10-Day Indian Adventure

1. Day 1: Mumbai City
   2 hours (20 km) from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

   Explore the vibrant city of Mumbai, visit the Gateway of India, and watch the sunset at Marine Drive.

2. Day 2: Lonavala
   3 hours (83 km) from Mumbai City

   Hike to the top of Rajmachi Fort for picturesque views of the Western Ghats. End the day at Bhaja Caves.

3. Day 3: Kolhapur
   7.5 hours (386 km) from Lonavala

   Visit the Mahalaxmi Temple, explore the New Palace Museum, and try the famous Kolhapuri chicken.

4. Day 4: Hampi
   8.5 hours (389 km) from Kolhapur

   Marvel at the ancient ruins of Virupaksha Temple, Lotus Mahal, and the Vittala Temple Complex.

5. Day 5: Bangalore
   6 hours (335 km) from Hampi

   Spend the day exploring Bangalore's lush botanical gardens, including Lalbagh Botanical Garden, and end with a beautiful sunset at Ulsoor Lake.

6. Day 6: Coorg District
   6.5 hours (275 km) from Bangalore

   Go river rafting in Barapole River and visit Abbey Falls for picturesque views of Karnataka's rugged terrain.

7. Day 7: Mysuru
   4 hours (150 km) from Coorg District

   Explore the Mysore Palace, take a walking tour of Devaraja Market, and visit the Chamundeshwari Temple.

8. Day 8: Ooty
   3.5 hours (126 km) from Mysuru

   Take the UNESCO-listed Nilgiri Mountain Railway to experience stunning views of the Western Ghats, visit the Doddabetta Peak and spend the rest of the day at Ooty Lake.

9. Day 9: Kochi
   8 hours (307 km) from Ooty

   Visit the Dutch Palace, take a stroll through the historic Fort Kochi, and watch a traditional Kathakali performance.

10. Day 10: Alleppey
    1.5 hours (53 km) from Kochi

    Cruise the serene backwaters of Kerala on a traditional houseboat, relax on Alleppey Beach, and indulge in delicious seafood.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Gateway of India (1 hour, INR 50)
• Rajmachi Fort (4 hours, INR 200)
• Mahalaxmi Temple (1 hour, Free)
• Virupaksha Temple (2 hours, INR 40)
• Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2 hours, INR 30)
• Barapole River Rafting (3 hours, INR 1500)
• Mysore Palace (2 hours, INR 100)
• Nilgiri Mountain Railway (5 hours, INR 200)
• Dutch Palace (1 hour, INR 50)
• Houseboat Cruise (4 hours, INR 5000)
Total Estimated Costs (excluding lodging): INR 6370

Useful Tips

For more adventure, consider visiting the sand dunes of Jaisalmer or the Himalayas in Ladakh. If you have less time, skip visits to Kochi and Alleppey. If you have more time, consider adding Goa's beaches to the itinerary.