Enchanting Rail Journey in Coonoor

Day 1: Nature and Tea Delights

Coonoor, India on May 3, 2024

8:00AM

Breakfast at a Local Cafe

Start your day with a delicious South Indian breakfast at a local cafe, savoring hot idlis and filter coffee.
Walk or take a short auto-rickshaw ride from Coonoor Railway Station to the cafe.
INR 200, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Sim's Park

Spend the morning exploring the beautiful botanical gardens of Sim's Park, filled with exotic plants and trees.
Walk from the cafe to Sim's Park.
INR 100, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional South Indian thali for lunch at a cozy local restaurant.
Walk from Sim's Park to the restaurant.
INR 300, 1 hour

2:00PM

Visit Lamb's Rock

Head to Lamb's Rock for breathtaking views of the Coonoor Valley and the lush surroundings.
Take a taxi from the restaurant to Lamb's Rock.
INR 150, 2 hours

4:30PM

Tour Highfield Tea Factory

Learn about the tea-making process at Highfield Tea Factory and enjoy a cup of freshly brewed tea.
Take a taxi from Lamb's Rock to the tea factory.
INR 200, 1.5 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at a Local Eatery

End your day with a flavorful dinner at a local eatery, trying some regional delicacies.
Take a taxi back to Coonoor town for dinner.
INR 400, 1 hour
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Day 2: Scenic Train Ride and Departure

Coonoor, India on May 4, 2024

8:00AM

Breakfast at a Tea Estate

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at a scenic tea estate, enjoying panoramic views of the plantations.
Take a taxi to a nearby tea estate for breakfast.
INR 250, 1.5 hours

10:00AM

Ride the Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Embark on a picturesque train journey on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway from Coonoor to Ooty, soaking in the stunning mountain views.
Walk or take a short taxi ride to Coonoor Railway Station to board the train.
INR 500, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch in Ooty

Arrive in Ooty and have a leisurely lunch at a cozy restaurant, sampling some local Ooty specialties.
Walk or take a taxi from the train station to the restaurant in Ooty.
INR 350, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Ooty Botanical Gardens

Visit the picturesque Ooty Botanical Gardens, home to a diverse collection of flora from the region.
Walk from the restaurant to the botanical gardens.
INR 150, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Shopping in Ooty Market

Spend some time shopping for local souvenirs and treats in the bustling Ooty market.
Walk from the botanical gardens to the market area.
Variable, 1 hour

7:00PM

Departure from Ooty

Bid farewell to the charming hill stations of Coonoor and Ooty as you head back to your onward destination.
Make your way to Ooty bus stand or taxi stand for your onward journey.
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