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Scenic Journey from Chennai to Wayanad and Coorg by Train: A 4-Day Nature and Culture Escape

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Day 1: Travel to Wayanad

Chennai to Wayanad, India on June 11, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Saravana Bhavan, Chennai

Enjoy a hearty South Indian breakfast with filter coffee, idli, and dosa to fuel your journey.
INR250, 1h

8:00am

Train Departure from Chennai Central to Kozhikode

Board a morning train from Chennai Central to Kozhikode, the nearest railway station to Wayanad; the train journey offers scenic views and comfortable travel.
INR800 - 1200 (Second AC), 12h

8:00pm

Taxi Transfer from Kozhikode Railway Station to Wayanad

After arriving at Kozhikode, take a taxi for a 2-3 hour drive to Wayanad, enjoying the lush, green landscapes of Kerala en route.
INR1200, 3h

11:00pm

Check-in at Wayanad Hotel

Rest at your accommodation to prepare for a full day of exploring Wayanad’s natural beauty.
Varies, Overnight
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Day 2: Wayanad Exploration

Wayanad, Kerala, India on June 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start with a traditional Kerala breakfast at your hotel including appam and vegetable stew.
Included in stay, 1h

8:30am

Visit Edakkal Caves

Explore the Edakkal Caves with their ancient petroglyphs dating back over 6,000 years, a fascinating window into prehistoric life.
INR100, 2h

11:00am

Pookode Lake Visit

Enjoy boating and scenic views at Pookode Lake, set amid forested hills.
INR150, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at The Coffee Grove

Relish fresh local Kerala cuisine in a cosy café surrounded by coffee plantations.
INR400, 1h

2:30pm

Banasura Sagar Dam

Visit the largest earth dam in India, offering boating and breathtaking views of the Western Ghats.
INR50, 2h

5:00pm

Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

Optional late afternoon jeep safari to spot elephants, deer, and endemic birds within the sanctuary.
INR500, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at 1980's A Nostalgic Restaurant

Dine in a thematic nostalgia-inspired restaurant serving Kerala and Indian delights.
INR500, 1h30m
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Day 3: Travel to Coorg

Wayanad to Coorg, Karnataka, India on June 13, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast and Checkout

Enjoy a quick breakfast and prepare for your journey to Coorg by road and train.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Road Transfer from Wayanad to Mysore

Take a taxi or bus to Mysore railway station, approximately 4 hours through scenic Western Ghats landscapes.
INR1500, 4h

12:00pm

Lunch near Mysore station

Grab a quick local meal such as Mysore masala dosa at a station eatery.
INR200, 1h

1:30pm

Train from Mysore to Coorg (Nearest station: Madikeri by road from Mysore)

Board a local train from Mysore or take a taxi if no direct train is available; note Madikeri does not have a train station so transfer by road required (1 hour).
INR300, 45m train + 1h taxi

3:30pm

Check-in at Coorg Hotel

Relax and enjoy the hill station atmosphere.
Varies, Rest of day

5:00pm

Visit Raja’s Seat

Enjoy sunset views over Coorg’s lush valleys from Raja’s Seat garden.
INR30, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Coorg Cuisine Restaurant

Sample authentic Coorgi dishes like pandi curry (pork curry) in a local restaurant.
INR500, 1h30m
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Day 4: Explore Coorg & Return

Coorg to Chennai, India on June 14, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast with fresh coffee from Coorg plantations.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Dubare Elephant Camp

Interact with and feed elephants, and if interested, enjoy a coracle ride on the Cauvery River.
INR250, 2h

11:00am

Coffee Plantation Tour

Take a guided tour through aromatic coffee plantations and learn about coffee production from seed to cup.
INR200, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Raintree

Enjoy multi-cuisine dishes with a focus on local flavours in a serene garden setting.
INR600, 1h

2:30pm

Travel back to Mysore

Taxi back to Mysore railway station for your return train to Chennai.
INR1500, 3h

6:00pm

Train from Mysore to Chennai

Board the evening train back to Chennai; relax and reflect on your trip.
INR800 - 1200, 10-12h
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