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7-Day Scenic Train and Car Journey from Chennai to Mysuru via Ooty, Coonoor, and Kotagiri with Return to Kolkata

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Day 1: Travel to Ooty

Chennai to Ooty, India on July 30, 2025

7:30am

Departure from Chennai

Start your journey early from Chennai by train towards Mettupalayam, then take a car or taxi to Ooty. Enjoy the changing landscapes from plains to hills.
INR500 (train approx.), 7h0m

3:00pm

Check in to hotel in Ooty

Settle in at a comfortable hill station hotel like Sterling Ooty Fern Hill or similar which offers easy access to local attractions.
INR3500 per night, Rest of day

5:00pm

Visit Ooty Lake

Take a relaxing boat ride at Ooty Lake, open until 6:00 pm. This scenic lake is perfect to unwind after your journey.
INR150, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Earl’s Secret

Enjoy some fine South Indian and Continental dishes at Earl's Secret, a popular hill station dining spot with colonial charm.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 2: Ooty sightseeing

Ooty, India on July 31, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast at your hotel, enjoying local tea and fresh fruit.
Included in stay, 1h0m

9:30am

Botanical Gardens

Explore the Ooty Botanical Gardens open from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm featuring rare plants and beautiful landscapes.
INR50, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Shinkow’s Chinese Restaurant

Relish authentic Chinese cuisine famous in Ooty to refresh yourself before afternoon tours.
INR500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Doddabetta Peak

Drive up to Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiri Hills, offering panoramic views. Open until 6:00 pm.
INR30, 2h0m

4:00pm

Tea factory visit

Visit the Tea Museum and Tea Factory, experiencing tea production and tasting sessions.
INR50, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Shinkow’s again or hotel restaurant

Enjoy a relaxed dinner with local specialities or preferred dishes from the menu.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 3: Coonoor and Kotagiri Day Trip

Ooty, Coonoor, Kotagiri, India on August 1, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast and depart to Coonoor

Enjoy breakfast in Ooty then take a scenic 1-hour car ride to Coonoor known for tea estates and vibrant hills.
INR200 for car, 1h0m

9:00am

Sim's Park Coonoor

Wander through Sim's Park, a beautifully maintained botanical garden with rare plants and exotic flora, open till 6:00 pm.
INR30, 1h30m

11:00am

Tea Estate Visit

Take a guided tour of an expansive tea plantation near Coonoor, learn about tea plucking and processing.
Free or small tip, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at The Culinarium

Enjoy a delicious gourmet meal with local and international flavours in Coonoor.
INR700, 1h0m

2:00pm

Drive to Kotagiri

Relax on a scenic 30-minute drive to Kotagiri, a peaceful hill station known for its serene environment.
INR150, 30m

2:30pm

Visit Elk Falls and Catherine Falls

Take walks to Elk Falls and Catherine Falls, beautiful waterfalls surrounded by lush forestry open till dusk.
Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Return to Ooty

Drive back to Ooty to rest and prepare for next day’s journey.
INR250, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at hotel or locally

Opt for a quiet dinner at your hotel or enjoy local Tamil Nadu dishes at a nearby restaurant.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 4: Travel to Mysuru

Ooty to Mysuru, India on August 2, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast and check out

Have an early breakfast and check out of your Ooty hotel to start the drive to Mysuru.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Drive to Mysuru

Embark on a scenic 3.5 to 4-hour car journey from Ooty to Mysuru via the beautiful Western Ghats.
INR1500 for car, 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch in Mysuru - RRR or similar

Taste authentic Mysuru cuisine at RRR, famous for its crispy dosas and traditional flavours.
INR400, 1h0m

2:30pm

Check-in to Mysuru hotel

Check in at a well-located hotel like Radisson Blu Plaza Mysore for comfort and convenience.
INR3500 per night, Afternoon rest

4:00pm

Visit Mysore Palace

Explore the magnificent Mysore Palace open until 5:30 pm, an architectural marvel and royal heritage site.
INR70, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Vinayaka Mylari

Enjoy traditional Mysuru thali and dosas in this popular local eatery.
INR350, 1h0m
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Day 5: Mysuru sightseeing

Mysuru, India on August 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Begin the day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Chamundi Hill and Nandi Bull

Travel to Chamundi Hill to see the Chamundeshwari Temple and giant Nandi Bull statue; open all day for sightseeing.
Free, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Pai Vijayashree

Sample local Karnataka cuisine with a rich variety of dishes in a clean, welcoming environment.
INR450, 1h0m

1:30pm

St. Philomena's Cathedral

Visit this beautiful neo-gothic church, one of the tallest in Asia, noted for stained glass and peaceful atmosphere.
Free, 1h0m

3:00pm

Explore Mysuru Zoo (Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens)

Spend a couple of hours enjoying the well-maintained zoo, open till 5:30 pm, with diverse animal species.
INR80, 2h0m

6:00pm

Relax and dinner

Return to your hotel to relax or dine at the hotel’s restaurant with a sumptuous meal.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 6: Return journey

Mysuru to Kolkata, India on August 4, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast and check-out

Enjoy breakfast early and prepare to depart for train station.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Transfer to Mysuru Railway Station

Reach Mysuru railway station to board the train towards Kolkata. The journey is approximately 36 to 40 hours by train.
INR2500 approx., Travel time

Day spent

Train journey

Relax and enjoy the scenic rail journey across southern and eastern India.
Included, All day
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Day 7: Arrival in Kolkata

Kolkata, India on August 5, 2025

Morning

Arrival in Kolkata

Reach Kolkata railway station and check in at a comfortable city hotel such as The Oberoi Grand to unwind after your journey.
INR4000 approx., Rest of day

12:00pm

Lunch at Oh! Calcutta

Indulge in authentic Bengali cuisine at this highly recommended restaurant in Kolkata.
INR700, 1h0m

2:00pm

Relaxing afternoon or light sightseeing

Optional short visit to Victoria Memorial or stroll along the Hooghly riverfront to enjoy the city's colonial charm.
INR30 for Victoria Memorial entry, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Peter Cat

Wind down your trip with dinner at Peter Cat, famous for its Chelo Kebab and a classic Kolkata experience.
INR800, 1h30m
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