Start your morning with filter coffee and soft idlis at Vinayaka Mylari; sit among locals and sample their signature fluffy dosa-style idli while planning the day.
Take a short walk through the leafy lanes toward Devaraja Market, where you can soak up spice aromas, watch vendors arrange vibrant flower garlands and pick up fresh mangoes or local jaggery.
Join a hands-on breakfast workshop at Swad's neighborhood kitchen or a local homestay host to learn how to make Mysore-style akki rotti or rava kesari, then enjoy what you prepare.
Visit KR Circle area for a short snack crawl-try Mysore pak at Guru Sweets and crunchy bondas from a nearby street stall while strolling the historic commercial lanes.
Head to Chamundi Hill viewpoint (lower parking/tea stall area) for panoramic morning views and a quick stop at a roadside tea stall to sip masala chai before returning to the Swad neighborhood to freshen up.
Enjoy a relaxed lunch at Rendezvous Cafe (Swad area)-order the local-style bisibele bath and a seasonal vegetable curry, then linger over fresh filter coffee while people-watching.
Take a short tuk-tuk ride to Railway Museum (toy train area) for a light, quirky visit to vintage engines and interactive displays-great for a leisurely stroll and photos.
Head to KRS Backwaters viewpoint for a quiet riverside walk; scan for resident birds and enjoy the breeze while learning about local irrigation from vendors nearby.
Join an immersive spice-and-snack tasting at Devaraja Market's spice lane-sample roasted masala peanuts, churmuri and pick up a packet of freshly-ground sambar powder to take home.
Visit Café Mocha (near Swad) for an afternoon chai or cold coffee and try their signature bun-with-chutney-use the time to freshen up and plan evening food stops.
Walk through the artisanal lanes to Broadway Street food stalls, tasting local evening snacks like mirchi bajji and sweet jowar rotis from well-known vendors.
Return to your Swad accommodation to relax briefly; if staying in a homestay, ask your host about joining a quick evening kitchen prep for tonight's dinner.
For a hands-on dinner experience, participate at Swad's community kitchen or reserve a table at Mysuru Mess for a hearty home-style thali featuring ragi, soppina palya and dessert.
Walk to Irwin Road eateries and sample crunchy onion pakoras and soft idli upma from beloved street carts while soaking in the early-evening bustle.
Head to R Poornima Cafe for a short dessert crawl - try their signature rava laddoo or warm kesari served with a small cup of filter coffee.
Join a small-group night food tour that meets near Swad community kitchen, visiting tucked-away stalls for late-night dosas, ghee-soaked sweet obbattu and local chaats.
If you prefer something relaxed, stop at Cafe Mysore Lights (or similar local lounge) for a craft mocktail and conversation, or request a short home-cooked plate from your homestay host to end the night.
Return to your Swad accommodation for a light herbal tea prepared by your host and a quick debrief of the day's flavors; store any market spices purchased for tomorrow's meal-prep experience.
Watch the sunrise and stretch with a gentle guided walk at Kukkarahalli Lake (walking path)-spot early-morning birdlife and local joggers while a guide points out common wetland flora.
Refuel with a hearty breakfast at Shree Sagar (CTR) Annex-order the rava dosa and a strong filter coffee to fuel a more active morning.
Drive or take a short transfer to Ramanagara hills (rock-climbing/trek meet point) for a beginner-friendly guided bouldering session and basic ropes instruction with local instructors.
Return toward Mysore and stop for fresh coconut water and banana-stall snacks at a roadside vendor near Chamundi foothills approach, taking a quick photo break of the rural landscape.
Visit a nearby family-run farm for a mini farm-to-table demo at Green Valley Farm (or similar local agro-experience)-help harvest seasonal greens and learn how they turn produce into simple village-style chutneys.
Enjoy a farm-fresh light brunch prepared on site-sample millet rotis, freshly-cooked soppina palya and local buttermilk while chatting with the hosts about sustainable practices.
Drive back toward Mysore town and stop for a light post-brunch snack at Vinayaka Mylari (Town branch) to try their famous soft idli or dosa-style idli paired with fresh filter coffee before continuing the day's activities.
Head to Devaraja Market for a guided short market walk focused on edible souvenirs - sample local chutneys, grab a packet of freshly ground ragi flour and meet a vendor who will demo spice-blending techniques.
Pop into Rangan Coffee House (or a nearby café in the Swad area) for a chilled break and a second cup of filter coffee while sorting produce purchases and chatting with the barista about Mysuru coffee culture.
Take a short tuk-tuk ride to Railway Market / Gokulam streets to browse local artisan stalls selling handmade pickles, chutneys and millet snacks - pick a jar to include in tonight's travel picnic back to Bangalore.
Join a hands-on chutney-and-side-dish demo at a nearby homestay or Swad community kitchen where the host shows quick methods to pack farm produce for travel and prepares a small picnic of millet rotis, pickle and buttermilk.
Freshen up and collect luggage from your accommodation, then enjoy a short final stroll through the leafy lanes near Irwin Road to grab a last-minute snack like mirchi bajji or sweet obbattu for the road.
If departing by bus, transfer to Mysore City Bus Stand with time to sip fresh sugarcane juice from a vendor; if driving, set off toward Bangalore with your farm-to-table picnic packed and a scenic photo stop en route if time permits.
Stop at a recommended highway restaurant such as Hotel Mayura (highway outlet) or a quality dhaba for a simple early dinner - enjoy a comforting bowl of sambar rice or a quick plate of mixed veg curry before the final stretch home.
Arrival in Bangalore (or final drop-off) - if you brought jarred chutneys or spices from Devaraja Market, now is a good moment to share a small roadside tasting with your travel companion and recap the weekend's favorite flavors.
Gather your packed picnic from the Swad community kitchen and walk to a nearby shaded spot on Irwin Road for a relaxed tasting of farm chutneys and millet rotis while watching evening street life.
If you have time before departure, stop at Rendezvous Cafe (Swad area) for a final cup of filter coffee and a small plate of sweet obbattu to pair with your picnic leftovers.
Board your bus or begin the drive toward Bangalore; settle in with the farm-to-table picnic you prepared and chat about the day's highlights as the city lights begin to glow.
Make a planned highway stop at Hotel Mayura (highway outlet) or a recommended dhaba for a warm plate of sambar rice or quick vegetable thali to stretch legs and reset for the remaining journey.
If travelling by car and time allows, take a brief scenic photo stop at a well-lit vantage near the highway outskirts to capture the sunset-afterglow over the plains, then resume the drive to Bangalore.
Expected arrival window in Bangalore (or final drop-off). Unpack any fragile jars from Devaraja Market first, share a last roadside nibble with your companion, and note down favorite recipes or spice mixes to recreate at home.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Vinayaka Mylari (breakfast - filter coffee + idli/dosa) | ₹120 |
| Devaraja Market (market walk, snacks purchases) | ₹100 |
| Swad's neighborhood kitchen (hands-on breakfast workshop) | ₹600 |
| Guru Sweets (Mysore pak tasting) | ₹80 |
| Chamundi Hill viewpoint (lower parking/tea stall) | Free |
| Rendezvous Cafe (lunch - bisibele bath + coffee) | ₹220 |
| Railway Museum (toy train area) | ₹40 |
| KRS Backwaters viewpoint (riverside walk) | Free |
| Devaraja Market spice-and-snack tasting | ₹150 |
| Café Mocha (chai/coffee + bun) | ₹160 |
| Broadway Street food stalls (evening snacks) | ₹150 |
| Swad accommodation (homestay host evening kitchen participation) - per-person contribution | ₹800 |
| Mysuru Mess (home-style thali dinner) | ₹250 |
| Irwin Road eateries (pakoras, idli upma) | ₹120 |
| R Poornima Cafe (dessert - rava laddoo/kesari + coffee) | ₹140 |
| Night food tour (small-group) | ₹600 |
| Cafe Mysore Lights (mocktail / lounge) or homestay late-night plate | ₹250 |
| Herbal tea at homestay (end of day) | Free |
| Kukkarahalli Lake guided morning walk | ₹100 |
| Shree Sagar (CTR) Annex (breakfast - rava dosa + coffee) | ₹180 |
| Ramanagara hills (guided beginner bouldering/ropes session) | ₹1500 |
| Roadside coconut water / banana snacks | ₹60 |
| Green Valley Farm (farm demo + brunch) | ₹700 |
| Vinayaka Mylari (town branch snack repeat) | ₹120 |
| Devaraja Market guided edible-souvenir walk | ₹200 |
| Rangan Coffee House (coffee break) | ₹120 |
| Railway Market / Gokulam artisan browsing (pickles/chutneys purchase) | ₹250 |
| Swad community kitchen chutney demo & picnic prep | ₹450 |
| Irwin Road last-minute snack (mirchi bajji / sweet obbattu) | ₹100 |
| Mysore City Bus Stand transfer / sugarcane juice | ₹40 |
| Hotel Mayura (highway outlet) dinner stop (per-person) | ₹220 |
| Highway dhaba stop (alternative dinner) | ₹200 |
| Photo stop / scenic vantage (short stop) | Free |
| Estimated Total (per person) | ₹8520 |