Morning: Depart Pune early and drive south via NH48, crossing the Western Ghats. Stop at Savandurga for a quick coffee and panoramic views.
Afternoon: Continue to Madikeri, Coorg’s capital, and check‑in at Taj Madikeri Resort & Spa. After freshening up, enjoy a leisurely lunch featuring local Coorgi pork fry.
Evening: Take a short walk to Raja’s Seat to watch the sunset over the misty hills, then relax with a spa session at the resort.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the aromatic Abbey Falls, a short trek through coffee plantations ending at a cascading waterfall.
Afternoon: Head to Dubare Elephant Camp for an interactive experience feeding and bathing rescued elephants.
Evening: Stroll through the historic Madikeri Fort and dine at the resort’s rooftop restaurant, sampling the famed Coorgi honey.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart early and drive via Mysore, crossing the Bramhavathi River. Stop at Mysore Palace for a quick photo op.
Afternoon: After lunch, continue the ascent to the Nilgiris, reaching Ooty by late afternoon. Check‑in at Taj Savoy Hotel in the heart of the town.
Evening: Enjoy a peaceful walk around Ooty Lake and a dinner of South Indian delicacies at the hotel’s garden restaurant.
Find HotelsMorning: Ride the historic Nilgiri Mountain Railway to Coonoor, soaking in mist‑laden valleys.
Afternoon: Explore the Doddabetta Peak viewpoint for sweeping vistas, then visit the Rose Garden with over 20,000 roses.
Evening: Return to Ooty for a sunset at St. Stephen’s Church followed by a traditional Tamil dinner.
Find HotelsMorning: Tour the famed Sim’s Park and the nearby Tea Museum, learning about Nilgiri tea production.
Afternoon: Walk through the lush Hodaghatty Tea Estate**, tasting fresh brews and picking tea leaves.
Evening: Enjoy a leisurely boat ride on Glenmorgan Lake before returning to Ooty for a relaxed night.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Kotagiri, explore the serene Longwood Shola forest trail.
Afternoon: Continue to Bandipur National Park for an afternoon safari, spotting tigers, elephants, and gaurs.
Evening: Stay overnight at Bandipur Safari Lodge, enjoying a wildlife‑themed dinner.
Find HotelsMorning: Early safari drive for additional wildlife sightings, then depart for Mysore.
Afternoon: Check‑in at Radisson Blu Plaza Mysore and visit the iconic Mysore Palace, admiring its illuminated domes.
Evening: Wander through the bustling Devaraja Market and savor Mysore’s famous masala dosa at a local eatery.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the tranquil Chamundi Hills and its historic temple before checking out.
Afternoon: Drive back to Pune via Bangalore, stopping for lunch in Bangalore’s Indiranagar district.
Evening: Arrive in Pune, return the rental car, and reflect on a memorable hill‑station adventure.
Find HotelsIf you wish to shorten the trip, skip the Bandipur safari and combine Day 6 and Day 7 by heading straight from Ooty to Mysore, saving two travel days. To extend the adventure, add a day in Coorg for a coffee‑plantation tour or spend an extra night in Coonoor to explore the Tea Gardens more leisurely. Renting the car from Pune is marginally cheaper than Bangalore (≈ INR 400 / day difference) and offers the convenience of starting the drive right away, but booking through platforms like Zoomcar, Revv, or Myles often yields promotional discounts for weekend pickups.