3-Day Foodie Itinerary: Bangalore to Coorg

  1. Day 1: Bangalore to Madikeri
    5 hours 30 minutes (264 km)

    Start your foodie journey with a drive from Bangalore to Madikeri, the heart of Coorg. Stop at Malgudi Cafe for a breakfast inspired by the literary works of R.K Narayan. Head to Raja's Seat, a scenic garden that offers a view of the valley. Visit Madikeri Fort, built-in 17th century, and learn the history of the region. For lunch, grab a Coorgi-style pandi curry at Coorg Cuisine. Head to Chelavara Waterfalls for an evening picnic by the waterfalls.

  2. Day 2: Madikeri to Kushalnagar
    1 hour 10 minutes (33.3km)

    Visit the local market in Madikeri for some fresh produce, spices, and homemade chocolates. Drive to Kushalnagar and visit Bylakuppe, the largest Tibetan settlement in South India. Take a tour of the Namdroling Monastery and enjoy some momos. For lunch, try the famous pork curry at Coorg Spicy Treats. Take a tour of Coorg Coffee Plantation and learn about the history & manufacturing of coffee. Enjoy a cup of fresh coffee paired with neer dosa and chicken curry at the plantation.

  3. Day 3: Kushalnagar to Bangalore
    5 hours 45 minutes (258 km)

    Visit the Golden Temple, Bylakuppe's largest and grandest Tibetan Monastery. Take a drive to the picturesque Abbey Falls and falling in love with the scenic beauty of the waterfall. For lunch, check out East End Hotel for some Coorg-style biryanis and curries. Visit the Dubare Elephant Camp and enjoy an elephant ride. Have a refreshing cup of tea paired with traditional snacks from Nagarahole National Park Tea House. Drive back to Bangalore to end your three-day foodie trip.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Malgudi Cafe (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Raja's Seat (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Madikeri Fort (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Coorg Cuisine (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Chelavara Waterfalls (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Local Market in Madikeri (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Namdroling Monastery (2 hours, Free entry)
  • Coorg Spicy Treats (1 hour, INR 400)
  • Coorg Coffee Plantation (2 hours, INR 800)
  • Golden Temple (1 hour, Free entry)
  • Abbey Falls (1 hour, INR 200)
  • East End Hotel (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (2 hours, INR 2000)
  • Nagarahole National Park Tea House (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 6550

Useful tips

If you have more time, explore the wildlife of Coorg by visiting Nagarhole National Park. Add a visit to the Talakaveri river source and Bhagamandala temple. For shorter trips, skip Dubare Elephant Camp and head straight to the tea house at Nagarahole National Park to try their locally brewed tea. If you're visiting during the monsoon season, be cautious about visiting waterfalls as the surroundings can be slippery and risky.

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