-views at the backdrop, every footstep seems a marvel. Since the valley is not totally accessible, hence a trek is necessary to savour its beauty.

CATHERINE'S FALLS- St. Catherine Falls is situated around the sphere surrounding of Coonoor. It is located at a height of 250 feet and has a special place in the heart of the visitors. The name of the Catherine Falls is perceived to be baptized after the wife of M.D. Cockburn. The pretty lady was believed to have spread the coffee plantation to Kotagiri region.

DROOG FORT- Droog Fort served Tipu Sultan as his outpost in the 18th century. at a distance of about 15 kilometres from Coonoor town the fort is based at an elevation of 600 feet from sea level, tourists need to trek their way through the tea gardens to make it to the famous tourist attraction.

ST. GEORGE CHURCH- The church is a work-of-art in the history of Coonoor. The church is the unique example of an archetypal Cantonment Church. It was established by Colonel J.T.Boileau in 1826. A number of travelers from across the world come here to see the beauty of this magnificent church.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 3: COONOOR - BENGALURU/KOCHI/COIMBATORE

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

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