Kodaikanal New Year Tour Package from Chennai (3 Days)
3-day Kodaikanal New Year tour from Chennai: Dindigul and Kodaikanal. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹7,090 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
12° – 18°C
October in Kodaikanal New Year
Description
3-day Kodaikanal New Year tour from Chennai: Dindigul and Kodaikanal. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹7,090 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 7 handpicked stops, including Silver Cascade, Kodaikanal Lake, Bryant Park and more. October–February is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 2-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as Treebo Aall Season, Kodaikanal. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Kodaikanal New Year
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 9°C – 21°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Up to Kodaikanal
Reach Dindigul by train from Chennai, where our driver meets you. Drive from Dindigul to Kodaikanal (about 96 km, 2 hrs). Check in at your hotel in Kodaikanal. Drive up the ghat road past Silver Cascade to Kodaikanal. Spend the afternoon by the lake, by boat or bicycle, and in Bryant Park. Overnight stay in Kodaikanal.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Chennai to Dindigul
424 km · ~9h 9m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Chennai
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
124 km · 2h 29m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DindigulDindigul, Tamil Nadu
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Chennai to Dindigul
424 km · ~9h 25m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Chennai
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Chennai. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Chennai → Dindigul
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~424 km
~9h 25m|Tentative fare ₹470–₹1,240
- Arrive in Dindigul
Dindigul, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Chennai to Dindigul
Nearest railway stations: Chennai Central for Chennai, Dindigul Jn for Dindigul.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Dindigul to Kodaikanal
96 km · ~1h 55m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Dindigul
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
96 km · 1h 55m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KodaikanalKodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Dindigul to Kodaikanal
96 km · ~2h 8m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Dindigul
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Dindigul. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Dindigul → Kodaikanal
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~96 km
~2h 8m|Tentative fare ₹110–₹320
- Arrive in Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Dindigul to Kodaikanal
Nearest railway stations: Dindigul Jn for Dindigul, Kodaikanal Road (about 46 km away) for Kodaikanal.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Silver Cascade
A waterfall beside the ghat road.
- 2
Kodaikanal Lake
The star-shaped lake at the heart of town.
- 3
Bryant Park
A botanical garden by the lake.
Pillar Rocks, Dolphin's Nose and New Year's Eve
Visit Pillar Rocks, the pine forest and the Guna Caves viewpoint, then walk the path to Dolphin's Nose at Vattakanal, a rock jutting out over a deep valley. Back at the hotel for the New Year's Eve dinner and bonfire. Overnight stay in Kodaikanal.
- 1
Pillar Rocks
Three granite pillars about 120 m tall.
- 2
Pine Forest
Tall pines planted in the early 20th century.
- 3
Dolphin's Nose, Vattakanal
A flat rock over a sheer drop, reached by a forest path.
Coaker's Walk and the journey home
Start the new year with a walk along Coaker's Walk in the morning light, then drive down the ghat road for the journey home. Drive from Kodaikanal to Dindigul (about 96 km, 2 hrs). Board the train from Dindigul back to Chennai (about 424 km), and the tour ends.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Kodaikanal to Dindigul
96 km · ~1h 55m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kodaikanal
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
96 km · 1h 55m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DindigulDindigul, Tamil Nadu
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Kodaikanal to Dindigul
96 km · ~2h 8m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Kodaikanal
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kodaikanal. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kodaikanal → Dindigul
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~96 km
~2h 8m|Tentative fare ₹110–₹320
- Arrive in Dindigul
Dindigul, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Kodaikanal to Dindigul
Nearest railway stations: Kodaikanal Road (about 46 km away) for Kodaikanal, Dindigul Jn for Dindigul.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Dindigul to Chennai
424 km · ~9h 9m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Dindigul
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
124 km · 2h 29m drive from previous stop
Arrive in ChennaiChennai, Tamil Nadu
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Dindigul to Chennai
424 km · ~9h 25m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Dindigul
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Dindigul. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Dindigul → Chennai
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~424 km
~9h 25m|Tentative fare ₹470–₹1,240
- Arrive in Chennai
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Dindigul to Chennai
Nearest railway stations: Dindigul Jn for Dindigul, Chennai Central for Chennai.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Coaker's Walk
A paved path along the edge of the hill with views over the plains.
Tour Overview
Kodaikanal sits at about 2,100 m in the Palani hills around a star-shaped lake, with cliff walks, pine forests and misty viewpoints over the plains.
New Year Tour: 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend)
New Year's Eve falls on Thursday 31 December 2026. At New Year Kodaikanal is cool and bright, around 8–18°C, with misty mornings and cold nights. Hotels hold dinners and bonfires on the night, and the first morning of the year is perfect for the view from Coaker's Walk.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Chennai. The route runs Chennai → Dindigul → Kodaikanal → Dindigul → Chennai, about 1,040 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Kodaikanal New Year Tour from Chennai
- Silver Cascade
- Kodaikanal Lake
- Bryant Park
- Pillar Rocks
- Pine Forest
- Dolphin's Nose, Vattakanal
- Coaker's Walk
Inclusions in the Kodaikanal New Year Tour Package
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Chennai for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Kodaikanal New Year 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
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
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 New Year Tour
Best time to visit: October–February
Travel window: 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend)
Route: Chennai → Dindigul → Kodaikanal → Dindigul → Chennai (about 1,040 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Dindigul and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: Vehicles going up to Kodaikanal need an e-pass from the Tamil Nadu government website; we arrange it for our cab. New Year's Eve dinners at hotels are paid separately. Book train tickets early; trains to the south are full over the New Year weekend.
Hotels: Treebo Aall Season, Kodaikanal, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Chennai. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹23,810 | ₹11,680 | ₹10,340 |
| 33 Persons | ₹19,710 | ₹10,650 | ₹9,320 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹17,390 | ₹9,530 | ₹8,190 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹16,070 | ₹9,020 | ₹7,680 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹13,870 | ₹8,430 | ₹7,090 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
By cab from Chennai the drive is about 514 km each way, so the cab option adds about 1 travel day each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Dindigul and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Route Map
Top Attractions
Silver Cascade
A waterfall beside the ghat road.
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.
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.
Dolphin's Nose, Vattakanal
A flat rock over a sheer drop, reached by a forest path.
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.
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.
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Chennai for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- 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: 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend)
Route: Chennai → Dindigul → Kodaikanal → Dindigul → Chennai (about 1,040 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Dindigul and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: Vehicles going up to Kodaikanal need an e-pass from the Tamil Nadu government website; we arrange it for our cab. New Year's Eve dinners at hotels are paid separately. Book train tickets early; trains to the south are full over the New Year weekend.
Hotels: Treebo Aall Season, Kodaikanal, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Chennai on day 1 and you are back in Chennai on day 3. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Chennai → Dindigul → Kodaikanal → Dindigul → Chennai. That is about 1,040 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹10,340 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹7,090 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Chennai and back. By cab from Chennai the drive is about 514 km each way, so the cab option adds about 1 travel day each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Dindigul and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
This package is planned for 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + 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. New Year's Eve dinners at hotels are paid separately. Book train tickets early; trains to the south are full over the New Year weekend.
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