7-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Chennai, Mysore, and Coorg

  1. Day 1: Explore Chennai
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    Visit Marina Beach for sunrise, followed by the Kapaleeswarar Temple and the Government Museum for a glimpse of Tamil Nadu's rich history and culture.

  2. Day 2: Discover Mysore
    Estimated travel time: 6 hours (260 km) from previous location

    Start with a visit to the magnificent Mysore Palace, followed by Chamundeshwari Temple located atop the Chamundi Hills. End the day at the Brindavan Gardens.

  3. Day 3: More of Mysore
    Estimated travel time: 45 minutes (22 km) from previous location

    Visit the St. Philomena's Cathedral and the Mysore Zoo (closed on Tuesdays) which houses a range of exotic animals. End the day with some shopping at the Devaraja market.

  4. Day 4: Journey to Coorg
    Estimated travel time: 3.5-4.5 hours (120-150 km) from previous location

    Take a scenic drive to Coorg. Stop at the Namdroling Monastery in Kushalnagar along the way.

  5. Day 5: Explore Coorg
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    Visit the Abbey Falls and the Golden Temple in Bylakuppe. End the day with a hike to Raja's Seat, a beautiful viewpoint of the Coorg hill station.

  6. Day 6: Nature and Adventure
    Estimated travel time: 1 hour (35 km) from previous location

    Explore the lush greenery at Madikeri Fort and Dubare Elephant Camp. Go for a thrilling white water river rafting adventure at the Barapole River (seasonal activity - confirm beforehand).

  7. Day 7: Departure from Coorg
    Estimated travel time: 5-6 hours (230 km) to Bengaluru airport

    Depart from Coorg to the Bengaluru airport. En route visit the Nagara Fort and the famous Shravanabelagola Jain temple with the world's tallest monolithic stone statue of Lord Bahubali.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Marina Beach (1-2 hours, free)
  • Kapaleeswarar Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Government Museum (2-3 hours, INR 15 for Indian Nationals, INR 250 for Foreign Nationals)
  • Mysore Palace (2-3 hours, INR 70 for Indians, INR 200 for foreigners)
  • Chamundeshwari Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Brindavan Gardens (2-3 hours, INR 15 for Indians, INR 50 for foreigners)
  • St. Philomena's Cathedral (1-2 hours, free)
  • Mysore Zoo (2-3 hours, INR 60 for adults, INR 30 for children)
  • Devaraja market (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Namdroling Monastery (1-2 hours, free)
  • Abbey Falls (1-2 hours, INR 15 for Indians, INR 50 for foreigners)
  • Golden Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Raja's Seat (1-2 hours, INR 5 for Indians, INR 50 for foreigners)
  • Madikeri Fort (1-2 hours, INR 5 for Indians, INR 100 for foreigners)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (2-3 hours, INR 849 for adults, INR 499 for children)
  • Barapole River Rafting (2-3 hours, INR 1200-1400 per person)
  • Nagara Fort (1-2 hours, free)
  • Shravanabelagola Jain temple (1-2 hours, free)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 4175-4375 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a visit to the Doddamakkali Nature Camp for a wildlife experience. If you have less time, you can skip the Barapole River Rafting and the Namdr[ling Monastery. Avoid visiting places during weekends as they tend to be overcrowded. Plan your trip during the winter months from November to February for the most pleasant weather.

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