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10-Person Family Tour of South India: Ooty, Mysore, Kerala, and Rameshwaram

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Day 1: Exploring Mysore

Mysore, India on June 10, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Vinayaka Mylari

Enjoy traditional Mysore dosas and filter coffee at this iconic breakfast spot, open from 7am to 11:30am.
INR150, 1h

9:30am

Visit Mysore Palace

Explore the grand Mysore Palace known for its stunning architecture and royal history. Opens 10am to 5:30pm.
INR70, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Mylari Restaurant

Taste authentic South Indian meals including biryani and thalis, with vegetarian options. Open till 3pm.
INR250, 1h30m

2:00pm

Visit Chamundi Hill and Temple

Climb or drive up to Chamundi Hill to see the temple and panoramic views of Mysore. The temple is open till 6pm.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Relax at Brindavan Gardens

Stroll through the famous Brindavan Gardens and enjoy the musical fountain show starting at 6:00pm.
INR75, 2h

8:00pm

Dinner at The Old House

Dine at this popular spot serving continental and South Indian dishes with a cozy ambience open till 10:30pm.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 2: Kerala Backwaters

Alleppey, Kerala, India on June 11, 2025

7:00am

Travel from Mysore to Alleppey

Start early for a 7-hour drive to Alleppey to experience Kerala's famous backwaters.
INR1500 per vehicle, 7h

2:00pm

Lunch at Thaff Restaurant

Enjoy fresh seafood and Kerala cuisine in this well-reviewed restaurant open till 9pm.
INR400, 1h

3:30pm

Houseboat cruise

Board a traditional Kerala houseboat to cruise the serene backwaters and observe local life. Available from 2pm to sunset.
INR3000 per person, 3h

7:00pm

Dinner on houseboat

Enjoy freshly cooked Kerala meals on the houseboat as you relax in peaceful surroundings.
Included with cruise, 1h
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Day 3: Exploring Kerala & Travel to Ooty

Munnar to Ooty, India on June 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at homestay in Munnar

Start your day with fresh local Kerala breakfast including appam and stew, served at your homestay.
Included, 1h

9:00am

Visit Tea Gardens in Munnar

Explore the lush tea plantations and visit the Tea Museum open from 9am to 5pm.
INR100, 2h

11:30am

Drive from Munnar to Ooty

Enjoy the scenic drive crossing Kerala-Tamil Nadu border heading to the hill station Ooty, approx. 5 hours.
INR2000 per vehicle, 5h

4:30pm

Check-in and relax

Check into a family-friendly hotel in Ooty and unwind after the journey.
Varies, 1h

6:00pm

Evening stroll at Ooty Lake

Take a relaxed boat ride or walk along the picturesque Ooty Lake, open till sunset.
INR100 per boat ride, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Earl’s Secret

Dine at this popular colonial-style restaurant offering delicious Indian and continental cuisine, open till 10pm.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 4: Ooty Sightseeing

Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India on June 13, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with South Indian and continental options to fuel your day.
Included, 1h

9:00am

Visit Botanical Gardens

Spend the morning exploring the lush Ooty Botanical Gardens and its exotic plant species, open 8am to 5:30pm.
INR30, 2h

11:30am

Ride Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Take a charming heritage train ride from Ooty to Coonoor for scenic views through hilly tea gardens.
INR150, 1h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at Shinkows

Enjoy authentic Chinese and Indian cuisine at this well-known Ooty eatery, open till 3:30pm.
INR350, 1h

3:00pm

Explore Coonoor - Dolphin’s Nose and Lamb’s Rock

Visit popular viewpoints offering spectacular views of the Nilgiris and do some light trekking, open till sunset.
Free, 3h

6:30pm

Return to Ooty and dinner at Hotel Savoy

Relish traditional Tamil Nadu dishes in a cozy setting; open till 9:30pm.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 5: Travel to Rameshwaram

Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu, India on June 14, 2025

6:00am

Drive from Ooty to Rameshwaram

Early morning start for a long approx. 8-hour drive to Rameshwaram to reach by afternoon.
INR2500 per vehicle, 8h

2:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Ramesh

Enjoy a quick lunch serving local Tamil cuisine, open till 4pm.
INR350, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple

Explore this famous Hindu pilgrimage site known for its impressive architecture and sacred water tanks, open till 8pm.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Walk on Pamban Bridge

Enjoy a scenic and peaceful walk on the historic Pamban Bridge connecting mainland India and Rameshwaram Island.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel MGM Rameshwaram

Dine on fresh seafood and Indian dishes in comfortable surroundings, open till 9:30pm.
INR700, 1h30m
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