Bangalore to Coimbatore, Ooty, and Wayanad: A 6-Day Scenic South India Itinerary

Day 1: Travel & Settle

Bangalore to Coimbatore, India on May 28, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Airlines Hotel, Bangalore

Enjoy a traditional South Indian breakfast with dosas and filter coffee at this popular local eatery before starting your journey.
INR200, 1h

9:00am

Travel to Coimbatore

Begin the road trip to Coimbatore, approximately a 6-hour drive covering around 350 km via NH44. Enjoy scenic landscapes along the way.
INR2500 (cab or rental car approx.), 6h0m

3:30pm

Check-in & Relax

Check into your hotel in Coimbatore for some rest after your journey.
Varies, 1h30m

5:00pm

Visit VOC Park and Zoo

Explore the well-maintained park and small zoo, a nice place for a leisurely stroll in the evening. Open till 6pm.
INR50, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Shree Anandhaas

Relish authentic Coimbatore-style South Indian vegetarian thali for dinner in a classic local restaurant.
INR300, 1h
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Day 2: Coimbatore to Ooty

Coimbatore to Ooty, India on May 29, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel to prepare for the journey to Ooty.
Included in stay, 45m

8:30am

Travel to Ooty

Drive around 3.5 hours via NH181, enjoying scenic hill roads as you ascend toward Ooty.
INR1500, 3h30m

12:00pm

Check-in & Lunch at Earl's Secret

Check into your hotel and enjoy lunch at Earl's Secret, famed for its colonial-style setting and delicious continental dishes.
INR800, 1h

2:00pm

Botanical Gardens

Visit the Government Botanical Gardens, a 22-acre garden with rare plants and vibrant flowerbeds. Open 8am - 6pm.
INR30, 1h30m

4:00pm

Ooty Lake

Enjoy boating or a relaxing walk around Ooty Lake, a popular tranquil spot open until 6pm.
INR150, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Try authentic Chinese and Indo-Chinese dishes in this well-known local favourite in Ooty.
INR600, 1h
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Day 3: Ooty Sightseeing

Ooty, India on May 30, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a filling breakfast to fuel your active day of sightseeing in Ooty.
Included, 45m

9:00am

Doddabetta Peak

Visit the highest point in the Nilgiris, offering spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding hills. Open 9am to 6pm.
INR20, 1h30m

11:00am

Tea Factory and Museum

Discover the process of tea production and sample some of the world-famous Nilgiri teas. Open 9am–5pm.
INR50, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Earl's Secret

Enjoy a relaxed lunch in beautiful surroundings with a selection of both Indian and continental dishes.
INR800, 1h

2:00pm

Rose Garden

Stroll through the Government Rose Garden which houses over 20,000 varieties of roses. Open 9am to 6pm.
INR15, 45m

3:00pm

St. Stephen's Church

Visit the charming 19th-century church, one of the oldest in the area, staying open year-round for sightseeing.
Free, 30m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Culinarium

Dine at this stylish restaurant offering a fusion of local and international cuisine in a cosy atmosphere.
INR1000, 1h
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Day 4: Ooty to Wayanad

Ooty to Wayanad, India on May 31, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have an early breakfast to prepare for your journey from Ooty to Wayanad by road.
Included, 45m

8:00am

Travel to Wayanad

Drive approximately 3.5 hours from Ooty to Wayanad via scenic mountain roads and forested areas.
INR1500, 3h30m

12:00pm

Check-in & Lunch

Check into your Wayanad accommodation and enjoy lunch, ideally at your resort featuring local Kerala cuisine.
INR600, 1h

2:00pm

Phantom Rock

Visit this uniquely shaped natural rock formation resembling a skull, perfect for photography and short hiking. Open daylight hours.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Pookode Lake

Enjoy pedal boating or walk around this beautiful freshwater lake surrounded by forests. Open until 6pm.
INR120, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at 1980's A Nostalgic Restaurant

Experience delectable Kerala-style dishes in a retro-themed setting at this popular Wayanad eatery.
INR700, 1h
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Day 5: Wayanad Exploration

Wayanad, India on June 1, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Resort

Start your day with a hearty Kerala-style breakfast offered by your accommodation.
Included, 45m

9:00am

Edakkal Caves

Explore the ancient petroglyphs in these prehistoric caves located at the top of the Wayanad hills. Open 9am to 5pm.
INR40, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Green Gates Hotel

Enjoy traditional Kerala meals and local delicacies in the heart of Wayanad town.
INR500, 1h

2:00pm

Meenmutty Falls

Visit one of Wayanad’s largest waterfalls, accessible by trekking. Open during daylight hours; best in the afternoon.
INR50, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel

Relax with dinner at your hotel offering local cuisine.
Included or INR600, 1h
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Day 6: Return to Bangalore

Wayanad to Bangalore, India on June 2, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Resort

Enjoy the last breakfast in Wayanad to prepare for your journey back to Bangalore.
Included, 45m

8:00am

Travel to Bangalore

Embark on a 6-hour drive back to Bangalore, approximately 280 km via NH275 and Mysore Road.
INR2500, 6h

2:00pm

Arrival in Bangalore

Arrive back home or hotel in Bangalore, concluding your South India scenic road trip.
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