Bangalore to Ooty Weekend Getaway: A Relaxing Two-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Travel and Explore

Bangalore to Ooty, India on April 19, 2025

6:00am

Start from Bangalore

Leave Bangalore early morning to avoid city traffic and enjoy the scenic 6-hour drive to Ooty, which covers approximately 270 km mostly along NH275 and ghat roads.
INR0, 6h0m

12:00pm

Arrival and Check-in

Check into your selected hotel or homestay in Ooty to freshen up and relax before heading out for the day's activities.
Varies, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Shinkow's Chinese Restaurant

Enjoy a flavorful lunch of authentic Chinese and vegetarian dishes popular in Ooty at Shinkow's, open from 12pm to 3:30pm.
INR500 approx., 1h0m

2:30pm

Ooty Botanical Gardens

Visit the beautifully maintained Botanical Gardens established in 1847 featuring a wide variety of exotic and indigenous plants, ideal for nature enthusiasts.
INR30, 1h30m

4:15pm

Ooty Lake

Relax at Ooty Lake by enjoying a boat ride or a peaceful walk around the lake, open till sunset. It's great for leisure and to catch some serene views.
INR120, 1h0m

6:00pm

Tea and Snacks at Earl's Secret

Visit Earl's Secret at King's Cliff hotel for an evening tea or coffee with delightful snacks in a serene garden setting.
INR400, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Nahar's Sidewalk Café

Dine at this popular café offering a cozy ambiance with North Indian, Continental and South Indian dishes, perfect for unwinding after a long day.
INR600 approx., 1h30m
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Day 2: Local Sightseeing and Return

Ooty, India on April 20, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel, including local South Indian favorites and fresh juices.
Included in stay, 1h0m

8:30am

Doddabetta Peak

Visit the highest peak in the Nilgiri Hills offering panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and hills, accessible by a short hike.
INR30, 1h30m

10:15am

Rose Garden

Explore the Government Rose Garden which boasts thousands of varieties of roses and is one of the largest in India.
INR30, 1h0m

11:30am

Ooty Toy Train Ride

Take a scenic toy train ride from Ooty to Coonoor (if time allows, approximately 1 hour one way) to enjoy the beautiful Nilgiri landscape.
INR300, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Hyderabadi Biryani Hotel

Savor authentic Hyderabadi biryani and other Indian delicacies in this well-regarded local eatery, open till 3 pm.
INR400, 1h0m

2:30pm

Depart for Bangalore

Begin your return journey to Bangalore to reach by evening, avoiding night-time travel on ghat roads for safety.
INR0, 6h0m
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