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Charming 3-Day Hill Station Escape: Ooty and Coonoor Itinerary

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Day 1: Discover Ooty

Ooty, India on April 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Shinkows

Start your day with authentic South Indian breakfast items and some excellent bakery products at the popular Shinkows cafe, open from 7am to 10:30am.
INR300, 1h0m

9:30am

Botanical Gardens

Visit the 22-acre Botanical Gardens, famous for its diverse range of plants and peaceful setting, open from 8am to 6pm.
INR30, 2h0m

12:00pm

Ooty Lake

Enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the scenic Ooty Lake and explore the surrounding park, open from 9am to 6pm.
INR150, 1h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at Earl's Secret

Dine at Earl's Secret with charming colonial ambiance offering delicious continental and Indian dishes, open from 12pm to 3pm.
INR700, 1h0m

3:00pm

Doddabetta Peak

Take a short drive to the highest peak in the Nilgiris for panoramic views of the hill station, open from 9am to 5pm.
INR20, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Nahar's Sidewalk Cafe

Enjoy a cozy dinner at Nahar’s Sidewalk Cafe offering a mix of local and continental cuisines with great ambiance, open till 10pm.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 2: Explore Coonoor

Coonoor, India on April 19, 2025

7:00am

Travel to Coonoor

Take the scenic Nilgiri Mountain Railway or drive 20 km to Coonoor, enjoying lush landscapes during the 1-1.5 hour journey.
INR150 (train) or INR600 (cab), 1h30m

9:00am

Breakfast at Coffee Cabin

Savor freshly brewed coffee and simple breakfast bites at this cozy and popular café in Coonoor, open from 7am to 11am.
INR250, 1h0m

10:30am

Sim's Park

Visit the 12-hectare botanical garden known for rare species of plants and beautiful walking trails, open from 8am to 6pm.
INR25, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Trending Coffee & Bistro

Enjoy delicious Indian and continental dishes at this favorite spot near Sim's Park, open from 11am to 3pm.
INR500, 1h0m

2:30pm

Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint

Visit this breathtaking viewpoint for sweeping views of the Nilgiris and Catherine Falls, reachable by short taxi or trek, open daylight hours.
Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Return to Ooty

Head back to Ooty by taxi or train, relaxing after a day of exploration.
INR150 or INR600, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Garden Restaurant

Finish your day with traditional South Indian meals or Chinese cuisine at this popular Ooty restaurant, open until 9:30pm.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 3: Local Delights

Ooty, India on April 20, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Nelly's Coffee Bar

Enjoy fresh baked goods and strong coffee at this charming, rustic café open from 7am to 11am.
INR250, 1h0m

9:30am

Rose Garden

Visit the famous Rose Garden hosting thousands of varieties of roses in a serene setting, open from 8:30am to 6pm.
INR20, 1h30m

11:30am

St. Stephen's Church

Explore this historic 19th-century church showcasing beautiful Gothic architecture and stained glass windows, open 9am to 5pm.
Free, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Corner House Ice Cream

Enjoy famous ice cream sundaes and light snacks at this iconic ice cream shop open 10am to 9pm.
INR150, 1h0m

2:30pm

Heritage Train Ride

Take a short heritage toy train ride between Ooty and Coonoor for stunning scenery and nostalgia, tickets available at the station. Runs until early evening.
INR100, 1h0m

4:00pm

Shopping at Ooty Market

Browse local markets for fresh tea, spices, chocolates, and handmade souvenirs before you depart.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Lakeview

Relax and enjoy a final hearty dinner featuring Indian and continental options with lake views, open till 9pm.
INR600, 1h30m
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