Step inside the grand royal legacy of the Wodeyar Maharajas in Mysore and relax amidst the fragrant misty coffee plantations of Coorg.
Experience grand Indo-Saracenic royal architecture and sprawling Western Ghats coffee estates.
Mysore (Mysuru), the cultural capital of Karnataka, captivates visitors with its majestic Mysore Palace, rich silk weaving heritage, aromatic sandalwood, and vibrant Devaraja market. Paired with Coorg (Kodagu)—fondly hailed as the "Scotland of India"—this circuit offers a sublime blend of royal Indian architecture and cool mountain breezes.
Rithish Tours & Travels provides comfortable chauffeur-driven round-trip AC vehicles from Madurai. With punctual door-to-door pickups, expert route knowledge, and flexible sightseeing stops, we ensure your family or couple getaway is smooth and memorable.
Grand seat of the Wodeyars featuring stained glass, carved mahogany ceilings, and weekend evening illuminations.
Ancient hilltop shrine atop Chamundi Hills overlooking Mysore city with the iconic monolithic Nandi Bull statue.
Terraced botanical gardens adjoining the Krishnarajasagara Dam famous for synchronized musical fountain shows.
Interactive eco-tourism reserve along the banks of the sacred Kaveri River where you can observe elephants bathing.
Roaring cascading waterfall nestled in spice estates, followed by panoramic sunset vistas at Raja's Seat garden.
Guided strolls through fragrant Arabica and Robusta coffee estates, pepper vines, and cardamom groves.
Early morning departure from Madurai in your private AC cab. Scenic highway journey via Dindigul and Erode with scheduled dining stops. Arrive in Mysore by early afternoon and check in to your hotel. Visit the magnificent Mysore Palace, explore the royal Durbar Hall, and witness the golden residential wing. In the evening, stroll through Devaraja heritage bazaar. Overnight stay in Mysore.
After breakfast, ascend Chamundi Hills for darshan at Sri Chamundeshwari Temple and see the 16-foot Nandi monolith. Visit the soaring Gothic spires of St. Philomena's Cathedral. In the late afternoon, head to Brindavan Gardens to enjoy the vibrant terraced lawns and musical light fountain display. Overnight stay in Mysore.
Check out and drive towards the misty highlands of Coorg (approx. 3.5 hours). Stop at Dubare Elephant Camp on the Kaveri River. Check in to your hill resort or coffee estate homestay in Madikeri. In the afternoon, visit Abbey Falls tucked amidst lush coffee bushes, followed by golden sunset panoramas at Raja's Seat. Overnight stay in Coorg.
Morning visit to historical Madikeri Fort and Omkareshwara Temple featuring Islamic-Gothic architectural influences. Enjoy fresh Coorg coffee and shop for homemade chocolates and spices. Begin the return journey to Madurai for late evening doorstep arrival with cherished holiday memories.
For couples and small families (2-4 persons), Toyota Etios or Swift Dzire are great. For families with elderly members or 5-7 travellers, Toyota Innova or Innova Crysta provides maximum comfort on hill roads. Groups can book a 12/17-seater AC Tempo Traveller.
October to March offers cool, pleasant weather ideal for both heritage walks in Mysore and coffee plantation tours in Coorg. The monsoon months (July to September) are also popular for waterfalls and lush greenery.