Adventure Itinerary: Bangalore to Manali - August 2023

1. Day 1: Bangalore
   0 minutes from Bangalore

   In the morning, head to Ramanagara and explore the rocky terrain through rock climbing, rappelling & trekking. In the afternoon, visit the Bannerghatta National Park to enjoy a safari and spot tigers, lions, and other animals. In the evening, stroll through the Lalbagh Botanical Gardens and witness the beauty of nature.

2. Day 2: Mysore
   3 hours (144 miles) from Bangalore

   In the morning, visit Mysore Palace and witness its grandeur. In the afternoon, head to Chamundi Hill to trek and enjoy the panoramic view of Mysore city. In the evening, stroll through Brindavan Gardens and witness the musical fountain show.

3. Day 3: Coorg
   3 hours (107 miles) from Mysore

   In the morning, visit Dubare Elephant Camp and enjoy an elephant ride and watch the elephants bathe. In the afternoon, explore Abbey Falls and capture the beauty of nature. In the evening, visit the Raja's Seat and enjoy the sunset.

4. Day 4: Ooty
   4 hours (126 miles) from Coorg

   In the morning, visit the Ooty Lake and enjoy boating with a view. In the afternoon, visit the Botanical Gardens and witness a variety of flowers. In the evening, visit the Doddabetta Peak and enjoy the panoramic view of the Nilgiri Mountains.

5. Day 5: Kodaikanal
   7 hours (234 miles) from Ooty

   In the morning, visit the Kodaikanal Lake and enjoy boating. In the afternoon, explore the Bear Shola Falls and witness the beauty of nature. In the evening, visit the Coakers Walk and witness the stunning view of the valley.

6. Day 6: Manali
   20 hours (1,962 miles) from Kodaikanal

   In the morning, visit the Solang Valley and enjoy adventure sports like paragliding, skiing, and zorbing. In the afternoon, trek to the Jogini Falls and witness the beauty of nature. In the evening, explore the local market and indulge in delicious Himachali food.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Rohtang Pass, Hadimba Temple, and Manali Sanctuary. You can take a side trip to Kasol which is known for its scenic beauty and trekking. To maximize your fun, plan your activities according to the weather and book your hotels and flights in advance.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Ramanagara (6 hours, INR 500)
• Bannerghatta National Park (4 hours, INR 500)
• Lalbagh Botanical Gardens (2 hours, INR 50)
• Mysore Palace (3 hours, INR 300)
• Chamundi Hill (4 hours, INR 0)
• Brindavan Gardens (2 hours, INR 50)
• Dubare Elephant Camp (5 hours, INR 1,000)
• Abbey Falls (2 hours, INR 50)
• Raja's Seat (2 hours, INR 50)
• Ooty Lake (2 hours, INR 500)
• Botanical Gardens (2 hours, INR 30)
• Doddabetta Peak (2 hours, INR 50)
• Kodaikanal Lake (2 hours, INR 500)
• Bear Shola Falls (2 hours, INR 50)
• Coakers Walk (2 hours, INR 20)
• Solang Valley (5 hours, INR 1,000)
• Jogini Falls (3 hours, INR 0)
• Explore local market (2 hours, INR 500)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 4,600