A 5-Day Foodie Itinerary in Ooty, July 2023

1. Day 1: Tea Tasting at Dodabetta Tea Factory
   20 minutes (6.1 km) from Ooty Lake

   Start your day with a heavenly tea tasting experience at Dodabetta Tea Factory, the highest elevated tea factory in Southern India. Learn about the process of tea production and then indulge in a tea tasting session where you can sample different blends of tea from the factory. In the afternoon, head to the charming Le Cafe for some delicious French cuisine. In the evening, visit the bustling Charing Cross market for some street food delights.

2. Day 2: Chocolate Tasting at Moddy's Chocolates
   10 minutes (3 km) from Rose Garden

   Get your chocolate fix at Moddy's Chocolates, a local chocolatier known for their handmade chocolates with unique flavors. Afterward, visit the nearby Shinkows Chinese Restaurant for some mouthwatering Chinese cuisine. In the evening, head to the Ooty Club, one of the oldest clubs in India, for a fine dining experience.

3. Day 3: Breakfast at Kingstar Bakery
   10 minutes (3 km) from Government Botanical Garden

   Start your day with some freshly baked bread and pastries at Kingstar Bakery, a local favorite since 1902. Afterward, visit the nearby Nahar Restaurant for some authentic Indian cuisine. In the evening, head to the Ooty Elk Hill Golf Course for a scenic dinner and drinks.

4. Day 4: Lunch at Nahar Sidewalk Cafe
   15 minutes (4.7 km) from Ooty Doddabetta Peak

   Enjoy a leisurely lunch at Nahar Sidewalk Cafe, a cozy cafe serving delicious sandwiches and coffee. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Green Shop for some eco-friendly souvenirs. In the evening, head to Earl's Secret for some continental cuisine and a stunning view of the valley.

5. Day 5: Breakfast at Willy's Coffee Pub
   10 minutes (3 km) from Pykara Waterfall

   Start your day with some freshly brewed coffee and hearty breakfast at Willy's Coffee Pub, a cozy cafe with a relaxed atmosphere. Afterward, head to Quality Restaurant for some delicious South Indian cuisine. In the evening, visit the nearby Taj Savoy Hotel for a fancy dinner at their charming restaurant, The Dining Room.

Recommendations

If you have time, consider visiting the Ooty Rose Garden, Wax World Museum, and the Thread Garden. A side trip to Coonoor, a scenic hill station nearby, is also highly recommended. Make the most out of your trip by taking the UNESCO Nilgiri Mountain Railway train ride from Mettupalayam to Ooty for a picturesque journey through the mountains.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dodabetta Tea Factory (2 hours, INR 400)
• Le Cafe (2 hours, INR 800)
• Charing Cross Market (2 hours, INR 300)
• Moddy's Chocolates (1 hour, INR 500)
• Shinkows Chinese Restaurant (1.5 hours, INR 800)
• Ooty Club (2 hours, INR 2000)
• Kingstar Bakery (1 hour, INR 200)
• Nahar Restaurant (1.5 hours, INR 1000)
• Ooty Elk Hill Golf Course (2 hours, INR 1500)
• Nahar Sidewalk Cafe (1.5 hours, INR 600)
• Green Shop (1 hour, INR 500)
• Earl's Secret (2 hours, INR 1200)
• Willy's Coffee Pub (1 hour, INR 300)
• Quality Restaurant (1.5 hours, INR 800)
• The Dining Room at Taj Savoy Hotel (2 hours, INR 2500)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 13,800 (excluding hotel and transportation)

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