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- Ooty – Mettupalayam -Chennai |
Destination Covered |
NMR-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 |
3A – 06 |
Package cost Per Person
Class (Comfort) |
Single Occpancy |
Double Occupancy |
Triple Occupancy |
Child With Bed |
Child Without Bed |
(2-3 pax) |
25150/- |
14100/- |
11210/- |
6775/- |
6775/- |
(4-6 pax) Group Booking |
Nil |
12200/- |
11100/- |
8885/- |
8885/- |
Tour Itinerary:- Chennai - Ooty - Mudumalai - Coonoor Chennai
DAY 01
Departure from Chennai Central Railway Station by Train no: 12671, Nilgiri Exp at 21.05 hrs.
DAY 02
Arrival at Mettupalayam railway station at 06:20 hrs, alight at the station and board the Nilgiri Passenger Train No. 56136, Dep at 07:10 hrs and transfer to Ooty. Enjoy the journey on the World Heritage Mountain Railway. Pick up at 12:00 Hrs on arrival at Ooty Railway Station.
Transfer to hotel by road, check in hotel at Ooty. Visit to Ooty Lake and Botanical gardens, overnight stay at Ooty.
DAY03
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
Morning Check out hotel at Ooty. Transfer to Doddabetta Peak and Tea Museum. Later transfer to Coonoor by road. At Coonoor, visit Sims Park, Lambs Rock, and Dolphin's Nose.
Later Proceed to Mettupalayam by road Drop at Mettupalayam Railway Station at 18:00 hrs
Dep. to Chennai by Train No. 12672, Nilgiri Express by 21:20 hours.
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.
**Safari in Mudumalai Wildlife Santuratury is on their own.
**Wildlife sightings depends of pure luck.
Inclusions:-
No. of days before commencement of Trip | Total Deductions |
---|---|
Up to 15 days (excluding departure date)^100/- per passenger | ₹250.00 per passenger |
Up to 8-14 days (excluding departure date)^25% of the package cost | 25% of the package cost |
Up to 4-7 days (excluding departure date)^50% of the package cost | 50% of the package cost |
Less than 4 days^100% of the package cost | 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 |
044-28263727 |
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Email-Id |
breshnevmuthu6436[at]irctc[dot]com, |
|
Bengaluru |
Telephone Number |
080-22960014/13 |
Fax Number |
080-23123877 |
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Email-Id |
tourismsbc[at]irctc[dot]com |
|
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 |
|
Email-Id |
tourismscz[at]irctc[dot]com |
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