• Night 1 & 2: Kodaikanal Town (near Kodai Lake or Bus Stand)
Time Area Activity Focus
Day 1: The Ascent & Lakeside Charm
Morning Theni Departure & Roadside Falls Start from Theni. The drive offers changing views as you ascend the Palani Hills. Stop en route at Silver Cascade Falls, a waterfall formed by the overflow of Kodaikanal Lake.
Midday Kodaikanal Check-in & Lunch Check into your hotel/cottage and have lunch.
Afternoon Kodai Lake Kodaikanal Lake The heart of Kodai. Spend time cycling around the star-shaped lake (approx. 5 km path), or enjoy boating (row or pedal boat).
Late Afternoon Town Center Bryant Park Visit Bryant Park, a beautifully maintained botanical garden next to the lake, perfect for a peaceful stroll among seasonal flowers.
Evening Town Center Coaker’s Walk & Shopping Take a leisurely evening stroll along Coaker’s Walk, a paved pedestrian path offering breathtaking panoramic views of the plains below. Browse the Tibetan Market for warm clothes and souvenirs.
Day 2: Viewpoints, Trekking & Pine Forests
Time Area Activity Description
Morning West Kodaikanal Pillar Rocks & Guna Caves Visit the iconic Pillar Rocks (three giant granite boulders) for the views. Next to it is the intriguing Guna Caves (formerly Devil’s Kitchen, viewing is usually restricted to the perimeter).
Late Morning Forest Area Pine Forest Take an enchanting walk through the picturesque Pine Forest, often used as a backdrop for South Indian films.
Lunch Vattakanal Area Lunch at a local cafe (e.g., in Vattakanal) Try one of the area’s popular cafe-style eateries.
Afternoon Berijam Lake Route Moir Point & Green Valley View Drive toward the Berijam Lake road. Stop at Moir Point for expansive valley views, and then the dramatic Green Valley View (formerly Suicide Point), which overlooks the deep valley and Vaigai Dam reservoir far below.
Evening Town Center Local Chocolates & Dinner Sample the famous homemade chocolates sold around the lake and enjoy a cozy dinner.
Day 3: Culture & Departure
Time Area Activity Description
Morning Town Outskirts Kurinji Andavar Temple Visit this vibrant, colorful temple dedicated to Lord Murugan. The temple offers spectacular views of the northern plains and Palani Hills.

Late Morning Falls/Viewpoint Bear Shola Falls Check out and make a final stop at Bear Shola Falls (seasonal waterfall near the town), accessible via a short hike.
Lunch Kodaikanal / Lower Ghat Final Meal Have lunch in Kodaikanal or start your descent and eat near the foothills.
Afternoon Descent & Travel Return to Theni Drive back down the scenic ghat road to Theni.
Evening Theni Drop-off Proceed to the Theni Bus Stand / Railway Station for your onward journey.