A road trip to Ooty from Bangalore: The best memorable tour package

Ooty, the ‘Queen of Hill Stations’ or Udhagamandalam, is one of the best places to head to for a vacation. Bangalore to Ooty tour packages are available to make your sightseeing adventure to Ooty a delightful experience. There are many sightseeing places in Ooty, and each destination is lively and unique in its own experience. 

A unique hill station near Bangalore, packages from Bangalore to Ooty ensure you enjoy a great holiday amidst perfect climatic conditions and good resorts and hotels, exposing yourself to unparalleled natural beauty.
Some of the best places to see here include the Nilgiri mountain railways, Echo Rock, Pykara Lake, and Rose Gardens. There are so many memorable experiences you can experience on your trip to Ooty. To ensure you have a smooth experience here, here is a little guide on what to expect from a tour package to Ooty from Bangalore. 

Bangalore to Ooty tour package: Day 1

A trip to Ooty from Bangalore is quite famous and starts by preparing for the road trip. Pick all the essentials, like nuts, biscuits, chips, and more. Make sure you have enough fuel to make your ride to Ooty from Bangalore an adventurous one.

Mysore: The city of beautiful palaces—the first stop

The Bangalore to Ooty tour package starts with taking the first stop at Mysore. Mysore is known for its sandal soaps, Dasara celebrations, and silk. Since you are driving, take advantage and enjoy the beauty that is Mysore. Your first stop here can be the ‘Mysore Palace’ and the ‘Rail Museum.’ If you have time, you can also visit the Somnath temple. 

After enjoying lunch at one of the famous restaurants here, like Mahesh Pradad or the Old House, you head to your next destination.

Nanjangud, the temple town

Nanjangud is a small, quaint town, 23 km from Mysore on the Kapila River. It is a pilgrim center, and the main attraction in this town is the Srikanteshwara temple honoring Lord Shiva. The city is also known as ‘Kashi of the South.’ Another thing that you must do here is try the banana, which is of quite a different type known as Nanhangud Rasabalehannu. 

Stop 3 at Bandipur to see the hidden wildlife and tigers.

After driving for an hour, you can take another stop at Bandipur. It is one of the best places for stopping for the night in one of the jungle resorts at Bandipur National Park. the experience of staying near the enticing wilderness.

Day 2: Exploring the National Park and more

Explore the national park to enjoy many exotic animals like herds of elephants, deer, and more. 

Reaching Mudumalai

Ending our journey to Tamil Nadu, we drove through another national park, namely Mudumalai Tiger Reserve. You can enjoy the tiger reserve here or head to Teppakadu to enjoy an elephant camp here. There are two routes from here to Ooty; you can take any; we recommend the Hairpin Bends.

The Hairpin Bends route

From Ooty to Masinagudi, the route is a picturesque one. It is tricky with steep curves, but the views are simply beautiful. The lush green valley, smokey clouds, and expansive mountains are the perfect company to keep. 

Reaching Ooty

From Masinagudi, Ooty is 30 km, and it takes an hour to reach the final destination. You will reach the town in the evening. Ensure you find a good hotel or resort to stay in Ooty.

Things to see in Ooty—Days 3 and 4 

Now that you have reached Ooty, it is time to explore this beautiful city. Here are the best places to see. 

Toy train 

The toy train or Nilgiri Mountain Railway is the best attraction here. The rides operate every day and are one of the best places to be. 

Ooty Lake

Ooty Lake is one of the most beautiful gaiety lakes and is the best place for water lovers. It is an artificial lake and is the main source of water for all the people here. Boating on Ooty Lake is quite a famous activity.

Ooty Botanical Garden

One of the most charming places in Ooty is the botanical gardens here. It is a treat for nature lovers, with varieties of ferns, orchids, and flowers creating a beautiful sight.

Kalahari Falls

It is also known as ‘Bird watchers paradise’ and is a great spot for picnics and trips. The calm and tranquil environment here makes it one of the best places to head to with your family. 

Pykara Waterfalls

The Ooty-Mysore road has a beautiful waterfall- 20 km away from Ooty. It is a beautiful picnic spot where you can relax and admire the scenic waterfall and greenery. Near the waterfall, there is a boat house and restaurant where you can enjoy snacks amidst the pristine settings.

Takeaway 

A Bangalore to Ooty tour package starts with a scenic drive from Bangalore heading to Mysore and many other places before you reach Ooty. The drive is extremely scenic, and you get to enjoy so many beautiful attractions in Ooty. So, are you ready for this scenic drive?