Coorg (Kodagu) is an idyllic hill station often called the Scotland of India or the Kashmir of Karnataka — known for its breathtaking natural scenery, vast coffee plantations, misty rolling hills and cascading waterfalls. Depart Bangalore on Friday night and reach your luxurious backwater stay by Saturday morning to freshen up and start exploring. Saturday covers the thrilling early-morning Mandalpatti jeep ride, the majestic Abbey Falls, the iconic Raja's Seat sunset, the Sunnyside Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa Museum and the historic Omkareshwara Temple. Sunday takes you to the stunning Golden Temple, Kaveri Nisargadhama nature island, the Dubare Elephant Camp and the scenic Chiklihole Dam before returning to Bangalore by Sunday evening. The package includes travel Bangalore to Bangalore, a luxurious stay on the backwaters, a fire camp if weather permits, all entry tickets, the Mandalpatti jeep ride, and meals (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner with both veg and non-veg). A perfect weekend escape that balances nature, heritage and relaxation. Trip dates: 25th and 26th July.
09:30 PM: Pickup from Bengaluru. Overnight travel to Coorg in a comfortable vehicle.
Reach the luxurious backwater stay by early morning, freshen up and have breakfast. Head out for the Mandalpatti jeep ride — misty panoramic views of the Western Ghats — followed by Abbey Falls amidst lush coffee plantation greenery.
Lunch, then explore Raja's Seat for a spectacular sunset, the Sunnyside Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa Museum and the Omkareshwara Temple. Return to the stay for dinner (veg & non-veg) and a fire camp with music and conversations (weather permitting).
Breakfast and checkout. Visit the Golden Temple, Kaveri Nisargadhama nature island and the Dubare Elephant Camp, then the scenic Chiklihole Dam. Lunch, and depart for Bengaluru by Sunday evening.
Pickup from Bengaluru — drop at the same locations on return.
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