Up the Thamarassery ghat, across Wayanad and through the Bandipur forest to Mysore's palace, Chamundi Hill, Brindavan and Srirangapatna — a royal road trip in your own vehicle.
Highlights: Mysore Palace, Brindavan Gardens, Bandipur forest, Chamundi Hill
Itinerary
Day 1 · 6:00 AM — Pickup & drive to Mysore From your door in Kozhikode — about 220 km via the Thamarassery ghat, Sulthan Bathery and Bandipur, roughly 7 hours. (Stay booked by you)
Day 1 · late morning — Muthanga & Bandipur forests The highway runs through two wildlife reserves — watch for deer and elephants. (Forest road closed at night)
Day 1 · evening — Srirangapatna & Brindavan Gardens Tipu Sultan's island fort, then the gardens and musical fountain below KRS dam. (Entry own expense)
Day 2 · morning — Mysore Palace The Wodeyars' palace of stained glass, mirrors and carved doors. (Entry own expense)
Day 2 · afternoon — Chamundi Hill & the lit-up palace The hilltop temple and city view; the palace lights up on Sunday and holiday evenings. (Illumination Sun & holidays)
Day 3 · 7:00 AM — Drive home About 220 km back through Bandipur and Wayanad; at your door in Kozhikode by mid-afternoon.
Good to know
🏰 Mysore Palace: Plan Day 2 on a Sunday or public holiday for the evening illumination. Shoes are removed inside — carry socks.
🪪 Karnataka entry: Mysore is in Karnataka: interstate permit, border tax and tolls are billed at actual cost. We re-check entry rules before you travel.
🐘 Bandipur road: The forest stretch is closed to traffic from 9 PM to 6 AM — we cross in daylight. No stopping or feeding animals inside the forest.
🏨 Your stays: You book two nights in Mysore; near the palace is easiest. Your driver's night allowances are in our price.
