Ooty & Coonoor Weekend Tour Package
Overview
This is a budget-focused 3-day, 2-night package designed to cover the essential sights of both Ooty and Coonoor, focusing on classic tourism spots using comfortable, private transportation.
- Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Target Audience: Budget travelers, students, couples who want to see the key highlights of the Nilgiris.
- Activities: Private Car Sightseeing, Scenic Viewpoint Visits, Garden Walks, Short Nature Treks/Walks.
- Estimated Price: ₹6,799 per person (Based on twin-sharing accommodation and transport).
- Accommodation: 2 Nights in a Clean, Budget-friendly Lodge or Homestay (Non-AC Double Room).
Day 1: Arrival, Ooty Lake & Gardens
- Morning: Pickup from Mettupalayam Railway Station/Ooty Bus Stand. Transfer to Ooty.
- Late Morning: Check-in at the Lodge/Homestay. Freshen up and have the included Breakfast (if arriving early).
- Afternoon: Visit the famous Ooty Lake (boating excluded) and the nearby Wax World Ooty (entry excluded).
- Late Afternoon: Stroll through the lush Government Botanical Gardens (entry excluded).
- Evening: Visit the colorful Ooty Rose Garden for a relaxing walk (entry excluded).
- Night: Dinner (Excluded). Enjoy a Campfire at the accommodation (subject to weather).
Day 2: Coonoor Circuit & Highest Peak
- Morning: Have an included Breakfast. Start the day with a full day trip to Coonoor.
- Mid-Morning: Visit Dolphin's Nose and Lamb's Rock (Coonoor) for breathtaking valley views.
- Lunch: Lunch at a local budget eatery in Coonoor (Excluded).
- Afternoon: Visit Sim's Park in Coonoor (entry excluded), a well-maintained botanical garden.
- Late Afternoon: Drive back towards Ooty and head to Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiris, for panoramic views (telescope viewing excluded).
- Evening: Free time to explore the Charring Cross market area for Ooty's famous chocolates and tea.
- Night: Dinner (Excluded) and overnight stay.
Day 3: Pykara & Departure
- Morning: Have an included Breakfast. Check-out from the hotel.
- Mid-Morning: Drive on the Pykara circuit. Visit the serene Pine Tree Forest (Shooting Point / Wenlock Downs).
- Late Morning: Visit Pykara Lake & Waterfalls. Enjoy the views or take a boat ride (boating excluded).
- Lunch: Lunch (Excluded).
- Afternoon: Begin the private car transfer drop-off to the designated Railway Station/Bus Stand (Mettupalayam or Ooty).
- End of Tour.
Your package price of ₹6,799 per person includes the following:
- Accommodation: 2 Nights stay in a Budget Lodge/Homestay in or near Ooty.
- Meals: Daily Breakfast (2 days).
- Transportation: Private Sedan (e.g., Indica/Etios) for all transfers and 2 full days of local sightseeing, covering the Ooty and Coonoor circuits (approx. 8 hours per day).
- Transfers: Private Car Pickup and Drop-off from Ooty Bus Stand or Mettupalayam Railway Station (nearest major rail point).
- Activity: A relaxing Campfire session (subject to weather and hotel policy).
The following expenses are not included in the package price and must be paid by the traveler on the spot:
- Entry Fees: Entrance tickets for parks (Botanical Garden, Rose Garden), viewpoints (Doddabetta Peak telescope), and museums.
- Activity Costs: Boating charges at Ooty/Pykara Lake, fees for the Nilgiri Mountain Railway (Toy Train) ride, horse riding, or cycling rental.
- Meals: All Lunch and Dinner expenses.
- Personal Expenses: Shopping, camera fees, laundry, tips, or any items of a personal nature.
- Guide Fees: Specialist trekking guide charges (if required for longer trails).
Complimentary Inclusions
Value-added perks with every tour
High-speed Wi-Fi
Stay connected throughout your journey with reliable internet access.
24x7 Front Desk
Round-the-clock support for every request and travel assistance.
Parking Space
Secure parking for added convenience during city excursions.
Pickup & Drop
Door-to-door transfers for hassle-free arrivals and departures.
Breakfast
Kickstart each day with a hearty breakfast at partner stays.
Sightseeing Assistance
Expert coordination for local tours and attraction planning.