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3-Day Scenic and Cultural Exploration of Ooty, India

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Day 1: Ooty Town & Gardens

Ooty, India on May 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Shinkows

Enjoy a delicious traditional breakfast at Shinkows, known for its vegetable momos and South Indian delicacies. The restaurant opens by 8am, perfect for a fresh start to your day.

INR200, 1h

9:30am

Ooty Botanical Gardens

Explore the lush Ooty Botanical Gardens, home to a variety of exotic and indigenous plants, including a beautiful rose garden and a fossilized tree trunk, open from 9am to 6pm.

INR30, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Earl's Secret

Dine in a colonial-style heritage hotel restaurant offering delicious continental and Indian dishes, providing a cosy atmosphere to relax.

INR600, 1h

1:30pm

Ooty Lake Boating

Enjoy a peaceful boat ride on Ooty Lake, which is open from 9am to 6pm, with options for paddle boats and row boats, surrounded by scenic hills.

INR150, 1h

3:00pm

Shopping at Ooty Market

Stroll through Ooty’s local market to explore fresh local produce, spices, and homemade chocolates, perfect for souvenirs.

Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Hyde Park Restaurant

This restaurant serves authentic South Indian cuisine, including dosa and thali meals, popular among locals and tourists alike.

INR400, 1h

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Day 2: Nature and Rail Adventure

Ooty, India on May 6, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Café Diem

Start early with a rich cup of coffee and freshly baked pastries at Café Diem, a favourite stop for coffee aficionados.

INR250, 1h

8:30am

Doddabetta Peak

Visit the highest point in the Nilgiris, Doddabetta Peak, offering panoramic views of the hills, open from 9am to 6pm but accessible from early morning.

INR25, 2h

11:00am

Nilgiri Rose Garden

Marvel at thousands of rose varieties in Asia's largest rose garden, open 8am to 6pm, a photographer’s delight.

INR20, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Sidewalk Café

Enjoy casual dining with local and international dishes in a quaint café setting close to Ooty town.

INR400, 1h

2:00pm

Nilgiri Mountain Railway Ride

Take a picturesque train ride (check schedule in advance) which is a UNESCO world heritage experience, ensuring great mountain views.

INR150, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Annapurna Restaurant

Taste authentic South Indian cuisine with a great variety of dosas and biryanis, ideal for a comforting meal after the day’s activities.

INR350, 1h

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Day 3: Cultural & Scenic Finale

Ooty, India on May 7, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel Lakeview

Start your day with a scenic breakfast overlooking Ooty Lake, offering a mix of Indian and continental options.

INR300, 1h

9:30am

Ooty Deer Park

Visit the peaceful Deer Park, featuring a variety of deer species and other fauna, great for families and nature lovers, open till 6pm.

INR20, 1h

11:00am

Tea Factory & Museum

Discover the history of tea production and sample various teas at the Ooty Tea Factory, open 10am to 5pm.

INR50, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Earl’s Secret

Return for a final lunch at this colonial charm restaurant offering delicious, hearty meals in an elegant environment.

INR600, 1h

2:00pm

Leisurely stroll at Government Rose Garden

Spend your afternoon amid stunning roses, jasmine and lilies in the beautifully maintained garden, open until 6pm.

INR20, 1h

4:00pm

Departure or Tea shop visit

Pick up some premium teas or souvenirs at local shops before your onward travel.

Variable, Flexible

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3-Day Scenic and Cultural Exploration of Ooty, India

Day 1: Ooty Town & Gardens

8:00am

9:30am

12:00pm

1:30pm

3:00pm

7:00pm

Day 2: Nature and Rail Adventure

7:00am

8:30am

11:00am

12:30pm

2:00pm

6:00pm

Day 3: Cultural & Scenic Finale

8:00am

9:30am

11:00am

12:30pm

2:00pm

4:00pm

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