10-Day Relaxation Itinerary for Coonoor

1. Day 1: Sim's Park
   10-minute walk from Coonoor Bus Stand

   Explore the beautifully landscaped gardens filled with exotic plants and trees.

2. Day 2: Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint
   30-minute drive from Sim's Park (10 km)

   Enjoy a stunning aerial view of the Catherine Falls and the valleys around.

3. Day 3: Laws Falls
   40-minute drive from Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint (20 km)

   Watch the waterfall cascading from a height of 180 feet amidst a scenic slice of nature.

4. Day 4: Pasteur’s Institute
   15-minute drive from Laws Falls (6 km)

   Visit the research center which produces snake antigens and polio vaccines and learn about the history of the institute.

5. Day 5: Droog Fort Trek
   40-minute drive from Pasteur’s Institute (18 km)

   Embark on a trek to the top of the fort and experience the splendid panoramic view of Coonoor.

6. Day 6: Sims Park
   30-minute drive from Droog Fort Trek (17 km)

   Visit Sim's Park again for some refreshing walks around the lush greenery.

7. Day 7: Highfield Tea Factory
   30-minute drive from Sim's Park (12 km)

   Take a guided tour of the tea factory and learn about the process of tea processing, finishing with some tea tasting.

8. Day 8: Catherine Falls
   30 minutes drive from Highfield Tea Factory (11 km)

   Visit the waterfall amidst the lush green forest to feel the serenity and peaceful environment.

9. Day 9: Wellington Gymkhana Club
   30-minute drive from Catherine Falls (13 km)

   Unwind in the serene clubhouse surrounded by nature, enjoy a game of snooker or pool, and grab some traditional English dishes.

10. Day 10: Ketti Valley Viewpoint
    20-minute drive from Wellington Gymkhana Club (8 km)

    Behold the breathtaking view of the largest valley in the Nilgiris, spellbinding scenic views, and enjoy a cup of tea.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Sim’s Park (1.5 hours, INR 50)
• Dolphin’s Nose Viewpoint (2 hours, INR 20)
• Laws Falls (1.5 hours, INR 20)
• Pasteur’s Institute (1 hour, Free entry)
• Droog Fort Trek (4 hours, Free entry)
• Highfield Tea Factory (1.5 hours, INR 100)
• Catherine Falls (2 hours, INR 10)
• Wellington Gymkhana Club (2 hours, INR 500 for club access)
• Ketti Valley Viewpoint (1.5 hours, Free entry)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 7000

Useful Tips

Add an extra day to visit Ooty, famous for its tea estates and botanical gardens. Subtract a day by skipping Wellington Gymkhana Club.