Mysore Coorg Ooty Tour
The Mysore Coorg Ooty tour is a complete hill circuit that combines royal heritage, coffee-covered hills and cool mountain landscapes into a single, well-paced itinerary. The journey begins in Mysore, known for its grand palace and historic landmarks, continues to the scenic coffee plantations of Coorg, and concludes in the classic hill station of Ooty with its tea gardens, lakes and viewpoints. This extended itinerary is ideal for travelers who want to experience multiple destinations in one trip while maintaining a comfortable and relaxed travel schedule.
Tour Summary
| Starting From | Bangalore | Ending at | Bangalore |
| No of days | 7 | Number of nights | 6 |
| Night stays at | Mysore (2 nights) Coorg (2 nights) Ooty (2 nights) | ||
Mysore Coorg Ooty Tour Itinerary Overview
This itinerary is designed as a comprehensive hill circuit across Karnataka and the Nilgiri region. The journey starts in Mysore, where travelers explore the royal palace and historic sites. It then continues to Coorg, a scenic hill district known for its coffee plantations, forested landscapes and waterfalls. The tour concludes in Ooty, a classic hill station with tea gardens, lakes and cool mountain weather. The schedule balances travel and sightseeing to ensure a relaxed and enjoyable experience.
Key Highlights of the Mysore Coorg Ooty Tour
Mysore Palace: One of India's most iconic royal residences, known for its grand architecture and evening illumination.
Chamundi Hills: A sacred hilltop temple offering panoramic views of Mysore city.
St. Philomena's Church: A striking Gothic-style church and one of the most prominent landmarks in Mysore.
Bylakuppe Namdroling Monastery: Largest Buddhist settlement in South India
Abbey Falls or similar viewpoints: Popular natural attractions surrounded by lush greenery.
Talacauvery: Birth place of River Cauvery
Raja's Seat or hill viewpoints: Panoramic views of Coorg's valleys and sunsets.
Ooty Botanical Gardens: A classic hill station attraction with landscaped gardens and exotic plants.
Ooty Lake: A scenic spot for boating and relaxed walks.
Tea estates and viewpoints: Rolling tea gardens and cool mountain scenery in the Nilgiris.
Mysore Coorg Ooty Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Bangalore - Mysore
Arrive at Bangalore airport or railway station by 11 AM. Drive for about 3 hours to reach Mysore. Visit Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary on the way. By evening, reach Mysore. Checkin to hotel and relax.
Attend light and sound show at Mysore Palace. Later, back to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 2: Mysore Sightseeing
Visit Mysore Palace. Be amazed by the stunning architecture of the palace. Know the story behind the palace and the festivities celebrated here.
Later drive to St. Philomena's Church. After admiring the beauty of the church, let's drive straight to Chamundi Hills. You will get a beautiful view of the entire Mysore town from this hill. At the hilltop is also a temple dedicated to Chamundeshwari, goddess of the royal family.
In the evening, visit KRS Dam and Brundavan Gardens. Later, return to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 3: Mysore - Coorg
Have an early breakfast and checkout from hotel. If you are interested in visiting Mysore Zoo, you can do that on this day.
Later, we start our drive towards Coorg. Our first stop will be at Bylakuppe which has the largest Tibetan settlement in South India. Visit the Namdroling Monastery and the popular Golden Temple here.
Next, we stop at Kaveri Nisargadhama, which is a small river island formed by River Kaveri. This is a Forest Park maintained by the forest department of Karnataka and has many attractions for its visitors. From boating activities, to hanging bridge, to various children play areas, fun elephant rides, deer park, rabbit enclosures and so on.
In the evening, you will arrive at Madikeri which is the district capital of Coorg. Check-in to a hotel and relax.
Day 4: Coorg Sightseeing
We start our day today by taking a long drive to Talacauvery (also spelled Talakaveri). This is the birth place of River Cauvery and is considered sacred by the locals. A small temple is constructed around the birth place of the river. You will enjoy beautiful views of the think forests of Coorg. Behind the temple is a small hillock. After climbing about 300 steps, you will get stunning views on the other side of the hill as well. On a clear day, you can even spot Arabian Sea which is more than 150 km by road!!
After enjoying the time at Talakaveri, on our way back, we make a brief halt at Bhagamandala. The Triveni Sangam is a popular spot here, where you can find the confluence of 3 rivers (including one underground river).
Drive back to Madikeri and visit Abbey Falls, which is located in a private coffee estate. Later, drive to Raja's Seat to enjoy the beautiful sunset.
Return to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 5: Coorg - Ooty
After checking out of hotel, we pay a visit to Omkareshwar Temple in Madikeri. Later, we will start our drive to Ooty, which is in the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu.
We will be passing through several places of interest during our journey. The first place you will encounter is Bandipur National Park, where you can spot peacocks, deers, wild boars from the comfort of your seats!
Later, we cross over to Tamil Nadu, and the forest continues as Mudumalai Tiger Reserve. We continue our drive towards Ooty. On the way, we will drive through Eucalyptus Forest and visit Pykara Falls, Film Shooting Spot, Kamraj Lake.
Reach Ooty by late evening. Checkin to a hotel and relax.
Day 6: Ooty Sightseeing
Start our day early to witness amazing views from Doddabetta, the highest peak of Nilgiris. Later, we drive through the tea gardens to reach Botanical Gardens.
Take a toy train ride to Coonoor and later visit Lamb's Rock, Coonoor Tea Gardens and Dolphin's Nose. In the evening, head back to Ooty for overnight stay.
Day 7: Ooty - Bangalore drop
Checkout of hotel early in the morning. Visit Ooty Lake and then start your drive back to Bangalore. It takes about 7-8 hours to reach Bangalore.
Depending on your flight/train timings, we will drop you to airport or railway station.
Why Choose the Mysore Coorg Ooty Tour?
This tour offers a balanced mix of heritage and hill station experiences within a single itinerary. Mysore provides royal palaces and cultural landmarks, while Coorg and Ooty offer cooler climates, scenic drives and green landscapes. Combining these destinations allows travelers to experience different aspects of southern Karnataka and the Nilgiri hills without long or exhausting travel days. It is a convenient option for those who want a more complete trip rather than visiting just one or two destinations.
How Many Days Are Needed for the Mysore Coorg Ooty Tour?
A 7 to 8-day itinerary is ideal for covering Mysore, Coorg and Ooty comfortably. This duration allows enough time to explore the major attractions in Mysore, spend relaxed days in the coffee hills of Coorg and enjoy the cooler landscapes of Ooty without rushing between destinations.
Best Time to Visit Mysore, Coorg and Ooty
This tour can be taken throughout most of the year. The months from October to March offer pleasant weather for sightseeing in Mysore and cool temperatures in Coorg and Ooty. The monsoon season brings lush greenery and fuller waterfalls, especially in Coorg, while summers remain comfortable in the hill regions.
Peak travel periods usually fall in April, May, October and December, when destinations may be more crowded and hotel prices are generally higher. During these months, the prices mentioned on this page may vary depending on availability.
Who Is This Tour Ideal For
Families looking for a longer, comfortable holiday
Couples planning a scenic hill station trip
First-time visitors to South India
Travelers who want both heritage and nature in one itinerary
Can This Tour Be Customized or Extended?
Yes, this itinerary can be customized based on travel duration and preferences. Travelers with additional time can extend the trip to destinations such as Wayanad or add more leisure time in Coorg or Ooty. The route can also be adjusted to start or end in cities like Bangalore or Coimbatore for greater flexibility.
Can This Tour Start or End at Coimbatore?
Yes, this tour can start or end at Coimbatore, as Ooty is geographically closer to Coimbatore than Bangalore. This provides flexible routing options for travelers.
There are three common combinations you can choose from:
Start at Coimbatore and end in Bangalore
Start in Bangalore and end at Coimbatore
Start and end in Bangalore
If you have additional time, the itinerary can also be extended by a day to include a visit to the Isha Foundation near Coimbatore.
