Extended 15-Day South India Itinerary: In-Depth Exploration from Bangalore to Coimbatore via Mysore and Ooty

Day 1: Arrival and Bangalore Start

Bangalore, India on May 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at MTR

Enjoy the authentic South Indian breakfast at MTR, known for its crispy dosas and rich filter coffee. Opens at 7:30 AM.
INR350, 1h0m

9:30am

Lalbagh Botanical Garden Visit

Explore the wide variety of flora and the glasshouse inspired by London's Crystal Palace. Open 6 AM to 7 PM.
INR20, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Vidyarthi Bhavan

Savor the legendary masala dosa at Vidyarthi Bhavan, a century-old iconic eatery. Open 6 AM to 11 PM.
INR250, 1h0m

1:30pm

Bangalore Palace Tour

Discover grand palace architecture and royal memorabilia in the historic Bangalore Palace. Open 10 AM to 5:30 PM.
INR230, 1h30m

3:30pm

Cubbon Park Walk

Relax with a scenic walk through the lush Cubbon Park, home to trees, statues, and a bandstand. Open 6 AM to 8 PM.
Free, 1h0m

5:00pm

Commercial Street Shopping

Gaze through colorful shops for clothes, jewelry, and handicrafts at downtown’s commercial hub. Open till 9 PM.
Varies, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Ebony

Dine with a skyline view of Bangalore at Ebony, offering sensational Indian and fusion dishes. Open 12 PM to 11:30 PM.
INR1200, 1h30m
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Day 2: Bangalore Temples & Museums

Bangalore, India on May 4, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at CTR (Central Tiffin Room)

Relish their famous benne dosa along with other traditional South Indian staples. Opens at 7 AM.
INR200, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit ISKCON Temple

Experience spirituality and architecture at ISKCON temple dedicated to Lord Krishna. Open 4:30 AM to 8 PM.
Free, 1h30m

11:00am

Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

Step back into history at the ornate summer palace of Tipu Sultan. Open 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
INR15, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Nagarjuna

Enjoy flavorful Andhra-style lunch with spicy curries and biryani. Open 11 AM to 11 PM.
INR600, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

Explore interactive exhibits related to science and technology. Open 10 AM to 5 PM, closed Tuesdays.
INR40, 2h0m

4:30pm

National Gallery of Modern Art

View an amazing collection of modern and contemporary Indian art. Open 10 AM to 5 PM, closed Mondays.
INR20, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Karavalli

Savour authentic coastal Karnataka dishes in an elegant setting at The Gateway Hotel. Open 7 PM to 11 PM.
INR1500, 1h30m
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Day 3: Bangalore Museum and Parks

Bangalore, India on May 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Bagmane Cafe

Start the day with freshly made dosas and coffee in a friendly atmosphere. Opens at 8 AM.
INR250, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Bangalore Fort and Kempegowda Tower

Delve into the origins of Bangalore at the historic fort and see the Kempegowda Tower with city views. Open 9 AM to 6 PM.
INR10, 1h30m

11:30am

Modern Art Gallery & Government Museum

Enjoy Karnataka’s rich heritage through art and archaeology exhibits. Open 10 AM to 5 PM, closed Mondays.
INR40, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at The Only Place

Relish continental dishes and American-style steaks in a cozy setting. Open 11 AM to 10 PM.
INR800, 1h0m

2:30pm

Export Promotion Park of India (EPIP area) shopping

Explore local handicrafts and textiles in this industrial crafts complex open till 6 PM.
Varies, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Truffles

Popular for casual dining, try their burgers and Indian fusion dishes. Open until midnight.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 4: Travel to Mysore, Evening Leisure

Mysore, India on May 6, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a farewell breakfast at your Bangalore accommodation.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to Mysore

Travel about 150 km by taxi or private car, approximately 3-hour scenic drive.
INR2000, 3h0m

11:30am

Check-in to Mysore hotel and relax

Settle into your accommodation and prepare for afternoon outings.
Included in stay, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Mylari

Try soft dosas and authentic Mysore flavors at this classic eatery. Open 8 AM to 10 PM.
INR200, 1h0m

3:00pm

Relax at Karanji Lake

Enjoy a peaceful walk and boating around this urban lake and butterfly park. Open 8 AM to 6 PM.
INR20, 1h30m

5:00pm

Evening stroll at Devaraja Market

Browse vibrant local markets, spices, flowers, and souvenirs. Open till 7 PM.
Varies, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Old House

Dine in a charming heritage house restaurant offering Indian and continental dishes. Open 12 PM to 10 PM.
INR1200, 1h30m
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Day 5: Grand Mysore Palace & Cultural Sights

Mysore, India on May 7, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Begin your day with a fresh breakfast buffet at your hotel.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Mysore Palace Tour

Experience the grandeur of Mysore Palace’s architecture, paintings, and artifacts. Open 10 AM to 5:30 PM.
INR70, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at RRR Restaurant

Savor spicy Andhra cuisine specialties noted for biryani and curries. Open 11 AM to 11 PM.
INR600, 1h0m

2:00pm

Chamundi Hill & Temple visit

Visit Chamundeshwari Temple atop Chamundi Hill with excellent city views. Open 6 AM to 7 PM.
Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Light and Sound Show at Mysore Palace

Witness the evening illumination and a captivating sound show narrating Mysore history. Show starts at 7 PM.
INR125, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Vinayaka Mylari

Enjoy soft dosas and simple yet delightful local food. Open till 11 PM.
INR200, 1h0m
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Day 6: St. Philomena Cathedral & Zoo

Mysore, India on May 8, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start with a fresh and filling morning meal at your hotel.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

St. Philomena's Cathedral

Explore this stunning Gothic-style cathedral adorned with stained glass windows. Open 8 AM to 6 PM.
Free, 1h0m

11:00am

Mysore Zoo (Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens)

Visit one of India’s oldest zoos housing exotic animals and birds. Open 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
INR80, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Green Leaf Restaurant

Dine on delicious vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes in a casual environment. Open 11 AM to 10 PM.
INR500, 1h0m

3:00pm

Jaganmohan Palace & Art Gallery

Discover royal art collections including famous Raja Ravi Varma paintings. Open 10 AM to 5 PM.
INR50, 1h30m

6:00pm

Evening leisure at Kukkarahalli Lake

Relax or walk around this lake, great for birdwatching and sunset views. Open till 7 PM.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel

Enjoy dinner at your hotel or try a local restaurant near your accommodation.
INR800, 1h0m
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Day 7: Travel to Ooty and Relax

Ooty, India on May 9, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Mysore hotel

Have a comforting breakfast before departure for Ooty.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Drive to Ooty

Travel approx. 3 hours covering 125 km through scenic Nilgiri Hills.
INR2500 (taxi), 3h0m

12:00pm

Hotel check-in & lunch

Settle into your Ooty hotel and enjoy a local cuisine lunch.
INR800, 1h30m

2:00pm

Ooty Botanical Gardens

Stroll through the gardens known for exotic plants and sculpted lawns. Open 8 AM to 6 PM.
INR30, 1h30m

4:00pm

Boat ride on Ooty Lake

Enjoy pedal boating amid the tranquil lake surrounded by eucalyptus trees. Open 10 AM to 6 PM.
INR130, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Earl's Secret

Dine elegantly with continental and Indian dishes in a heritage ambiance. Open 12 PM to 10:30 PM.
INR1500, 1h30m
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Day 8: Nilgiri Mountain Railway & Coonoor

Ooty and Coonoor, India on May 10, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a healthy breakfast buffet to start the day early.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Toy Train to Coonoor

Take the Nilgiri Mountain Railway toy train, a UNESCO heritage ride through hills to Coonoor. Operates daily 7 AM to 6 PM.
INR220, 1h30m

10:30am

Visit Sim's Park

Explore Coonoor's botanical garden with rare species and beautiful foliage. Open 8 AM to 5 PM.
INR30, 1h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Earl's Secret Coonoor

Enjoy continental dishes in scenic colonial surroundings. Open 11 AM to 10 PM.
INR1400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint

Take a short drive to this famous viewpoint overlooking Catherine Falls and valleys.
INR20, 1h0m

3:00pm

Return to Ooty by train

Relax on the return journey by toy train through scenic Nilgiri landscapes.
Included in train ticket, 1h30m

6:00pm

Tea tasting at a local tea estate

Experience fresh Nilgiri teas and learn about tea processing at a nearby estate.
INR100, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Savour excellent Chinese food, a tourist favourite in Ooty. Open 12 PM to 10 PM.
INR1000, 1h30m
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Day 9: Doddabetta Peak & Local Sights

Ooty, India on May 11, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a buffet breakfast onsite.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Doddabetta Peak visit

Climb to Ooty’s highest point for panoramic scenic views and photo opportunities. Open 8 AM to 6 PM.
INR10, 1h30m

11:30am

Wax Museum visit

Explore life-like wax figures of famous personalities at Ooty Wax Museum. Open 10 AM to 6 PM.
INR40, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Nahar's Sidewalk Café

Delight in European style dishes and freshly baked breads. Open 10 AM to 8 PM.
INR900, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Rose Garden

Walk through one of Asia’s largest rose gardens containing thousands of varieties. Open 10 AM to 6 PM.
INR30, 1h0m

4:00pm

Local market shopping & chocolate tasting

Explore Ooty’s famous markets filled with handmade chocolates, spices, and souvenirs.
Varies, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Ascot’s Restaurant

Enjoy traditional Karnataka dishes along with continental options in a cozy atmosphere. Open 12 PM to 10 PM.
INR1200, 1h30m
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Day 10: Leisure Day & Surroundings

Ooty, India on May 12, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a relaxed buffet breakfast before a free day of leisure.
Included, 1h0m

10:00am

Day trip to Pykara Waterfalls and Lake

Enjoy serene landscapes, boating, and a picnic at Pykara, about 20 km from Ooty.
INR150 for boating, 4h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Pykara Resort

Taste local Tamil Nadu dishes in a peaceful resort setting near the lake.
INR700, 1h0m

3:30pm

Return to Ooty and relax

Recharge with some rest or spa treatments at your hotel.
Varies, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel

Enjoy dinner onsite, perhaps trying local Nilgiri recipes.
INR1000, 1h30m
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Day 11: Travel to Coimbatore & Local Visits

Coimbatore, India on May 13, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast before departure to Coimbatore.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to Coimbatore

Approximately 3-hour scenic drive of 85 km to Coimbatore city.
INR2000 (taxi), 3h0m

11:30am

Check-in and lunch at hotel

Rest a bit after your drive followed by lunch featuring local cuisine.
INR700, 1h30m

1:30pm

Marudamalai Temple Visit

A beautiful hill temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, known for peaceful surroundings. Open 6 AM to 8 PM.
Free, 1h0m

3:00pm

VOC Park and Zoo

Enjoy the green park and zoo, a popular recreational spot. Open 9 AM to 5 PM.
INR50, 1h30m

5:00pm

Shopping at RS Puram Market

Explore this busy market area for textiles, snacks, and local goodies. Open till 8 PM.
Varies, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Shree Anandhaas

Feast on flavorful vegetarian meals in a local favourite restaurant. Open 7 AM to 10 PM.
INR350, 1h0m
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Day 12: Day Trip to Isha Yoga Center

Coimbatore, India on May 14, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start early with breakfast at the hotel before day trip.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Visit Isha Yoga Center

Approximately 40-minute drive to the spiritual center featuring the famous Adiyogi statue and meditation spaces. Open 7 AM to 7 PM.
Free, 5h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Isha Café

Simple vegetarian meal served at the center’s café.
INR200, 1h0m

2:00pm

Return to Coimbatore

Relax on the return trip and have free evening for local exploration.
Included, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Hotel or Local Restaurant

Choose between hotel dining or a local eatery like Bombay Bhel for delicious street-food inspired dishes. Open till 10 PM.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 13: Perur Pateeswarar Temple & Local Culture

Coimbatore, India on May 15, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a fresh breakfast to start your culturally rich day.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Perur Pateeswarar Temple visit

Explore this ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva with stunning Dravidian architecture. Open 6 AM to 8 PM.
Free, 1h30m

11:30am

Gass Forest Museum

Visit this natural history museum showcasing regional flora and fauna. Open 10 AM to 5 PM.
INR20, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Sowbhagya Lakshmi

Dine on authentic Tamil Nadu meals with vegetarian specialities. Open 11 AM to 9 PM.
INR500, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Brookfields Mall or Relax

Spend the afternoon shopping or relaxing at your hotel.
Varies, 3h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel or Local Favorite

Enjoy your last night meal in Coimbatore with options like Haribhavanam for South Indian fare.
INR700, 1h0m
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Day 14: Relaxation Day in Coimbatore

Coimbatore, India on May 16, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and take your time refreshing.
Included, 1h0m

10:30am

Spa and Wellness Day

Book a wellness treatment or spa session at a well-rated spa in Coimbatore to rejuvenate.
INR2000, 3h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Hotel

Healthy and light lunch at your hotel or nearby café.
INR600, 1h0m

3:00pm

Leisurely walks or café visits

Explore local cafés or take short walks in nearby parks such as VOC park.
Varies, 3h0m

7:30pm

Farewell Dinner at Hotel or The French Door

Treat yourself to a special farewell dinner at The French Door serving multi-cuisine delicacies or at your hotel.
INR1500, 1h30m
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Day 15: Departure Day

Coimbatore, India on May 17, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast for your departure day with options to suit your taste.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Check-out and airport transfer

Travel to Coimbatore International Airport for your onward flight. Arrange taxi in advance for timely arrival.
INR500, 1h0m
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