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Ahmedabad - Varkala - Wayanad - Coorg - Ahmedabad Itinerary for November 2023

  1. Day 1: Ahmedabad
    15 minutes (5 miles) from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport

    Visit the Sabarmati Ashram, a national monument where Mahatma Gandhi lived for 12 years. In the afternoon, explore the Calico Museum of Textiles which houses one of the world's finest collections of antique and modern Indian textiles.

  2. Day 2: Varkala
    2 hours 30 minutes flight from Ahmedabad to Trivandrum International Airport + 1 hour drive (28 miles) from Trivandrum to Varkala

    Spend the morning at Papanasam Beach, also known as Varkala Beach, where you can take a dip in the holy waters believed to wash away sins. In the afternoon, visit the 2000-year-old Janardanaswamy Temple and Sivagiri Mutt, a spiritual and cultural center.

  3. Day 3: Wayanad
    8 hours 30 minutes drive (270 miles) from Varkala to Wayanad

    Start the day with a visit to the Edakkal Caves, known for its ancient rock art. In the afternoon, head to the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary for a jungle safari and spot elephants, tigers, and leopards. End the day with a relaxing boat ride on the Pookode Lake.

  4. Day 4: Coorg
    3 hours 30 minutes drive (98 miles) from Wayanad to Coorg

    Explore the Dubare Elephant Camp in the morning where you can feed, bathe, and ride elephants. In the afternoon, visit the Namdroling Monastery, home to over 5000 Tibetan monks and nuns. End the day with a cup of freshly brewed coffee at a local plantation.

  5. Day 5: Coorg
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Madikeri to Abbey Falls

    Start the day with a visit to the Raja's Seat, a scenic viewpoint and garden. In the afternoon, hike to the Abbey Falls and cool off in the cascading water. End the day with a visit to the Madikeri Fort and Museum.

  6. Day 6: Coorg
    1 hour 30 minutes (35 miles) from Madikeri to Talacauvery

    Visit the Talacauvery, the origin of the river Cauvery, in the morning. In the afternoon, head to the Bhagamandala Temple, a pilgrimage site for Hindus. End the day with a visit to the Nisargadhama, a man-made island and tourist spot.

  7. Day 7: Ahmedabad
    7 hours 30 minutes drive (290 miles) from Coorg to Ahmedabad

    End the trip with a visit to the Adalaj Stepwell, a stunning work of architecture built in the 15th century. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Akshardham Temple, a marvel of craftsmanship and a spiritual center.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Chettikulangara Bhagavathy Temple in Varkala, attending the Karthigai Deepam festival in Wayanad, and taking a detour to Mysore en route to Coorg. To maximize your fun, try local delicacies such as dal vada, appam, and pandi curry. Don't forget to carry comfortable shoes and clothes for the jungle safari and hike to the falls.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sabarmati Ashram (2 hours, free)
  • Calico Museum of Textiles (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Janardanaswamy Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Sivagiri Mutt (1 hour, free)
  • Edakkal Caves (3 hours, INR 40)
  • Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (4 hours, INR 4000 for jeep safari)
  • Pookode Lake (1 hour, INR 10)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (2 hours, INR 1200 for elephant ride)
  • Namdroling Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Madikeri Fort and Museum (1 hour, INR 5)
  • Raja's Seat (1 hour, INR 5)
  • Abbey Falls (2 hours, INR 15)
  • Talacauvery (1 hour, free)
  • Bhagamandala Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Nisargadhama (2 hours, INR 10)
  • Adalaj Stepwell (1 hour, free)
  • Akshardham Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 5275 (excluding flights, accommodations, and meals)
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