3-Day Road Trip Itinerary from Hyderabad to Coorg Avoiding Bangalore

Day 1: Drive & Explore Srirangapatna

Hyderabad to Srirangapatna, India on February 24, 2025

6:00AM

Start Drive from Hyderabad

Begin your road trip early from Hyderabad towards Srirangapatna via KR Pet, taking a scenic and Bangalore-bypass route through NH44 and SH33. This drive will avoid Bangalore and take approximately 9 hours.
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12:00PM

Lunch Stop at KR Pet

Take a lunch break at KR Pet town and enjoy local Kannada cuisine in a roadside restaurant, a good way to recharge en route.
CURRENCY600, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Srirangapatna Fort & Ranganathaswamy Temple

Explore the historic Srirangapatna Fort and the famous Ranganathaswamy Temple, rich with cultural heritage and scenic riverside views. The fort is open from 9:00AM to 5:30PM.
CURRENCY150, 2 hours

5:30PM

Check-in & Dinner

Check in at a local guesthouse or hotel in Srirangapatna. Have dinner at a nearby restaurant specializing in South Indian cuisine.
CURRENCY2500, 2 hours
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Day 2: Travel to Coorg via Kushalnagar

Srirangapatna to Coorg, India on February 25, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast and Checkout

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel before starting your drive to Coorg via Kushalnagar. This drive takes about 3.5 hours and avoids Bangalore.
CURRENCY500, 1 hour

8:30AM

Drive to Kushalnagar

Drive through beautiful countryside towards Kushalnagar, stopping to admire scenic views of coffee plantations and hills.
CURRENCY0, 3.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch in Kushalnagar at Coorg Cuisine

Taste authentic Coorgi flavors at a local eatery specializing in Kodava specialties such as pork curry and bamboo shoot dishes.
CURRENCY800, 1 hour

1:00PM

Explore Dubare Elephant Camp

Spend early afternoon interacting with elephants, learning about their care, and if interested, take a short elephant ride. Camp opens at 9:00AM to 5:00PM.
CURRENCY1200, 2 hours

3:00PM

Check-in to Hotel in Coorg

Arrive and check-in to your accommodation in Coorg, relax and freshen up.
CURRENCY3000, 1 hour

4:00PM

Visit Raja's Seat

Enjoy the tranquil gardens of Raja's Seat with spectacular sunset views over the Coorg hills. Open till 6:00PM.
CURRENCY50, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Coorg Dining Room

Dine on authentic Coorgi and South Indian dishes in a cozy environment to end the day.
CURRENCY900, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Coorg Sightseeing & Return

Coorg to Hyderabad via Bannur and then NH44 on February 26, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at the Hotel

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast featuring local and Indian favorites.
CURRENCY500, 1 hour

8:30AM

Visit Talakaveri

Drive to Talakaveri, the source of River Cauvery, offering peaceful nature views and a sacred atmosphere. Open from 6:00AM to 6:00PM.
CURRENCY0, 2 hours

10:30AM

Visit Bhagamandala

Short drive to Bhagamandala to see the confluence of rivers and ancient temples. Open 7:00AM to 7:00PM.
CURRENCY50, 1.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Kushalnagar

Stop for lunch at a local restaurant in Kushalnagar, enjoying flavorful Coorgi specialties before your return trip.
CURRENCY700, 1 hour

1:00PM

Start Drive Back to Hyderabad

Begin your return drive via Bannur and NH44, bypassing Bangalore. This scenic drive will take roughly 9-10 hours.
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9:30PM

Arrive in Hyderabad

Arrive back in Hyderabad with wonderful memories of your Bangalore-avoiding Coorg road trip.
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