Family-Friendly 4-Day Itinerary: Bangalore, Mysore, Ooty, Kodaikanal, Bangalore

  1. Day 1: Mysore
    2.5 hours (144 km) from Bangalore

    Visit the Mysore Palace, a stunning example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. Then head to the Chamundeshwari Temple located on top of Chamundi Hills for gorgeous views. End the day at the Brindavan Gardens, an enchanting garden with musical fountains.

  2. Day 2: Ooty
    3.5 hours (126 km) from Mysore

    Enjoy a scenic ride on the Ooty Toy Train, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that goes through picturesque hills and tea plantations. Afterward, go to the Doddabetta Peak for breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains and valley. End the day with a visit to the Ooty Lake, where you can take a boat ride or enjoy a picnic by the water.

  3. Day 3: Kodaikanal
    7 hours (250 km) from Ooty

    Begin the day with a visit to Berijam Lake, a serene natural lake with stunning views. Then head to the Pillar Rocks for a scenic walk with amazing views of the surrounding landscape. End the day with a visit to the Bryant Park, a botanical garden with beautiful flowers and plants.

  4. Day 4: Bangalore
    8 hours (450 km) from Kodaikanal

    Begin the day at Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum, a science and technology museum with interactive exhibits. Then go to Cubbon Park, a lush green space with walking trails and a serene atmosphere. End the day with a visit to the Bannerghatta Biological Park, a zoo with various animals including tigers and lions.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mysore Palace (2 hours, ₹250)
  • Chamundeshwari Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Brindavan Gardens (2 hours, ₹60)
  • Ooty Toy Train (2 hours, ₹550)
  • Doddabetta Peak (1.5 hours, ₹10)
  • Ooty Lake (2 hours, ₹10)
  • Berijam Lake (2 hours, Free)
  • Pillar Rocks (1.5 hours, ₹30)
  • Bryant Park (1 hour, ₹30)
  • Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum (2 hours, ₹50)
  • Cubbon Park (1.5 hours, Free)
  • Bannerghatta Biological Park (3 hours, ₹80)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹1,090 per person

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the St. Philomena's Cathedral in Mysore, the Botanical Gardens in Ooty, and the Lalbagh Botanical Garden in Bangalore. If you have less time, you can skip the Brindavan Gardens and Pillar Rocks. It's best to visit the tourist places in the morning when the crowds are lighter, and the temperatures are cooler. Finally, be sure to try some delicious local food like Mysore Pak and Coorgi Pandi Curry.

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