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Karnataka & Ooty Tour Packages
Karnataka and Ooty tour packages combine Mysore’s palace with the Nilgiri hills at Ooty and Coonoor, the coffee country of Coorg, Chikmagalur and Sakleshpur, the wildlife of Kabini, Bandipur and BR Hills, the temple coast of Udupi, Murudeshwar and Gokarna, the pilgrim towns of Dharmasthala, Kukke, Kollur and Sringeri, Jog Falls and Dandeli, and the heritage of Hampi, Badami, Pattadakal, Belur and Halebidu, with Wayanad, Kotagiri, Masinagudi and Mudumalai, or Kodaikanal on some trips. Tours start in Bangalore, Mangalore, Hubli or Coimbatore. Our itineraries run 3 to 8 days by road.
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Plan your Karnataka & Ooty trip
In short: Three days covers Mysore, Gokarna, Kabini or Sakleshpur; four days covers Coorg, Hampi, Badami, the Hoysala temples or the Udupi coast; allow 5–7 days for Ooty with Coonoor or Kodaikanal, or Coorg with Chikmagalur, and 8 days for the Karnataka heritage trail. October to March is the best time to visit Mysore and Coorg; April to June is peak season in Ooty.
How many days are enough for Karnataka & Ooty?
Three days covers Mysore, Gokarna, Kabini or Sakleshpur; four days covers Coorg, Hampi, Badami, the Hoysala temples or the Udupi coast; allow 5–7 days for Ooty with Coonoor or Kodaikanal, or Coorg with Chikmagalur, and 8 days for the Karnataka heritage trail.
| Trip length | What it covers | Itinerary |
|---|---|---|
| 4 days | Mysore and Coorg | Mysore Coorg tour |
| 4 days | Mysore and Wayanad | Mysore Wayanad tour |
| 5 days | Bangalore, Mysore and Ooty | Bangalore Mysore Ooty tour |
| 6 days | Mysore, Ooty and Kodaikanal | Mysore Ooty Kodaikanal Tour |
| 4 days | Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal | Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal |
| 5 days | Udupi, Murudeshwar and Gokarna | Temple Coast: Udupi, Murudeshwar and Gokarna |
| 8 days | Karnataka heritage trail | Karnataka Heritage Trail |
What is the best time to visit Karnataka & Ooty?
October to March is the best time to visit Mysore and Coorg; April to June is peak season in Ooty.
| Months | Season | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| October – March | Cool season | Pleasant weather across Mysore, Coorg and the hills; the main season. |
| April – June | Summer | Warm in Mysore and Bangalore; Ooty and Kodaikanal are at their busiest. |
| July – September | Monsoon | Green and misty, with heavy rain in Coorg and Wayanad. |
How much does a Karnataka & Ooty tour cost?
The cost depends on the number of nights, hotel category and season. We quote each trip for your dates.
- Number of nights and places
- Hotel category
- Season — Ooty is peak in April–June
- Entry fees and optional rides, paid locally
- Flights or trains to Bangalore
- GST where a package lists it as extra
Which places do Karnataka & Ooty packages cover?
Mysore
Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, St Philomena’s Church and the Brindavan Gardens; about 160 km from Bangalore.
Ooty & Coonoor
The Botanical Garden, Ooty Lake, Doddabetta peak and Coonoor’s tea gardens.
Coorg
Coffee plantations, Abbey Falls and the Tibetan monastery at Bylakuppe; about 135 km from Mysore.
Wayanad
Forests, waterfalls and viewpoints in the Western Ghats; about 150 km from Mysore.
Kodaikanal
A lake town in the Palani hills with forest walks and viewpoints.
Hampi, Badami and the Hoysala temples
The Vijayanagara ruins, the Chalukya caves and temples of Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal, and the carved temples of Belur and Halebidu.
The temple coast
Udupi's Krishna Matha, Murudeshwar's giant Shiva, Gokarna's beaches and Kollur Mookambika.
Things to do in Karnataka & Ooty
- Tour Mysore Palace
- Ride the Nilgiri Mountain Railway (tickets subject to availability)
- Walk through Coorg’s coffee estates
- Visit the Botanical Garden and lake in Ooty
- See the Tibetan settlement at Bylakuppe
- Boat on Kodaikanal Lake
- See the stone chariot of Hampi's Vittala temple
- Walk the cliff path to Om beach at Gokarna
Hotels, houseboats and transport
Standard / 3-star equivalent hotels with breakfast on the standard packages, deluxe on twin sharing in some others, as listed on each package.
Tours start and end in Bangalore, Mysore, Mangalore, Hubli, Coimbatore, Madurai or Hospet, with pick-up from the airport, railway station or bus stand and transfers and sightseeing as specified on each package.
Who it suits
Families
Palaces, gardens and a toy train make this an easy family circuit.
Couples
Coorg’s plantation stays and Ooty’s hills are popular with honeymooners.
Nature lovers
Waterfalls, forests and tea country across the Western Ghats.
Travel tips from our team
- Book Nilgiri Mountain Railway tickets early; they sell out in season.
- Carry a jacket for Ooty and Kodaikanal evenings.
- Hill roads to Ooty and Kodaikanal have many hairpin bends — plan for slow driving.
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Frequently asked questions
What is included in these packages?
Standard packages include standard / 3-star equivalent hotels with breakfast, transfers and sightseeing as specified in the itinerary, and travel assistance; some packages add deluxe hotels, dinner or a private cab. Each package page lists its exact inclusions and exclusions.
Where do these tours start?
Most start in Bangalore; Nilgiri tours start in Coimbatore, and Hampi tours in Hospet.
How many days are enough?
Three to four days for Mysore, Coorg, Chikmagalur or Hampi; five to seven days to add Ooty or Kodaikanal.
What is the best time to visit?
October to March; April to June is peak season in Ooty.
Can I combine this with Kerala?
Yes — Ooty and Wayanad connect easily to Kerala. See Kerala packages or ask us.
Can the itinerary be customized?
Yes. Tell us what you need.
Content reviewed 8 Oct 2026 by Holiday Guru Travel.
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