Kodaikanal Christmas Tour Package from Madurai (2 Days)
2-day Kodaikanal Christmas tour from Madurai: Kodaikanal. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing by AC cab. From ₹4,540 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
12° – 18°C
October in Kodaikanal Christmas
Description
2-day Kodaikanal Christmas tour from Madurai: Kodaikanal. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing by AC cab. From ₹4,540 per person.
This 2 days 1 night itinerary covers 6 handpicked stops, including Silver Cascade, Kodaikanal Lake, Bryant Park and more. October–February is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 1-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as Treebo Aall Season, Kodaikanal. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Kodaikanal Christmas
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 9°C – 21°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Madurai to Kodaikanal
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Madurai in the morning. Drive from Madurai to Kodaikanal (about 126 km, 2 hrs 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Kodaikanal. Drive past Batlagundu and up the ghat road, stopping at Silver Cascade falls on the way. Spend the afternoon on Kodaikanal lake, by boat or on a cycle round the shore, and walk through Bryant Park. In the evening browse the homemade chocolate and plum-cake shops in the bazaar, and join a carol service or Christmas Eve mass at one of the old churches if you wish. Overnight stay in Kodaikanal.
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Silver Cascade
A waterfall right beside the ghat road below Kodaikanal.
- 2
Kodaikanal Lake
The star-shaped lake at the heart of town, with boating and a 5 km path around it.
- 3
Bryant Park
A botanical garden by the lake, planted in 1908.
Coaker's Walk, Pillar Rocks and back to Madurai
Walk along Coaker's Walk in the morning for the view over the plains, then drive out to Pillar Rocks, the pine forest and Guna Caves (seen from the fenced viewpoint). Have lunch and drive back down to Madurai. Drive from Kodaikanal to Madurai (about 125 km, 2 hrs 30 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Madurai. The tour ends here.
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Coaker's Walk
A paved path along the edge of the hill with views down to the plains.
- 2
Pillar Rocks
Three granite pillars about 120 m tall, often wrapped in mist.
- 3
Pine Forest
Tall pines planted in the early 20th century, a favourite with film crews.
Tour Overview
Kodaikanal, the princess of hill stations, sits at about 2,100 m in the Palani hills above Madurai, around a star-shaped lake. Its old churches, homemade chocolate shops and misty pine forests make it a natural Christmas escape from the plains.
Christmas Tour: 24–27 Dec 2026 (Christmas Fri 25 Dec + weekend)
Christmas falls on Friday 25 December 2026. Kodaikanal was built as a summer retreat by missionaries in the 19th century, and its churches still hold carol services and midnight mass on Christmas Eve. December days are cool and bright, around 15–18°C, with cold nights; bring a jacket.
This 2-day, 1-night package starts and ends in Madurai. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast, an AC cab for the whole trip and all sightseeing.
Highlights of the Kodaikanal Christmas Tour from Madurai
- Silver Cascade
- Kodaikanal Lake
- Bryant Park
- Coaker's Walk
- Pillar Rocks
- Pine Forest
Inclusions in the Kodaikanal Christmas Tour Package
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Madurai for the whole trip: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Kodaikanal Christmas Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
Online booking: pay just ₹99 to reserve your tour. The ₹99 is 100 percent refundable if you cancel at any time, and it is adjusted in your final payment.
50 percent of the tour cost: 3 days before the tour starts, after you receive your tour voucher.
Remaining balance: on the tour day.
Cancellation Policy
The ₹99 online booking amount is refunded in full whenever you cancel, for any reason.
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Kodaikanal Christmas Tour
Best time to visit: October–February
Travel window: 24–27 Dec 2026 (Christmas Fri 25 Dec + weekend)
Before you go: Vehicles going up to Kodaikanal need an e-pass from the Tamil Nadu government website; we arrange it for our cab. Kodaikanal is crowded over the Christmas weekend, so start early to avoid queues on the ghat road.
Hotels: Treebo Aall Season, Kodaikanal, or similar.
Trip Cost Breakdown
Per-person pricing by group size
Route Map
Top Attractions
Silver Cascade
A waterfall right beside the ghat road below Kodaikanal.
Kodaikanal Lake
A star-shaped, man-made lake created in 1863 by Sir Vere Henry Levinge, this is the heart of Kodaikanal. Visitors can enjoy boating or stroll along the 5-kilometer walking and cycling path that encircles the calm waters.
Bryant Park
A beautifully landscaped botanical garden near the lake, established in the early 20th century and named after its creator, H.D. Bryant. It showcases a diverse collection of trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds, and hosts an annual flower show that attracts many visitors.
Coaker's Walk
Built in 1872, this narrow paved pathway runs along a steep ridge, offering panoramic views of the plains below on clear days. Named after Lieutenant Coaker, it is a favorite spot for an easy, scenic stroll with viewpoints for sunrise and sunset.
Pillar Rocks
Three massive vertical granite boulders, each about 122 meters tall, form a dramatic natural formation just a short drive from the town center. A well-maintained viewpoint and garden area make it an ideal spot for photography and quiet contemplation.
Pine Forest
Tall pines planted in the early 20th century, a favourite with film crews.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–February is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Madurai for the whole trip: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–February
Travel window: 24–27 Dec 2026 (Christmas Fri 25 Dec + weekend)
Before you go: Vehicles going up to Kodaikanal need an e-pass from the Tamil Nadu government website; we arrange it for our cab. Kodaikanal is crowded over the Christmas weekend, so start early to avoid queues on the ghat road.
Hotels: Treebo Aall Season, Kodaikanal, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
2 days and 1 night. It starts from Madurai on day 1 and you are back in Madurai on day 2.
For 2 persons it is ₹8,590 per person; for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹4,540 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast, an AC cab for the whole trip and all sightseeing.
This package is planned for 24–27 Dec 2026 (Christmas Fri 25 Dec + weekend). Book early: hotels fill up fast in this season.
Vehicles going up to Kodaikanal need an e-pass from the Tamil Nadu government website; we arrange it for our cab. Kodaikanal is crowded over the Christmas weekend, so start early to avoid queues on the ghat road.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
Explore the places this package takes you to