5-Day Scenic South India Tour: Gwalior to Munnar, Ooty, and Coonoor

Day 1: Gwalior Departure

Gwalior, India on June 20, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Coffee Craft

Enjoy a hearty Indian-style breakfast with freshly brewed coffee at Coffee Craft, known for its cozy ambiance. Opens at 7:00am.
INR150, 1h0m

8:30am

Travel to Munnar

Begin your journey from Gwalior to Munnar by flight via Delhi or direct connecting flights, the most time-efficient option. The aerial route takes several hours including transfers.
INR6000 approx, 7h0m

3:30pm

Check-in and Relax at Hotel

Check into a hotel such as Spice Tree Munnar, a serene resort surrounded by greenery that provides great comfort after travel.
INR5000 per night, 2h0m

6:00pm

Evening Walk in Tea Gardens

Take a gentle stroll in the nearby tea plantations, enjoying cool air and panoramic views typical of Munnar.
Free, 1h30m

8:00pm

Dinner at Saravana Bhavan

Indulge in authentic South Indian vegetarian dishes such as dosa and sambar at this popular restaurant. Open until 10:30pm.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 2: Munnar Exploration

Munnar, India on June 21, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a buffet breakfast featuring local Kerala delicacies and fresh fruits at your hotel.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Eravikulam National Park

Explore this famous national park to see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr amidst beautiful montane grasslands. Opens at 8:30am.
INR110, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Rapsy Restaurant

Enjoy tasty Kerala-style lunch with spicy fish curry and appam at this well-known local eatery, open until 3:00pm.
INR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Explore Munnar Tea Museum

Learn about the history and process of tea making in Munnar with interesting exhibits and tasting sessions. Open until 5:30pm.
INR95, 1h30m

4:00pm

Visit Mattupetty Dam

Enjoy boating or just the scenic views around this popular dam surrounded by hills and tea gardens.
INR100, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Saravana Bhavan

Return for a delicious dinner featuring more South Indian staples and refreshing drinks.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 3: Munnar to Ooty

Travel Day and Ooty Arrival on June 22, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast and Checkout

Enjoy an early breakfast at your hotel before checking out to start the drive to Ooty.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive from Munnar to Ooty

Travel approximately 6 hours by road through scenic hill routes and forests from Munnar to Ooty.
INR3500 for taxi, 6h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Savour Chinese cuisine along with local ingredients in this famous Ooty restaurant, open until 4:00pm.
INR600, 1h0m

3:30pm

Check-in and Rest at Hotel

Stay at a hill resort like Sterling Ooty Elk Hill for comfort and great views.
INR5500 per night, 2h0m

5:30pm

Visit Ooty Botanical Gardens

Explore beautifully landscaped gardens with rare plants and trees. Open from 7:00am to 6:00pm.
INR30, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Earl's Secret

Dine in a colonial-style ambience offering multi-cuisine dishes including local Nilgiri specialities.
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 4: Ooty & Coonoor

Ooty & Coonoor, India on June 23, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have a fulfilling breakfast buffet at your hotel featuring fresh local produce.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Toy Train Ride to Coonoor

Take the scenic UNESCO-recognised Nilgiri Mountain Railway toy train from Ooty to Coonoor for spectacular hill views. Train departs at 9:10am.
INR150, 1h30m

10:45am

Visit Sim's Park, Coonoor

Explore this beautiful botanical garden showcasing diverse plant species and quiet walking paths. Open until 5:00pm.
INR30, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Hari's Aroma

Enjoy authentic Tamil Nadu cuisine in a comfortable setting, with popular dishes like Biriyani and Chettinad chicken.
INR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Drive to Dolphin’s Nose Viewpoint

Experience breathtaking views of the Nilgiri Hills and Catherine Falls from this popular vantage point near Coonoor.
INR100, 2h0m

5:00pm

Return to Ooty

Travel back to Ooty by taxi to rest and prepare for the next day.
INR1000, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Sidewalk Cafe

Indulge in fresh continental dishes and locally brewed coffee at this charming cafe, closes at 9:30pm.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 5: Departure from Ooty

Ooty, India on June 24, 2025

7:30am

Leisurely Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy your last breakfast in the hills with a variety of fresh local and international dishes.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Ooty Lake

Take a relaxing boat ride or walk around Ooty Lake, a serene spot perfect for photos and calm moments. Open 8:00am to 6:00pm.
Boat Ride INR100, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at King’s Cliff

Savour a lavish lunch featuring both Indian and continental delicacies with spectacular views at this iconic hotel restaurant.
INR800, 1h0m

1:30pm

Departure from Ooty

Prepare for onward travel or return journey by road or rail from Ooty post this scenic tour.
Varies, Varies
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