Bangalore Mysore Ooty Tour
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Private 5 Days Mysore Ooty Tour from Bangalore
- Destinations : Bangalore - Mysore - Ooty - Bangalore
- Pickup Location : Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR)
- Drop Location : Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR)
- Tour Duration : 05 Days / 04 Nights
Tour Overview
This 5-day tour takes you from the busy streets of Bangalore to the royal city of Mysore and then up to the cool hills of Ooty. It is a great mix of history, nature, and mountain air.
You spend two nights in Mysore. The first day covers the drive from Bangalore with a stop at Srirangapatna, which is full of history from Tipu Sultan’s time. Day two in Mysore lets you visit the grand Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, and the famous Brindavan Gardens in the evening.
On day three, you leave Mysore and head to Ooty through the forests of Bandipur and Mudumalai. It is a beautiful drive with good chances of spotting wildlife along the way. You check in and visit Ooty Lake, the Rose Garden, and the Botanical Garden in the afternoon.
Day four is packed with sightseeing around Ooty and Coonoor. You visit Doddabetta Peak, the tea factory, Sim’s Park, Dolphin’s Nose, and Lamb’s Rock.
On the last day, after breakfast, you check out and head back to Bangalore. The tour is private and operated in a dedicated cab for your group only.
Tour Highlights
- Royal Mysore Palace with light and sound show option in the evening
- Chamundi Hills and the Nandi Bull statue on the way up
- Srirangapatna fort, Tipu Sultan’s summer palace, and Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
- Brindavan Gardens with musical fountain show in the evening
- Bandipur and Mudumalai forests on the Mysore to Ooty drive
- Ooty Lake, Rose Garden, and Government Botanical Garden
- Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiri range
- Coonoor sightseeing: Sim’s Park, Dolphin’s Nose, Lamb’s Rock, Ketti Valley View
- Tea factory and tea museum visit in Coonoor
- Private cab throughout, no shared vehicle
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Bangalore to Mysore via Srirangapatna
Drive: approx. 160 km / 3.5 hours
Your cab picks you up from Bangalore in the morning. On the way to Mysore, you stop at Srirangapatna. This small island town was the capital of Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan. You visit the Dariya Daulat Bagh (Tipu’s summer palace), Gumbaz (the mausoleum of Tipu Sultan and Hyder Ali), Tipu Sultan’s Fort, and the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple.
After exploring Srirangapatna, you continue to Mysore and check in to your hotel. In the evening, head to Brindavan Gardens, one of the most popular garden complexes in South India. The musical fountain show here runs in the evening and is worth watching.
Overnight stay in Mysore.
Day 2: Full Day Mysore Sightseeing
After breakfast, you set out for a full day around Mysore city.
The centerpiece of the day is the Mysore Palace. This is one of the most visited monuments in India and the main seat of the Wadiyar kings. The palace is especially stunning when lit up on Sunday evenings.
From there, you drive up to Chamundi Hills and visit the Chamundeshwari Temple at the top. On the way down, stop at the massive Nandi Bull statue carved from a single rock.
Other stops on the day include Mysore Zoo, St. Philomena’s Church, and the Jagan Mohan Palace (which now functions as an art gallery). In the afternoon, you can explore the Devaraja Market for local flowers, spices, and incense.
Overnight stay in Mysore.
Day 3: Mysore to Ooty via Bandipur and Mudumalai
Drive: approx. 150 km / 4 hours
After breakfast and checkout, you drive from Mysore toward Ooty. The route passes through the Bandipur National Park and the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve. Keep your eyes open as you pass through the forest sections since elephants, deer, and peacocks are commonly spotted here. Note: private vehicles are not permitted to stop inside the forest zones.
You arrive in Ooty by afternoon. After checking in to your hotel, visit Ooty Lake for a short walk or a boat ride (at extra cost). In the evening, head to the Government Botanical Garden, one of the oldest botanical gardens in South India, and the Rose Garden, which holds hundreds of rose varieties.
Overnight stay in Ooty.
Day 4: Ooty and Coonoor Sightseeing
After breakfast, today is dedicated to sightseeing around Ooty and the nearby hill town of Coonoor, about 20 km away.
You start with Doddabetta Peak, at 2,637 metres the highest point in the Nilgiri range. On a clear day the views stretch far across the hills and valleys.
From there, you head to Coonoor and visit Sim’s Park, a well-maintained botanical garden. Then continue to Dolphin’s Nose and Lamb’s Rock, two popular viewpoints with wide valley views. Ketti Valley View is another good stop on this stretch.
Back in Ooty, visit a tea factory and tea museum to see how Nilgiri tea is processed and packaged. You can also pick up fresh tea at the factory shop.
In the afternoon, you have time to walk around Ooty town, visit local shops, or simply rest at the hotel.
Overnight stay in Ooty.
Day 5: Ooty to Bangalore Return
Drive: approx. 300 km / 6-7 hours
After breakfast and hotel checkout, your cab departs for Bangalore. Depending on your departure time, you may stop at a few sightseeing spots on the way out of Ooty, such as Pine Forest, 6th Mile, 9th Mile (Wenlock Downs), Pykara Waterfalls, and Pykara Lake.
You arrive back in Bangalore by evening and are dropped at the airport, railway station, or your hotel. Tour ends.
Inclusions
- Driver allowance, toll charges, interstate permit
- Private AC vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary.
- Airport pickup and airport drop in Bengaluru.
- 1 night Alleppey houseboat with all meals.
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and all applicable taxes.
Exclusions
- Any flight or train tickets.
- Lunch and dinner, except on the houseboat.
- Monument/temple entry fees, camera, boating and optional activities.
- Personal expenses, tips, porterage and travel insurance.
- Anything not mentioned under “Inclusions”.
FAQs
Q1. How many nights are included in this Bangalore Mysore Ooty tour package?
This is a 5-day, 4-night tour. You stay 2 nights in Mysore and 2 nights in Ooty. All hotels include breakfast.
Q2. Is this a private tour or a shared group tour?
This is a fully private tour. The cab is booked only for your group. You are not sharing with other travelers.
Q3. What is the best time to do this Bangalore Mysore Ooty tour?
October to June is generally the best time. Ooty is pleasant and cool during this period. Avoid the heavy monsoon months of July and August as roads through Bandipur and Mudumalai can be affected.
Q4. Is it safe to drive through Bandipur Forest at night?
Vehicle movement through Bandipur National Park is restricted between 9 PM and 6 AM. The Mysore to Ooty drive is planned in the morning after breakfast, so you pass through the forest during daytime without any issue.
Q 5. Can we add Coorg or Kodaikanal to this tour?
Yes, this itinerary can be extended. Adding Coorg typically adds 2 extra days before Mysore. Adding Kodaikanal after Ooty adds 2 more days. Both are popular add-ons for a longer South India circuit.
Q6. Can the itinerary be customized?
Yes, the order of sightseeing can be adjusted based on your pickup time and hotel location. You can also add or remove specific spots and extend the trip to include Coonoor more deeply or add Kodaikanal.
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