2-Day Scenic and Culinary Road Trip from Mettupalayam to Ooty and Coonoor

Day 1: Mettupalayam to Coonoor & Ooty

Mettupalayam, India to Coonoor and then Ooty, India on June 7, 2025

7:00am

Start from Mettupalayam

Begin your motorbike journey early morning from Mettupalayam to beat traffic and enjoy cool mountain air heading to Coonoor via NH181, a scenic ride through Nilgiri Hills.
INR0, 1h30m

8:30am

Breakfast at The Culinarium, Coonoor

Enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast featuring local Nilgiri coffee and baked goods at this popular cafe (opens at 8am).
INR500, 1h

9:30am

Sim's Park, Coonoor

Visit this beautiful botanical garden with exotic plants and a peaceful atmosphere. Ideal for a calm morning walk. Opens at 8am.
INR30, 1h

10:30am

Dolphin’s Nose Viewpoint

Drive or ride to this famous viewpoint near Coonoor for panoramic views of the Nilgiris and Catherine Falls.
INR20, 45m

11:15am

Tea Estate Visit - Highfield Tea Factory

Explore a working tea plantation and factory, learn about tea processing and sample freshly brewed Nilgiri tea.
INR100, 1h

12:30pm

Ride to Ooty

Continue the scenic 20 km ride from Coonoor to Ooty through winding mountain roads, enjoying lush green landscapes.
INR0, 1h

1:30pm

Lunch at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant, Ooty

Savor popular local Chinese and continental dishes renowned in Ooty, located near the town center. Open from 12pm.
INR700, 1h

2:30pm

Ooty Botanical Gardens

Stroll through well-maintained gardens with unique orchids, ferns, and a fossilized tree. Open from 9am to 6pm.
INR30, 1h

3:30pm

Ooty Lake Boating

Relax on a pedal boat or rowboat on the peaceful lake surrounded by eucalyptus trees.
INR120, 45m

4:15pm

Tea & Snacks Break at Earl's Secret

Enjoy freshly brewed Nilgiri tea along with local snacks and a charming garden ambiance at this heritage colonial cafe.
INR400, 45m

5:00pm

Check-in at a cozy hotel in Ooty

Relax and freshen up at your accommodation—choose a quaint guesthouse or homestay to soak the local vibe.
INR1500, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Nahar's Sidewalk Café

End your day with a delicious meal of local South Indian and continental dishes in a relaxed setting popular with tourists.
INR600, 1h
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Day 2: Explore Ooty and Return

Ooty to Mettupalayam, India on June 8, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel featuring local fresh produce and Nilgiri tea.
INR300, 45m

8:30am

Visit Doddabetta Peak

Ride to the highest point in Nilgiris for breathtaking views over Ooty and its surroundings. Open from 9am.
INR15, 1h

10:00am

Explore Ooty Rose Garden

Marvel at over 20,000 rose varieties in this beautifully maintained garden; perfect for photography and leisurely walks. Open till 6pm.
INR30, 45m

11:00am

Ride to Mettupalayam

Begin your return journey to Mettupalayam through Nilgiri Ghat Roads, enjoying the lush serene landscapes.
INR0, 2h

1:15pm

Lunch at Hotel Saravana Bhavan, Mettupalayam

Enjoy authentic Tamil vegetarian delicacies like dosas and thalis at this famed chain back in Mettupalayam.
INR400, 1h

2:30pm

Relax and Evening Stroll

Spend a relaxing afternoon exploring Mettupalayam town or resting before departure.
INR0, 2h

4:30pm

End of Trip

Wrap up your 2-day scenic and culinary journey, filled with refreshing sights and tastes of the Nilgiris.
INR0, 0h
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