4-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Mysuru, Coorg, Shravanbelgola

  1. Day 1: Mysuru Palace & Brindavan Gardens
    3 hours (12.5 miles) from Bengaluru Airport

    Start your day with a visit to the Mysuru Palace, also known as the Amba Vilas Palace. This stunning palace was the former residence of the Wodeyar Maharaja's of Mysuru and showcases a blend of Hindu, Islamic, Gothic and Rajput architectural styles. Later on, head to the Brindavan Gardens to see the beautiful fountains and illuminated Mughal-style terraces. Don't forget to catch the musical fountain show in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Dubare Elephant Camp & Coffee Plantation Tour
    2 hours 30 minutes (67 miles) from Mysuru Palace

    Start your day with a visit to the Dubare Elephant Camp located on the banks of the river Cauvery. Get up and close with friendly elephants and even get to bathe them. Later, explore the nearby coffee plantation on a guided tour and learn all about the coffee-making process.

  3. Day 3: Abbey Falls & Nalknad Palace
    1 hour 30 minutes (36 miles) from Dubare Elephant Camp

    Begin your day at the Abbey Falls, a beautiful cascading waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. Afterward, visit the Nalknad Palace in Yavakapadi, a magnificent palace nestled in the hills of Kodagu. This historic palace dates back to the 18th century and has intricate carvings and murals that showcase the heritage and culture of the Kodagu region.

  4. Day 4: Gommateshwara Statue & Indragiri Hill
    2 hours 30 minutes (81 miles) from Nalknad Palace

    End your trip with a visit to the Gommateshwara Statue in Shravanbelgola. This statue of Lord Bahubali is the world's tallest monolithic stone statue and is considered one of the most important Jain pilgrimage sites. Later, visit the Indragiri Hill to witness the stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mysuru Palace (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Brindavan Gardens (2 hours, INR 60)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (3-4 hours, INR 849)
  • Coffee Plantation Tour (2-3 hours, INR 200)
  • Abbey Falls (1-2 hours, INR 15)
  • Nalknad Palace (1-2 hours, INR 25)
  • Gommateshwara Statue (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Indragiri Hill (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1,349

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you may want to add a visit to the Madikeri Fort in Coorg. This imposing fort dates back to the 17th century and is a prime example of historical architecture. On the other hand, if you have less time, consider skipping the Nalknad Palace and spending more time exploring the beautiful hills and scenery in Coorg.

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