Overview
The calm hills with lush green surroundings of the Ooty and Kodaikanal trip will surely chase your monotonous routine away. A totally rejuvenating, hassle-free trip awaits you, and Mysore, with its spectacular assets, will amaze you. The ‘Princess of the Hills,’ Kodaikanal, offers awe-inspiring vistas from the Coakers Walk and the Pillar Rocks. This tour offers an excellent opportunity to explore the region’s diverse and captivating beauty, which makes it a perfect travel destination.
Note – This Bangalore to Mysore Kodaikanal and Ooty tour itinerary is just an example of what you can expect from your trip. If you need any customization, our travel experts can design a Mysore to Kodaikanal package to suit your needs.
Highlights
- Visit the beautiful Brindaven garden and the Mysore Palace, Mysore.
- Witness the Pykara Lake.
- In Ooty, cover the attraction points of Doddabetta Peak, Botanical Garden, Rose Garden and more.
- Experience the Toy Train ride.
- Visit the Pillar Rock and the Coakers Walk, kodaikanal.
Itinerary
You first arrive at the Bangalore airport, where you will be received by the representative. Then, you head towards Mysore, it takes about 3 hours drive to reach. Once you are there, you check- in at the hotel. Later, you visit the beautiful Brindavan Garden and return back to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
You check - out of the hotel in the morning, after your breakfast. You go out for a sightseeing tour in Mysore; visit the Chamundi Hills and the Bull Temple. Lastly, you visit the Mysore Palace and proceed to Ooty. On the way you stop to see the Pykara Lake, which offers a great view. Once you reach Ooty, you check- in at the hotel, enjoy your dinner, and later retire for the night.
Your day is planned out for Ooty sightseeing, so to do that you leave right away after breakfast. You visit Doddabetta Peak, Botanical Garden and later visit Charing Cross, You can indulge in shopping and a nice lunch in the town. Next, you visit the Tea Museum and the Ooty lake where you can enjoy the boat ride. Later, in the evening, you return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
You check out of the hotel in the morning after breakfast and head towards Coonoor. There is also a toy train ride that takes you to Coonoor, you can opt for that. After the exciting train journey, you visit the Sim’s park, dolphin’s nose and lamb’s rock. You further drive to Kodaikanal, and on reaching there you check in at the hotel where dinner will be served and you can retire for the night.
After breakfast, you go out for kodaikanal sightseeing, the place is covered in greenery and the view it offers is spectacular. Visit the Pillar Rock and the Coakers Walk. Later you can enjoy boating at the Kodai lake and then, return to the hotel. Have dinner and stay overnight.
The trip comes to an end with your return to the airport for your journey later.
FAQs
The best places to visit in Karnataka feature some of the most fascinating attractions, which range from rugged mountains to spectacular beaches and from dense forests to ancient cities. Here is the list of popular tourist places in Karnataka:
- Coorg
- Chikmagalur
- Mysore
- Bangalore
- Gokarna
- Nandi Hills
- Hampi
- Kabini
- Bandipur
- Nagarhole
Winter season is the best time to visit Karnataka. From October to February, the weather remains perfect as it is neither too hot nor too cold. However, Karnataka is a year-round destination and is being flocked by tourists throughout the year. Chikmagalur, Gokarna, and Coorg are among the best places to visit in the summers, Murudeshwar, Hampi, Hasan, Badami, and Hospet are among the popular places to visit in winters.
The average temperature of Karnataka in summers ranges from 28°c to 45°c. In monsoon, it hovers around 23°c to 28°c and in winters, the temperature fluctuates between 21°c and 32°c.
There are several things to do in Karnataka, which makes the tour memorable. It is home to serene beaches, pristine hill towns, national parks, and ancient temples. Some of the top things to do in Karnataka are:
- Powered Paragliding in Nandi Hills
- Parasailing in Bangalore
- Hike in Coorg, Anthargange
- Microlight flying in Bangalore
- White River Rafting at Dandeli
- Scuba Diving in Gokarna
- Helicopter Ride in Mysore
- Jeep Safari in Bandipur National Park
- Tea and Coffee Plantation Tour in Chikmagalur
- Skydiving in Mysore
Karnataka is a popular place to visit for families and there are a plethora of attractions to explore. You can also enjoy watersports, wildlife safari, explore the heritage sites, and monuments during the trip. Here are some of the best places to visit in Karnataka with family:
- Shimoga
- Bijapur
- Nandi Hills
- Madikeri
- Murudeshwar
- Shivgange
- Bangalore
- Udupi
- Bandipur National Park
- Kabini
For adventure junkies, Karnataka is a perfect place to satiate their adrenaline rush. There are a plethora of adventure activities to enjoy in Karnataka with family and friends. Some of the most fantastic adventure activities in Karnataka are:
- Adventure Jungle Stay or Camping in Dandeli
- Parasailing in Murudeshwar
- Wildlife Safari in Nagarhole National Park
- Rock climbing in Ramnagar
- Kayaking in Bheemeshwari
- Trekking in Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary
- Bungee Jumping and Zorbing in Bangalore
- Coracle Ride in Shivanasamudra Falls
- White River Rafting in Dubare River
- Off-road Jeep Safari in Mullayanagiri Coffee Estate
Home to some of the amazing monuments and architectural marvels, Karnataka has an impressive historical legacy. Some of the best heritage sites in Karnataka:
- Vijaya Vittala Temple, Sri Virupaksha Temple, Hanuman Temple, Hemakuta Hill Temple Complex in Hampi
- Mysore Palace, Lalitha Mahal, Jagmohan Palace in Mysore
- Gol Gumbaz in Bijapur
- Shivappa Nayaka Palace Museum in Shimoga
- Bangalore Palace, Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, National Gallery Of Modern Art, Vidhana Soudha in Bangalore
- Badami Cave Temples, Alluring Bhutanatha Group Of Temples, Traditional Mallikarjuna Group Of Temples, Mesmerizing Badami Fort in Badami
- Chennakesava Temple, Doddagaddavalli, Narasimha Pillar, Shantaleshwara Temple in Halebidu
- Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangapatna
- Lad Khan Temple, Ravanaphadi Cave Temple, Archeological Museum, Meganagudi Group, Galaganatha Group in Aihole
- Limestone Caves in Dandeli
The wildlife and bird sanctuaries in Karnataka are home to some of the exotic species of animals and birds. Some of the wildlife species are Sloth Bears, Tigers, Jackals, Gaurs, Indian Shag, Spoonbill, Common Grey Hornbill, Common Swallow, Pond Heron, Intermediate Egret, and Little Cormorant. Here is the list of popular sanctuaries in Karnataka are:
- Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary
- Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary
- Mandagadde Bird Sanctuary
- Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary
- Magadi Bird Sanctuary
- Sharavathi Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
- Bonal Bird Sanctuary
- Kali Tiger Reserve
- Attiveri Bird Sanctuary
- Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary
Waterfalls of Karnataka are famous all over the world for their natural beauty and splendor. Some of the most popular waterfalls in Karnataka are:
- Jog Falls
- Hebbe Falls
- Chunchi Falls
- Shivanasamudra Falls
- Abbey Falls
- Kalhatti Falls
- Sathodi Falls
- Arasina Makki Falls
- Burude Falls
- Kudlu Theertha Waterfalls
Karnataka is a vast state and blessed with natural beauty, architectural wonders, historical marvels, and adventure. 7 to 10 days are enough to explore the best of Karnataka. However, it depends on your traveling style and how many places you wish to explore.
