Enchanting 3-Day Nature and Culture Escape in Ooty, India

Day 1: Town and Gardens

Ooty, India on April 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at The Culinarium

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at The Culinarium, known for its fresh baked goods and aromatic coffee, open from 7:30am to 11:00am.
INR500, 1h

9:30am

Visit Ooty Botanical Gardens

Explore the beautifully maintained Botanical Gardens featuring exotic plants, giant ferns, and a charming fossilized tree trunk, open from 8:30am to 6:00pm.
INR30, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Earl's Secret

Enjoy traditional South Indian and multi-cuisine dishes at Earl’s Secret, set in a cozy location with a scenic ambiance, open 12:00pm to 3:00pm.
INR700, 1h

1:30pm

Explore Ooty Town Center

Stroll through the vibrant local market, shop for local handicrafts and Nilgiri tea, soaking in the town’s colonial charm.
Free, 2h

4:00pm

Visit St. Stephen’s Church

Visit the historic St. Stephen’s Church, a serene colonial era landmark, perfect for experiencing the architectural heritage, open until 6:00pm.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Shinkows

Savor Chinese and Tibetan delicacies at Shinkows, a popular restaurant among locals and tourists, open until 10:00pm.
INR600, 1h

Day 2: Nature and Views

Ooty, India on April 19, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Indian Coffee House

Enjoy a classic South Indian breakfast with strong coffee at the historic Indian Coffee House, open from 7:00am to 3:00pm.
INR200, 1h

9:00am

Visit Doddabetta Peak

Climb or drive to Doddabetta Peak, the highest point around Ooty, offering panoramic views of the Nilgiri Hills. The area is accessible from 6:00am to 6:00pm.
INR20, 2h

11:30am

Tour Tea Plantations

Take a guided tour of nearby tea plantations to learn about tea production and savour fresh Nilgiri tea, open visitor hours generally 9:00am-5:00pm.
INR150, 1h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at King's Cliff

Relax and enjoy a scenic lunch at King’s Cliff, offering local and continental dishes with hill station views, serving 12:00pm to 3:00pm.
INR800, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Tea Factory and Museum

Explore the Tea Factory and Museum in Ooty to see how tea is made and to sample different varieties, open 10:00am to 6:00pm.
INR30, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Sidewalk Cafe

Dine in this cozy cafe with a variety of Indian and fusion dishes, open until 10:30pm.
INR600, 1h

Day 3: Lakeside Leisure

Ooty, India on April 20, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel Gem Park

Enjoy a breakfast buffet featuring local and continental options in a comfortable setting, open from 7:30am to 10:30am.
INR550, 1h

9:30am

Ooty Lake Boat Ride

Take a relaxing boat ride on Ooty Lake, which offers paddle boats and row boats, open from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
INR100, 1h

11:00am

Visit Ooty Rose Garden

Explore the extensive Rose Garden boasting over 20,000 varieties of roses, perfect for a leisurely walk, open from 8:30am to 6:00pm.
INR20, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Adyar Ananda Bhavan

Savour authentic South Indian vegetarian meals at Adyar Ananda Bhavan, open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.
INR400, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Government Museum

Visit the Government Museum to learn about the regional history, geology, and tribal culture, open 10:00am to 5:00pm.
INR20, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at The Taste of China

End your trip with dinner at The Taste of China, a well-regarded spot for Chinese cuisine, open until 9:30pm.
INR650, 1h