3-Day Cultural and Nature Exploration in Karnataka, India

Day 1: Urban Culture & Heritage

Bangalore, India on May 9, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at MTR

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast at Mavalli Tiffin Rooms, known for its crispy dosas and fluffy idlis, open from 6:30am to 11am.
INR350, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Explore the historic Lalbagh Botanical Garden, famous for its diverse flora and the iconic glass house, open from 6am to 7pm.
INR20, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Vidyarthi Bhavan

Enjoy a classic South Indian lunch at Vidyarthi Bhavan, famous for its crispy masala dosas, operating from 7am to 11:45pm.
INR400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Bangalore Palace

Discover the architecture and royal heritage at Bangalore Palace, open from 10am to 5:30pm.
INR230, 1h30m

3:30pm

Explore Cubbon Park

Relax and stroll through the lush greenery of Cubbon Park, a public park open from 6am to 7pm.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Karavalli

Savor coastal Karnataka cuisine at Karavalli, known for fresh seafood, open from 7pm to 11pm.
INR1200, 1h30m

Day 2: Historical Majesty

Mysore, India on May 10, 2025

7:00am

Travel to Mysore

Depart Bangalore early morning via road (approx. 3 hours) to reach Mysore, enabling a full day of sightseeing.
INR1500 (Taxi or bus), 3h0m

10:30am

Visit Mysore Palace

Explore the grand Mysore Palace, an architectural marvel and former royal residence, open from 10am to 5:30pm.
INR70, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel RRR

Taste authentic Mysore-style meals and biryanis at Hotel RRR, which is open from 11am to 10pm.
INR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Chamundi Hill & Temple

Visit the Chamundi Temple located atop Chamundi Hill, offering panoramic views of Mysore, open from 6am to 8pm.
Free, 2h0m

5:30pm

Walk around Brindavan Gardens

Enjoy the well-maintained gardens and musical fountain show, open until 9pm; the fountain show usually starts around 7pm.
INR50, 1h30m

8:00pm

Dinner at Vinayaka Mylari

Indulge in Mysore’s famous dosas and simple vegetarian fare at Vinayaka Mylari, open till 10pm.
INR300, 1h0m

Day 3: Nature and Relaxation

Coorg, India on May 11, 2025

7:00am

Travel to Coorg

Depart Mysore early morning to reach Coorg by late morning; scenic drive will take approximately 3 hours.
INR2000 (Taxi), 3h0m

10:30am

Coffee Plantation Tour

Take a guided tour of a Coorg coffee plantation to learn about coffee cultivation and sample fresh brews; tours often start from 9am till afternoon.
INR300, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Raintree Restaurant

Enjoy Coorgi specialties like pandi curry (pork curry) in a charming setting, open from 12pm to 3pm and again from 7pm to 10pm.
INR700, 1h0m

2:00pm

Abbey Falls

Visit the stunning Abbey Falls surrounded by coffee plantations and spice estates, open all day; best to visit early afternoon to avoid crowds.
INR30, 1h0m

3:30pm

Raja's Seat

Relax at Raja’s Seat, a garden with panoramic views of Coorg valleys, ideal for an afternoon stroll, open from 7am to 7pm.
INR15, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Coorg Cuisine Restaurant

Experience authentic Coorg-style home-cooked meals at Coorg Cuisine, open from 7pm to 10pm.
INR600, 1h30m