5-Day South India Round Trip from Bengaluru: Exploring Ooty, Coonoor, Coimbatore, Madurai, and Rameshwaram

Day 1: Travel to Ooty

Bengaluru to Ooty, India on May 6, 2025

11:00AM

Depart Bengaluru for Ooty

Start your scenic drive from Bengaluru to Ooty, approximately 6-7 hours by road, enjoying the changing landscapes and hills.
INR0, 7h0m

6:30PM

Check-in and Dinner at Earl's Secret

Enjoy a cozy dinner at Earl's Secret in Ooty, offering colonial ambiance and local delicacies; open till 10 PM.
INR500-800, 1h30m
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Day 2: Ooty and Coonoor

Ooty and Coonoor, India on May 7, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Sidewalk Café

Have a refreshing breakfast at Sidewalk Café, known for good coffee and fresh pastries, open from 7 AM.
INR300, 1h0m

9:00AM

Visit Botanical Gardens

Explore the beautifully maintained Ooty Botanical Gardens featuring rare plants and a peaceful environment; open from 8 AM to 6 PM.
INR30, 1h30m

11:00AM

Travel to Coonoor via Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Take the famous Nilgiri Mountain Railway from Ooty to Coonoor, an enchanting journey through hills and tea gardens.
INR150, 1h0m

12:15PM

Lunch at The Culinarium, Coonoor

Enjoy a fresh farm-to-table lunch at The Culinarium, known for organic ingredients and scenic views; open 12 PM to 3 PM.
INR700, 1h0m

1:30PM

Visit Sim's Park

Stroll through Sim's Park, a charming botanical garden in Coonoor featuring exotic trees and seasonal flowers; open 9 AM to 6 PM.
INR20, 1h0m

3:00PM

Drive to Coimbatore

Drive approximately 2 hours to Coimbatore, a major city with industrial and cultural significance.
INR0, 2h0m

6:30PM

Dinner at Annapoorna Gowrishankar

Taste authentic South Indian vegetarian dishes at this popular Coimbatore restaurant; open till 10 PM.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 3: Coimbatore to Madurai

Coimbatore and Madurai, India on May 8, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Hotel Lobby

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel in Coimbatore before starting your day.
INR300, 1h0m

9:00AM

Visit Marudamalai Temple

Explore this revered hill temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, offering serene views and spiritual ambiance; open 6 AM to 8 PM.
INR0, 1h30m

11:00AM

Drive to Madurai

Travel approximately 3 hours by road from Coimbatore to Madurai, a temple city famous for its heritage and culture.
INR0, 3h0m

2:15PM

Lunch at Murugan Idli Shop

Savor authentic Tamil Nadu breakfast and lunch items like idli and dosa at this famed eatery; open till 4 PM.
INR250, 1h0m

3:30PM

Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple

Tour the magnificent Meenakshi Amman Temple with its stunning architecture, intricate carvings, and vibrant life; open 6 AM to 12 PM, 4 PM to 9 PM.
INR50, 2h0m

6:00PM

Evening stroll at Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam

Relax by the large temple tank, especially beautiful at sunset with lotus blooms and peaceful surroundings.
INR0, 1h0m

7:30PM

Dinner at Amsavalli Hotel

Enjoy a traditional Tamil meal featuring Chettinad cuisine at this highly recommended spot; open till 10 PM.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 4: Madurai to Rameshwaram

Madurai and Rameshwaram, India on May 9, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel in Madurai

Start early with breakfast at your hotel, preparing for a day trip to Rameshwaram.
INR300, 1h0m

8:00AM

Drive to Rameshwaram

Embark on a 3.5 to 4-hour drive to the sacred island town of Rameshwaram, known for its legendary temples and coastal beauty.
INR0, 4h0m

12:00PM

Lunch at Hotel New Light

Relish fresh seafood and local Tamil dishes at this trusted restaurant near the temple area; open till 3 PM.
INR600, 1h0m

1:30PM

Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple

Explore this famous temple known for its magnificent corridors and sacred water tanks; open 5 AM to 12 PM and 5 PM to 9 PM.
INR50, 2h0m

4:00PM

Explore Dhanushkodi Beach

Visit the scenic and peaceful Dhanushkodi Beach, the site of the historic town ruins and natural beauty.
INR0, 1h30m

6:00PM

Return to Madurai or stay overnight in Rameshwaram

Optionally stay overnight in Rameshwaram at a local guesthouse or start your drive back to Madurai (4 hours).
INR0, 4h0m driving if returning

7:30PM

Dinner at Hotel in Rameshwaram or Madurai

Enjoy a relaxing dinner with local flavors depending on where you choose to stay.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 5: Return to Bengaluru

Rameshwaram or Madurai to Bengaluru, India on May 10, 2025

7:00AM

Early Breakfast

Have an early breakfast before departing for Bengaluru.
INR300, 1h0m

8:00AM

Drive back to Bengaluru

Begin your return journey to Bengaluru from Madurai or Rameshwaram, a long drive approximately 8-10 hours depending on starting point.
INR0, 10h0m

6:00PM

Arrive Bengaluru

Conclude your trip in Bengaluru, reflecting on a culturally rich and scenic South Indian adventure.
INR0, 0h0m
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