Mysore is well known for its heritage structures and palaces, including the Mysore Palace, and for Dasara festival which is held during October, Ooty is a popular hill station in Southern India in the Nilgiri Hills.
What is included in the tour
- Accommodation in standard rooms in a family-run guesthouse
- High Quality stays
- Toilet tent with portable toilet seats
- First Aid / Medical kit
- Charges of 2 guides (for the group of maximum 12 trekkers so 1 guide for 6 group members)
- Forest entry charges, permits & camping fee (if any)
- Permits & camping fee (if any)
- Service Tax
What is NOT included in the tour
- Any meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions
- Porter/mule charges to carry your personal bag
- Any charges for video cameras, still cameras, etc.
- Alcohol, soft drinks, beverages, etc.
- Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc.
- Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
- Insurance
- Mysore Palace: Stunning architecture, especially beautiful at night.
- Chamundi Hill: Offers panoramic views and features the Chamundeshwari Temple.
- Mysore Zoo: One of India’s oldest and well-maintained zoos.
- Devaraja Market: Vibrant market for silk, spices, and Mysore Pak sweets.
- Botanical Gardens: Beautifully landscaped, ideal for leisurely strolls.
- Ooty Lake: Perfect for boating and surrounded by scenic views.
- Nilgiri Mountain Railway: UNESCO World Heritage train ride through picturesque hills.
- Tea Gardens: Visit estates for insights into tea production and stunning vistas.
- Doddabetta Peak: Highest point in the Nilgiris, offering breathtaking views.
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Day 1: Bangalore to Coorg (Approx. 5-6 hours drive)
Pickup from Bangalore in the morning.
Begin your journey towards Coorg, a scenic hill station in Karnataka.
Check in at your hotel/resort in Coorg by afternoon.
After some rest, visit:
Abbey Falls, a beautiful waterfall amidst coffee plantations.
Raja's Seat, a garden with a panoramic view of the hills and valleys, ideal for a sunset view.
Overnight Stay: Coorg
Day 2: Coorg to Ooty (Approx. 6-7 hours drive)
Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Ooty, passing through lush forests and coffee plantations.
Check in at your hotel in Ooty and relax.
In the evening, take a leisurely walk around Ooty Lake or enjoy a boat ride.
Explore the local Botanical Gardens if time permits.
Overnight Stay: Ooty
Day 3: Ooty (Coonoor Day Trip)
After breakfast, head for a day trip to Coonoor:
Sim's Park, known for its vibrant collection of plants and trees.
Lamb’s Rock, offering stunning views of the Coimbatore plains.
Dolphin’s Nose, a unique viewpoint offering views of the Catherine Falls.
After the Coonoor visit, return to Ooty and explore:
Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiri mountains.
Overnight Stay: Ooty
Day 4: Ooty to Mysore (Approx. 4 hours drive)
Post breakfast, check out and drive to Mysore.
On arrival, check into your hotel and proceed for sightseeing:
Visit the Mysore Palace, one of India’s grandest palaces.
Explore the Chamundi Hills and Chamundeshwari Temple.
If time permits, visit the St. Philomena’s Church.
In the evening, visit the Brindavan Gardens, famous for its musical fountain show (evening visit recommended).
Overnight Stay: Mysore
Day 5: Mysore to Bangalore (Approx. 3-4 hours drive)
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive back to Bangalore.
En route, you can visit Srirangapatna, known for its historical relevance with the Ranganathaswamy Temple and Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace.
Reach Bangalore by afternoon or early evening.
Drop-off at your preferred location in Bangalore.
