4-Day Scenic Getaway from Mumbai to Ooty and Nearby Attractions

Day 1: Travel and Arrival

Mumbai to Ooty, India on July 5, 2025

6:00am

Departure from Mumbai

Start early in the morning to catch a flight or train from Mumbai to Coimbatore, which is the nearest airport to Ooty. Flying is faster, with flights taking approximately 1.5 hours.
INR5000, 1h30m

9:00am

Travel from Coimbatore to Ooty

After arrival in Coimbatore, take a taxi or bus to Ooty. The drive is scenic and takes approximately 3 hours through the Nilgiri hills.
INR1500, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Enjoy delicious Chinese cuisine in Ooty at Shinkows, known for its authentic flavors and great ambiance.
INR600, 1h0m

2:00pm

Check-in to Hotel

Check-in to a comfortable hotel such as Sterling Ooty Elk Hill to rest and prepare for sightseeing.
INR4000/night, 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit Ooty Botanical Gardens

Explore the lush gardens laid out in 1847, featuring exotic plants and a beautiful glasshouse. Open from 8:30am to 6:00pm.
INR30, 1h30m

5:30pm

Visit Ooty Lake

Enjoy boating or a leisurely walk around Ooty Lake as the sun sets. The lake is a popular spot for tourists and locals alike.
INR150, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Earl's Secret

Dine in style at Earl's Secret, known for its colonial-style ambiance and great multi-cuisine meals.
INR1000, 1h30m
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Day 2: Explore Ooty

Ooty, India on July 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel's buffet

Start the day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel to fuel a day of sightseeing.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Nilgiri Mountain Railway Toy Train Ride

Take the famous toy train from Ooty to Coonoor, enjoying panoramic views of the Nilgiri hills, tea plantations, and tunnels. Trains run multiple times a day.
INR150, 1h30m

11:00am

Visit Government Rose Garden

Explore Asia's largest rose garden boasting over 20,000 varieties of roses, open from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
INR30, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Sidewalk Cafe

Enjoy wholesome comfort food with beautiful valley views, offering continental dishes and fresh salads.
INR700, 1h0m

2:00pm

Doddabetta Peak

Visit the highest point in the Nilgiris at 2,637 meters, perfect for trekking and panoramic views. Open all day but best visited in the afternoon.
INR20, 2h0m

5:00pm

Enjoy shopping at Ooty Market

Explore the local market for tea, spices, homemade chocolates, and handicrafts.
Free to browse, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Garden Restaurant

Savor South Indian delicacies and local dishes in a serene garden setting.
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 3: Coonoor Day Trip

Coonoor, India on July 7, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Have an early breakfast before heading out for the day trip.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Sim's Park, Coonoor

Explore this beautifully maintained botanical garden featuring rare plants and a waterfall. Open from 9:00am to 5:30pm.
INR20, 1h30m

11:00am

Visit Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint

Hike or drive to this iconic viewpoint offering stunning views of the Nilgiri hills and Catherine Falls.
Free, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at The Culinarium

Enjoy a variety of fresh and organic dishes, including great continental and Indian options.
INR900, 1h0m

2:30pm

Tea Factory and Museum Visit

Learn about tea processing and sample different Nilgiri teas. The factory is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm.
INR50, 1h0m

4:00pm

Return to Ooty

Drive or take the toy train back to Ooty to relax in the evening.
INR150, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel or Local Eatery

Relax with dinner at the hotel or try local flavors at a nearby restaurant like Shinkows or Cafe Diem.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 4: Return and Relax

Ooty to Mumbai, India on July 8, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast and Check-Out

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel before checking out and preparing for departure.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Travel from Ooty to Coimbatore

Take a taxi or bus to Coimbatore airport for your flight back to Mumbai.
INR1500, 3h0m

12:00pm

Flight to Mumbai

Board your flight back to Mumbai, concluding your scenic vacation in the Nilgiris.
INR5000, 1h30m
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