Bangalore to Coorg: 3 Days in the Coffee Kingdom
Leave behind the city lights and breathe in the aroma of fresh coffee. This 3-day journey from Bangalore takes you through misty hills, gurgling waterfalls, and the warm heart of Kodava culture. No rush, just the right pace – like a slow pour-over.
📜 Your Coorg Story – Day by Day
Day 1 – Bangalore to Coorg & First Sights
7:30 AM: Our driver meets you at your doorstep in Bangalore (or the airport). We head out on the scenic NH75, with a breakfast stop at Kamat – try the crispy vada and filter coffee. 12:30 PM: Arrival at Dubare Elephant Camp. Watch the gentle giants bathe in the river; you can even help scrub them if you wish. 2:30 PM: Check into your cosy plantation homestay – the air smells of cardamom and coffee. Evening: Sunset at Raja's Seat, where the sky melts into the valleys. Later, a home-cooked Coorg dinner (don't miss the pandi curry). Overnight in Coorg.
Local tip: Buy a pack of freshly roasted coffee from the plantation – it tastes like nothing from the store.
Day 2 – Waterfalls, Temples & Plantation Walks
8:00 AM: Breakfast with a view of the coffee bushes. 9:00 AM: Drive to Abbey Falls – the roar of water amidst lush green is pure therapy. 11:00 AM: Visit Omkareshwara Temple, a beautiful blend of Gothic and Islamic styles, then explore the Madikeri Fort with its little museum. 1:00 PM: Lunch at a local eatery – try akki roti with chutney. 3:00 PM: Guided coffee plantation walk; learn how the cherry becomes your morning brew. Evening: Stroll through the local market in Madikeri – pick up organic spices, honey, and Coorg wine. Overnight in Coorg.
Day 3 – Talakaveri & Drive Back to Bangalore
8:00 AM: Breakfast and check out. 9:00 AM: Drive to Talakaveri, the birthplace of River Cauvery, nestled in the Brahmagiri hills. The temple and the tank here hold deep spiritual significance. 10:30 AM: Quick stop at Bhagamandala, where two rivers meet. 12:30 PM: Begin your journey back to Bangalore with a lunch stop en route. 7:00 PM: Arrival in Bangalore – you'll carry the scent of coffee and a heart full of memories.
*Flexibility: Want to add a day? We can arrange a trek to Tadiandamol or a spice plantation tour. Just ask.