One Day Itinerary: Explore the Beautiful Hill Stations of Ooty and Coonoor

Day 1: Ooty & Coonoor Adventure

Ooty & Coonoor, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at a Local Café

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the popular 'Ooty Coffee House', known for its South Indian delicacies like dosas and filter coffee.
Located in the heart of Ooty, easily reachable by walking from most hotels.
INR 250, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Ooty Botanical Gardens

Stroll through the lush Ooty Botanical Gardens, where you can marvel at a diverse collection of flora and a magnificent old oak tree.
A short taxi ride (10 minutes) from the café.
INR 30, 1.5 hours

11:30AM

Explore Ooty Lake

Head over to Ooty Lake for a peaceful boat ride and enjoy the scenic views of the surrounding mountain landscape.
A quick 5-minute taxi ride from the Botanical Gardens.
INR 150 for a boat ride, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at 'Nahar’s Sidewalk Café'

Enjoy a delicious lunch at this charming café, which serves a mix of Indian and continental dishes, perfect to refuel for the afternoon.
A 10-minute walk from Ooty Lake.
INR 500, 1 hour

1:30PM

Travel to Coonoor

Take a scenic drive to Coonoor, famous for its tea gardens and breathtaking views.
A 30-minute taxi ride from Ooty.
INR 600, 30 minutes

2:00PM

Visit Sim's Park

Enjoy a leisurely walk in Sim's Park, which features a variety of plant species and is a lovely spot to relax.
Easily accessible by taxi once in Coonoor.
INR 30, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Tea Gardens

Visit the lush tea gardens of Coonoor, where you can learn about tea processing and enjoy stunning views.
A short drive to nearby tea estates.
Free, 1.5 hours

4:30PM

Afternoon Tea at 'The Culinarium'

Savor a delightful afternoon tea with homemade snacks while taking in the views of the tea gardens.
A convenient 10-minute taxi ride from the tea gardens.
INR 600, 1 hour

5:30PM

Return to Ooty

Head back to Ooty in the late afternoon to relax and enjoy the sunset.
A 30-minute taxi ride back to Ooty.
INR 600, 30 minutes

6:00PM

Dinner at 'Wilsons The Huntsman'

End your fantastic day with a hearty dinner at this popular restaurant known for its local and Indian cuisine.
Located centrally in Ooty, easily accessible.
INR 700, 1.5 hours
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