An Ooty and Kodaikanal tour package is short, sweet and very appropriate for those who wish to experience the Nilgiri in a leisurely fashion. Both the hill stations are capable of capturing your heart and making you long for an extended vacation, especially if you tire of the world and its demands and simply wish to take some time off to connect with the missing parts of yourself or spend some intimate time with loved ones. It is little wonder that the Nilgiris call to lovers and dreamers from all over India and abroad.

Ooty

Ooty is a postcard destination. Green and vibrant, the breeze carrying the scent of wild blossoms, this hill station is a queen not for nothing. Ooty is not typically touristy, with a lot of ‘places of interest’ and entertainment. It is indeed one of those places to escape to, when you are world-weary and need commune with nature and the serenity she offers.

You can spend days in this haven simply meandering, discover birds and blooms, enjoy the rolling tea estates and open horizons and water bodies exuberant with life. Being one of the favourite destinations of the British during their prolonged stay in India, Ooty is dotted with quaint cottages and wonderfully structured houses. Most of those have now been converted into luxurious hotels and inns. A stay in a couple of such hotels may be included in your Ooty and Kodaikanal tour package. 

Kodaikanal

Pine forests and rolling green hills as far as the eyes can see welcome you to Kodaikanal. The natural beauty and calm pace of life in the hill station are great for rejuvenation. Apart from visiting wonderful sights and relaxing, shopping is another exciting part of an Ooty Kodaikanal tour package itinerary!

Some Interesting Things to Shop for during Ooty Kodaikanal Tour

• Tea and Coffee
• Homemade chocolates
• Puffs
• Essential Oils
• Spices
• Cheese
• Handicrafts
• Woollens

Shops to Visit during Ooty and Kodaikanal Tour

Potter’s Shack (Kodaikanal)

Located on PT Road, Potter’s shack is a unique shop. It sells earthenware, as the name suggests, made by two popular local potters who are trained by Ray and Deborah Meeker from Pondicherry. The variety of designs, shapes and sizes coupled with the reasonable prices make a visit to this store worth the while! Profits from all the workshops that are held here are directed towards child upliftment.

Doddabetta Tea Factory (Ooty)

On the way to Doddabetta Peak, stands the tea factory outlet of Ooty. Visitors are welcome to a guided tour of the factory and the tea making process from plucking tea leaves to packaging. The best part is, if you plan to carry back some high-quality tea leaves from the trip, this is a great place to shop for it.

Baker’s Shop(Coonoor)

In case your Kodaikanal Ooty tour package includes a day trip to Coonoor, which is about 40 minutes one way from Ooty, you must try to visit Baker’s Shop for the love of cheese. Acres Wild, an organic farmstay in Coonoor specializes in gourmet vegetarian cheese making and Baker’s Shop is probably their biggest outlet. You can find Colby, Gouda, Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Parmesan, Havarti, Feta and other varieties in the store, displayed magnificently in a three door fridge.

Green Shop (Ooty)

Green Shop is popular in Ooty for a number of reasons. For one, if you happen to give Coonoor a miss, yet still want some excellent gourmet cheese from Acres Wild, the Green Shop is the store to visit. Find wild honey, tribal handicrafts, spices and a lot more interesting stuff as well in this store located close to the Ooty Club.

Modern Stores (Ooty)

Chocolate is the word. Modern Store is possibly the oldest and the most popular place in Ooty when it comes to homemade chocolate realities in Ooty. This chocolate haven is located on Garden Road. Try out the fudge and the many different varieties of homemade chocolate!

Spices Corner (Kodaikanal)

Spices Corner, situated near Pambar Falls, is well renowned for its collection of aromatic and essential oils and powdered and non-powdered spices.

Corsack (Kodaikanal)

Run by volunteers, this exclusive store is a good place to purchase local handicrafts, curio items, documented books and other articles of special interest. All the goods in this craft shop is

Eco Nut Shop (Kodaikanal)

This is a quaint shop situated on PT Road. Looked upon as a health store, Eco Nut Shop sells food items that are organic, local and healthy- whole-wheat breads, muffins, spices, herbs and a variety of other items including herbal remedies.

Poompuhar Emporium (Ooty)

ThePoompuhar Emporium in Ooty is a branch of the Tamil Nadu emporium which has a great collection of South Indian arts and crafts. Kalamkari Prints, Thanjavur Paintings, brass work, sandalwood products, wood carvings and many more articles of interest can be found at the store. It’s a great place to visit for souvenirs from South India.

Tibetan Market (Ooty)

Located just opposite the Botanical garden, Tibetan Market is the flea market in Ooty. Strings of small shops selling a plethora of items ranging from local handicrafts to woollens exist here.

Come explore the streets and markets during a Kodaikanal Ooty tour package and get spoilt for choices!