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The Ultimate Ooty Itinerary

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An authentic 9-day journey through Ooty. From the iconic Nilgiri Mountain Railway to the serene Doddabetta Peak, every day is packed with hill station experiences.

Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India 9 days11 Dec 2025 – 19 Dec 2025 ₹8,820 – ₹10,780 approx 130 likesHill Station
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Pooja Saxena

Created 3 December 2025

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

₹900

Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Train

Spend the morning exploring Nilgiri Mountain Railway. Grab lunch at a local eatery nearby.

Day 2

₹1,300

Doddabetta Peak

Walk

Arrive at Doddabetta Peak and check into the hotel. Evening walk to soak in the vibe.

Day 3

₹1,100

Rose Garden

Train

Visit Rose Garden and interact with locals. Their recommendations are gold.

Day 4

₹1,100

Botanical Gardens

Car

Start early to beat the crowds at Botanical Gardens. The morning light is magical here.

Day 5

₹1,600

Ooty Lake

Bike

Morning yoga session, then head to Ooty Lake. Return for a relaxed evening.

Day 6

₹1,200

Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Walk

Nilgiri Mountain Railway is best visited in the afternoon when the light is perfect for photos.

Day 7

₹700

Doddabetta Peak

Train

Morning yoga session, then head to Doddabetta Peak. Return for a relaxed evening.

Day 8

₹800

Rose Garden

Auto

Start early to beat the crowds at Rose Garden. The morning light is magical here.

Day 9

₹1,100

Botanical Gardens

Flight

Explore Botanical Gardens at your own pace. The back alleys have the best street food.