A Nature Lover's 6-day trip to Coorg, Munnar, Chikmagalur, Ooty, Mysore, Gokarna, Udupi, Dharmasthala

1. Day 1: Coorg
   4 hours 30 minutes (147.8 miles) from Bangalore

   Start your nature-loving journey in Coorg, also called Kodagu, known for its coffee and spice plantations and abundant wildlife. Take a scenic walk and bird watching in Nagarhole National Park, visit the stunning Abbey Falls, and learn about coffee-making at the Coffee Museum.

2. Day 2: Munnar
   4 hours 30 minutes (139.6 miles) from Coorg

   Travel from Coorg to Munnar, located in the Western Ghats, famous for its tea plantations and scenic beauty. Admire the panoramic views from Echo Point, learn about tea making at the Tea Museum, and hike through the lush greenery at the Eravikulam National Park.

3. Day 3: Chikmagalur
   6 hours 30 minutes (238.7 miles) from Munnar

   Next stop is Chikmagalur, known for its coffee plantations and breathtaking natural beauty. Take a stroll around the stunning Hebbe Falls, visit the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary to spot rare species such as the Asian elephant and tiger, and explore the Mulayangiri Trek that offers fantastic views.

4. Day 4: Ooty
   3 hours 13 minutes (102.6 miles) from Chikmagalur

   Travel to Ooty, a beautiful hill station also known as the Queen of Hill Stations. Embark on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway and enjoy the breathtaking scenery, hike through the scenic landscape of Dodabetta Peak, and admire the beauty of the Ooty Lake.

5. Day 5: Mysore
   3 hours 20 minutes (91.4 miles) from Ooty

   Visit Mysore, a city known for its heritage sites and beautiful parks. Explore the gorgeous Mysore Palace, stroll through the Brindavan Gardens taking in the signature illuminated fountain show, and walk amidst the serenity of the Karanji Lake Bird Sanctuary.

6. Day 6: Gokarna, Udupi, Dharmasthala
   8 hours (260.8 miles) from Mysore

   Drive south to discover the three unmissable sites- Gokarna, Udupi, and Dharmasthala standing side-by-side. Explore the Mogaveera hermitage in Gokarna, visit the Krishna Temple in Udupi, and Ram Mandir- the landmark of Dharmasthala.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Nagarhole National Park (2-4 hours, INR 150 per head)
• Abbey Falls (1-2 hours, INR 15 per head)
• Coffee Museum (1-2 hours, INR 100 per head)
• Echo Point (1-2 hours, INR 30 per head)
• Tea Museum (30-45 minutes, INR 120 per head)
• Eravikulam National Park (2-4 hours, INR 120 per head)
• Hebbe Falls (1-2 hours, INR 50 per head)
• Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary (4-5 hours, INR 200 per head)
• Nilgiri Mountain Railway (2-3 hours, INR 70 per head)
• Dodabetta Peak (1-2 hours, INR 10 per head)
• Ooty Lake (1-2 hours, INR 15 per head)
• Mysore Palace (1-2 hours, INR 70 per head)
• Brindavan Gardens (2-3 hours, INR 20 per head)
• Karanji Lake Bird Sanctuary (1-2 hours, INR 25 per head)
• Mogaveera hermitage (1-2 hours, free)
• Krishna Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Ram Mandir (1-2 hours, free)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 925

Useful Tips:

If you have extra time, consider adding nearby locations like Wayanad, Hampi, or Chitradurga. If you have a shorter stay, you can skip one or two destinations from the list of stops. Always check the opening and closing times as some places may have reduced hours on public holidays, festivals, or Mondays.