Detailed itinerary
Coorg Coffee Trails — 5N/6D
From
₹20,900
The same Kodagu circuit with room to breathe. An unstructured arrival day, a full day inside a working plantation with a tasting, and the Madikeri, Dubare and Mandalpatti highlights spread across separate days instead of stacked. The most popular length for families and couples.
Trip at a glance
- Full-day coffee and spice plantation experience
- Abbey Falls, Madikeri Fort and Raja's Seat
- Dubare Elephant Camp and Nisargadhama
- Mandalpatti 4x4 excursion
- Estate bonfire evenings
Day by day
6 days, start to finish — travel, activities and where you sleep each night.
- 1
Day 1
Arrive in Coorg — settle into the hills
Transfer into Madikeri through the Western Ghats and check in to your estate stay or resort. The rest of the day is deliberately unstructured: sleep off the drive, walk the property, and let the mist come in over the coffee. Your trip coordinator runs through the plan for the coming days over evening tea. Overnight in Coorg.
- 2
Day 2
Madikeri sightseeing — falls, fort and Raja's Seat
After breakfast, drive out to Abbey Falls, where the Kaveri's tributaries drop through a wall of coffee and spice plantation. Continue to Madikeri Fort and the Omkareshwara Temple in town, then time Raja's Seat for late afternoon — the old Kodava kings' viewing terrace looks straight down the valley and is the best sunset in the district. Evening free in the local market for coffee, honey and homemade wine. Overnight in Coorg.
- 3
Day 3
Coffee plantation and spice garden day
A full morning inside a working plantation with a guided walk: the difference between arabica and robusta, shade-grown cultivation, harvest and processing, and the pepper, cardamom and vanilla that share the same land. Tasting session at the end. Afternoon at leisure at the property, with an optional bonfire in the evening. Overnight in Coorg.
- 4
Day 4
Dubare Elephant Camp and Nisargadhama
Drive to Dubare on the banks of the Kaveri, the forest department's elephant camp, where you can watch the morning routine of the herd (elephant interactions subject to forest department availability). Cross to Kaveri Nisargadhama in the afternoon — a bamboo and sandalwood island reached by a hanging bridge, with deer, quiet river banks and easy walking trails. Back to base by evening. Overnight in Coorg.
- 5
Day 5
Mandalpatti jeep excursion
The morning belongs to Mandalpatti. A local 4x4 takes over for the last rough stretch and climbs to a ridge at roughly 4,050 ft, where the Western Ghats roll out in every direction and cloud sits below the road. Allow time at the top — the light changes every few minutes. Return to Madikeri by afternoon; evening free for cafés and shopping. Overnight in Coorg.
- 6
Day 6
Departure from Coorg
Breakfast and check-out. Depending on your train or flight time there's usually room for one more stop — a last coffee run, a viewpoint, or the local market for spices to take home. Your vehicle drops you at Mysore, Mangalore or Bangalore for your onward journey.
Inclusions & exclusions
What's included
- Accommodation in a selected hotel/resort on double/twin sharing basis
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- Private vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Airport/railway station pickup and drop-off, as applicable
- All sightseeing and excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Local jeep transfer for the Mandalpatti excursion
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls, parking and applicable interstate taxes
- All applicable hotel taxes
- On-trip assistance from the Backpackers India Group team
Not included
- Airfare / train tickets to and from Coorg
- Meals other than breakfast, including lunch and dinner (unless specified)
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, shopping and tips
- Entry fees to monuments, waterfalls, parks and other sightseeing attractions
- Charges for adventure activities and optional experiences not mentioned in the itinerary
- Elephant activities at Dubare Elephant Camp, if applicable
- Any additional sightseeing or transportation beyond the mentioned itinerary
- Expenses arising due to weather, roadblocks, delays or unforeseen circumstances
- GST or government taxes, if not specifically included in the package cost
- Travel insurance and medical expenses
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Inclusions
Where you stay
Handpicked plantation homestays and hill resorts in and around Madikeri, on double/twin sharing with daily breakfast.
Good to know
When is the best time to visit Coorg?
October to March is the sweet spot — clear skies, cool mornings and green hills. June to September is full monsoon: the falls are at their most dramatic and rates are lowest, but expect rain most days and slippery trails.
Is the Mandalpatti jeep ride included?
The local 4x4 that takes over for the last rough stretch to Mandalpatti is included in your package. Forest entry tickets, where charged, are paid directly.
Will we definitely see elephants at Dubare?
You will see the camp and the river, but elephant interaction sessions are run by the forest department and are subject to daily availability, weather and river conditions. We never guarantee them.
Is this trip suitable for parents and young children?
Yes. It is an easy, vehicle-based itinerary with no trekking, short driving days and comfortable resorts — one of our most popular family formats.
How do we reach Coorg?
Nearest airports are Mangalore (approx. 3.5 hrs), Mysore (approx. 3 hrs) and Bangalore (approx. 5–6 hrs). Mysore is the nearest major railhead. Pickup from your chosen point is included.
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