3-Day Itinerary for Coimbatore, Ooty, and Munnar

  1. Day 1: Coimbatore
    Distance from previous location: N/A
    Estimated Time: N/A

    Explore the stunning architecture of the Marudamalai Temple and the Dhyanalinga Yogic Temple. Take a walk around the beautiful Codissia Trade Fair Complex, and pick up local souvenirs from the vibrant Brookefields Mall.

  2. Day 2: Ooty
    Distance from previous location: 86 km (3 hours)
    Estimated Time: Full day

    Enjoy the natural beauty of Ooty, visit the impressive Doddabetta Peak and the breathtaking Pykara Waterfall. Walk around the serene Ooty Botanical Gardens and catch a ride on the famous toy train at the Ooty Railway Station.

  3. Day 3: Munnar
    Distance from previous location: 256 km (7 hours)
    Estimated Time: Full day

    Enjoy the greenery of Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Drive through the scenic Route 1 for a view of Mattupetty Lake. Take a tea factory tour and know all about it. Have a refreshing cup of tea and indulge in shopping of tea pack from the wide variety available.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Marudamalai Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Dhyanalinga Yogic Temple (45 minutes, Free)
  • Codissia Trade Fair Complex (1 hour, Free)
  • Brookefields Mall (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Doddabetta Peak (2 hours, INR 10)
  • Pykara Waterfall (2 hours, INR 30)
  • Ooty Botanical Gardens (1 hour, INR 30)
  • Toy Train Ride (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Eravikulam National Park (3 hours, INR 120)
  • Tea factory tour (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1,010

Useful Tips

If you have more time in Coimbatore, consider visiting the fascinating Vellingiri Hill Temple. Furthermore, don't forget to try out the local biryani at various street shops and dine-in restaurants. If you have less time, you may skip the Brookefields Mall on day 1. On day 2, you can remove Pykara waterfall from the list and spend more time at Doddabetta Peak and Ooty Botanical Garden. On day 3, you may omit Eravikulam National Park and opt for shopping for tea instead.

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