Family Friendly Itinerary: Coimbatore, Mysore, Coorg - By Car

  • Day 1: Arrival at Coimbatore
    Starting point: Calicut
    Driving distance: 267 km, approximately 6 hours

    Upon arrival at Coimbatore, you can check in at a family-friendly resort and unwind after the journey.

  • Day 2: Black Thunder Amusement Park (Coimbatore)
    Distance from resort: 40 km, approximately 1.5 hour drive

    Enjoy the day with your family at the Black Thunder amusement park, featuring a variety of thrilling water rides and kid-friendly activities.

  • Day 3: Mysore Palace (Mysore)
    Distance from resort: 183 km, approximately 4 hour drive

    Explore the opulent Mysore Palace, built in the Indo-Saracenic style and a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage.

  • Day 4: Dubare Elephant Camp (Coorg)
    Distance from resort: 112 km, approximately 3 hour drive

    Have an unforgettable experience with your family at the Dubare Elephant Camp, which offers activities such as elephant grooming, bathing, and feeding.

  • Day 5: Abbey Falls (Coorg)
    Distance from resort: 20 km, approximately 45 minute drive

    Take in the natural beauty of the Abbey Falls in Coorg, surrounded by lush greenery and ideal for a relaxing picnic with your family.

  • Day 6: Departure from Coorg
    Driving distance to Calicut: 240 km, approximately 6 hours

    Check out of your resort and head back to Calicut with your family, cherishing the wonderful memories made on your trip.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Black Thunder Amusement Park (4 hours, INR 900 for adults, INR 800 for children)
  • Mysore Palace (2 hours, INR 70 for Indians, INR 200 for foreigners)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (3 hours, INR 949 for Indians, INR 1,499 for foreigners)
  • Abbey Falls (2 hours, INR 15 for Indians, INR 200 for foreigners)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4,814 for adults, INR 4,999 for children

Transportation

Consider renting a car for the trip for flexibility and convenience. Estimated travel costs for fuel and tolls would be approximately INR 3,000 for the entire journey. Do note that the estimated driving time includes occasional rest stops and traffic delays.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can consider visiting other attractions in Coimbatore such as Marudamalai Temple and Gedee Car Museum, or in Coorg such as Raja's Seat and Namdroling Monastery. If you have less time, you can exclude the visit to Black Thunder Amusement Park and spend more time exploring each destination.

Airports

Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) is located approximately 11 km from the city center, while Mangalore International Airport (IXE) is located approximately 160 km from Coorg.

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