5-Day Scenic South India Tour: Mysuru - Ooty - Coimbatore - Kodaikanal Circuit

Day 1: Explore Mysuru

Mysuru, India on April 17, 2025

11:00AM

Arrival at Mysuru Railway Station

Arrive at Mysuru railway station and start your 5-day adventure in South India.
INR0, 0.5 hour

11:30AM

Breakfast at Vinayaka Mylari

Enjoy traditional Mysuru dosas at this famous eatery, open from 7AM to 3PM, known for authentic South Indian flavors.
INR150, 1 hour

12:30PM

Visit Mysuru Palace

Explore the magnificent Mysuru Palace, an iconic royal residence that is a must-see for its stunning architecture and rich history.
INR70, 2 hours

2:30PM

Lunch at RRR Restaurant

Savor traditional Andhra-style meals served on banana leaves, with a variety of spicy and flavorful dishes.
INR300, 1 hour

3:30PM

Stroll through Brindavan Gardens

Visit the beautiful Brindavan Gardens and enjoy the musical fountain show (starts at 7PM, so come before evening to tour the area and return for the show).
INR50, 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at The Old House

Enjoy continental and Indian dishes in a cozy ambiance, perfect to relax after a day of sightseeing.
INR400, 1.5 hours

Day 2: Journey to Ooty

Ooty, India on April 18, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a fresh breakfast at the Mysuru hotel before departure.
Included with stay, 1 hour

8:00AM

Drive Mysuru to Ooty

Travel by road (approx 3.5 to 4 hours via NH766) to Ooty, enjoying picturesque views of the Western Ghats.
INR1500 (taxi or cab), 4 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Earl's Secret

Relish a charming colonial dining experience featuring Indian-European cuisine in a charming garden setting in Ooty.
INR600, 1.5 hours

1:30PM

Visit Botanical Gardens

Explore the lush botanical gardens filled with exotic plants, flowers, and the famous fossilized tree trunk, open 8AM - 6PM.
INR30, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Ooty Lake Boating

Enjoy paddle or row boating at Ooty Lake, surrounded by lovely hills and gardens, open till evening.
INR120, 1 hour

4:30PM

Visit Doddabetta Peak

Drive to the highest point in Nilgiris, Doddabetta Peak offers panoramic views; best seen before sunset.
INR20, 1.5 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Shinkow's Chinese Restaurant

Savor authentic Chinese delicacies in one of Ooty's oldest eateries.
INR400, 1.5 hours

Day 3: Explore Coimbatore

Coimbatore, India on April 19, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast in Ooty

Breakfast at the hotel before heading out to Coimbatore.
Included with stay, 1 hour

8:00AM

Travel Ooty to Coimbatore

Drive approximately 3.5 hours from Ooty to Coimbatore via NH181, through beautiful hills and valleys.
INR1200, 3.5 hours

11:30AM

Visit Marudamalai Temple

Explore this scenic hill temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, a tranquil spot with impressive views.
Free, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at Annapoorna Gowrishankar

Taste authentic South Indian vegetarian dishes beloved in Coimbatore, open 11AM to 10PM.
INR250, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit G.D. Naidu Museum

Discover a unique collection dedicated to the inventor G.D. Naidu, with vintage cars and engineering marvels.
INR30, 1 hour

3:00PM

Check-in and relax at hotel

Rest and refresh before the evening activities.
Varies, 2 hours

5:00PM

Visit VOC Park and Zoo

Spend late afternoon exploring this well-kept zoo and park, home to various animals and a peaceful environment, open until 7PM.
INR60, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at The French Window Patisserie

Enjoy delicious French desserts and light dinner options at this elegant café.
INR400, 1 hour

Day 4: Kodaikanal Adventure

Kodaikanal, India on April 20, 2025

6:30AM

Early breakfast at hotel

Start early with a nourishing breakfast in Coimbatore before the journey to Kodaikanal.
Included with stay, 1 hour

7:30AM

Drive Coimbatore to Kodaikanal

Enjoy the scenic 4-hour drive (approx 115 km) through Western Ghats to the cool hill station Kodaikanal.
INR1300, 4 hours

11:30AM

Lunch at Cloud Street

Dine at this popular café offering global cuisine with a cozy ambience.
INR500, 1 hour

12:30PM

Visit Kodaikanal Lake and Boating

Rent a pedal boat or row boat to explore this serene lake surrounded by nature, open till 6PM.
INR100, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Explore Coakers Walk

A leisurely stroll along this picturesque pathway with breathtaking views of the valleys and plains below.
Free, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Bryant Park

Admire a large variety of native and exotic plants and vibrant flowerbeds, open till 6PM.
INR30, 1 hour

4:00PM

Relax at hotel

Rest and freshen up before dinner.
Varies, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Little Italy

Enjoy delicious vegetarian Italian cuisine in a comfortable setting, open from 12PM to 10PM.
INR600, 1.5 hours

Day 5: Return to Mysuru

Mysuru, India on April 21, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast before the return journey.
Included with stay, 1 hour

8:00AM

Drive Kodaikanal to Mysuru

Leave early for Mysuru via Dindigul and Krishnarajanagar (approx 6-hour drive) to reach by 3 PM for your train.
INR1600, 6 hours

2:45PM

Arrive Mysuru Railway Station

Reach Mysuru railway station on time for your next travel or concluding your trip.
INR0, 0.5 hour