Chennai to Kodaikanal by Urbania
The "Princess of Hill Stations" — star-shaped lake, misty pine forests and Coaker's Walk. Our hill-trained chauffeurs make the long climb feel effortless, especially in massage-seat Urbanias.
A glimpse from our recent trips across this route.
01The Route
Getting there
Via Dindigul and the Batlagundu ghat road — 40+ bends; experienced hill drivers only, which is exactly what you get.
Top highlights
- Kodaikanal Lake cycling & boating
- Coaker's Walk
- Pillar Rocks & Guna Caves
- Pine Forest
- Silver Cascade Falls
- Mannavanur Lake (offbeat)
02Suggested Itinerary
The 3-day plan we recommend
A starting point — swap halts, add temples, extend a day.
Day 1: long scenic drive, Silver Cascade halt, evening lakeside stroll
Day 2: Coaker's Walk sunrise, Pillar Rocks, Guna Caves, Pine Forest
Day 3: Mannavanur or homemade-chocolate shopping, descend and return to Chennai
Carry light woollens year-round — Kodai evenings drop below 12°C even in summer.
03Fare Estimate
Chennai to Kodaikanal — all five variants
Estimates at minimum billing. Final quote in writing before you pay.
| Urbania variant | Seats | Rate | Billed kms* | Estimated fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Urbania | 12 / 14 / 16 Seater | ₹38/km | 1050 km | ₹39,900 |
| Premium Urbania | 12 / 15 Seater | ₹45/km | 1050 km | ₹47,250 |
| Luxury Urbania | 9 / 10 Seater | ₹55/km | 1050 km | ₹57,750 |
| Luxury Urbania — Massage Seats | 9 / 10 Seater | ₹60/km | 1050 km | ₹63,000 |
| Ultra Luxury Urbania | 8 / 9 Seater | ₹65/km | 1050 km | ₹68,250 |
*Billed kilometres = actual round-trip distance or 300 km × 3 days, whichever is higher (≈1050 km round trip). Driver bata, toll, parking and permits extra at actuals. Final quote shared in writing before booking.
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