3-Day Scenic and Cultural Tour of Ooty, Tamil Nadu

Day 1: Town Exploration

Ooty, India on May 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Enjoy a hearty South Indian breakfast with a variety of dosas and uttapams in a popular local spot open from 7am to 10pm.
INR150, 1h

9:30am

Visit Ooty Botanical Gardens

Explore the renowned gardens which house a beautiful collection of plants, flowers, and imposing trees, a perfect introduction to Ooty's natural charm. Open from 8am to 6pm.
INR30, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Earl's Secret

Dine on delicious Continental and Indian cuisine in a charming colonial setting. Open from 12pm to 10pm.
INR400, 1h30m

2:00pm

Explore Ooty Lake

Take a relaxing boat ride on the picturesque Ooty Lake, open from 9am to 6pm, and enjoy scenic views and leisurely walks by the water.
INR50, 2h

5:00pm

Shopping at Ooty Market

Browse local produce like eucalyptus oil, tea, and spices, alongside handicrafts and souvenirs, in this bustling market open until 6pm.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Sidewalk Cafe

Enjoy an extensive menu offering global dishes in a cosy ambience, with options for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. Open until 11pm.
INR500, 1h30m
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Day 2: Gardens & Nature

Ooty, India on May 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Adyar Ananda Bhavan

Start with a traditional South Indian breakfast including idlis and vadas, available from 7am onwards.
INR120, 1h

9:00am

Visit Government Rose Garden

Wander through Asia’s largest rose garden with over 20,000 varieties, fragrant displays open from 9am to 6pm.
INR30, 1h30m

11:00am

Trip to Doddabetta Peak

Hike or drive to the highest peak in the Nilgiris, offering panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys, open daily from 9am to 6pm.
INR10, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at The Blue Hill Restaurant

Enjoy fresh, local cuisine in this quiet spot near the hills, open from noon to 9pm.
INR350, 1h30m

3:30pm

Visit Tea Museum

Learn about tea processing and history at the Tea Museum, open from 10am to 5pm, perfect for enthusiasts eager to understand Nilgiri tea.
INR30, 1h

5:00pm

Relax at Deer Park

Visit this peaceful park with deer enclosures and walking paths, great for a quiet late afternoon stroll. Open from 9am to 6pm.
INR20, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel Lakeview

Enjoy local Tamil and North Indian dishes with views of Ooty Lake, open till 10pm.
INR450, 1h30m
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Day 3: Cultural & Scenic

Ooty, India on May 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start early with a filling hotel breakfast before embarking on the day’s excursions.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Ride the Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Take a charming steam train ride from Ooty to Coonoor, passing through tea estates and lush forests. Trains run typically until late afternoon.
INR700, 3h

12:00pm

Lunch in Coonoor at Café Diem

Enjoy a relaxed meal featuring fresh local ingredients in this quaint café open from 10am to 8pm.
INR400, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Sim's Park, Coonoor

Explore this beautiful botanical garden with exotic plants, open from 7am to 6pm.
INR20, 1h30m

3:30pm

Return to Ooty and visit Pykara Lake

Relax by the scenic lake with options for boating and waterfalls nearby, open until 6pm.
INR50, 2h

7:00pm

Farewell Dinner at Earl’s Secret

End your Ooty trip with a delicious dinner at this charming heritage restaurant known for its ambience and variety of dishes. Open till 10pm.
INR500, 1h30m
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