10-Day Low-Budget Family-Friendly Itinerary for Coorg, Chikmagalur, Ooty, Alleppey, Munnar, Mussoorie, Goa, Gokarna, and Dandeli

1. Day 1: Coorg
   Drive 5 hours (251 km) from Bangalore

   Visit the Talakaveri Temple, trek to the Tadiyandamol Peak, and enjoy a coffee plantation tour.

2. Day 2: Chikmagalur
   Drive 3 hours (110 km) from Coorg

   Explore the Baba Budangiri range and enjoy a scenic drive through the hills before returning to your hotel in the evening.

3. Day 3: Ooty
   Drive 6 hours (240 km) from Chikmagalur

   Spend the day exploring the scenic views of the Doddabetta Peak, visiting the Ooty Lake and Botanical Garden and taking a ride on the Ooty Toy Train.

4. Day 4: Anantha Padmanabhaswamy Temple
   Drive 9 hours (400 km) from Ooty

   Visit the Anantha Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, one of the most revered temples in India, steeped in mythology and history. Spend the evening relaxing on the beach.

5. Day 5: Alleppey
   Drive 4 hours (160 km) from Anantha Padmanabhaswamy Temple

   Take a scenic drive to the backwaters of Alleppey, known as the "Venice of the East," and take a houseboat cruise to explore the unique ecosystem, indigenous birds, and villages built along the lakeside.

6. Day 6: Munnar
   Drive 4 hours (160 km) from Alleppey

   Visit the Tea Museum and Factory in Munnar, learn about the tea-making process, and take a stroll at Echo Point for an amazing view of the surrounding hills.

7. Day 7: Mussoorie
   Fly 6 hours (2,400 km) from Kochi

   Explore the romantic hill station of Mussoorie, known for its scenic waterfalls and stunning views of the Himalayas, take a walk on Mall Road and visit the Kempty Falls.

8. Day 8: Goa
   Drive 10 hours (444 km) from Mussoorie

   Indulge in the beaches and nightlife of Goa, and try some authentic Goan fish curry with rice and feni, the party capital of India.

9. Day 9: Gokarna
   Drive 3 hours (150 km) from Goa

   Spend the day relaxing in the serene and picturesque beaches of Gokarna, and explore the stunning Mahabaleshwar Temple.

10. Day 10: Dandeli
    Drive 8 hours (400 km) from Gokarna

    Explore the lush green forests of Dandeli, take a wildlife safari to witness the majestic tigers, and river raft down the Kali River for an adrenaline rush before returning to Bangalore.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Talakaveri Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Tadiyandamol Peak (6-7 hours, free)
• Coffee Plantation Tour (1-2 hours, INR 300-500)
• Baba Budangiri Range (6-7 hours, free)
• Doddabetta Peak (2-3 hours, free)
• Ooty Lake and Botanical Garden (2-3 hours, INR 30-100)
• Ooty Toy Train (2-3 hours, INR 500-700)
• Anantha Padmanabhaswamy Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Alleppey Houseboat Cruise (6-7 hours, INR 6,000-8,000)
• Tea Museum and Factory (1-2 hours, INR 100-200)
• Echo Point (1-2 hours, free)
• Mall Road (1-2 hours, free)
• Kempty Falls (1-2 hours, INR 50-100)
• Goa Beaches and Nightlife (2-3 hours, INR 500-1,000)
• Gokarna Beaches and Mahabaleshwar Temple (2-3 hours, free)
• Dandeli Wildlife Safari (2-3 hours, INR 1,000-2,000)
• Kali River Rafting (2-3 hours, INR 700-1,500)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 10,000-15,000 per person

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to Mysore and explore the Mysore Palace and Brindavan Gardens. If you have less time, you can skip some of the destinations. Coorg, Chikmagalur, Ooty, Alleppey, and Munnar can be covered in 5 days. Goa and Gokarna can be covered in 3 days. Finally, Dandeli can be covered in a day or two.