From CityLights to Hilltop Heights:Coimbatoretoooty Escape

Day 2: Kotagiri Sightseeing

 Start your day with a local breakfast.

 Visit Catherine Falls and enjoy views from Dolphin’s Nose viewpoint.

o Optional: Short nature walk in the area.

 Head to Rangaswamy Pillar viewpoint:

o Drive through scenic tea estates.

o A peaceful spot with spiritual significance.

 Return to Kotagiri for lunch at a local café or restaurant with hillside views.

 Post-lunch: o Visit John Sullivan’s Bungalow – explore heritage architecture and gardens.

 Continue to Elk Falls, a hidden gem near Uyilatty village – perfect for a calm stroll or quiet reflection.

 End your day with a walk in a tea estate or a stop at a local tea shop for a fresh cup of Nilgiri tea.

 Overnight stay in Kotagiri.

Day 3: Day Trip to Ooty from Kotagiri

 Depart after breakfast for a day trip to Ooty via scenic roads. � � Stops En Route and in Ooty:

 Doddabetta Peak – the highest point in the Nilgiris with panoramic views.

 Botanical Gardens – explore a vast collection of plants, orchids, and a fossil tree trunk.

 Ooty Town & Market Walk: o Shop for chocolates, spices, essential oils, and handmade woolens.

o Grab coffee or snacks at a local bakery.

 Ooty Lake – take a boat ride or walk around the lively lakeside area.

 Pine Forest near Wenlock Downs – great for serene walks and photo ops.

 Lunch in Ooty – options include hilltop cafés, heritage restaurants, or cozy diners.

 Optional: Visit the Government Rose Garden, or relax at a tea shop instead.

 On the way back: o Stop by a tea factory or estate for a tasting session and some final scenic views.

 Return to Kotagiri for the night.

Day 4: Return to Coimbatore International Airport

 Start with a calm breakfast in Kotagiri.

 Light packing and transfer back to Coimbatore Airport.

Ensure a comfortable buffer for drive time and any traffic.