7-Day South India Road & City Loop: Mosali (Mangrol) → Hyderabad → Bengaluru → Mysore → Ooty

Day 1: Travel & First Sights

Mosali, Mangrol → Hyderabad, India on September 17, 2025

6:00am

Drive Mosali/Mangrol → Rajkot (airport transfer)

Early morning taxi or private car to Rajkot airport (allows buffer for check-in). The road trip is scenic across Saurashtra and saves risk of missed flights.
INR3000, 3h0m

9:00am

Quick local breakfast (Fafda–Jalebi / local Dhokla)

Grab a fresh Gujarati breakfast near Rajkot station/airport — light, portable, and energizing for travel; most stalls open from 7:00am.
INR150, 30m

11:30am

Fly Rajkot → Hyderabad (recommended)

Morning/midday flight to Hyderabad (approx 1.5–2h). Book earlier seats to maximize time in Hyderabad; schedules vary so confirm booking in advance.
INR3500, 2h30m

2:30pm

Arrive Hyderabad & hotel check-in

Check into a central hotel (Charminar/ Necklace Road area) and rest briefly before an afternoon outing.
INR0, 1h0m

4:00pm

Charminar and Laad Bazaar

Visit Charminar (open ~9:30am–5:30pm) to soak up historic Hyderabad and stroll the iconic Laad (bangle) Bazaar for pearls and crafts.
INR100, 1h0m

6:00pm

Hyderabadi street snacks / Irani chai walk

Try Irani chai and Osmania biscuits or haleem-like snacks at popular bakeries around Charminar; many outlets stay open into evening.
INR200, 45m

8:00pm

Dinner at Paradise / Bawarchi (Hyderabadi biryani)

Experience Hyderabad's famous biryani at a well-known restaurant — great introduction to the city's cuisine and lively evening scene.
INR600, 1h15m
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Day 2: Hyderabad Highlights

Hyderabad, India on September 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at local South Indian/Irani cafe

Start with idli/dosa or Irani-style breakfast at a popular cafe — many open by 7–8am in central Hyderabad.
INR200, 30m

9:30am

Golconda Fort

Explore Golconda Fort (open ~9:30am–5:30pm) for panoramic views and the acoustic pulse demonstration; allow ample time for the ruins and museum.
INR50, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Bawarchi / Ohri's (local favourites)

Midday biryani or Andhra-Thali depending on appetite; choose a central restaurant for convenience before museum visits.
INR500, 1h0m

3:00pm

Salar Jung Museum

Visit Salar Jung Museum (typically 10:00am–5:00pm; closed Fridays) for one of India's largest single-collector collections — ideal for art and history lovers.
INR50, 2h0m

5:30pm

Hussain Sagar Lake & Buddha Statue

Evening walk along Necklace Road or a short boat ride to the Buddha statue; relaxing sunset views and lakeside cafés.
INR200, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at local speciality restaurant

Try Hyderabadi kebabs and regional desserts; many good mid-range restaurants stay open late in central Hyderabad.
INR600, 1h15m
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Day 3: Transfer to Bengaluru

Hyderabad → Bengaluru, India on September 19, 2025

6:30am

Early hotel breakfast

Simple breakfast and checkout; allow time to reach Hyderabad airport for a morning flight to Bengaluru.
INR200, 30m

8:30am

Fly Hyderabad → Bengaluru

Short flight (about 1–1.5h). Book early to maximize time in Bengaluru.
INR3500, 1h45m

10:30am

Arrive Bengaluru & hotel drop-off

Check in centrally (MG Road / Church Street / Koramangala options) and freshen up for a city half-day.
INR0, 1h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Vidyarthi Bhavan or CTR (famous dosas)

Iconic Bangalore dosa experience; these spots are popular and often crowded—arrive early or expect a short wait.
INR300, 1h0m

2:00pm

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Afternoon stroll through Lalbagh (open 6:00am–7:00pm) to see the glasshouse and large tropical plant collection — peaceful and photogenic.
INR30, 1h30m

4:00pm

Cubbon Park / Visvesvaraya Museum

Relax in Cubbon Park and visit the small but interesting science/technology displays at the museum if open (typically 10:00am–5:00pm).
INR20, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Koshy's or microbrewery (Toit / Arbor)

Enjoy Bengaluru's lively dining scene — Koshy's for old-world charm or Toit for craft beer and hearty plates.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 4: Bengaluru Culture

Bengaluru, India on September 20, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms)

Classic Karnataka breakfasts — rava idli, masala dosa and filter coffee at a heritage institution (opens around 7:00am).
INR250, 45m

10:00am

Bengaluru Palace

Tour the Tudor-style palace and grounds (open ~10:00am–5:30pm) to see royal interiors and historic artefacts.
INR230, 1h30m

12:30pm

Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

Visit Tipu's Summer Palace (usually 8:30am–5:30pm) to learn about 18th-century Mysore rule and Indo-Islamic architecture.
INR15, 1h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Nagarjuna / local Andhra spot

Spicy Andhra meals and biryani are a Bengaluru favourite — great mid-day fuel before an afternoon museum or planetarium.
INR450, 1h0m

4:00pm

Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium (check show times)

Catch an early evening astronomy show (shows commonly scheduled in afternoons/evenings) — check the planetarium schedule in advance.
INR100, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner & nightlife (Indiranagar / Koramangala)

Dine in one of Bengaluru's lively neighborhoods — many restaurants and pubs open late and offer a range of cuisines.
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 5: Mysore Journey

Bengaluru → Mysore, India on September 21, 2025

7:00am

Hotel breakfast & depart Bengaluru for Mysore

Early breakfast then drive or take a comfortable train to Mysore (~3–3.5h by road); roads are scenic and direct.
INR2500, 3h30m

11:30am

Arrive Mysore & check-in

Settle into a centrally located hotel to be within reach of the palace and city sights.
INR0, 30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Mylari or RRR (famous local eateries)

Taste Mysore-style masala dosa or a time-tested vegetarian meal — small, authentic eateries deliver signature local flavours.
INR250, 45m

2:00pm

Mysore Palace

Visit Mysore Palace (open ~10:00am–5:30pm) to see opulent rooms, royal collections and architecture; audio tours available.
INR70, 2h0m

4:30pm

Chamundi Hill & Nandi Statue

Drive up Chamundi Hill (temple area open ~7:00am–7:00pm) for panoramic city views and the hilltop temple ambiance.
INR20, 1h30m

7:00pm

Mysore Palace illumination (Sunday special)

On Sundays and public holidays Mysore Palace is illuminated (approx 7:00–7:45pm) — a must-see if you're in town on a Sunday (this date is a Sunday).
INR50, 45m

8:30pm

Dinner at local cafe / hotel

Enjoy a relaxed dinner — Mysore has several good hotels and local restaurants serving classic Karnataka cuisine.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 6: Mysore → Ooty

Mysore → Ooty, India on September 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & check-out

Full breakfast at the hotel before the scenic drive to the Nilgiris. Pack light layers — hill weather is cooler.
INR250, 30m

8:30am

Drive Mysore → Ooty via Bandipur (scenic)

Approximately 4–5 hours by road depending on stops; you’ll pass Bandipur National Park and the Moyar and Sigur plateau landscapes.
INR3500, 4h30m

1:00pm

Arrive Ooty & lunch at Earl's Secret / Shinkows

Eat at a charming restaurant near Ooty Lake or Government Botanical Garden — popular choices serve continental and Chinese dishes suited to cooler weather.
INR600, 1h0m

3:00pm

Government Botanical Gardens

Stroll the famous Botanical Gardens (open ~8:30am–5:30pm) with well-laid flowerbeds, a bandstand and rare plants — very photogenic.
INR30, 1h30m

4:45pm

Ooty Lake boating

Relax with a paddleboat or rowboat on Ooty Lake (boating typically 10:00am–5:00pm) — family-friendly and scenic with shops nearby.
INR200, 45m

6:00pm

Doddabetta Peak (if time before closing)

Drive up to Doddabetta Peak viewpoint (open ~7:00am–6:00pm) for panoramic Nilgiri views; arrive before closing to catch late-afternoon light.
INR30, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at hotel / local restaurant

Warm up with local stews or continental dishes — hill cuisines and bakeries are cosy in the evening.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 7: Nilgiri Explorations

Ooty & nearby, India on September 23, 2025

7:00am

Optional Nilgiri Mountain Railway / toy train short trip

Take a short scenic ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway if the toy train schedule aligns (services are limited; book and confirm schedules in advance).
INR200, 2h0m

9:30am

Breakfast at a tea-factory cafe

Enjoy breakfast and a quick tea-tasting at a local tea factory — Nilgiri teas are famous, and factory tours often operate 9:30am–4:30pm.
INR250, 45m

11:00am

Pykara Lake & Waterfalls

Visit Pykara Lake and nearby waterfalls (generally open 9:00am–5:00pm) for tranquil water views and short nature walks; boat rides often available.
INR200, 2h0m

2:00pm

Lunch in Ooty town

Return to town for lunch — try local bakeries, Hindu or Anglo-Indian-style cafes for hearty meals before departure.
INR400, 1h0m

3:30pm

Tea estate visit & shopping

Spend an hour touring a tea estate/shop to buy fresh Nilgiri tea and souvenirs; most estates accept visitors mid-morning to mid-afternoon.
INR100, 1h0m

5:00pm

Plan onward travel: return to Mysore / overnight to Bengaluru

Choose to drive back to Mysore (~4h) or take an overnight bus/train to Bengaluru depending on your schedule; book tickets ahead.
INR2000, 4h0m

8:30pm

Final dinner in Ooty or on-route

Have a relaxed final dinner in Ooty or pack food for the overnight journey; enjoy the last of the cool Nilgiri air.
INR500, 1h0m
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