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3-Day Scenic and Cultural Exploration of Ooty, India

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Day 1: Ooty Highlights

Ooty, India on June 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Earl's Secret

Enjoy a colonial-style breakfast with fresh local produce and homemade jams. The cafe opens at 8 AM and offers a charming ambiance ideal for starting your day.

INR500, 1h0m

9:30am

Botanical Gardens

Visit the Government Botanical Gardens to see a spectacular variety of plants including rare species, lovely flower beds, and the famous Fossil Tree. Open from 8 AM to 6 PM.

INR30, 2h0m

11:45am

Ooty Lake

A beautiful artificial lake perfect for a boat ride or a relaxing stroll along the shore. Open all day; boating available from 9 AM to 6 PM.

INR100 for boating, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine popular among locals and tourists, with generous portions and reasonable prices. Open 11 AM to 4 PM.

INR600, 1h0m

2:30pm

Ooty Rose Garden

Visit the largest rose garden in India, featuring over 20,000 varieties of roses. Open from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM.

INR20, 1h0m

4:00pm

St. Stephen's Church

Explore this beautiful colonial-era church famous for its stained glass and peaceful atmosphere. Open daily with no entrance fee.

Free, 0h45m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Lakeview

Relish South Indian and continental dishes with a view of Ooty Lake in the evening. Open for dinner from 6 PM to 10 PM.

INR700, 1h0m

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Day 2: Nature and Views

Ooty, India on June 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Ponnusamy Hotel

Famous for traditional South Indian breakfast options like dosa and idli, serving freshly prepared dishes from 7 AM.

INR250, 0h45m

9:00am

Doddabetta Peak

Visit the highest point in the Nilgiri Hills, offering panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and tea plantations. Open from 9 AM to 6 PM.

INR20, 2h0m

11:30am

Tea Museum

Explore the history of tea cultivation in the region, with exhibits and tasting opportunities. Open from 9 AM to 5 PM.

INR50, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Garden Restaurant

A popular spot near the Botanical Gardens offering a mix of Indian and continental dishes. Open 11 AM to 3 PM.

INR450, 1h0m

2:30pm

Emerald Lake

A scenic spot about 16 km from Ooty surrounded by dense forests and wildlife, perfect for hiking and photography. Open all day.

Free, 2h0m

6:00pm

Relax and Tea Time

Enjoy a traditional tea session back in Ooty town at the historic Blue Hills Heritage Coffee Shop. Open till 8 PM.

INR200, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Earl's Secret

Dine in a heritage mansion serving high quality western and Indian dishes, popular for its ambience and cuisine. Open from 6 PM to 10 PM.

INR800, 1h0m

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Day 3: Coonoor Day Trip

Ooty, India on June 28, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Start early with a light breakfast at your accommodation to prepare for a day trip to Coonoor.

Included in hotel stay, 0h30m

8:00am

Travel to Coonoor by Car or Toy Train

Take the scenic toy train or car journey to the nearby hill town of Coonoor, approximately 20 km away.

INR150 (toy train ticket), 1h0m

9:30am

Sim's Park

Walk through this charming botanical garden with diverse species of plants and a small lake. Open from 9 AM to 6 PM.

INR20, 1h0m

11:00am

Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint

A short trip from Coonoor to this dramatic cliff offering stunning views of the Nilgiri Hills and Catherine Falls. Access open all day.

Free, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Sowgandhi Veg Restaurant

Enjoy traditional South Indian vegetarian cuisine in a popular local restaurant in Coonoor. Open 12 PM to 3 PM.

INR300, 1h0m

2:30pm

Tea Plantation tour

Visit a nearby tea estate to learn about tea processing with a guided tour and tasting session. Most plantations welcome visitors from 9 AM to 4 PM.

INR100, 1h30m

4:30pm

Return to Ooty

Travel back to Ooty in late afternoon, preparing for departure or a relaxed evening.

INR150, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Shree Krishna Cafe

Casual dinner spot offering local dishes like thalis and dosas. Open till 9 PM.

INR350, 1h0m

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3-Day Scenic and Cultural Exploration of Ooty, India

Day 1: Ooty Highlights

8:00am

9:30am

11:45am

1:00pm

2:30pm

4:00pm

7:00pm

Day 2: Nature and Views

7:30am

9:00am

11:30am

1:00pm

2:30pm

6:00pm

7:30pm

Day 3: Coonoor Day Trip

7:00am

8:00am

9:30am

11:00am

1:00pm

2:30pm

4:30pm

7:00pm

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