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7-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Western Ghats

  1. Day 1: Coorg
    5 hours (250 km) from Bangalore

    Start your day with a refreshing walk through coffee plantations. Visit the Namdroling Monastery in Bylakuppe and explore the Tibetan culture. In the evening, experience the beautiful sunset at Raja's Seat.

  2. Day 2: Wayanad
    3 hours (108 km) from Coorg

    Begin your day by exploring the Edakkal Caves and then proceed to the beautiful Soochipara Waterfalls. Later, visit the Pookode Lake and enjoy a paddle-boat ride. End your day by camping at Kuruva Island and stargazing.

  3. Day 3: Ooty
    4.5 hours (123 km) from Wayanad

    Start your day with a scenic drive to Ooty and visit the beautiful Botanical Garden. Later, explore the Wax World Museum and the Ooty Lake. In the evening, enjoy a tea-tasting session and take a walk on the charming Ooty streets.

  4. Day 4: Coonoor
    1 hour (20 km) from Ooty

    Begin your day with a toy train ride from Ooty to Coonoor. Explore the Sim's Park and Lamb's Rock, and later relax at the beautiful Law's Falls. End your day with a visit to the Highfield Tea Factory.

  5. Day 5: Munnar
    7 hours (250 km) from Coonoor

    Start your day with a scenic drive to Munnar and visit the beautiful Attukad Waterfalls. Later, explore the Lockhart Tea Museum and the Eravikulam National Park. End your day with a visit to the Pothamedu View Point.

  6. Day 6: Thekkady
    3 hours (90 km) from Munnar

    Begin your day with a visit to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy a boat ride through the Periyar Lake. Later, explore the Mangla Devi Temple and take a spice plantation tour. End your day with a sound and light show at the Kalari Centre.

  7. Day 7: Alleppey
    4 hours (140 km) from Thekkady

    Start your day with a transfer to Alleppey and board a houseboat. Enjoy a serene ride through the backwaters and relish the authentic Kerala delicacies. Later, explore the Alleppey Beach. End your day with a visit to the St. Mary's Forane Church.

Recommendations

Don't forget to indulge in the local cuisine and also explore some offbeat destinations like Gokarna, Sakleshpur, and Agumbe. Additionally, you can plan for a trek in the Chembra Peak or indulge in some adventure activities like zip-lining in Wayanad. Finally, don't forget to carry comfortable footwear and clothing.

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