4-Day Road Trip: Bangalore → Kannur → Calicut → Bangalore

Day 1: Bangalore – Mysore – Kannur (Drive)

Morning: Depart Bangalore early and cruise to Mysore Palace, where you can explore the grand royal interiors before heading to St. Philomena’s Cathedral for a quick photo stop.

Afternoon: Enjoy a traditional Mysore lunch featuring Mysore Masala Dosa, then continue the drive through the Western Ghats, stopping at Chikkamagaluru Coffee Plantations for a refreshing brew and scenic views.

Evening: Arrive in Kannur, check into your hotel, and savor a coastal dinner of fresh Malabar fish curry at a beachside restaurant.

Day 2: Exploring Kannur

Morning: Visit the historic St. Angelo Fort and stroll along Payyambalam Beach for sunrise, followed by a hearty breakfast of appam with stew.

Afternoon: Explore the vibrant Kannur Handloom & Textile Market for traditional Kasavu sarees, then experience a live Theyyam performance at a local temple.

Evening: Drive to the unique Muzhappilangad Drive‑in Beach for a sunset walk and a casual dinner of grilled prawns at a seaside shack.

Day 3: Kannur – Calicut (Kozhikode)

Morning: Depart for Calicut, stopping at Kappad Beach where Vasco da Gama first landed; enjoy a brief walk and local snacks.

Afternoon: Arrive in Calicut and relish the famous Calicut Biryani for lunch, then visit Mananchira Square and the historic Tali Shiva Temple.

Evening: Shop for spices and hand‑crafted jewelry at SM Street, and treat yourself to halwa and banana fritters at a traditional sweet shop.

Day 4: Calicut – Bangalore (Return)

Morning: Begin the return journey, with a detour to Wayanad’s Edakkal Caves for a short trek and ancient rock art viewing.

Afternoon: Stop in Coorg for a coffee plantation tour and lunch of Pandi Curry, then continue the drive back to Bangalore.

Evening: Arrive in Bangalore, unwind with dinner at UB City and browse its upscale boutiques for souvenirs.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Mysore Palace – 2 hrs – ₹250 entry
• St. Philomena’s Cathedral – 30 min – Free
• Chikkamagaluru Coffee Plantation – 1 hr – ₹200 tour
• St. Angelo Fort (Kannur) – 1 hr – Free
• Payyambalam Beach – 2 hrs – Free
• Kannur Handloom Market – 2 hrs – Shopping budget ₹1,500
• Theyyam Performance – 1.5 hrs – ₹300 donation
• Muzhappilangad Drive‑in Beach – 1 hr – Free
• Kappad Beach – 45 min – Free
• Mananchira Square – 1 hr – Free
• Tali Shiva Temple – 45 min – Free
• SM Street Shopping – 2 hrs – Shopping budget ₹2,000
• Edakkal Caves – 2 hrs – ₹150 entry
• Coorg Coffee Tour – 1.5 hrs – ₹250 tour
• UB City Dinner & Shopping – 2 hrs – Dinner ₹1,200, Shopping ₹1,000
• Fuel & Tolls (Round Trip) – 24 hrs driving – Approx. ₹8,000
• Total Estimated Cost – ₹16,450

Tips

If you have extra time, add a night stay in Coorg to explore its waterfalls and trekking trails, or extend your beach experience by staying an extra night in Kannur. To shorten the trip, skip the Wayanad detour and head straight from Calicut to Bangalore, focusing on the main attractions and reducing driving fatigue.