Experience the best of Madurai and Kodaikanal on this relaxing 2-night, 3-day Tamil Nadu getaway. The itinerary brings together Madurai's rich temple heritage and Kodaikanal's peaceful mountain scenery, making it ideal for a short escape filled with culture, nature and beautiful landscapes.
Begin your journey in Madurai, where you can visit the magnificent Meenakshi Amman Temple, before heading into the hills of Kodaikanal. Spend a full day exploring the hill station's famous viewpoints, forests, waterfalls and gardens before returning to Madurai for your onward journey.
Day 1 – Madurai to Kodaikanal
Arrive in Madurai and begin your local sightseeing with a visit to the iconic Meenakshi Amman Temple. Later, travel towards Kodaikanal, approximately 125 km / 3.5 hours. On arrival, visit the beautiful Kodaikanal Lake and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the hill station. Overnight stay in Kodaikanal.
Day 2 – Kodaikanal Local Sightseeing
Spend the day exploring Kodaikanal's scenic attractions. Visit Bryant Park, Coaker's Walk, Pillar Rocks, Moir Point, Green Valley View Point, Pine Forests, Silver Cascade Falls, Kodaikanal Lake and Kurinji Andavar Temple. Enjoy panoramic mountain views, lush greenery and the refreshing climate before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 3 – Kodaikanal to Madurai
Enjoy your final morning in Kodaikanal and complete any remaining local sightseeing before travelling back to Madurai, approximately 125 km / 3.5 hours. Proceed for your convenient Madurai Railway Station/Airport drop for your onward journey.
Highlights
Visit the iconic Meenakshi Amman Temple
Enjoy a scenic drive from Madurai to Kodaikanal
Relax beside the beautiful Kodaikanal Lake
Explore Bryant Park
Walk along scenic Coaker's Walk
Admire the dramatic Pillar Rocks
Enjoy panoramic views from Moir Point
Visit Green Valley View Point
Explore the peaceful Pine Forests
See the beautiful Silver Cascade Falls
Visit Kurinji Andavar Temple
Experience Kodaikanal's cool and refreshing mountain climate