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Mysore, Coorg and Ooty 7-Day Itinerary in September 2023

  1. Day 1: Mysore
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Mysore Palace

    Start your day with a visit to the historic Mysore Palace, built in 1912. Spend the afternoon exploring the Brindavan Gardens with its fountains and illuminated musical fountain show. In the evening, take a stroll at the Chamundi Hill to enjoy the panoramic views of Mysore.

  2. Day 2: Coorg
    3 hours (118.4 km) from Mysore

    In the morning, drive to the stunning Abbey Falls and enjoy the refreshing misty view of the waterfall. After lunch, visit the Namdroling Monastery, also known as the Golden Temple, which is the largest teaching centre of Tibetan Buddhism in the world. In the evening, relax at Raja's Seat, a scenic garden offering panoramic views of the Coorg valley.

  3. Day 3: Coorg
    30 minutes (15.5 km) from Raja's Seat

    Take a morning walk through the coffee plantations of Coorg and learn about the coffee-making process from the locals. In the afternoon, visit the Madikeri Fort, built in the 17th century, and then head to the Omkareshwara Temple, a beautiful blend of Indian and Islamic architecture. Spend the evening exploring the local markets and tasting the famous Coorgi cuisine.

  4. Day 4: Ooty
    4 hours (177.6 km) from Coorg

    Start your day with a scenic drive through the Nilgiri hills to reach Ooty. Visit the Ooty Lake, where you can enjoy boating and horse riding. In the afternoon, explore the Government Botanical Garden, which has over 650 species of plants and trees. Spend the evening at the Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in Ooty, and enjoy the panoramic views of the town.

  5. Day 5: Ooty
    20 minutes (4.5 km) from Doddabetta Peak

    Take a morning walk through the tea plantations of Ooty and learn about the tea-making process from the locals. In the afternoon, visit the Wax World Museum, showcasing life-like wax statues of Indian personalities. In the evening, explore the St. Stephen's Church, a beautiful colonial-era church with stained glass windows.

  6. Day 6: Ooty
    1 hour (47.4 km) from St. Stephen's Church

    Take a morning drive to the Mudumalai National Park, home to many endangered species such as the Bengal tiger and Indian elephant. Enjoy a jungle safari and bird watching. In the afternoon, visit the Pykara Falls, a beautiful waterfall surrounded by lush green forests. Spend the evening at the Rose Garden, which has over 20,000 varieties of roses.

  7. Day 7: Mysore
    6 hours (272.5 km) from Rose Garden

    Start your day early and take a scenic drive back to Mysore. In the morning, visit the Mysore Zoo, which has a wide variety of animals including white tigers. In the afternoon, visit the Jaganmohan Palace, an art gallery with a collection of paintings by Raja Ravi Varma and other renowned artists. Spend the evening at the Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum, showcasing sand sculptures of famous Indian landmarks and personalities.

Recommendations

While in Coorg, consider taking a side trip to the Nagarhole National Park, which is home to many wildlife species. Another idea is to take a toy train ride from Ooty to Coonoor, offering stunning views of the Nilgiri hills. Don't forget to try the freshly brewed coffee and buy some spices and honey as souvenirs in Coorg.

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