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10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Ooty (Udhagamandalam) That You Shouldn't Miss
Popularly referred to as Ooty, this gem among southern hill resorts is covered in eucalyptus and pine trees and coffee and tea plantations. On a clear day, it's possible to see as far as the Mysore plateau from Dodabetta Peak, the district's most prominent viewpoint. The Stone House, a landmark 1822 bungalow, and St. Stephen's Church are remnants of the area's first British settlement. Also noteworthy: formal botanical gardens, a children's mini-garden and a contemporary art collection.
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1. BLive Electric Bike Tours - Cycle In The Blue Mountains
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
• Visit a 150 year old church overlooking the Ooty lake. • Learn about the process that goes into making the famous eucalyptus oil. • Ride through the woods and tea plantations. • Learn about the Todas on a visit to a sacred site. • Marvel at the engineering skills that went into building the Nilgiri Mountain Railway,a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Inclusions: Breakfast, E-Bikes, Trained Tour Captain, Guided Tour, Safety Gears, Sling Bag.
Exclusions: Alcoholic beverage, 2-wheeler and LMV rentals, Tips, if any & Hotel pick up or drop off.
Reviewed By heewayn12
Although it was nice but I would upgrade by adding mirrors on side. :) ;) I loved the entertainment!!!
2. AsianTravels Ooty
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4.8 based on 18 reviews
Botanical Garden is the most famous tourist destination in Ooty. In 1847, Marquis of Tweedale laid the foundation of this garden, which is spread at an area of 22 hectares. This garden is located at a height of 2400 metres above the sea level and has a collection of rare coloured lilies, flowering trees and shrubs. There are many rare species of trees, one of which is 20 million year old fossil tree.
Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, DVD (available to purchase)
3. Karnataka Tour Package
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Kodagu, also known as Coorg, is a rural district in the southwest Indian state of Karnataka. In the area’s north, Madikeri Fort has 2 life-size elephant statues at its entrance, plus a Gothic-style church with a museum on its grounds. Nearby, the Hindu Omkareshwara Temple dates back to the 19th century. Farther north are the domed Raja’s Tomb, a burial place of Kodava kings, and cascading Abbi Falls. Ooty, also known as Udhagamandalam, is a hill station in the state of Tamil Nadu, in southern India. Surrounded by trees, central Ooty Lake is a huge artificial expanse of water with pleasure boats. On the slopes of nearby Elk Hill, the Rose Garden is home to over 2,000 varieties of roses. The Government Botanical Garden, created in the 19th century, features ferns, orchids and a prehistoric, fossilized tree.
Inclusions: 04 Nights Accommodation in Deluxe Hotels with Breakfast & Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All transfer & sightseeing by Air Condition Vehicle, All Applicable Taxes, Meeting & assistance as per itinerary, Fuel surcharge, Breakfast, Dinner
Exclusions: Any train fare & air fare, Guide fees, Monument fees, Personal expenses like laundry & tips
Reviewed By emmawhite23
We booked a 9 day golden triangle tour with Royal Rajasthan Travels in Sep. Communication was excellent during planning, booking a bespoke tour for our specific date and location requests. They wrote a seamless itinerary including all hotels, guides at each location, private driver and car for the duration plus connecting train tickets. We went for the 4* accommodation option: the hotels were a mix of modern and traditional luxury hotels, all faultless and in great locations. Our driver Sanjay was the star of the trip and a credit to the company. He knitted the trip together perfectly, always at the right location at the right time, with cold bottled water and an infectious smile. The car was comfortable and we felt safe at all times – he was clearly experienced on the crazy Indian roads! Although not a professional guide he offered local and cultural knowledge along the journey and on occasions took us to local sights not on the schedule. Nothing was too much trouble for the company and they were very flexible when we wanted to change one of the planned days and add in an evening trip. The guides at each city varied in quality, but overall they were very good. A couple felt a bit rushed but conversely others went above and beyond. The Royal Rajasthan rep in Agra also excellently managed a crisis when our planned overnight train was cancelled, rebooking us on a different train and Sanjay getting us there in record time, meaning we didn’t have a delay at all in the end! Overall it was a fantastic trip: a perfect blend of stress-free luxury and culture. Excellent value for money (much more so than self booking) and we would highly recommend booking a similar tour with Royal Rajasthan Travels.
4. India Tour from Chennai to Mumbai in 34 Days
Incredible India welcomes you to explore a slice of her marvels. The itinerary of India Tour will take you a journey to explore the hidden treasures of this Indian subcontinent.
Inclusions: Transport by AC car with the experienced Tour Driver for your complete trip, Cost of the fuel, toll & parking charges, driver's allowance, Interstate taxes (Pondicherry, Kerala, Karnataka, Goa), Hill Charges, Overnight stay at 3 Star Hotels with Breakfast included
Exclusions: Flight Charges from Goa to Aurangabad and from Aurangabad to Mumbai, Entry fee to the monuments, palaces, temples and other sightseeing places, Massages, Rides and other wildlife activities charges, Camera, Video fee and guide charges, Personal Nature Expenses like telephone calls, Laundry, Soft/Hard drinks/Meals, Tipping etc
Reviewed By muru089
We have availed 'South India Tours and Travels' services a few times, once for our wedding, for local Trichy travel and for our travel to Thekkady. We have been happy with their services every time. Their drivers are very professional, friendly and are passionate about travel. We did have any issues with delays or coordination stand point. The drivers suggestions during trips were often insightful and helpful, yet not interfering.
5. Ooty & Kumarakom Tour
Lovingly called the 'Queen of the Hill Stations', Ooty has been blessed by abundant lush surroundings and stunning vistas. It is officially known as Udhagamandalam and has an absolutely relaxed feel.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick up and drop, Entrance fees of the monuments., English speaking local guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Any kind of food or beverage or any other services mentioned above.
Reviewed By Mustafir
Kumar is very good person . And speak English very well and very honest and professional. We use him all the time.
6. Sandalwood, Backwater & Spice Route (15 Days)
This our personal favorite itinerary has the ability to touch your soul and melt your heart. Curated to take you on a journey that arouses all your five sense. It will begin in I-tech city Bangaluru followed by Mysore where you will be fascinated by the grandeur of its palaces, buildings and statues. We make a halt at one of the most scenic Nagarhole national park and Sultans Battery coffee estate. We will spend the time at the magnificent tea estates of Ooty and Munnar. Enjoy mesmerizing houseboat cruise on backwaters, before being lazy at the hippy loved beach at Marari.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Garland welcome and assistance on arrival at airport., 14 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle from arrival till departure as per tour program, Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., 3 Time safari in Nagarhole National Park (2 morning & 1 afternoon), English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Government taxes.
Exclusions: Any air fare, Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Reviewed By DrSrinivas V
place is 15 kms from pondichery,walk of 2 kms is require in nature protected forest,nice accomidatio and visit needs 2 to 3 hrs,due to covid19,we could not go insude
7. Cochin to Bangalore Backwater, Tea Estate, Temple & Palaces
On this Incredible Cochin to Bangalore Backwater, Tea Estate, Temple & Palaces Tour you will visit Cochin famous for its cobblestoned lanes, Dutch, Portuguese & Jewish heritage. Alleppey, a Venetian-esque town built onto canals and streams known as the Keralan backwaters. Thekkady noted for its diverse wildlife, scenic beauty & natural spices. Munnar a hill station in the Western Ghats mountain range & former resort for the British Raj elite. Madurai one of the largest ancient temple complexes and shrines that truly showcase its spiritual wealth and past glory. Coimbatore & Ooty the hill resort on the famous Nilgiri Mountain. And Mysore & Bangalore the former princely state rich in Imperial heritage.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Garland welcome and assistance on arrival at airport, 11 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle from arrival till departure as per tour program, Monument entrance fees & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Bottled drinking water in car , Government taxes.
Exclusions: Any air fare, Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Camera charges at monuments., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Reviewed By DrSrinivas V
place is 15 kms from pondichery,walk of 2 kms is require in nature protected forest,nice accomidatio and visit needs 2 to 3 hrs,due to covid19,we could not go insude
8. Ancient Caves, Architecture, Hill & Backwater (17 Days)
The tour will begin in Mumbai a city famous as the heart of the Bollywood film industry. Fly to Aurangabad and explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora. Fly to Hyderabad and visit Golconda Fort that was once the Qutb Shahi dynastic capital. Fly to Vidyanagar and begin the driving tour till Cochin exploring the the architecture wonder of Hampi, Halebedu, Belur, Shravanabelagola & Mysore, the hills of Ooty & Munnar, the spice plantation of Thekkady and the the backwater of Alleppey.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 16 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Bottled drinking water in car , English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Private chauffer driven air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfers, sightseeing & excursion , Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., Boat safari on Pariyar River in Thekkady., Government taxes.
Exclusions: Mumbai - Aurangabad - Hyderabad - Vidyanagar/ Hampi flight fare approx INR 15500 per person., Camera charges at monuments , Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Reviewed By DrSrinivas V
place is 15 kms from pondichery,walk of 2 kms is require in nature protected forest,nice accomidatio and visit needs 2 to 3 hrs,due to covid19,we could not go insude
9. Heritage & Cultral Walking Tour Ooty (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Experience authentic Ooty on this amazing walking tour of the old town with our fun and entertaining storytellers. This walking tour will give you a great induction of the city, its history, its vibrant culture, and its people with lots of wonderful stories about the city, fun facts and must do things in the city. Our walks are blend of historical elucidation and curious anecdote laced with mildly scurrilous talk about past and present celebrities and defunct royals. We will cover some of the city highlights along with hidden places and forgotten nooks of the old city during the walk. Highlights: 1. Explore Ooty beyond the typical tourist spots and enjoy the stories and tales about the city from your guide 2. See the city through the eyes of a local and discover the numerous mesmerizing places Ooty has to offer. 3. Capture the vibrant atmosphere of this colorful city on this memorable walking tour with an infotainment-style ensuring that you will not be bored.
Inclusions: Highly trained and friendly Storyteller/ Guide who can speak English & Hindi, Great local tips and recommendations to save money and to explore the best of the city.
Exclusions: Hotel Pickup and Drop, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Breakfast
10. Temple, Backwater & Palaces of South India (15 Days)
This our personal favourite itinerary has the ability to touch your soul and melt your heart. Explore the magnificent temple & see the largest & oldest active temples of Hindus in Thanjore, Trichy & Madurai of which some are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Walk in Colonial town of Chennai, Pondicherry, and Fort Kochi. Explore the picturesque Periyar National Park & learn about spice plantation. Cruise in enchanting backwater at Alleppey. Ride on the famous Nilgiri Mountain Railway and visit fort & palaces of Mysore and Bangaloe.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Garland welcome and assistance on arrival at airport., 14 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle from arrival till departure as per tour program, Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., Boat Safari in Periyar National Park, Joy ride on Nilgiri Mountain Railway , English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Government taxes.
Exclusions: Any air fare, Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Reviewed By DrSrinivas V
place is 15 kms from pondichery,walk of 2 kms is require in nature protected forest,nice accomidatio and visit needs 2 to 3 hrs,due to covid19,we could not go insude
