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

Day 1: Travel and Explore

Ooty, India on May 23, 2025

6:00am

Departure from Bangalore

Start your journey early morning from Bangalore to avoid city traffic and enjoy a smooth drive to Ooty, covering approximately 270 km.
INR0, 6h0m

9:00am

Breakfast at Adyar Ananda Bhavan, Mysore Road

Stop for a traditional South Indian breakfast including idli, dosa and filter coffee to energize you for the trip ahead.
INR150, 0h30m

12:00pm

Arrival and check-in at budget-friendly hotel in Ooty

Check in to a well-rated semi-budget hotel like Hotel Lakeview or similar offering good comfort and amenities.
INR1500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Enjoy a delightful lunch with popular Chinese dishes known in Ooty for their taste and reasonable prices.
INR400, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Botanical Gardens

Explore the lush Botanical Gardens which are home to a variety of plants, flowers, and century-old trees. Open 8:30am-5:00pm.
INR30, 1h30m

5:00pm

Walk around Ooty Lake

Enjoy boating or a leisurely stroll around the scenic Ooty Lake in the pleasant evening weather.
INR150, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Earl’s Secret

Experience a cozy dinner offering continental and Indian dishes in a charming colonial setting.
INR600, 1h30m

Day 2: Sightseeing and Return

Ooty to Bangalore, India on May 24, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast provided by the hotel to prepare for a day of sightseeing.
Included, 0h30m

8:30am

Doddabetta Peak Visit

Drive to Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiris, offering panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys. Open 9:00am-5:00pm.
INR30, 2h0m

11:00am

Visit Tea Museum

Explore the Tea Museum to learn about tea processing and history in the region. Perfect for tea enthusiasts. Open 9:00am-4:30pm.
INR30, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Garden Restaurant

Have a simple and delicious meal with South Indian and local Nilgiri cuisines in a relaxed setting.
INR350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Return Journey to Bangalore

Start your return trip to Bangalore to reach by late evening.
INR0, 6h0m

8:00pm

Dinner (Optional stop en route)

If needed, stop for a quick meal or refreshments on route before arriving in Bangalore.
INR200, 0h30m