12-Day South India Road Trip from Hyderabad: Temples, Nature & Ooty via Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Kerala & Karnataka

Day 1: Srisailam Temples

Srisailam, Telangana on June 22, 2025

6:00AM

Drive Hyderabad to Srisailam

Start early for 215 km drive on NH765 toll-free, taking about 6.5 hours with scenic rural views.
INR0, 6h30m

12:30PM

Lunch at Hotel Rajamahal

Enjoy Andhra-style meals at affordable price ~INR 250 per person.
INR250, 1h

2:00PM

Visit Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple

Explore the Jyotirlinga, a holy site with free entry and spiritual ambiance.
INR0, 2h

5:00PM

Check-in hotel

Book budget accommodation like Hotel Oberoi or Govt. guesthouse (~INR 800).
INR800, Overnight

7:30PM

Dinner at local eatery

Simple Andhra dinner under INR 200.
INR200, 1h
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Day 2: Arunachalam Temples & Tirupati

Arunachalam, Telangana to Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh on June 23, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

South Indian breakfast (idli, dosa) approx INR 100.
INR100, 0h30m

8:00AM

Drive to Arunachalam hill temples

70 km drive about 2 hours, free access to historic hill temples.
INR0, 2h

10:00AM

Visit Arunachaleswara & Murugan Temples

Free entrance, peaceful environment on the hills.
INR0, 2h

12:30PM

Lunch at local vegetarian eatery

Affordable meal approx INR 150 per person.
INR300, 1h

1:30PM

Drive to Tirupati (approx 160 km, 4 hours)

Toll-free route via local highways aiming to avoid toll roads.
INR0, 4h

5:30PM

Check-in at budget hotel in Tirupati

Stay at economical hotels (~INR 800).
INR800, Overnight

7:30PM

Dinner at local vegetarian restaurant

Traditional Andhra meals for INR 200 approx.
INR200, 1h
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Day 3: Tirupati Temple & Drive to Ooty

Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh to Ooty, Tamil Nadu on June 24, 2025

5:00AM

Early visit to Tirupati Balaji Temple

Free darshan early morning is best to avoid crowds; follow dress code.
INR0, 3h

8:30AM

Breakfast near temple

Light South Indian vegetarian breakfast for approx INR 150.
INR150, 0h30m

9:00AM

Drive to Ooty (approx 370 km, 9 hours)

Toll-free local and state highways; long drive passing Eastern Ghats into Nilgiris.
INR0, 9h

6:00PM

Check-in budget hotel in Ooty

Affordable stay options include homestays or lodges (~INR 900).
INR900, Overnight

7:30PM

Dinner at hotel or local eatery

Simple Tamil Nadu cuisine; budget INR 250 approx.
INR250, 1h
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Day 4: Ooty Nature & Sightseeing

Ooty, Tamil Nadu on June 25, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at hotel

Typical South Indian breakfast for approx INR 150.
INR150, 0h30m

8:30AM

Visit Ooty Botanical Gardens

Entry INR 30; explore rare flowers, plants and peaceful surroundings.
INR30, 2h

11:00AM

Visit Ooty Lake and boating

Boating cost approx INR 150 per person; scenic lake ideal for group fun.
INR600, 2h

1:00PM

Lunch at budget restaurant

Try local Tamil Nadu cuisine, costing around INR 200 per person.
INR400, 1h

2:30PM

Visit Doddabetta Peak viewpoint

Entry INR 20; highest point in Nilgiri hills with panoramic views.
INR20, 2h

5:00PM

Explore town markets or relax at hotel

Free to browse local handicrafts or rest without extra expenses.
INR0, 2h

7:30PM

Dinner locally

Budget-friendly meal for INR 250 per person.
INR250, 1h
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Day 5: Drive to Pondicherry

Ooty, Tamil Nadu to Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu on June 26, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast and checkout

Light breakfast for around INR 100.
INR100, 0h30m

7:30AM

Drive to Pondicherry (approx 270 km, 7 hours)

Toll-free highways and state roads moving eastwards to Pondicherry coast.
INR0, 7h

2:30PM

Check-in budget hotel in Pondicherry

Stay at homestays or budget hotels for INR 800 approx.
INR800, Overnight

3:30PM

Lunch at local restaurant

Affordable South Indian meal around INR 200 per person.
INR400, 1h

5:00PM

Evening walk on Promenade Beach

Free public access to scenic sea views and promenade.
INR0, 2h

7:30PM

Dinner at local guesthouse or café

Budget meal approx INR 250 per person.
INR250, 1h
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Day 6: Pondicherry to Kochi

Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu to Kochi, Kerala on June 27, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast and checkout

Simple breakfast approx INR 100.
INR100, 0h30m

7:30AM

Drive to Kochi (approx 420 km, 9 hours)

Toll-free state routes through Tamil Nadu-Kerala border landscapes.
INR0, 9h

4:30PM

Check-in budget hotel in Kochi

Stay near Fort Kochi around INR 900 per night in homestays or guesthouses.
INR900, Overnight

6:00PM

Dinner at local Kerala restaurant

Try inexpensive Kerala-style meals for INR 250 per person.
INR250, 1h
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Day 7: Kochi & Drive to Munnar

Kochi to Munnar, Kerala on June 28, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at hotel

South Indian classic breakfast for INR 150 approx.
INR150, 0h30m

8:00AM

Explore Fort Kochi and Chinese Fishing Nets

Free to explore historic coastal area, ethnic architecture and seaside views.
INR0, 2h

10:00AM

Drive to Munnar (approx 130 km, 4 hours)

Toll-free mountain roads ascend into scenic Nilgiri hills.
INR0, 4h

2:00PM

Check-in budget accommodation in Munnar

Stay in hostels/homestays approx INR 700.
INR700, Overnight

2:30PM

Lunch at local café

Affordable Kerala cuisine for INR 200 per person.
INR400, 1h

4:00PM

Visit Tea Museum

Entry INR 100; learn tea production & explore plantations.
INR100, 1h30m

7:00PM

Dinner at lodge

Simple meal around INR 200 per person.
INR200, 1h
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Day 8: Munnar Nature & Travel to Alleppey

Munnar to Alleppey, Kerala on June 29, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast and checkout

Light breakfast approx INR 100.
INR100, 0h30m

7:30AM

Morning visit Eravikulam National Park

Entry INR 250; see Nilgiri Tahr and stunning landscapes.
INR250, 2h

10:00AM

Drive to Alleppey (approx 160 km, 4.5 hours)

Toll-free route through Kerala backwaters region.
INR0, 4h30m

2:30PM

Check-in budget lodge in Alleppey

Affordable stays near backwaters approx INR 700.
INR700, Overnight

3:30PM

Lunch at local restaurant

Kerala cuisine for INR 200 per person.
INR400, 1h

4:30PM

Relax or visit local markets

Free, calm afternoon for light exploration or rest.
INR0, 3h

7:30PM

Dinner at seaside eatery

Try fresh seafood or vegetarian meals for around INR 250 per person.
INR250, 1h
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Day 9: Houseboat & Travel to Coorg

Alleppey, Kerala to Coorg, Karnataka on June 30, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at lodge

Approx INR 100 for light breakfast.
INR100, 0h30m

8:00AM

Shared houseboat tour of Alleppey backwaters with lunch

Experience Kerala backwaters for INR 1300 per person, includes lunch.
INR1300, 4h

12:30PM

Drive to Coorg (approx 350 km, 8 hours)

Toll-free highways crossing Kerala-Karnataka borders into Western Ghats.
INR0, 8h

8:30PM

Check-in budget homestay

Cozy accommodation for around INR 700 per night.
INR700, Overnight

9:00PM

Dinner at homestay or nearby eatery

Local Coorg dishes under INR 200.
INR200, 1h
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Day 10: Coorg Temples & Nature

Coorg, Karnataka on July 1, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at homestay

Local style breakfast for INR 100 approx.
INR100, 0h30m

8:00AM

Visit Raja's Seat Garden and Abbey Falls

Entry INR 20; scenic spots perfect for nature lovers and photography.
INR20, 3h

11:30AM

Coffee plantation walk

Free self-guided walk to learn about local agriculture.
INR0, 1h

1:00PM

Lunch at local restaurant

Tasty Coorg cuisine for INR 200 per person.
INR400, 1h

2:30PM

Afternoon rest or explore local markets

Free time to relax or shop souvenirs without additional costs.
INR0, 4h

7:00PM

Dinner at guesthouse

Budget meal under INR 200 per person.
INR200, 1h
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Day 11: Mysore & Temples

Coorg to Mysore, Karnataka on July 2, 2025

6:30AM

Breakfast and check-out

Light breakfast for INR 100.
INR100, 0h30m

7:00AM

Drive to Mysore (approx 120 km, 3 hours)

Toll-free rural roads to Mysore city, historical capital.
INR0, 3h

10:00AM

Visit Mysore Palace

Entry INR 70; explore stunning architecture and regal interiors.
INR70, 2h

12:30PM

Lunch at local restaurant

Affordable Karnataka meals costing INR 200 per person.
INR400, 1h

2:00PM

Visit Chamundi Hill Temple

Free entry; iconic temple with panoramic Mysore views.
INR0, 2h

5:00PM

Check-in budget hotel

Economical lodging for INR 700.
INR700, Overnight

7:00PM

Dinner at local eatery

Local cuisine for INR 200 per person.
INR200, 1h
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Day 12: Belur & Halebidu Temples Return

Mysore to Hyderabad via Belur & Halebidu, Karnataka on July 3, 2025

6:30AM

Breakfast and early checkout

Light hotel breakfast costing INR 100.
INR100, 0h30m

7:00AM

Drive to Belur & Halebidu temples (approx 210 km, 5-6 h)

Toll-free state routes to witness Hoysala architecture.
INR0, 6h

12:30PM

Visit Belur & Halebidu Temples

Entry fee INR 70; beautiful temple sculptures and history.
INR70, 2h

2:30PM

Lunch at nearby restaurant

Local Karnataka food costing INR 200 per person.
INR400, 1h

3:30PM

Drive back to Hyderabad (approx 525 km, 10-11 hours)

Toll-free highways via NH150 and NH167 avoiding toll roads.
INR0, 11h

2:30AM (July 4)

Rest at home or hotel

Arrive in Hyderabad late night, rest after long journey.
INR0, Flexible
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