Morning: Depart Hosur early and cruise to Bangalore (≈1.5 hrs). Stop at Bangalore Palace for a quick photo session and a brief stroll through its historic halls.
Afternoon: Continue south to Mysore (≈3 hrs). Explore the magnificent Mysore Palace and wander around the adjacent Brindavan Gardens if time permits.
Evening: Drive to the hill town of Madikeri (Coorg) (≈2 hrs). Check‑in to your hotel and unwind with a sunset view from Raja’s Seat, a popular viewpoint overlooking the misty valleys.
Find HotelsMorning: After breakfast, visit the cascading Abbey Falls (≈30 min walk) and enjoy the lush coffee plantation scenery.
Afternoon: Head to the nearby Dubare Elephant Camp for a guided elephant interaction and river ride along the Cauvery (≈2 hrs).
Evening: Cross into Kerala and arrive at Wayanad (≈3 hrs). Settle into a resort near Edakkal Caves and, if light permits, explore the ancient rock art site.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart early for the pilgrimage route, driving to Pampa Lake (≈4 hrs). Perform the traditional bath and rituals at the sacred lake.
Afternoon: Begin the ascent to Sabarimala Temple, stopping at the Ayyappa Swamy Temple en route for prayers. Allocate time for the trek and the iconic “Makaravilakku” viewing if dates align.
Evening: Complete the darshan at Sabarimala Temple and return to your accommodation near Pampa for rest. Enjoy a simple vegetarian dinner before heading back the next day.
Find HotelsIf you have extra time, add a day to explore the coffee estates of Coorg or the waterfalls of Wayanad for a more relaxed pace. To shorten the trip, skip the Dubare Elephant Camp and head straight from Madikeri to Wayanad, reducing driving time and allowing an earlier arrival at Pampa for the pilgrimage.