Grand Southern Hills Journey
Curated by Ghilli Dilli Tours and Travel (OPC) Private Limited
Ooty • Coonoor • Munnar • Wayanad
- South India Hills
- 11D/10N
- Per Person
QUICK OVERVIEW (ABOVE THE FOLD)
Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Destinations Covered: Ooty • Coonoor • Munnar • Wayanad
Departure City: Chennai (Primary Operations Hub)
Other Indian Cities: Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru & others available on request
Category: Scenic • Slow Travel • Nature Immersion
Starting Price: ₹64,999 per person*
₹64,999/Person
*Prices vary based on season, hotel category & availability
PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS
- Four distinct South Indian hill experiences in one journey
- Lakes, gardens, tea estates, national parks & forest retreats
- Nilgiri Toy Train experience (Ooty → Coonoor)
- Carefully paced travel days — no sightseeing overload
- Long stays in each destination for depth, not rush
- Perfect balance of scenery, calm, and gentle exploration
- Designed to feel restorative, not tiring
PACKAGE OVERVIEW
Grand Southern Hills Journey is built for travellers who want to experience the full emotional arc of South India’s hill regions — without burnout.
Instead of rushing between destinations, this itinerary slows everything down. Each region is given time to breathe: Ooty eases you in, Coonoor softens the pace, Munnar lifts you into mist and height, and Wayanad grounds you back into forest stillness.
Travel days are kept clean. Sightseeing days are clustered geographically. Free evenings are intentional. If you want a long holiday that still feels calm by the end — this is the one.
PACKAGE PRICE OPTIONS
(Per person, twin sharing | Excluding travel to Coimbatore / Calicut)
Standard Package
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3★ hotels across all destinations
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Clean, comfortable rooms with good connectivity
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Daily breakfast
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Private AC vehicle for the entire journey
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All sightseeing as per itinerary
Deluxe Package
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4★ hotels & resorts in scenic locations
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Upgraded rooms with valley / garden views
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One curated experience per destination
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Tea walk, café, or plantation visit
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More comfortable long-drive experience
Premium Package
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5★ heritage, tea estate & forest resorts
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Spacious rooms / villas with privacy & views
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Wellness or signature experience in Munnar & Wayanad
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Extra-comfort private vehicle for long transitions
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Priority room locations
ACCOMMODATION DETAILS
- Standard (3★): Comfortable hotels with good access & reliability
- Deluxe (4★): Scenic resorts with upgraded rooms & surroundings
- Premium (5★): Heritage, tea estate & forest resorts offering privacy & luxury
Exact hotel & vehicle details shared prior to confirmation.
DAY–BY–DAY ITINERARY
- Included & Excluded
- Accommodation as per selected category
- Daily breakfast
- Private AC vehicle & driver
- Sightseeing mentioned in itinerary
- Toll, parking & driver allowance
- 24×7 travel assistance
- Flights / train tickets
- Entry fees & activities
- Toy train tickets (subject to availability)
- Lunches & personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
- Day 1
- Arrive at Coimbatore and begin the scenic hill drive to Ooty
- Gradual ascent through eucalyptus forests and hairpin bends
- Hotel check-in and time to rest after the drive
- Visit Ooty Lake for a relaxed lakeside walk or optional boating
- Explore the Government Botanical Gardens
- Leisure time to stroll, sit, and ease into the mountain air
Ooty
- Day 2
- Early visit to Doddabetta Peak — the highest point in the Nilgiris
- Clear views across rolling hills and valleys
- Drive through Pine Forest (7th Mile) for short walks and photography
- Visit Sandynallah / Kamraj Sagar Dam — quiet waters, expansive views
- Return to hotel
- Free evening for rest, café time, or sunset views
Ooty
- Day 3
- Visit St. Stephen’s Church — colonial architecture and calm surroundings
- Leisure café hopping or local market exploration
- Return to hotel early to rest and pack
- Free evening with no sightseeing commitments
Ooty
- Day 4
- Board the Nilgiri Mountain Railway (Toy Train) from Ooty to Coonoor
- Slow journey through tunnels, bridges, and tea slopes (subject to availability)
- Arrival in Coonoor and hotel check-in
- Visit Sim’s Park for a relaxed garden walk
- Leisure evening to enjoy Coonoor’s quieter pace
Coonoor
- Day 5
- Visit Lamb’s Rock for sweeping valley views
- Continue to Dolphin’s Nose viewpoint overlooking Catherine Falls
- Tea estate walk and visit to a Tea Factory (processing & tasting)
- Return to hotel by late afternoon
- Free evening to rest or enjoy the cool air
Coonoor
- Day 6
- Early breakfast and departure from Coonoor
- Scenic forest and ghat road drive through changing landscapes
- Lunch en route (own arrangement)
- Arrival in Munnar
- Hotel check-in and complete rest
Munnar
- Day 7
- Visit Eravikulam National Park (Rajamalai sector)
- Grasslands, wildlife habitats, and panoramic views
- Tea garden walk and leisure lunch
- Return to hotel early
- Free evening for rest, balcony time, or spa (optional)
Munnar
- Day 8
- Visit Mattupetty Dam and surrounding lake views
- Drive up to Top Station for misty valley panoramas
- Return to hotel by mid-afternoon
- Spa, relaxation, or free time
Munnar
- Day 9
- Breakfast and departure from Munnar
- Arrival in Wayanad by early afternoon
- Resort check-in and settling into forest surroundings
- Leisure time — forest sounds, quiet walks, rest
Wayanad
- Day 10
- Early visit to Edakkal Caves (moderate climb)
- Visit Banasura Sagar Dam
- Explore Kuruvadweep (Kuruva Island) — riverine forest setting
- Return to resort and unwind
Wayanad
- Day 11
- Leisure breakfast
- Hotel checkout
- Transfer to Calicut / Mysore / onward journey
TRANSPORT & TRANSFERS
Private AC vehicle provided for:
- Entire intercity journey
- All sightseeing as per itinerary
- Arrival & departure transfers
TRAVEL TO COIMBATORE/CALICUT
(OPTIONAL ADD-ON)
- Fly to Coimbatore | Return from Calicut
- Train to Coimbatore / Calicut / Mysore
- Departures available from Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru & other Indian cities
- Economy / Premium Economy / Business Class options
- Road travel from Chennai or other Indian Cities
Route planning support available.
IDEAL FOR
✔ Slow travellers
✔ Couples & long-stay holidaymakers
✔ Burnt-out professionals
✔ Nature-first explorers
BEST TIME TO VISIT
October–March: Best overall weather
April–June: Pleasant hill climate
Monsoon: For experienced slow travellers only
IMPORTANT NOTES
• Toy train & park entries subject to availability.
• Long drives planned intentionally with rest days.
• Itinerary may adjust for weather & road conditions.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
Standard Cancellation Slabs:
- 30+ days: No charges
- 15–29 days: 25% of package cost
- 7–14 days: 50% of package cost
- Less than 7 days / No-show: No refund
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Yes, due to long stays and limited daily sightseeing.
Subject to ticket availability.
Yes, modular customisation is possible.
No — travel days are intentionally buffered.
CONTACT & BOOKINGS
Ghilli Dilli Tours and Travel (OPC) Private Limited
Gurgaon, Haryana – India
Call
+91 8851898784
ghillidilli.india@gmail.com