Morning: Depart Bangalore early and cruise 146 km to Mysore for a quick coffee break at Hotel RRR. Enjoy a brief walk around the illuminated Mysore Palace (exterior) (2 hrs).
Afternoon: Continue 140 km through scenic Ghats with a stop at Somanathapura to marvel at the Chennakesava Temple (1 hr, free). Resume the journey to Wayanad, reaching by dusk.
Evening: Check‑in at White Orchid Resort, Wayanad and enjoy dinner at Jungle Jukes serving local Kerala cuisine.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit Banasura Sagar Dam with a serene boat ride (2 hrs, ₹200). Spot the beautiful Garden of the Gods viewpoint.
Afternoon: Explore the Wayanad Heritage Museum (1 hr, ₹150). Lunch at Bee Bee’s Kitchen (fish specialty).
Evening: Sunset at Pookode Lake (boating for 1 hr, ₹150). Dinner at Rainforest Restaurant with kid‑friendly menu.
Find HotelsMorning: Trek to Chembra Peak (easy trek for the child, 3 hrs, free). Picnic with view.
Afternoon: Head to Edakkal Caves for prehistoric art (2 hrs, ₹300). Light snack at Thomsons Cookhouse.
Evening: Relax at the resort’s spa and enjoy dinner at Udal Garden featuring South‑Indian thali.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart early, stop at Kozhikode for a quick bite at Hotel The Dosa Corner (famous Malabar dosas).
Afternoon: Continue along the coastal road with a scenic stop at Ullal Beach (30 min, free). Arrive in Udupi by evening.
Evening: Check‑in at Kamat Beach Resort. Dinner at the iconic Malpe Seafoods for fresh catch and local prawn fry.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the historic Udupi Sri Krishna Temple (1 hr, free). Explore the Mani Madhav Temple nearby.
Afternoon: Lunch at Harikatha (famous Udupi cuisine). Head to St. Mary’s Island (2 hrs ferry, ₹200).
Evening: Sunset at Malpe Beach (playful sand for the kid). Dinner at Old House Café (seafood & kid‑friendly options).
Find HotelsMorning: Depart early; stop at Gokarna for a quick view of the Om Beach (30 min, free) and have breakfast at Namaste Café for pancakes.
Afternoon: Continue to Goa’s Calangute side; check‑in at Marriott Resort. Lunch at Fisherman’s Wharf for Goan fish curry.
Evening: Stroll on Calangute Beach and enjoy sundown. Dinner at Sunburn Café with live music.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit Fort Aguada (2 hrs, ₹300). Kids can enjoy the lighthouse view.
Afternoon: Lunch at Martin’s Corner (pargo a la plancha). Explore Anjuna Market for souvenirs (1 hr).
Evening: Sunset at Vagator Beach. Dinner at Thalassa for Greek & Indian fusion.
Find HotelsMorning: Day trip to Dudhsagar Falls (guided trek 3 hrs, ₹1,200 for family). Enjoy the misty waterfall.
Afternoon: Lunch at Rasoi Goa serving authentic Goan pork.
Evening: Relax at Baga Beach with beachside dinner at Casa De Goa.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart early, stop at Hubballi for a quick snack at Brahmin’s Kitchen. Continue to Davangere.
Afternoon: Visit Davangere Benne Dosa for a quick lunch (30 min, ₹150 per person). Quick photo at Hale Chowk (local market).
Evening: Final leg to Bangalore (≈ 300 km). Arrive home by night. Dinner at Barbeque Nation for the final family dinner.
Find HotelsFor a relaxed pace, add an extra night in Wayanad to explore the Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary, or short‑en the Goa segment by skipping the day‑trip to Dudhsagar Falls and using that time for a leisurely beach day. If you need to reduce travel time, consider flying from Bangalore to Goa directly on the return leg and skip the Davangere overnight – this cuts 300 km, saving fuel (≈ ₹2,500) and two nights of accommodation. During monsoon, keep waterproof jackets and waterproof phone cases handy, and plan for occasional road delays due to heavy rain.