Kodaikanal, Madurai & Rameswaram 4D/3N Standard Package

• Madurai ↔ Kodaikanal: ~ 120‑150 km; around 3‑4 hours by road depending on route & road conditions.

• Kodaikanal ↔ Rameswaram: quite long; likely a full‑day drive (~5‑7+ hours) depending on stops.

• Madurai ↔ Rameswaram: about ~170‑200 km; 3‑4 hours by road.

Yes, but plan more rest time. The hill‑station portion (Kodaikanal) involves steep / winding roads, so ensure comfortable transport. Stay at decent hotels, avoid rushing.

• Expect more crowd & higher prices during festival dates in Madurai (e.g. Meenakshi temple events).

• Rameswaram sees high pilgrim traffic especially during rites & special temple days.

• Booking transport & hotels in advance helps during peaks.

• Kodaikanal: 1.5‑2 full days to soak in nature, leisure walks.

• Madurai: 1 full day to see temples & palaces; extra half day if interested in shopping / culture.

• Rameswaram: 1 full day (or a bit more if you want to relax by the beach or visit remote spots like Dhanushkodi).

• Food: lots of South Indian cuisine (rice, dosas, curries); fish (in coastal Rameswaram); vegetarian & non‑vegetarian both available.

• Dress modestly when entering temples.

• Be respectful of temple timings, rituals.

• In Kodaikanal: warm clothes (evenings get chilly), rain protection (light rains possible).

• Comfortable walking shoes.

• Sun protection (hat, sunscreen) for Madurai / Rameswaram.

• Basic medicines, first aid.

• Some hill areas might have weaker mobile signal.

• Power cuts occasionally in remote parts. Carry power bank, flashlight.

• Be careful with drinking water in remote or small shops; bottled water is safer.

• If going to coastal / beach areas in Rameswaram, avoid swimming in unsafe zones.