Family Adventure: Mysore → Chikmagalur → Coorg (2‑Night Itinerary)

Day 1: Mysore → Chikmagalur – Arrival & Exploration

Morning: Depart Mysore at 5:30 AM and enjoy a scenic 3‑hour drive to Chikmagalur. Upon arrival, check‑in at the family‑friendly Hotel Hilltop Retreat and freshen up.

Afternoon: Visit the famous Mullayanagiri peak for a gentle trek suitable for kids, followed by a quick snack at the viewpoint café. Later, explore the lush Hebbe Falls, where children can splash safely in the shallow pools.

Evening: Return to the hotel for a relaxed dinner featuring local Karnataka cuisine. End the day with a short walk around the hotel garden, letting the kids unwind under the stars.

Day 2: Chikmagalur – Morning Highlights & Coorg Day‑Trip

Morning: Start with a guided Coffee Plantation Tour at Glen‑Mara Estate, where kids can learn how coffee beans are harvested and even try a kid‑friendly cocoa drink. Afterwards, stop at Baba Budangiri for a brief panoramic view.

Afternoon: Embark on a 2‑hour drive to Coorg. First, explore the misty Abbey Falls, then head to Dubare Elephant Camp for an interactive elephant‑feeding session that delights children.

Evening: Visit Raja’s Seat for a sunset view over the coffee‑covered hills before returning to Chikmagalur. Arrive back at the hotel by 8:00 PM and enjoy a light dinner.

Day 3: Chikmagalur → Mysore – Final Morning & Return

Morning: Take a relaxed stroll through the historic Madikeri Fort (if time permits) or enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel garden. Pack up and depart for Mysore by 9:00 AM.

Afternoon: Arrive in Mysore by 12:30 PM, giving ample time for a quick lunch and optional visit to the Mysore Palace before concluding the trip.

Evening: Return home relaxed, with wonderful memories of coffee hills, waterfalls, and elephant encounters.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Mullayanagiri Trek – 2 hrs – ₹200 per adult, ₹100 per child
• Hebbe Falls – 1.5 hrs – ₹150 entry (family pass)
• Coffee Plantation Tour (Glen‑Mara) – 2 hrs – ₹300 per adult, ₹150 per child
• Baba Budangiri Viewpoint – 1 hr – Free
• Abbey Falls – 1 hr – ₹50 per adult, ₹25 per child
• Dubare Elephant Camp – 2 hrs – ₹500 per adult (includes elephant feed), ₹250 per child
• Raja’s Seat – 1 hr – ₹30 per adult, ₹15 per child
• Hotel Hilltop Retreat (2 nights) – ₹5,000 per night (family room)
• Fuel & Toll (Mysore‑Chikmagalur‑Coorg‑Mysore) – Approx. ₹2,500
• Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner for 3 days) – Approx. ₹3,000
• Total Estimated Cost: ₹15,985

Tips

For a more relaxed pace, add an extra night in Coorg to explore Talacauvery and enjoy a coffee‑farm stay. If you need to shorten the trip, skip the afternoon visit to Dubare Elephant Camp and head straight back to Mysore after Abbey Falls, saving travel time while still experiencing the region’s highlights.