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SEASONS OF THE RAJ

Retrace the history and life of 19th century British Raj in Madras, the origin of the Great Empire, and then follow the Company families as they escaped the Indian summer to the high Nilgiris at Ootacamund

TRIP | SEASONS OF THE RAJ

Chennai (2 nts) - Ootacamund (2 nts) - Devala (2 nts) -
Bandipur (2 nts) - Chennai
Known as the Queen of the Coromandel, Chennai is an airy, courteous, prosperous city - a gentle introduction to India. The trading traditions rooted in the city’s prominence have helped Chennai to grow into a grande dame, a modern metropolis of commerce and industry, still in possession of a full measure of culture and old-fashioned charm.

Beat the heat of summer and head for the hills! Journey on to the sleepy mountain town of Coonoor in Western Tamil Nadu – visit the tea estates and sip a cuppa, go on nature walks, or just curl up by the fire! Take a short ride on the UNESCO cited Blue Mountain Railway, an early 20th century creation of the British Residency that precariously climbs the Nilgiris Mountains to their erstwhile summer capital of Ootacamund. The tunnels, bridges and stunning views make this a must-do. Conoor/Ooty are the perfect places to go on nature walks and rambles through hillside villages. 

From here descend to the mighty tropical forests of the Bandipur Tiger Reserve to spot elephants, bisons and maybe even the elusive tiger and leopard.

Retrace the history and life of 19th century British Raj in Madras, the origin of the Great Empire, and then follow the Company families as they escaped the Indian summer to the high Nilgiris at Ootacamund. Experience wildlife safaris & tea estates, colonial clubs and mountain railways!
BEST TIME TO VISIT 
October - May
IDEAL FOR 
Couples & families
BASICS 
8-nights; road-based
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GALLERY

Clive's House at Fort St George, Chennai
St Mary's Church at Fort St George, Chennai
Tamil movie billboard in the cinema-crazy city of Chennai
A colonial-era hotel in Ootacamund
A tea picker in the Nilgiris
Highway in the Bandipur Tiger Reserve
The UNESCO Blue Mountain Railway
The hills and lakes of the Nilgiris
Botanical Gardens in Ooty
A Toda hut in the Nilgiris
Tiger, Bandipur
Dholes Den Lodge in Bandipur

ITINERARY

DAY 1: ARRIVE INTO CHENNAI

Arrive into Chennai and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day to relax. Spend the night in Chennai.

DAY 2: IN CHENNAI | MORNING GUIDED BRITISH RAJ TOUR

Today you will explore the booming metropolis - Chennai, formerly known as Madras. Make your first guided morning exploration of Chennai starting with its colonial history, beginning at the Fort St George, and other vestiges of the British Raj. Lunch at a club or one of the garden cafes in Chennai. 

DAY 3: FLY TO COIMBATORE AND DRIVE TO OOTACAMUND | GUIDED COLONIAL WALK

Take an early morning flight from Chennai to Coimbatore and then drive 3 hours to reach Ooty as the locals fondly call it. In the afternoon, take a private guided walk that brings alive the history of the British Raj in Ooty.

DAY 4: IN OOTACAMUND | NILGIRI MOUNTAIN RAILWAY & LOCAL EXPERIENCES

Go on the UNESCO-certified World Heritage Nilgiri Mountain Railway – take the morning trip from Ootacamund to Coonoor, another little hill town about 1 hour away. Indulge in a private tea-tasting experience and lunch. Return to Ooty in the afternoon.

DAY 5: DRIVE TO DEVALA

Today, travel westward, approx 72 km from Ooty through the Mudumalai forests and arrive at Devala. Still in the Nilgiris, spend your next two days in a tea planter’s bungalow complete with a spacious living and dining area with a high ceiling and a fireplace, old fashioned red tile floors and big glass windows framing some spectacular scenery.

DAY 6: IN DEVALA | TEA EXPERIENCE

Full day to spend as you wish. Explore the tea plantation, pluck your own tea, process it in the factory and have a drink. Go on a day hike to see lost gold mines, walk around the bungalow, or just sink into a chair in the verandah and enjoy your favourite book.

DAY 7: DEVALA - BANDIPUR TIGER RESERVE | AFTERNOON WILDLIFE SAFARI

After having breakfast drive onward to the popular wildlife destination – Bandipur Tiger Reserve. . It is located on the northern slopes of the Nilgiris Mountains and borders three other reserves – the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, the Nagarhole Tiger Reserve and the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve. Go on an evening jeep safari.

DAY 8: IN BANDIPUR TIGER RESERVE | WILDLIFE SAFARIS

Go on an early morning and evening safaris. Set over 900 square kilometres and at an elevation of over 3000 feet, the reserve consists of tropical deciduous forest that is home to one of India’s largest elephant populations. Animal and bird species are large in number and both prey and predators abound. The area has numerous deer species, wild dogs, monkeys, Indian bison, leopards and tigers.

DAY 9: DRIVE TO MYSORE | TRAIN TO CHENNAI

Time permitting; go on a final safari today early morning. After this you will be transferred to Mysore railway station located around 2.5 hrs for your onward journey.
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ITINERARIES

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Highlights
Chennai & The North
The Cauvery Delta
Madurai & The South
Kongu Nadu
Classic Tamil nadu
Mountains of Kongu Nadu
Gods, Emperors and Traders
Deep in the Cauvery Delta
Heart of Chettinad
Seasons of Raj
Trip Planning and Budgeting
Getting Flights Rights
Demystifying Trains
Choosing Accomodation
Renting a Car and Driver
Other Costs

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  • Home
  • Itineraries
    • Classic Tamil Nadu
    • Mountains of Kongu Nadu
    • Gods, Emperors & Traders
    • Deep in the Cauvery Delta
    • Heart of Chettinad
    • Seasons of the Raj
  • Places to Visit
    • Highlights
    • Chennai & The North
    • The Cauvery Delta
    • Madurai & The South
    • Kongu Nadu
  • Essential Advice
    • Trip Planning & Budgeting
    • Getting Flights Right
    • Demystifying Trains
    • Choosing Accommodation
    • Renting A Car and Driver
    • Other Costs
  • About Us
    • Profile
    • Why Milesworth
    • Our Services
    • Testimonials
    • In the Media
    • Contact Us