Ooty, officially known as Udhagamandalam (also known as Ootacamund abbreviated as Udhagai), is a city and a municipality in the Nilgiris district of the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located 86 km (53 mi) north west of Coimbatore and 128 km (80 mi) south of Mysore and is the headquarters of the Nilgiris district. It is a popular hill station located in the Nilgiri Hills. It is popularly called the "Queen of Hill Stations". It was the summer capital of the Madras Presidency.
Originally occupied by the Toda people, the area came under the rule of the East India Company at the end of the 18th century. The economy is based on tourism and agriculture, along with the manufacture of medicines and photographic film. The town is connected by the Nilgiri ghat roads and Nilgiri Mountain Railway. Its natural environment attracts tourists and it is a popular summer destination.In 2011, the town had a population of 88,430.
Package Details |
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Package Name |
Chennai-Coimbatore-Ooty-Mudumalai-Chennai |
Destination Covered |
Ooty-Mudumalai |
Travelling Mode |
Train |
Station/Departure Time |
Chennai Central at 21:05 hrs |
Frequency |
Every Thursday |
Meal Plan |
CPAI |
Hotel Name |
Ooty : Vinayaga Inn / Preethi Classic Tower or similar |
No of Train Berth |
SL – 06 |
PackagecostPerPerson
Class (Standard) |
Single Occpancy |
Double Occupancy |
Triple Occupancy |
Child With Bed |
Child Without Bed |
(2-3 pax) |
24385/- |
12700/- |
9650/- |
4930/- |
4930/- |
(4-6 pax) Group Booking |
Nil |
10760/- |
9670/- |
7440/- |
7440/- |
*All prices mentioned are 'Per Person'.
Day 01:- Dep. from Chennai Central railway station by Train no: 12671, Nilagiri Express at 21.05 hrs.
Day 02:- Arrival Mettupalayam at 06.20 hrs, Pick up from railway station. Transfer to Ooty by road. On arrival, Check in Hotel at Ooty. Proceed to Doddabetta peak and Tea museum, later proceed back to Ooty town. Visit to Ooty lake and Botanical gardens, overnight stay at Ooty.
Day 03:- Morning visit the Film shooting places, Pykara falls and lake, etc. Proceed to Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary** At Mudumalai, Visit Elephant camp, Jungle ride. Later transfer back to hotel Overnight halt at Ooty.
Day 04:- Check out Hotel at Ooty. Transfer to Coonoor by Road (Option: Board the Nilgiri Passenger Train by 14.00 Hrs and Transfer to Coonoor by Train. Alight at Coonoor - Visit Sims Park, Lambs Rock, and Dolphins Nose. Later Proceed to Mettuplayam by Road. Drop at Mettuplayam Railway station at 18.00 hrs to board Train No. 12672 - Nilagiri Express by 21.20 hrs.
Day 05:- Arrival at Chennai Central at 06:25 hours.
Tour Ends.....
Note: Train timings mentioned are indicative only and subject to change without any prior notice as governed by concerned Railway. All guests are required to check and confirm the same with the Railway.
Package Includes:
Package Excludes:
Note:
1. The visit to the sightseeing places is subject to weather & road conditions.
2. Opening of National Parks or Wild Life Sanctuaries are subject to the discretion of the Forest Dept.
3. IRCTC will not be responsible for any Natural or Social calamities.
4. The itinerary of the package is indicative only and handling agency reserves the right to change itinerary during operation of the tour due to local circumstances.
5. Above rates are subject to availability.
6. Cancellation charges as per company policy.
7. Room categories in all packages are the base category rooms unless stated otherwise.
8. Final confirmation in the proposed hotels is subject to the availability at the time of booking, else similar category hotel will be provided.
9. Category of the vehicle will be decided as per the group size.
10. Most of the hotels provide twin bedroom, double bedroom is subject to availability. Wherever extra bed has been stated it means only rollaway bed.
11. Early check-in and late check-out are subject to the availability. Mostly hotels observe 11:00 to 12:00 check-in time and check-out time is normally 09:00 to 10:00 hrs.
12. Herat & blood pressure patients, pregnant women, persons suffering from physical problems, senior citizens etc need to be cautious while traveling and should be accompanied by someone.
13. All sightseeing places are subject to time availability and schedule running of trains.
No. of days before commencement of Trip | Total Deductions |
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Up to 15 days (excluding departure date) | ₹250.00 per passenger |
Up to 8-14 days (excluding departure date) | 25% of the package cost |
Up to 4-7 days (excluding departure date) | 50% of the package cost |
Less than 4 days | 100% of the package cost |
Tripozo or its partner is not liable for missing of one or more services as per the itinerary due to late running of trains. Tourists should strictly adhere to the timings failing which Tripozo or its partner will not be liable for missing of any service including darshan and return train. If the tourists miss the bus arranged by Tripozo or its partner at any place, they should reach the next place of the itinerary on their own.
Tourists should take care of their personal belongings and luggage. Tripozo or its partner is not liable for losses or thefts.
In case of cancellation of Darshan in situations beyond the control of Tripozo or its partner including peak rush during festivals refund will be made only for the services missed. No refund will be made in case of skipping of any service including darshan voluntarily by the tourist. No refund will be made in case of missing of any service including darshan due to the negligence of tourists.
For assistance, contact:
City Name |
Contact Details |
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Chennai |
Telephone Number |
Mr.Breshnevmuthu |
Fax Number |
044-25332548 |
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Email-Id |
breshnevmuthu6436@irctc.com tourismmas@irctc.com |
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Bengaluru |
Telephone Number |
080-22960014/13 |
Fax Number |
080-23123877 |
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Email-Id |
tourismsbc[at]irctc[dot]com |
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Kochi |
Telephone Number |
0484-2382991/92 |
Fax Number |
0484-2382990 |
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Email-Id |
tourismers[at]irctc[dot]com |
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Secunderabad |
Telephone Number |
040-66201263 |
Fax Number |
040-66201264 |
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Email-Id |
tourismscz[at]irctc[dot]com |
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