7 day itinerary for Mysore, Masinagudi, Bandipur National Park

Itinerary

That sounds like an exciting family trip! Mysore, Masinagudi, and Bandipur National Park are beautiful destinations with a mix of culture, nature, and adventure. Let’s create a fun-filled 7-day itinerary for your family, keeping your budget of ₹60,000 in mind.

## Day 1: Pune to Mysore

• Morning: Depart from Pune early in the morning. You can either take a flight to Mysore (if available) or a train to Mysore Junction.

  • Expenses: Train tickets (approx. ₹1,500 per person) = ₹6,000 for 4.

• Afternoon: Arrive in Mysore, check into a budget hotel (like Hotel Roopa or similar).

  • Expenses: Hotel (₹2,500 for 2 nights) = ₹2,500.

• Evening: Visit the Mysore Palace, which is beautifully lit at night.

  • Expenses: Entry fee (₹50 per adult, free for children) = ₹100.

• Dinner: Enjoy a local meal at a restaurant like RRR or Mylari.

  • Expenses: Dinner (₹1,200 for 4).

Total ## Day 1 Expenses: ₹10,900

## Day 2: Explore Mysore

• Morning: Breakfast at the hotel, then visit the Chamundi Hill and the Chamundeshwari Temple.

  • Expenses: Transport (auto or cab) = ₹500.

• Afternoon: Head to the Mysore Zoo, one of the oldest and well-maintained zoos in India.

  • Expenses: Entry fee (₹60 per adult, free for children) = ₹120.

• Evening: Visit the St. Philomena's Church and take a stroll in the nearby park.

• Dinner: Try some local cuisine at a nearby restaurant.

  • Expenses: Dinner (₹1,200 for 4).

Total ## Day 2 Expenses: ₹2,920

## Day 3: Mysore to Masinagudi

• Morning: After breakfast, check out and head to Masinagudi (approx. 2.5 hours drive).

  • Expenses: Taxi fare (₹2,500).

• Afternoon: Check into a homestay or resort in Masinagudi (like Jungle Hut or similar).

  • Expenses: Accommodation (₹3,000 for 2 nights) = ₹3,000.

• Evening: Relax and enjoy the natural surroundings. You can take a short nature walk.

• Dinner: Enjoy a meal at the resort.

  • Expenses: Dinner (₹1,200 for 4).

Total ## Day 3 Expenses: ₹6,700

## Day 4: Bandipur National Park

• Morning: Early morning safari in Bandipur National Park (approx. 30 minutes from Masinagudi).

  • Expenses: Safari cost (₹1,500 for 4).

• Afternoon: Return to Masinagudi for lunch and some leisure time.

  • Expenses: Lunch (₹1,200 for 4).

• Evening: Explore the local area or relax at the resort.

• Dinner: Enjoy a campfire dinner at the resort.

  • Expenses: Dinner (₹1,200 for 4).

Total ## Day 4 Expenses: ₹4,900

## Day 5: Masinagudi to Bandipur

• Morning: After breakfast, check out and head to Bandipur (approx. 30 minutes drive).

  • Expenses: Taxi fare (₹1,000).

• Afternoon: Check into a resort in Bandipur (like Bandipur Safari Lodge).

  • Expenses: Accommodation (₹3,000 for 2 nights) = ₹3,000.

• Evening: Enjoy the resort facilities and relax.

• Dinner: Dinner at the resort.

  • Expenses: Dinner (₹1,200 for 4).

Total ## Day 5 Expenses: ₹6,200

## Day 6: Bandipur National Park

• Morning: Another safari in Bandipur National Park.

  • Expenses: Safari cost (₹1,500 for 4).

• Afternoon: Return to the resort for lunch.

  • Expenses: Lunch (₹1,200 for 4).

• Evening: Visit the nearby villages or take a nature walk.

• Dinner: Dinner at the resort.

  • Expenses: Dinner (₹1,200 for 4).

Total ## Day 6 Expenses: ₹5,900

## Day 7: Bandipur to Mysore and Return to Pune

• Morning: After breakfast, check out and head back to Mysore (approx. 1 hour drive).

  • Expenses: Taxi fare (₹1,000).

• Afternoon: Visit the local market for some shopping and lunch.

  • Expenses: Lunch (₹1,200 for 4).

• Evening: Depart from Mysore to Pune by train.

  • Expenses: Train tickets (approx. ₹1,500 per person) = ₹6,000 for 4.

Total ## Day 7 Expenses: ₹9,200

Overall Expenses Summary

• ## Day 1: ₹10,900
• ## Day 2: ₹2,920
• ## Day 3: ₹6,700
• ## Day 4: ₹4,900
• ## Day 5: ₹6,200
• ## Day 6: ₹5,900
• ## Day 7: ₹9,200

Total Trip Cost: ₹46,920

This leaves you with a buffer of around ₹13,080 for any additional expenses, souvenirs, or unexpected costs.

Tips:

• Always carry some snacks and water for the child during travel.
• Make sure to check the safari timings and book in advance if possible.
• Enjoy the local cuisine and try to engage in activities that the child would enjoy, like nature walks or visiting the zoo.

Have a fantastic trip filled with wonderful memories! If you have any more questions or need adjustments, feel free to ask!