2-Day Scenic and Cultural Exploration of Ooty, Tamil Nadu

Day 1: Heritage and Scenic Views

Ooty, Tamil Nadu on May 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Nahar's Sidewalk Cafe

Start your day with a delicious South Indian breakfast featuring dosas and idlis at this popular cafe known for its fresh ingredients and cozy ambiance.
INR300, 1h

9:30am

Visit Ooty Botanical Gardens

Explore this beautifully maintained garden featuring a variety of rare and exotic plants, including a 20-million-year-old fossilized tree.
INR30, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Earl's Secret – Sterling Ooty

Enjoy a delightful lunch in a colonial-era setting, offering continental and Indian dishes with an elegant atmosphere.
INR700, 1h 30m

2:00pm

Ride the Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Take a heritage train ride from Ooty to Coonoor, enjoying spectacular views of the tea plantations and hills (return trip recommended).
INR200, 3h

5:30pm

Explore Ooty Lake

Relax by this artificial lake with options for boating and scenic photography amidst the hills.
INR100 for boating, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Savor authentic Chinese cuisine at one of Ooty’s oldest and most reputed restaurants, known for its flavorful dishes and cozy setting.
INR600, 1h 30m
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Day 2: Nature and Local Culture

Ooty, Tamil Nadu on May 2, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Caffe Tirreno

Enjoy freshly brewed coffee with baked goodies or a hearty breakfast sandwich at this charming cafe with great hill views.
INR350, 1h

9:30am

Visit Doddabetta Peak

Climb or drive up to the highest point in the Nilgiri Hills for breathtaking panoramic views of Ooty and neighboring valleys.
INR20, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Blue Hills

Relish authentic Tamil Nadu cuisine including dosas, biryanis, and local specialties in a traditional ambiance.
INR400, 1h

1:30pm

Explore Government Rose Garden

Discover an impressive variety of roses and other flowers in this extensive, well-kept garden perfect for leisurely walks and photos.
INR20, 1h

3:00pm

Visit St. Stephen’s Church

Experience colonial-era architecture and stained-glass artistry in one of the oldest churches in the Nilgiri region.
Free, 30m

3:45pm

Explore Ooty Market

Shop for local produce, handmade chocolates, and aromatic eucalyptus oil typical of the Nilgiris region in the bustling market area.
Variable, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Zig Zag, Sterling Ooty

End your trip with a multi-cuisine dinner in a scenic hilltop setting, offering both Indian and international dishes with great ambiance.
INR700, 1h 30m
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