Shoestring Budget One-Day Itinerary for Ooty

  1. 9:00AM: Government Botanical Garden
    15 minutes (3.9 km) from Ooty Bus Stand

    Start your day by visiting the Government Botanical Garden, a serene place that houses exotic plants and flowers. Take a stroll around the beautiful garden, relax by the fountain, and take some Instagram-worthy pictures.

  2. 11:00AM: Ooty Lake
    5 minutes (2 km) from Government Botanical Garden

    Spend some time enjoying at Ooty Lake; it is a perfect place for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers where one can enjoy boating, cycling, horse-riding, and much more.

  3. 12:30PM: Lunch at Shinkow's Chinese Restaurant
    20 minutes (5.5 km) from Ooty Lake

    Indulge your taste buds in the flavourful Chinese cuisine at Shinkow's, that serves delectable momos, noodles, and chicken items at budget-friendly rates.

  4. 2:00PM: Thread Garden
    15 minutes (3.4 km) from Shinkow's Chinese Restaurant

    Witness the stunning Thread Garden, which has an extensive collection of hand-made flower designs using threads. The garden also offers beautiful photo opportunities.

  5. 4:00PM: Doddabetta Peak
    30 minutes (10.3km) from Thread Garden

    End your day by visiting the highest mountain peak in the Nilgiri range, the Doddabetta Peak, which offers breathtaking panoramic views and is perfect for a nature walk. It's an excellent opportunity to watch the sunset from this vantage point.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Government Botanical Garden (2 hours, Rs. 20)
  • Ooty Lake (2 hours, Rs. 30)
  • Shinkow's Chinese Restaurant (1.5 hour, Rs. 200)
  • Thread Garden (1 hour, Rs. 30)
  • Doddabetta Peak (2 hours, Rs. 10)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 290

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add visits to the Ooty Rose Garden, St. Stephen's Church, and Tea Museum. If you have less time, you can skip Thread Garden and directly go to Doddabetta Peak. Avoid visiting too many places in one day to enjoy the places fully.

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