7-Day Relaxing Itinerary in Mysore

1. Day 1: Brindavan Gardens
   30 minutes (15 km) from Mysore Palace

   Enjoy the musical fountain and a boat ride along the picturesque garden at night.

2. Day 2: Chamundi Hills
   20 minutes (10 km) from Brindavan Gardens

   Hike up 1000 steps to reach the hilltop temple and enjoy panoramic views of Mysore.

3. Day 3: St. Philomena's Cathedral
   20 minutes (7 km) from Chamundi Hills

   Visit the Neo-Gothic style architecture cathedral which is one of the tallest in Asia.

4. Day 4: Karanji Lake
   30 minutes (8 km) from St. Philomena's Cathedral

   Take a relaxing stroll, bird watching or a boat ride around the lake, which is also a wildlife sanctuary.

5. Day 5: Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum
   40 minutes (11 km) from Karanji Lake

   Be amazed by the impressive and intricate sand sculptures created by famous sand artist MN Gowri.

6. Day 6: Mysore Zoo
   10 minutes (4 km) from Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum

   Explore the diverse collection of fauna and flora, including the white Bengal tiger and various bird species.

7. Day 7: Rail Museum
   10 minutes (3.5 km) from Mysore Zoo

   Discover the rich heritage and history of Indian Railways at the interactive museum with vintage locomotives, equipment and more.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Brindavan Gardens (2 hours, INR 20)
• Chamundi Hills (4 hours, free)
• St. Philomena's Cathedral (1 hour, free)
• Karanji Lake (2 hours, INR 10)
• Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum (1 hour, INR 40)
• Mysore Zoo (3 hours, INR 80)
• Rail Museum (2 hours, INR 40)

Total Estimated Costs: INR 210

Useful tips:

If you have more time, consider visiting Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, also known as Mysore Zoo, on a separate day or visit the nearby Chunchanakatte Falls after Karanji Lake. If you have less time, skip the Rail Museum and consider visiting the famous Mysore Palace or Devaraja Market instead.