4-Day Scenic Journey from Pune to Ooty and Mysore

Day 1: Travel and Arrival

Pune to Ooty, India on May 14, 2025

6:00am

Start journey from Pune to Ooty

Begin your scenic road trip early to maximise your time in Ooty. The drive typically takes around 9-10 hours covering approximately 450 km through beautiful Western Ghats terrain.
INR0, 10h0m

12:00pm

Breakfast Stop at Satara

Stop at a local eatery in Satara such as Hotel Yatra Palace to enjoy traditional Maharashtrian breakfast dishes like Poha and Vada Pav.
INR200, 45m

6:00pm

Check-in Hotel in Ooty

Arrive in Ooty and check into your hotel such as the Fern Hill Resort or a heritage property that offers great hill station views.
INR3000, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Earl’s Secret

Enjoy a cosy dinner at Earl’s Secret in Ooty which serves excellent Continental and Indian cuisine in a charming colonial setting.
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 2: Explore Ooty

Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India on May 15, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel offering local and continental options.
INR300, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Botanical Gardens

Explore the Government Botanical Garden which has diverse flora including exotic and indigenous plants, ideal for a peaceful morning stroll.
INR30, 1h30m

11:30am

Ride the Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Board the UNESCO World Heritage Nilgiri Mountain Railway from Ooty station to enjoy spectacular hill views on this charming toy train journey.
INR150, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Shinkows

Savour Chinese cuisine at the popular Shinkows restaurant in Ooty, known for its authentic Hakka dishes.
INR500, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Ooty Lake

Relax at Ooty Lake with options for pedal boating and walking along the scenic lake surrounded by hills and trees.
INR100, 1h30m

4:30pm

Explore Doddabetta Peak

Drive to Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in Nilgiris, for panoramic views of the hill range and photo opportunities.
INR20, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel or Local Eatery

Enjoy a relaxing dinner at your hotel or explore local eateries offering South Indian thalis or multi-cuisine options.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 3: Travel and Explore Mysore

Ooty to Mysore, Karnataka, India on May 16, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy an early breakfast before starting the drive to Mysore, covering about 125 km in roughly 3-4 hours.
INR300, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to Mysore

Depart Ooty via road heading east to Mysore, travelling through scenic routes and mild hills.
INR0, 4h0m

12:00pm

Check-in Hotel in Mysore

Arrive in Mysore and check into your hotel such as Radisson Blu Plaza or a heritage stay near the palace.
INR3500, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at RRR Mysore

Relish authentic Karnataka-style meals including Mysore masala dosa and Bisi Bele Bath at RRR, an iconic Mysore eatery.
INR500, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Mysore Palace

Tour the grand Mysore Palace, renowned for its Indo-Saracenic architecture and royal interiors. Open 10:00am to 5:30pm.
INR70, 2h0m

5:00pm

Explore Devaraja Market

Stroll through the lively Devaraja Market with colourful stalls selling spices, flowers, silk and handicrafts.
INR0, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Vinayaka Mylari

Experience the simple yet delicious dosas and Mysore specialties at Vinayaka Mylari, a favourite spot among locals.
INR300, 1h0m
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Day 4: Mysore Sightseeing and Return

Mysore to Pune, India on May 17, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start the day with a relaxed breakfast at your Mysore hotel.
INR300, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Chamundi Hill and Temple

Drive up to Chamundi Hill to visit the historic Chamundeshwari Temple and enjoy spectacular city views. Temple open from 6:00am to 8:00pm.
INR0, 1h30m

11:30am

Visit St. Philomena’s Cathedral

Explore the gothic-style St. Philomena’s Cathedral, one of the largest in India, a peaceful place appreciated for its architecture.
INR0, 45m

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Pai Vilas

Enjoy traditional South Indian flavours served in a cosy setting at Pai Vilas, known for its authentic Mysore thali.
INR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Begin drive back to Pune

Start your return journey from Mysore to Pune, a long drive of about 850 km typically taking 12-13 hours or consider an overnight stop en route.
INR0, 12h0m
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