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4-Day Scenic Road Trip from Mangalore to Bangalore via Ooty and Kodaikanal

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Day 1: Mangalore to Ooty

Mangalore to Ooty, India on July 30, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Ideal Cafe, Mangalore

Enjoy a traditional Mangalorean breakfast including neer dosa and filter coffee. The cafe opens at 7am, perfect to start your day.
INR250, 1h

8:30am

Drive from Mangalore to Ooty

A scenic 6-7 hour drive covering approximately 280 km through Western Ghats with beautiful landscapes and coffee plantations.
Fuel and tolls approx. INR2000, 7h30m

4:00pm

Check-in and Rest at Hotel in Ooty

Relax at your hotel and freshen up after the long drive. Recommended stay: Fernhill Palace for heritage luxury.
INR4000, 1h

5:00pm

Visit Ooty Botanical Gardens

Explore the famous Botanical Gardens known for its extensive variety of plants and seasonal floral shows. Open until 6:00pm.
INR30, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Relish authentic Indo-Chinese dishes that are popular in Ooty, known for their flavorful noodles and soups.
INR500, 1h
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Day 2: Ooty Exploration

Ooty, India on July 31, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Earl's Secret

Savour a continental breakfast in a colonial setting with views of the Nilgiris.
INR600, 1h

9:30am

Nilgiri Mountain Railway Toy Train Ride

Experience a picturesque toy train ride from Ooty to Coonoor and back, showcasing tea plantations and mountain terrain. Check schedule; morning rides available.
INR150, 4h

2:00pm

Lunch at Nahar's Sidewalk Cafe, Ooty

Enjoy Western and Indian fusion dishes in a cosy cafe perfect to recharge after the train ride.
INR400, 1h

3:30pm

Exploration of Ooty Lake

Relax by the scenic lake with options for boat rides (open till 6:00pm), a perfect afternoon leisure activity.
INR100, 1h30m

6:30pm

Dinner at Hotel or Local South Indian Restaurant

Try authentic Tamil Nadu dishes such as dosa, idli, and sambhar for a light dinner.
INR300, 1h
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Day 3: Ooty to Kodaikanal

Ooty to Kodaikanal, India on August 1, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Quick breakfast before commencing the drive.
INR300, 30m

8:00am

Drive from Ooty to Kodaikanal

A 6-hour scenic drive (~250 km) passing through Mudumalai National Park and small towns, perfect for experiencing diverse landscapes.
Fuel and tolls approx. INR2000, 6h

2:00pm

Lunch at Cloud Street, Kodaikanal

Enjoy contemporary continental and fusion cuisine with a vibrant ambiance.
INR600, 1h

3:30pm

Check-in at Hotel in Kodaikanal

Recommended stay: The Carlton or Sterling Kodai Lake, both offering great lake views.
INR4500, 1h

4:30pm

Visit Coaker's Walk

A scenic walkway offering panoramic views of valleys and hills, open until 7:00pm.
Free, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Pastry Corner

Sample delicious pastries and snacks along with a cozy dinner, popular for comfort food in Kodaikanal.
INR400, 1h
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Day 4: Kodaikanal to Bangalore

Kodaikanal to Bangalore, India on August 2, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Have an early breakfast to begin the long drive comfortably.
INR300, 30m

7:30am

Drive from Kodaikanal to Bangalore

A long drive totaling approximately 460 km taking about 9 hours via NH 44, crossing the plains and arriving in Bangalore by evening.
Fuel and tolls approx. INR2500, 9h

5:00pm

Arrive and check-in at Bangalore Hotel

Recommended stays include The Oberoi or Taj West End for a luxurious end to your road trip.
INR6000, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Karavalli Restaurant, Bangalore

Celebrate your trip end with exquisite South Indian coastal cuisine, famed for authentic Mangalorean and Kerala dishes.
INR1000, 1h
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