Family-Friendly 3-Day Bangalore to Ooty Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Travel & Sightsee

Bangalore to Ooty, India on April 25, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at MTR Bengaluru

Enjoy a traditional South Indian breakfast at MTR, famous for dosas and idlis, open from 6:00am to 10:30am, perfect for an early start.
INR300, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to Ooty

Begin the scenic 6-hour drive from Bangalore to Ooty heading northwest via NH 275 and NH 181, passing through Mysore and Bandipur National Park.
INR0 (self-drive/fuel cost varies), 6h0m

2:00pm

Check-in at hotel in Ooty

Settle into your family-friendly hotel such as Taj Savoy or Sterling Ooty Fern Hill, offering comfortable amenities and great views.
Varies, 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit Ooty Lake

Spend the afternoon at Ooty Lake enjoying pedal boating and a walk around the serene lake; open from 8:30am to 6:00pm.
INR50 per person for boating, 1h30m

5:30pm

Explore Botanical Gardens

Visit the Government Botanical Gardens to admire exotic flora and a beautiful layout, open from 8:00am to 6:00pm daily.
INR30, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Earl's Secret

Enjoy a cozy dinner at Earl's Secret, a well-regarded restaurant serving continental and Indian dishes, open until 10:00pm.
INR1000 approx for family, 1h30m
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Day 2: Nature & Culture

Ooty, India on April 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast buffet at your hotel featuring local and international options.
Included with stay, 1h0m

9:30am

Ride the Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Take a nostalgic toy train ride from Ooty to Coonoor through stunning landscapes; trains run from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
INR220 per person, 1h30m

11:30am

Explore Sim's Park, Coonoor

Visit Sim's Park, a botanical garden with diverse plants and a lovely environment, open from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
INR20, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Tea Nest Restaurant

Enjoy local Nilgiri cuisine with scenic views in Coonoor, lunch served from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.
INR600 approx for family, 1h0m

2:30pm

Return to Ooty by train

Relax on the return toy train journey to Ooty, enjoying the views and peaceful ride.
Included, 1h30m

4:00pm

Visit Rose Garden

Explore the renowned Ooty Rose Garden featuring hundreds of varieties of roses, open until 6:00pm.
INR30, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Dine on award-winning Chinese dishes in Ooty, open till 10:00pm, perfect for a family meal.
INR800 approx for family, 1h30m
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Day 3: Sightseeing & Return

Ooty to Bangalore, India on April 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a quick and filling breakfast to prepare for the day's activities and journey back home.
Included with stay, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Doddabetta Peak

Hike or drive to Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiris, offering panoramic views; open from 8:00am to 5:00pm.
INR30 per person, 1h30m

10:30am

Explore the Wax World Museum

Discover wax statues of famous personalities, a fun cultural stop in Ooty, open 9:30am to 5:30pm.
INR100, 1h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Nahar's Sidewalk Cafe

Enjoy light, fresh meals including sandwiches and coffee in a casual ambiance before the return drive.
INR500 approx for family, 1h0m

1:30pm

Drive back to Bangalore

Start your 6-hour return journey via the same scenic route, taking breaks en route as needed.
INR0 (self-drive/fuel cost varies), 6h0m
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