2-Day Semi-Budget Friendly Trip from Bangalore to Ooty

Day 1: Travel & Sightseeing

Bangalore to Ooty via Mysore, India on May 23, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at MTR, Bangalore

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast at MTR, known for its authentic dosas and filter coffee, open from 6:00am onwards.
INR250, 1h0m

7:30am

Drive to Mysore

Embark on a scenic 3-hour drive from Bangalore to Mysore covering approximately 150 km via NH275.
Transportation costs approx. INR1500, 3h0m

10:30am

Visit Mysore Palace

Explore the majestic Mysore Palace, a historical royal residence that showcases remarkable Indo-Saracenic architecture. Palace open from 10:00am to 5:30pm.
INR70 per adult, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at RRR Mysore

Enjoy an authentic South Indian lunch at RRR, famous for its biryani and thali meals, located near the palace.
INR300, 1h0m

1:00pm

Drive from Mysore to Ooty

Continue your journey to Ooty, about 130 km, which takes close to 3.5 hours by road through scenic hilly routes.
Transportation approx. INR2000, 3h30m

4:30pm

Check-in at budget-friendly hotel in Ooty

Relax at a semi-budget hotel like Zostel Ooty or Hotel Lakeview, which offer comfortable stays and good amenities.
INR1500 per night approx., Rest

5:30pm

Visit Ooty Lake

Leisurely stroll or boat ride at the scenic Ooty Lake, open until sunset, a serene spot surrounded by eucalyptus trees.
Boating approx. INR150, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Enjoy some delicious and inexpensive Chinese cuisine, popular among visitors for its flavors and friendly service.
INR400 approx., 1h0m

Day 2: Sightseeing & Return

Ooty, India on May 24, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a simple yet wholesome breakfast served at your hotel to fuel up for sightseeing.
Included in accommodation or INR150, 45m

8:30am

Visit Botanical Gardens

Explore the beautiful Ooty Botanical Gardens with a vast variety of plants, flowers, and a peaceful ambiance. Gardens open from 8:30am to 6:00pm.
INR30, 1h30m

10:15am

Explore Doddabetta Peak

Head up to Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiris, offering panoramic views of the mountains and valleys. Open all day.
INR10, 2h0m (including travel)

12:30pm

Lunch at Adigas Restaurant

Savor a budget-friendly, flavorful meal at Adigas, known for its South Indian dishes and quick service.
INR250 approx., 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Rose Garden

Discover a vast collection of vibrant roses in the Ooty Rose Garden, perfect for leisurely walks and photos. Open from 7:00am to 7:00pm.
INR20, 1h0m

2:30pm

Start return journey to Bangalore

Begin the drive back to Bangalore, which takes approximately 7 hours covering roughly 270 km.
Transportation cost approx. INR3000, 7h0m

9:30pm

Dinner en route at a highway restaurant

Stop for a light dinner or snacks at popular highway eateries along the route before reaching Bangalore.
INR300, 45m