5-Day Adventure Itinerary: Bangalore, Mysore, Chikmagalur, Coorg, Wayanad, and Ooty

1. Day 1: Bangalore
   Drive from Bangalore to Mysore (2.5 hours)

   Visit the Mysore Palace, a stunning building with a mix of Gothic and Hindu styles. Then, head to the Brindavan Gardens, a beautiful park with fountains and light shows in the evening.

2. Day 2: Chikmagalur
   Drive from Mysore to Chikmagalur (4.5 hours)

   Explore the coffee plantations of Chikmagalur with a guided tour. Visit the Mullayanagiri Peak, the highest peak in Karnataka, for breathtaking views. End the day at Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary for a safari in the tropical forest.

3. Day 3: Coorg
   Drive from Chikmagalur to Coorg (3 hours)

   Visit the Abbey Falls for a refreshing dip in the water. Take a trek to Brahmagiri Peak to get a panoramic view of the Western Ghats. End the day with a cup of fresh coffee at a local plantation.

4. Day 4: Wayanad
   Drive from Coorg to Wayanad (3 hours)

   Take a nature walk in the Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary to see exotic birds and animals. Visit Edakkal Caves, a pre-historic site with ancient drawings. End the day at a spice plantation to learn about the herbs and spices of Kerala.

5. Day 5: Ooty
   Drive from Wayanad to Ooty (4 hours)

   Visit the Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in Ooty, for stunning views of the Nilgiri Mountains. Take a ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site. End the day at the Botanical Gardens to see rare varieties of flowers and trees.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Mysore Palace (1-2 hours, INR 200-500)
• Brindavan Gardens (2-3 hours, INR 50-200)
• Coffee Plantation Tour (2-3 hours, INR 500-1000)
• Mullayanagiri Peak (4-5 hours, Free)
• Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary (3-4 hours, INR 500-1000)
• Abbey Falls (1-2 hours, INR 15-50)
• Brahmagiri Peak (3-4 hours, INR 500-1000)
• Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary (2-3 hours, INR 100-500)
• Edakkal Caves (1-2 hours, INR 20-50)
• Spice Plantation (1-2 hours, INR 200-500)
• Doddabetta Peak (2-3 hours, INR 10-50)
• Nilgiri Mountain Railway (2-3 hours, INR 205-845)
• Botanical Gardens (1-2 hours, INR 30-100)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,055 - 5,855

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Chamundi Hills or the Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens in Mysore. In Chikmagalur, you can go on a trek to the Kudremukh Peak. In Wayanad, you can visit the Banasura Sagar Dam or the Chain Tree, a legendary banyan tree. If you have less time, skip the spice plantation tour in Wayanad or the Botanical Gardens in Ooty.