Budget Family Road Trip from Calicut to Ooty

Day 1: Journey to Ooty

Ooty, India

7:00AM

Early Breakfast

Kick start your adventure with a hearty breakfast at 'Hotel Saravana Bhavan' in Calicut, where you can savour traditional South Indian dishes like idli and dosa.
After breakfast, conveniently head towards Ooty via Kalpetta on NH766.
INR150, 1 hour

8:00AM

Departure to Ooty

Set off for Ooty and enjoy stunning views along the winding roads.
Take NH766 towards Wayanad, then continue towards Ooty via NH181.
INR0, 6 hours

2:00PM

Lunch Stop

Stop for lunch at 'Hotel Hilltop' in Ooty, where you can enjoy delicious local cuisine at pocket-friendly prices.
Arrive at the restaurant after checking into your budget accommodation.
INR500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Botanical Gardens

Explore the lush greenery and stunning flower beds at the Government Botanical Gardens, which provide a perfect spot for relaxation and fun for your child.
Take a short drive or walk from the lunch spot to the gardens.
INR30 per person, 2 hours

5:00PM

Explore Ooty Lake

Spend a lovely late afternoon by Ooty Lake, where you can hire a paddleboat and enjoy time on the water with your family.
Drive or take a short auto-rickshaw ride to Ooty Lake.
INR200 for boat rental, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner Time

Dine at 'Nahar's Holiday Inn' where you can enjoy a family meal with a view of the beautiful sunset.
A short drive from Ooty Lake takes you to Nahar's for dinner.
INR800, 1 hour

8:30PM

Check-in to Accommodation

Settle into a budget-friendly hotel like 'Hotel Silver Oak' for a restful night.
Proceed to the hotel, which is only a short distance away from the dinner location.
INR1,200 for a night, 30 mins
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