2-Day Scenic and Cultural Escape to Ooty, Tamil Nadu

Day 1: Ooty Town Exploration

Ooty, India on May 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Garden Restaurant

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast at Garden Restaurant, known for its delicious dosas and filter coffee. It opens from 7:30am to 11:00am, perfect for an early morning meal.
INR200, 1h

9:30am

Visit Government Botanical Gardens

Explore the famed Botanical Gardens covering 55 acres, showcasing a variety of exotic and indigenous plants, ideal for nature lovers and photographers. Open from 9:00am to 5:30pm.
INR30, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Earl's Secret

Enjoy a delightful lunch in a colonial ambiance at Earl's Secret, offering continental and Indian dishes. Open 12:00pm to 3:00pm.
INR800, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Ooty Lake

Relax by Ooty Lake, enjoy boating, or take a stroll around the scenic perimeter. The lake area is open throughout the day with boating available from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
INR150, 2h

5:00pm

Shopping at local markets

Browse the local markets for homemade chocolates, teas, and handicrafts, perfect for souvenirs.
Variable, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

End the day with authentic Chinese cuisine at Shinkows, a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. Open daily 7:00pm to 10:00pm.
INR500, 1h
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Day 2: Nature and Panorama

Ooty, India on May 19, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at The Regency

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with a good variety of Indian and continental dishes at The Regency, open 7:00am to 10:30am.
INR300, 1h

9:00am

Visit Doddabetta Peak

Head to Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiris, for panoramic views and nature walking trails. The peak area is open from 8:00am to 6:00pm.
INR10, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Sidewalk Café

Relax at Sidewalk Café with light and healthy meals, including sandwiches and fresh juices. Open 11:30am to 3:30pm.
INR350, 1h

1:30pm

Nilgiri Mountain Railway Ride

Take a short scenic heritage train ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, departing from Ooty station. Check train times; rides usually last about 1 hour.
INR150, 1h

3:00pm

Visit St. Stephen’s Church

Explore one of the oldest churches in the Nilgiris, known for its beautiful stained glass windows and colonial architecture. Open till 5:00pm.
Free, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Nahar's Sidewalk Café

For your last meal, indulge in a blend of Indian and continental cuisine with a pleasant garden setting. Open 6:00pm to 10:00pm.
INR600, 1h
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