Ultimate South India Road Trip: Bombay to Hampi, Mysuru, Coorg, Kodaikanal & Ooty

Day 1: Travel to Hampi

Mumbai (Bombay) to Hampi, India on May 20, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at The Bagel Shop, Mumbai

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast featuring fresh bagels and coffee at this popular Mumbai café, open from 7am.
INR400, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive from Mumbai to Hampi

Embark on a scenic 12-hour drive (approx. 660 km) southeast towards Hampi, known for its ancient ruins and UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Fuel and toll approx INR3000, 12h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Mango Tree Restaurant, Hampi

Enjoy authentic South Indian and North Indian cuisines in a relaxed atmosphere near the Hampi ruins. Open till 10pm.
INR600, 1h0m
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Day 2: Explore Hampi ruins

Hampi, Karnataka, India on May 21, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Laughing Buddha Cafe

Start early with a lakeside breakfast offering fresh fruit bowls and herbal tea. Opens at 7am.
INR350, 1h0m

8:30am

Hampi ruins tour

Visit the Virupaksha Temple, Vittala Temple with its iconic stone chariot, and the royal enclosure. Most sites open from 8am to 6pm.
INR500, 5h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Mango Tree Restaurant

Refuel with traditional Karnataka thali meals in the comfortable environment of the Mango Tree Restaurant.
INR600, 1h0m

3:00pm

Sunset at Matanga Hill

Hike up Matanga Hill for a stunning panoramic sunset view of Hampi’s ruins. It’s best to start around 3:30pm, with the site open all day.
Free, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Gopi Guest House restaurant

Enjoy flavorful South Indian meals at this popular roadside eatery close to the ruins, open until 9pm.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 3: Travel to Mysuru

Hampi to Mysuru, Karnataka, India on May 22, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Mango Tree Restaurant

Have a quick, hearty breakfast before your journey, open from 7am.
INR350, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive from Hampi to Mysuru

Travel approximately 4.5 hours (approx. 330 km) southwest towards Mysuru, the royal city famed for palaces and gardens.
Fuel and toll approx INR1500, 4h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at RRR Mysore

Enjoy a famous Mysuru-style biryani and traditional Karnataka dishes in this iconic Mysore eatery, open till 3pm.
INR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Mysore Palace

Explore the grand Mysore Palace, open from 10am to 5:30pm, showcasing Indo-Saracenic architecture and royal history.
INR70, 2h0m

5:00pm

Stroll in Brindavan Gardens

Relax in the famous Brindavan Gardens with its musical fountains, open till 8pm. Arrive before sunset for best experience.
INR50, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Vinayaka Mylari

Taste Mysuru dosas and other local favorites at Vinayaka Mylari, open till 9pm.
INR300, 1h0m
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Day 4: Mysuru to Coorg

Mysuru to Coorg, Karnataka, India on May 23, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a classic South Indian breakfast at your Mysuru hotel.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Drive to Coorg

Head west towards Coorg, known as Kodagu, a lush hill station approximately 3.5 hours from Mysuru (120km).
Fuel approx INR800, 3h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Coorg Cuisine

Enjoy authentic Coorgi dishes like Pandi Curry (pork curry) in this well-known local restaurant in Madikeri town.
INR500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Abbey Falls Visit

Visit the picturesque Abbey Falls surrounded by coffee plantations, open from 9am to 5pm.
INR20, 1h0m

3:00pm

Raja’s Seat Garden

Spend a peaceful afternoon at Raja’s Seat, a viewpoint offering beautiful sunset views over Coorg hills, open till 7pm.
INR10, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at East End Hotel

Try traditional Coorg coffee and local delicacies in this charming eatery open till 9pm.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 5: Coorg to Kodaikanal

Coorg, Karnataka to Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, India on May 24, 2025

6:30am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Have an early wholesome breakfast to prepare for the drive, hotel opens from 6am.
Included, 1h0m

7:30am

Drive to Kodaikanal

Set off on a longer drive (approx. 7-hour drive, 360 km) southeast to the famous hill station Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu.
Fuel and toll approx INR2000, 7h0m

3:00pm

Check-in & light snack

Check into your hotel and enjoy a light snack or tea to refresh after the journey.
INR200, 0h30m

4:00pm

Boating at Kodaikanal Lake

Enjoy boat rides at the star-shaped Kodaikanal Lake, open till 6pm, surrounded by serene hills.
INR150, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Cloud Street Cafe

Savour international and Indian dishes in this cozy place open till 10pm.
INR600, 1h0m
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Day 6: Explore Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, India on May 25, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Tava Vegetarian Restaurant

Enjoy a hearty South Indian vegetarian breakfast, opening from 7am.
INR300, 1h0m

8:30am

Coaker’s Walk

Start your morning with a scenic walk on Coaker’s Walk, a paved path with stunning valley views, open all day.
Free, 1h0m

10:00am

Pillar Rocks

Visit the famous Pillar Rocks formation, a set of three vertical granite pillars, open till 6pm.
INR30, 1h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Astoria Veg Restaurant

Relish vegetarian Tamil Nadu specialties at this popular local restaurant, open till 3pm.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Bryant Park

Explore Bryant Park’s gardens and flower collections, open till 6pm.
INR20, 1h0m

4:00pm

Visit Kodaikanal Solar Observatory

Discover one of the oldest solar observatories in Asia, open till 5pm.
INR50, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Royal Tibet

Enjoy Tibetan cuisine with cozy ambiance, open till 9pm.
INR600, 1h0m
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Day 7: Kodaikanal to Ooty

Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu to Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India on May 26, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start early with a buffet breakfast at your hotel.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to Ooty

Travel approx. 6 hours (250 km) northwest by road to Ooty, the Queen of Hill Stations in Tamil Nadu.
Fuel and toll approx INR1500, 6h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Earl’s Secret, Ooty

Dine at this famed colonial-style restaurant offering a blend of Indian and international cuisines.
INR700, 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit Botanical Gardens

Explore the Government Botanical Gardens with diverse flora, open 8am-6pm.
INR30, 1h30m

5:30pm

Take Ooty Lake boat ride

Enjoy pedal boating at Ooty Lake, open till 6:30pm.
INR150, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Nahar’s Sidewalk Cafe

Enjoy light continental dishes and coffee in this cozy cafe open till 9pm.
INR450, 1h0m
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Day 8: Explore Ooty & Depart

Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India on May 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have a leisurely breakfast at your hotel to start your day.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Ride on Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Experience the UNESCO World Heritage toy train ride from Ooty to Coonoor, taking around 1.5 hours one way. Trains run from 7am to 5pm.
INR300, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at The Culinarium, Ooty

Savour organic, artisan dishes with a focus on fresh ingredients in a quaint setting, open till 3pm.
INR700, 1h0m

3:00pm

Shopping at Ooty Market

Buy homemade chocolates, eucalyptus oils and local handicrafts as souvenirs before departure.
Varies, 1h0m

5:00pm

Departure

Prepare for onward travel back to Mumbai or next destination.
Varies, Varies
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