5-Day Family Road Trip from Bangalore to Wayanad and Kozhikode

Day 1: Bangalore to Wayanad

Bangalore, India to Wayanad, India on June 25, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at MTR, Bangalore

Start your trip with a traditional South Indian breakfast at MTR, famous for its dosas and filter coffee, open from 6:30am to 11:30am.
INR300, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive from Bangalore to Wayanad

Begin your 6 to 7-hour scenic drive covering approximately 280km. Enjoy the changing landscapes as you enter the Western Ghats.
Fuel: INR2500 approx, 7h0m

3:00pm

Check-in and Relax at Wayanad Resort

Check-in at a family-friendly resort in Wayanad to unwind after your drive before heading out for dinner.
INR4000 per night, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at 1980’s A Nostalgic Restaurant

Enjoy Kerala cuisine at this cozy restaurant in Wayanad, open till 10pm, perfect for family dining.
INR1200, 1h30m
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Day 2: Wayanad Exploration

Wayanad, India on June 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Resort

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the resort, including local and continental options to energize the family for the day.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Edakkal Caves

Explore ancient petroglyphs in Edakkal Caves, which is a 30-minute drive from the resort. The caves open from 9am to 6pm.
INR100 per person, 2h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Green Gates, Wayanad

Enjoy traditional Kerala dishes with a focus on fresh local ingredients. Opens from 11am to 3pm.
INR800, 1h0m

2:00pm

Pookode Lake Boating

Spend the afternoon boating at serene Pookode Lake, an ideal spot for kids and adults alike. Open 9am to 5:30pm.
INR120 per boat for 30 mins, 1h0m

4:00pm

Visit Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

Explore wildlife and nature on guided walks or jeep safaris; best to book in advance. Sanctuary open till 5pm.
INR200 per person, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Coffee Grove

Dine in an atmospheric coffee plantation setting with delicious regional and continental meals. Open till 9pm.
INR1000, 1h30m
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Day 3: More Wayanad Nature

Wayanad, India on June 27, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Resort

Start the day with a fresh breakfast served at your resort, including fruits and local specialties.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Soochipara Waterfalls

Take a refreshing walk and swim at Soochipara Falls, a scenic 3-tiered waterfall open from 9am to 6pm.
INR50 per person, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Rahman’s, Kalpetta

Sample delicious Malabar cuisine including seafood specialties. Open 11am-3pm and 7pm-11pm.
INR900, 1h0m

2:00pm

Banasura Sagar Dam

Visit the largest earth dam in India, where you can enjoy boat rides and explore the surrounding hills. Open till 6pm.
INR100 per person for boating, 1h30m

5:00pm

Relax at Resort

Return to resort after a day of adventure to relax and enjoy the amenities.
Included, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Tharavadu Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Kerala meals in a rustic ambiance, popular for family dinners. Open till 10pm.
INR1100, 1h30m
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Day 4: Wayanad to Kozhikode

Wayanad, India to Kozhikode, India on June 28, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Resort

Fuel up with a filling breakfast at your resort before heading to Kozhikode.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Drive to Kozhikode

Start a 2-hour drive to Kozhikode, covering about 80km, enjoying views of the Malabar coast.
Fuel: INR700 approx, 2h0m

11:30am

Visit Kozhikode Beach

Relax or stroll along Kozhikode Beach, famous for its sunset views and local snacks. Open all day.
Free, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Rahmath

Delight in Malabar biryani and other local favorites at the historic Hotel Rahmath, open till 3pm.
INR800, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Kappad Beach

Explore the historically significant Kappad Beach where Vasco da Gama landed, ideal for family outing. Open all day.
Free, 1h30m

5:00pm

Check-in at Kozhikode Hotel

Settle into your hotel and rest before dinner, enjoy family-friendly amenities.
INR3500 per night, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Paragon Restaurant

Sample world-renowned Malabar cuisine including seafood dishes at Paragon, open till 11pm.
INR1500, 1h30m
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Day 5: Kozhikode to Bangalore

Kozhikode, India to Bangalore, India on June 29, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Start early with a quick breakfast at the hotel to prepare for the long drive home.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive from Kozhikode to Bangalore

Drive back approximately 290 km to Bangalore, taking around 7 to 8 hours with breaks.
Fuel: INR2600 approx, 8h0m

4:00pm

Lunch Break en route - Kamat Upachar

Stop at Kamat Upachar to enjoy a vegetarian South Indian meal, open 9am to 9pm.
INR500, 1h0m

8:00pm

Arrival and Dinner in Bangalore

Arrive back in Bangalore and enjoy a light dinner at your convenience after resting from the drive.
Varies, Flexible
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