Hill Station Tour of Karnataka - 8 Nights and 9 Days

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8 Nights
9 Days

Bangalore → Mysore → Coorg → Wayanad → Ooty → Coonoor → Bangalore

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Package Overview

Start Point: Bangalore
End Point: Bangalore

This immensely scenic 9D 8N tour of Karnataka takes you to some of the most famous hill stations in Karnataka. Starting from Bangalore, this tour winds its way to the top hill stations of Ooty, Coonoor, Coorg, Wayanad, and Kodaikanal. The mesmerizing views from these hill stations are what make this one of the best tours in Karnataka. On the way, there are many other sites to visit such as Talacauvery, Bylakuppe Golden Temple, Kaveri Nisargadhama, etc. There are some top things to do on this tour such as trekking, boating, bird watching, and wildlife safari. This is a hand-picked tour that chooses the best of what Karnataka has to offer. Along with this is a tour of Mysore where you visit the famous attractions in Mysore.

Trip Highlights

Night lights at Mysore Palace
Tea tasting at Coorg
Scenic views from Abbey Falls
Nature walk at Kaveri Nisargadhama
Coffee estate tour in Coorg
View tribal culture at Wayanad
Bathe elephants at Dubare Elephant Camp
Wildlife Safari at Bandipur National Park
Boating at Ooty Lake
Mountain scenery from Pillar Rocks at Coonoor

Day Wise Itinerary Download

1Day Mysore sightseeing

Your 8N 9D tour of Karnataka begins as soon as you land in Bangalore. We will then drive to Mysore, which is a mere 3-hour drive by car. Mysore is one of the best cities in India with incredible tourist landmarks. After the check-in formalities at your pre-booked hotel in Mysore, you can rest for some time and then go on a half-day tour of Mysore. You will visit Chamundi Hills, Mysore Zoo, Brindavan Gardens, and St. Philomenas Church. In the evening you can see the illuminated Mysore Palace. Afterward, come back to the hotel and rest for the night.

2Day Mysore to Coorg

You will now check out from your hotel in Mysore and drive to Coorg, known as the ‘Scotland of Karnataka’. On the way, visit Namdroling Monastery Bylakuppe Golden Temple, which is 90 km from Mysore. You must see the Tibetan architecture and décor which is full of Buddhist statues, idols, and colorful paintings. Now you will proceed to visit Kaveri Nisargadhama. This is a type of picnic spot where you can take a nature walk along the Kauvery River. You will now arrive at Madikeri after a drive of around 3-4 hours from Mysore. After checking in at the hotel or resort you will visit Raja’s Seat and Abbey Falls. Also plan a visit to one of the coffee estates in Coorg and taste the aromatic coffee. You will now visit Omkareshwara Temple in the evening. You can now rest for the day at your hotel in Coorg.

3Day Coorg sightseeing

Keep this day for Coorg sightseeing and visit Talacauvery the source of the Cauvery River. Visit the Talacauvery Temple and Bhagamandala. This place is where the three rivers Kaveri, Sujyothi, and Kanike meet. After lunch at the hotel, visit Dubare Elephant Camp. You will have an opportunity to see how the trainers take care of the elephants. You can go for elephant rides, bathe an elephant, feed these animals, and go on a trekking adventure. Afterward, you will stay overnight after a full day of adventure and sightseeing in Coorg.

4Day Coorg to Wayanad

After you check out from your hotel in Coorg we drive you to Wayanad, one of the topmost hill stations in South India. Visit Lakkidi on your half-day Wayanad sightseeing tour. This place is a hill station with immense natural beauty. You can see river streams, dense forests, rolling hills, and deep valleys. You can see the tribal culture at the Ambalavayal Heritage Museum, where there are many exhibits of these tribal people. You will now return to your hotel in Wayanad and rest for the night.

5Day Wayanad to Ooty

You will now check out from your hotel in Wayanad and drive to Ooty, one of the famous hill stations in South India. You can plan a stop at Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary or Madumalai Wildlife Sanctuary or Kalhatty Waterfalls. On your arrival in Ooty, you can check in at your hotel in Ooty. Now go for the Ooty sightseeing tour and visit the Rose Gardens and Ooty Lake. You can do boating in the lake. Later go on a trek to Doddabetta Peak, which is the highest point in the Nilgiri Mountains. Now return to your hotel in Ooty after a thrilling sightseeing tour of Ooty.

6Day Ooty to Coonoor

On this day, you will drive to Coonnor which is just a 1-hour drive from Ooty. Coonoor is famous for its tea estates, scenic points, and mountain scenery. You will visit Sim’s Park, Dolphin’s Nose, Lamb’s Rock, and Law’s Falls. You can do several things here like tasting tea, hiking, photography, nature walks, etc. In the evening you will now return to your hotel in Ooty and rest for the night.

7Day Ooty to Kodaikanal

You will now check out your hotel In Ooty and proceed to Kodaikanal. You can enjoy scenic waterfalls on the way like Silver Cascades. After arriving at your hotel in Kodaikanal, visit Kodaikanal Lake and Coaker’s Walk, which are two of the most famous tourist attractions in this hill station. You can do boating on Kodaikanal Lake and enjoy nature walks and mountain scenery at Coaker’s Walk. In the evening you will return to your hotel and rest for the night.

8Day Kodaikanal

Embark on a full-day tour of Kodaikanal on this day. Kodaikanal is one of the best hill stations in South India. You can visit Shenbaganur Museum where you will see a huge collection of butterflies and stuffed birds. At Dolmen Circle you can see a rich collection of prehistoric relics. You will now visit Berijam Lake where you can watch for birds, bison, deer, leopards, etc. Later, visit Pillar Rocks, which are enormous granite boulders standing vertically. Visit Neptune's Pools which are rock pools in the middle of dense forests

9Day Kodaikanal to Bangalore

Proceed to Bangalore on the final day of your 9D Karnataka Tour. You can check out from your hotel in Kodaikanal and we will drop you at Bangalore airport or railway station.

Inclusions

Comfortable Vehicle (Innova/ Xylo/ Tavera/ Scorpio/ Similar) for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.
Airport pick up & drop as per your flight timings
Accommodation at all locations on double (for couples & special requests) and triple sharing basis in standard hotels/camps
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner: Starting with Dinner on Day 1 & ending with Breakfast on Last Day as per itinerary
Fuel for the whole trip as per the itinerary
Assured Inner line permits and Ladakh Union fee
Experienced driver for the entire journey
Oxygen cylinder and Basic First-Aid during the tour
Driver expenses/ toll tax/ Fuel/ Parking charges

Exclusions

Expenses of personal nature
Mentioned cost is not valid between 6 pm and 8 am
Anything not mentioned under inclusions
Package price does not include Gala dinner charges applicable on Christmas and New Year's Eve

Confirmation Policy

Upon booking, the traveller will receive a confirmation voucher via email, within 24 hours.
In the special cases of slots not being available, feasible alternatives will be provided to the customer, in regards to the customer’s preference. In such cases, a new voucher would be sent via email, consisting of the new travel details.

Cancellation Policy

Any cancellation made before 20 days prior to the date of departure, would levy a 30% of total tour cost as cancellation charges.
Due to any restrictions such as sudden government policies or regulations, health hazards, medical emergencies, or unprecedented weather conditions, activities and tours may be nonoperational and be cancelled. In cases such as these, operators will attempt to cater to the traveller an alternate, which is feasible in nature. However, any refund would not be catered.