Comprehensive 4-Day South India Road Trip: Chennai to Bangalore, Mysore, and Coorg

Day 1: Travel and Explore Bangalore

Bangalore, India on June 9, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms)

Enjoy a traditional South Indian breakfast with delicious dosas and idlis at this iconic Bangalore restaurant, open from 6:30am to 10:30am.
INR300, 1h

9:00am

Drive from Chennai to Bangalore

Start early to cover the approximately 350 km journey by road, taking about 6-7 hours. Enjoy the scenic highway views and stop for breaks if needed.
INR500 (fuel toll estimated), 7h

4:00pm

Visit Lalbagh Botanical Gardens

Explore this famous 240-acre botanical garden known for its glasshouse and diverse plant species from around the world, open until 7:00pm.
INR20, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Karavalli

Savor coastal delicacies and authentic South Indian cuisine at Karavalli, open until 10:30pm.
INR1200, 1h30m
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Day 2: Bangalore to Mysore

Mysore, India on June 10, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Airlines Hotel

Have a hearty South Indian breakfast here known for its crispy dosas and filter coffee, open from 7:00am to 11:00am.
INR250, 1h

8:30am

Drive from Bangalore to Mysore

Travel 145 km south-west to Mysore via NH275, about 3 hours of scenic countryside drive.
INR300 (fuel toll estimated), 3h

11:30am

Visit Mysore Palace

Tour the grand Mysore Palace, a magnificent royal residence showcasing Indo-Saracenic architecture, open from 10:00am to 5:30pm.
INR70, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at RRR Restaurant

Enjoy famous Andhra-style spicy meals at RRR, open for lunch till 3:30pm.
INR500, 1h

3:00pm

Stroll Brindavan Gardens

Visit the beautiful Brindavan Gardens with musical fountains, open from 6:00am to 7:00pm. It is best to arrive late afternoon to stay for the evening fountain show.
INR45, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel Mylari

Relish Mysore-style dosa and other South Indian dishes at this iconic eatery, open till 10:00pm.
INR350, 1h
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Day 3: Mysore to Coorg

Coorg, India on June 11, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at the hotel

Start your day with a comfortable breakfast at your Mysore accommodation.
Included in stay, 1h

8:00am

Drive from Mysore to Coorg

Travel approximately 120 km west to reach Coorg, a scenic journey taking about 3 hours through Western Ghats greenery.
INR350 (fuel toll estimated), 3h

11:30am

Visit Dubare Elephant Camp

Experience close encounters with elephants and even participate in bathing them, open from 8:30am to 5:30pm.
INR150, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Coorg Cuisine

Taste traditional Kodava dishes such as pork and pandi curry in a rustic setting, open till 3:30pm.
INR600, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Abbey Falls

Walk around the lush trails leading to the scenic Abbey Falls, open all day and best visited during daylight.
INR20, 1h

4:00pm

Coffee Plantation Tour

Join an afternoon guided tour of a working coffee plantation, learning about cultivation and sampling fresh brews. Most plantations arrange tours by appointment.
INR350, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at The Falls at The Tamara

Enjoy a fine dining experience featuring local ingredients and Coorg specialties, open till 10:00pm.
INR1500, 1h30m
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Day 4: Return to Chennai

Coorg to Chennai, India on June 12, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at the hotel

Enjoy a relaxing breakfast before your return journey.
Included in stay, 1h

8:00am

Drive from Coorg to Chennai

Begin the long drive back to Chennai, approximately 550 km, estimating 10-11 hours depending on stops.
INR800 (fuel toll estimated), 11h

7:00pm

Light Dinner Recommendation - En Route

Stop for a quick fulfilling meal at a highway restaurant such as Kamat Lokaruchi to recharge, open until 9:00pm.
INR300, 45m
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