Bangalore to Ooty 3-Day Scenic Road Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Road Trip Start

Bangalore to Ooty, India on April 25, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at MTR, Bangalore

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast at Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR), known for its crisp dosas and strong filter coffee.
INR300, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive from Bangalore to Mysore

Embark on a 3-hour scenic drive to Mysore covering approximately 145 km via NH275, enjoying lush countryside views.
Fuel costs applicable, 3h0m

11:00am

Visit Mysore Palace

Explore the majestic Mysore Palace, the royal residence famous for its Indo-Saracenic architecture and rich history. Open 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
INR70, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel RRR, Mysore

Enjoy authentic Mysore-style biryani and traditional Karnataka thali at this well-loved restaurant near the palace.
INR400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Drive from Mysore to Ooty

Drive 125 km through the scenic Bandipur National Park area and Nilgiri hills to reach Ooty in about 3.5 hours.
Fuel costs applicable, 3h30m

5:00pm

Check-in and Relax at Hotel in Ooty

Check into your hotel and enjoy some rest time before dinner. Recommended stay: The Fern Hill Resort or similar.
Hotel cost, 1h30m

6:30pm

Dinner at Earl's Secret

Dine in a cozy cottage-like restaurant offering continental and Indian dishes with a lovely garden ambiance.
INR700, 1h0m
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Day 2: Ooty Exploration

Ooty, India on April 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel with fresh local tea and homemade breads.
Included in hotel, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Botanical Gardens

Stroll through 22 hectares of botanical beauty showcasing rare tree species, orchids, and ferns. Open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
INR30, 1h30m

10:45am

Ooty Lake Boating

Relax at the beautiful Ooty Lake and take a pedal boat or row boat ride available from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
INR60, 1h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Sample the best Chinese cuisine in Ooty with fresh noodles and dim sum specialties.
INR500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Doddabetta Peak

Drive up to the highest point in Nilgiri hills, offering panoramic views. Open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
INR30, 1h30m

3:15pm

Explore Rose Garden

Wander through Asia's largest rose garden with thousands of varieties, open till 6:00 PM.
INR20, 1h0m

5:00pm

Evening Tea at King's Cliff

Enjoy tea with views at King’s Cliff, a charming tea house with a colonial ambiance.
INR300, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Culinarium

Try delightful fusion cuisine blending local flavors with continental dishes in a cozy setting.
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 3: Return Journey

Ooty to Bangalore, India on April 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Fuel up with a healthy breakfast before the long drive back to Bangalore.
Included in hotel, 1h0m

8:30am

Drive from Ooty to Bangalore

Begin your approximately 6-hour drive back to Bangalore via NH275 and Mysore, enjoying the pleasant hill station atmosphere fading into plains.
Fuel costs applicable, 6h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Kamat Lokaruchi, near Mysore

Stop for a traditional Karnataka thali lunch at this popular highway restaurant close to Mysore to refresh on the return journey.
INR400, 1h0m

3:30pm

Continue Drive to Bangalore

Finish your comfortable drive back to Bangalore with scenic views along the way.
Fuel costs applicable, 2h30m
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