Make this trip your own
Create your own free, personalized itinerary in seconds — then sign up to save and edit it.
Create my version

7‑Day Bangalore, Ooty & Hill‑Station Adventure

Viewed by 82 travelers

Day 1: Arrival & Evening Stroll in Bangalore

Morning: Arrive at Kempegowda International Airport and transfer to your hotel in the city centre. After freshening up, enjoy a light breakfast at a nearby café.

Afternoon: Take a leisurely walk through Lalbagh Botanical Garden, admiring its glass house and historic trees. Grab a quick lunch at a local eatery serving South Indian thalis.

Evening: Explore the vibrant UB City Mall for shopping and dinner, then unwind with a sunset view from Cubbon Park.

Find Hotels

Day 2: Bangalore City Highlights

Morning: Visit the regal Bangalore Palace and learn about its Tudor‑style architecture. Follow with a stroll through the nearby National Gallery of Modern Art.

Afternoon: Head to Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace and the bustling Commercial Street for some local snacks and souvenirs.

Evening: Dine at a rooftop restaurant in the MG Road area, enjoying the city’s lively night ambience.

Find Hotels

Day 3: Journey to Ooty (Approx. 6‑hour drive)

Morning: Depart early, crossing the scenic Nilgiri hills. Stop at Horsley Hills for a coffee break and panoramic views.

Afternoon: Arrive in Ooty, check into your heritage hotel, and have a relaxing lunch. Take a short walk around Ooty Lake for boating.

Evening: Stroll through the charming Ooty Market, sampling fresh strawberries and local crafts before dinner.

Find Hotels

Day 4: Exploring Ooty’s Natural Beauty

Morning: Ride the historic Nilgiri Mountain Railway to Coonoor, enjoying misty valley views. Visit the fragrant Sim’s Park upon return.

Afternoon: Explore the expansive Botanical Gardens, spotting rare orchids and ancient trees. Have lunch at a garden café.

Evening: Climb to Doddabetta Peak for sunset, then return to Ooty for a cozy dinner at the hotel.

Find Hotels

Day 5: Coorg – The Coffee Land

Morning: Drive to Coorg (≈4‑hour journey). En route, pause at a coffee plantation for a guided tasting session.

Afternoon: Check into a homestay in Madikeri, then visit the cascading Abbey Falls and enjoy a picnic.

Evening: Relax at Raja’s Seat, watching the hills glow at dusk, followed by a traditional Kodava dinner.

Find Hotels

Day 6: Cultural & Scenic Highlights of Coorg

Morning: Tour the historic Madikeri Fort and the nearby Namdroling Monastery (Golden Temple).

Afternoon: Participate in a hands‑on coffee‑bean roasting workshop at a local estate, then enjoy a light lunch.

Evening: Return to Bangalore, stopping at a scenic viewpoint for a final sunset photo before checking into a city hotel.

Find Hotels

Day 7: Departure

Morning: Free time for last‑minute shopping in Commercial Street or a quick visit to Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum.

Afternoon: Transfer to Kempegowda International Airport for your onward flight, carrying wonderful memories of the hills.

Evening: End of the journey.

Find Hotels

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden – 2 hrs – ₹100
  • UB City Mall – 3 hrs – ₹500 (shopping & dining)
  • Bangalore Palace – 2 hrs – ₹250
  • Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace – 1.5 hrs – ₹50
  • Horsley Hills stop – 1 hr – ₹150 (snacks & tea)
  • Ooty Lake – 1.5 hrs – ₹200 (boat ride)
  • Nilgiri Mountain Railway – 2 hrs – ₹400 (round trip)
  • Botanical Gardens – 2 hrs – ₹30
  • Doddabetta Peak – 2 hrs – ₹50
  • Coffee plantation tour (Coorg) – 1.5 hrs – ₹300
  • Abbey Falls – 2 hrs – ₹70
  • Raja’s Seat – 1.5 hrs – Free
  • Madikeri Fort – 1 hr – ₹20
  • Namdroling Monastery – 1.5 hrs – Free (donation ₹100)
  • Coffee‑bean roasting workshop – 2 hrs – ₹350
  • Commercial Street (shopping) – 2 hrs – Variable (≈₹1,200)
  • Visvesvaraya Museum – 2 hrs – ₹120
  • Transport (private AC vehicle, 7 days) – – ₹12,000
  • Accommodation (mid‑range, 6 nights) – – ₹9,000
  • Meals (average ₹500/day) – – ₹3,500
  • Total Estimated Cost: ₹28,040

Tips

If you have extra time, consider adding a day in Coonoor to explore Tea Factory & Gardens or extend your stay in Coorg for a trek to Tadiandamol. To shorten the trip, skip the Bangalore shopping day and depart for Ooty directly after Day 2, reducing travel time and overall expenses.

0
Like this trip? Make your own version.
A free, personalized itinerary in seconds — sign up to save and edit it.
Create my version