Exploring Family-Friendly Karnataka for 3 days

  1. Day 1: Bengaluru
    Estimated travel time from Kempegowda International Airport: 1 hour (30 km)

    Begin your Karnataka trip by exploring the capital city, Bengaluru. Visit the Cubbon Park - a sprawling urban park with greenery, a rose garden, and a toy train ride. Next, head to Bangalore Palace, a historic landmark known for its Tudor-style architecture and intricate wood carvings. End your day by savoring delicious south Indian meals from the popular Vidyarthi Bhavan or MTR 1924.

  2. Day 2: Mysuru
    Estimated travel time from Bengaluru: 3 hours (150 km)

    Travel to Mysuru - a cultural capital, known for its palaces, temples, and silk sarees. Start by exploring the Mysuru Palace, known for its Indo-Saracenic architecture and beautiful lighting. If you're interested in history, take a trip to Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace - a grand palace built in 1791. Explore the Devaraja Market to shop for spices, flowers, and handicrafts. Gufha is an excellent restaurant to enjoy an authentic jungle-themed dining experience.

  3. Day 3: Coorg
    Estimated travel time from Mysuru: 2.5 hours (115 km)

    On the final day, get ready for an adventure in Coorg - a beautiful hill station known for its coffee plantations and waterfalls. Start your day by trekking to the Abbey Falls - a mesmerizing waterfall with lush greenery and misty surroundings. Next, visit the Namdroling Monastery - a grand temple complex with Tibetan architecture and vibrant colors. End your trip by visiting the Dubare Elephant Camp - a picturesque location, where you can watch elephants and take an elephant ride.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Cubbon Park (2 hours, free)
  • Bangalore Palace (1.5 hours, INR 250)
  • Vidyarthi Bhavan / MTR 1924 (1 hour, INR 100-200)
  • Mysuru Palace (2 hours, INR 70-120)
  • Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace (1 hour, INR 30-100)
  • Devaraja Market (1.5 hours, Entry free)
  • Gufha (1.5 hour, INR 500-700 for two)
  • Abbey Falls (2 hours, INR 15-20)
  • Namdroling Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (2 hours, INR 1000-2000 per elephant ride)
  • Total Estimated Costs - INR 3000-5000 per person (excluding accommodation & travel)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a trip to Hampi - UNESCO world heritage site known for its picturesque heritage architecture and natural beauty. You can take a guided tour or explore the site on cycles.

If you have less time, omit Mysuru from the itinerary and explore the nearby Nandi Hills and Chikmagalur for a fantastic hill station experience.

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