KSTDC Package — Marketed by Padaki Travel Desk
Ooty · Coonoor · Wayanad
5 days across three iconic hill destinations — the Nilgiri queen at Ooty, charming Coonoor with its misty shooting points, and the green paradise of Wayanad with its ancient caves and lush backwaters.
🌿 Ooty
⛰️ Doddabetta 2,637m
🌺 Sims Park, Coonoor
🪨 Edakal Caves
💧 Banasura Dam
🌊 Pookode Lake
4 Nights
Duration
5 Days
Itinerary
Mon & Thu
Departures
₹8,400
From / person
Tour at a glance
Duration
4 Nights · 5 Days
Starts & ends
Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru
Price from
₹8,400 per person
Transport
AC Deluxe Coach
Frequency
Every Monday & Thursday
Departure time
9:00 PM (overnight)
Destinations
Ooty · Coonoor · Wayanad
Guide
Professional multilingual
Senior discount
20% off on transport
LTC facility
✓ Available
Booking fee
Zero via Padaki
Returns
Day 5 — 5:00 AM Bengaluru
What makes this tour special
Doddabetta (2,637m) — the highest peak in Tamil Nadu and the Nilgiris, with a telescope house and sweeping views over Ooty's tea estates on clear mornings
Sims Park, Coonoor — a heritage botanical garden established in 1874 with over 1,000 plant species; the Shooting Point and Needle Rock viewpoints add dramatic Nilgiri scenery
Banasura Sagar Dam — the largest earth dam in India and 2nd largest in Asia, in scenic Wayanad; combined with Pookode freshwater lake, Glass Bridge and Kanthanpara Waterfalls
Edakal Caves — ancient rock shelters with 6,000-year-old pictographs at Wayanad; reached by a short trek with panoramic views of the Kerala hills
Departure schedule
Pickup point
KSTDC Counter, BMTC Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru
Departure time
9:00 PM (overnight bus)
Frequency
Every Monday & Thursday
Night halts
Bus (N1) · Ooty (N2) · Vythiri (N3) · Bus (N4)
Contact
+91 97315 56663
Returns
Day 5 — 5:00 AM Bengaluru
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Overnight departure from Bengaluru
9:00 PMDeparture from KSTDC Booking Counter, BMTC Bus Stand, Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru. Overnight AC Deluxe Coach journey towards Mettupalayam / Ooty. Report 15 minutes before departure
Day 2
Ooty — Sims Park · Doddabetta · Botanical Garden · Ooty Lake
4:00–6:00 AMFreshup at Mettupalayam (own cost)
7:00–9:00 AMBreakfast and visit to Sims Park, Coonoor — a beautifully maintained 12-hectare botanical garden established in 1874, home to 1,000+ plant species
10:00–11:00 AMDoddabetta Peak (2,637m) — the highest peak in the Nilgiri Hills and Tamil Nadu, with a telescope house and panoramic views of Ooty valley and tea estates
11:00 AM–12:30 PMBotanical Garden, Ooty — a magnificent 22-hectare garden established in 1848, with 650+ plant species and a 20-million-year-old fossilised tree trunk
1:00–3:00 PMCheck in and lunch at hotel (own cost)
3:30–5:00 PMOoty Lake — a picturesque man-made lake with boating (at actuals), surrounded by eucalyptus trees
EveningNight halt at Ooty hotel
Day 3
Coonoor Shooting Point · Needle Rock → Wayanad → Edakal Caves → Vythiri
8:00 AMDeparture from Ooty hotel after breakfast (own cost)
9:00–10:00 AMFilm Shooting Point, Coonoor — a dramatic rocky hillside viewpoint surrounded by pine forests, often used as a backdrop for film shoots
11:00–11:30 AMNeedle Rock (Nedugala) — a striking needle-shaped rock formation rising above the Nilgiri forest
2:00–3:00 PMArrive Wayanad. Lunch (own cost)
3:00–5:00 PMEdakal Caves — ancient rock formations at Ambukuthi Mala with prehistoric pictographs over 6,000 years old. Short uphill trek required (entry at actuals)
EveningNight halt at Vythiri, Wayanad
Day 4
Lakadi Viewpoint · Pookode Lake · Glass Bridge · Banasura Dam · Kanthanpara Falls → Departure
8:30 AMCheck out after breakfast (own cost)
9:00–1:00 PMLakadi Viewpoint — panoramic views over the Wayanad hills. Then Pookode Lake — a serene freshwater lake with boating (at actuals). Then Glass Bridge at Vythiri — thrilling suspension bridge over the forested valley
2:30–6:00 PMBanasura Sagar Dam — the largest earth dam in India and 2nd largest in Asia. Boating on the reservoir (at actuals). Then Kanthanpara Waterfalls — a scenic waterfall cascading through forest hills
Late eveningDeparture from Wayanad for Bengaluru. Overnight bus
Day 5
Return to Bengaluru
5:00 AMArrival at Bengaluru. Tour ends at KSTDC Head Office, Yeshwanthpura
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Night 1 — Bus (Bengaluru → Ooty)
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Overnight journey
Night 2 — Ooty
Hotel in Ooty (KSTDC arranged)
Night halt in Ooty town
Night 3 — Vythiri, Wayanad
Hotel in Vythiri, Wayanad
Night halt in Wayanad
Night 4 — Bus (Wayanad → Bengaluru)
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Overnight return journey
Inclusions & exclusions
AC Deluxe Coach transportation
2 nights hotel accommodation (Ooty + Vythiri)
Professional multilingual guide
GST included in ticket fare
LTC facility for govt. employees
20% senior citizen discount on transport
Meals at all stops (own cost)
Entry tickets (Botanical Garden, Sims Park, Edakal Caves, Pookode Lake)
Boating at Ooty Lake / Pookode Lake / Banasura Dam
Personal & shopping expenses
Tour pricing
Single
1 person / room
₹12,120
per person · incl. GST
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2 persons / room
₹9,000
per person · incl. GST
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Triple
3 persons / room
₹8,400
per person · incl. GST
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₹18,000
* Includes 2-night accommodation + transportation + guide + GST. Meals, entry tickets and boating are additional.
Senior citizens (60+) receive a 20% discount on transportation. Carry valid age proof at the time of booking.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the KSTDC Ooty Coonoor Wayanad tour cover?
This 5-day, 4-night tour from Bengaluru covers Ooty (Sims Park, Doddabetta Peak 2637m, Botanical Garden, Ooty Lake — Day 2), Coonoor (Shooting Point, Needle Rock — Day 3 morning), Wayanad (Edakal Caves — Day 3 afternoon; Lakadi Viewpoint, Pookode Lake, Glass Bridge, Banasura Dam, Kanthanpara Falls — Day 4). Returns to Bengaluru at 5 AM on Day 5.
What is the price of this tour?
₹12,120 (single), ₹9,000 (double), ₹8,400 (triple) per person. All rates include GST. Use the calculator above for your group total.
When does this tour depart?
Every Monday and Thursday at 9:00 PM from KSTDC Booking Counter, BMTC Bus Stand, Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru. Report 15 minutes before departure.
How many nights does this tour include and where?
4 nights total — Night 1 on bus (Bengaluru to Ooty), Night 2 in Ooty hotel, Night 3 in Vythiri (Wayanad) hotel, Night 4 on bus (Wayanad to Bengaluru). Arriving Bengaluru by 5 AM on Day 5.
What is Doddabetta?
Doddabetta at 2,637 metres is the highest peak in Tamil Nadu and the Nilgiri Hills. It has a telescope house and on clear days offers panoramic views of Ooty valley, surrounding tea estates and distant plains. Distance from Ooty town: 9 km.
Are food and entry tickets included?
No. Package covers 2 nights accommodation and AC Deluxe Coach transportation. All meals, entry tickets (Botanical Garden, Sims Park, Edakal Caves, Pookode Lake) and boating charges are borne by the traveller.
Is there a senior citizen discount?
Yes. Senior citizens (60+) receive a 20% discount on transportation. Carry valid age proof at booking. Note: Edakal Caves involves an uphill trek — senior citizens with mobility limitations should plan accordingly.
Can government employees use LTC?
Yes. LTC facility is available for State Government, Central Government, and PSU employees on this KSTDC tour.
What is the cancellation policy?
More than 48 hours before: 10% deducted. Between 48–24 hours: 25% deducted. Within 24 hours: no refund. Tickets are non-transferable.
What is the best time to visit Ooty and Wayanad?
April to June is peak season — Ooty averages 10°C–20°C, pleasant for sightseeing. October to February is cool and clear. Monsoon (July–September) brings heavy rain in both Ooty and Wayanad; while scenic, some viewpoints may be misty and roads slippery.
How do I book through Padaki Travel Desk?
Call or WhatsApp +91 97315 56663 or email muralidhar@karnatakatravelguide.in. Same KSTDC price, zero booking fee, instant confirmation.
What should I pack for this tour?
Light woolens or a jacket (Ooty can be as cool as 10°C at night), comfortable walking shoes, rain jacket for Wayanad, valid government photo ID, and your booking confirmation. For Doddabetta and Edakal Caves, wear comfortable sturdy footwear.
Important notes
GST inclusive in all fares. Management may cancel if fewer than 15 seats are booked. Children above 5 years charged full fare; below 5 no seat allotted (age proof required). Report 15 minutes before 9:00 PM departure. Smoking and alcohol strictly prohibited. Tipping guides or drivers is strictly prohibited. Tariff and accommodation subject to change without notice.
Cancellation policy
More than 48 hours before departure10% deducted
Between 48 and 24 hours before departure25% deducted
Within 24 hours of departureNo refund
Ticket transferabilityNon-transferable
Terms & conditions
- 1.KSTDC is not liable for cancellations due to breakdown or events beyond management control. A proportionate refund applies if no alternate arrangement is made.
- 2.For booking, cancellation or modification queries, contact Padaki Travel Desk on +91 97315 56663 or email muralidhar@karnatakatravelguide.in.
- 3.Tickets are not transferable to another person.
- 4.Management is not responsible for loss of luggage or personal belongings during the tour.
- 5.Management reserves the right to cancel the trip if fewer than 15 seats are booked. A full refund will be provided in such cases.
- 6.Children above 5 years of age are charged full fare. Children below 5 years are not allotted a separate seat. Valid age proof must be produced at the time of booking.
- 7.Passengers must report 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. The bus will not wait for late arrivals under any circumstances.
- 8.Smoking and consumption of alcohol are strictly prohibited inside the coach throughout the journey.
- 9.Tipping the guide, driver, or any KSTDC staff member is strictly prohibited. All staff are paid by KSTDC.
- 10.Package tariff covers accommodation and transportation only. Food, entry tickets, boating charges, and all other personal expenses are borne by the tourist. Senior citizens (60+) are eligible for a 20% discount on the transportation component. LTC (Leave Travel Concession) facility is available for State Government, Central Government, and PSU employees.
Why book through Padaki Travel Desk?
Authorised KSTDC travel agents — same official price, with personal service.
24×7 phone accessibility — call or WhatsApp any time. A real person always answers.
Instant booking confirmation — no waiting. Your seat is secured immediately.
Zero extra charge — exact same KSTDC price. Our service is completely free.
Fully official KSTDC booking — valid for LTC and all KSTDC protections.
Pre-travel tips — what to pack for Ooty weather, Edakal Caves trek advice, Wayanad entry ticket guidance.
Senior citizen discount automatically applied — just carry age proof on travel day.
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