Coorg Backpacking
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Overview
Coorg is often referred to as the Scotland of India. It is one of the most accessible and popular hill stations in South India. Located amidst paradisiacal surroundings, it offers endless opportunities for tourists to get closer to nature and its wonders
Besides natural beauty, the region is also a renowned cultural hub. Coorg is home to Bylakuppe, India’s second-largest Tibetan settlement.
So let’s Unwind in the lap of nature where aromatic coffee and spice plantations, lush green hills, cascading waterfalls sooth the senses, forget all our worries and have time of our lives at Coorg Wandering Souls.
Cost:
- Per Person (Ex-Mangalore) - ₹12,499/-
- Per Person with Sleeper Train Tickets (Ex-Mumbai) - ₹14,999/-
- Per Person with 3rd AC Train Tickets (Ex-Mumbai) - ₹17,999/-
Note - You can opt for Double sharing at an additional cost of ₹3000 per room
Please Note : AC Tickets is depend on the availability , Incase for any reason we are not able to provide AC tickets , then we will provide you confirmed sleeper coach train tickets and difference in fare will be refunded back to your account in 3-5 working days.
Included/Excluded
- Train Travel from Mumbai to Mangalore and Back - Sleeper Class
- All internal transportation in Private Vehicle
- 3 Night Stay on Triple sharing Basis - (Double sharing available at additional cost (subject to availability))
- Breakfast on Day 3, Day 4 & Day 5
- Dinner on Day 2, Day 3 & Day 4
- Entry Fees
- All permits
- Post & Pre Trip Support
- Memories of a lifetime
- Wandering Souls Merchandise
- Meals during Train Travel
- All Lunches
- Any shopping or personal expense
- Tips to hotel/camp staff and driver
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
- Spice Plantation Tour
- Elephant interaction at Elephant Camp
Tour Plan
Day 1 - Leave for Mangalore | Overnight Train Journey
Meet team Wandering Souls and your fellow travellers at CSMT and start your journey at 9.00 pm towards Mangalore. You can board the train from Thane & Panvel as well
(For 2nd October batch we will start with 12619 Matsyagandha Express) -
LTT - 3:15 PM
Thane - 3:40 PM
Panvel - 4:20 PM
Day 2 - Bylakuppe | Overnight at Coorg
- Arrive at Mangalore Railway Station in the afternoon and have lunch.
- (2nd october Batch will reach by Morning and Post breakfast (at own cost) will move towards Coorg)
- Travel to Coorg after lunch.
- Check in to the hotel.
- Visit Bylakuppe, the largest Tibetan settlement in South India, known for its impressive 62-foot Buddha statues covered in gold plates.
- Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3 - Elephant Camp, Talacauvery & Raja Seat| Overnight at Coorg
- Start the day with an early breakfast and proceed to Harangi Elephant Camp and Dam to experience interactions with elephants.
- Visit Cauvery Nisargadhama, an island formed by the river Cauvery, known for its lush bamboo groves and picnic spots.
- Have lunch in Kushalnagar.
- Visit Bhagamandala and Talacauvery, also known as Dakshin Kashi, the birthplace of the river Cauvery, located at the foot of the scenic Brahmagiri Hills. The river flows underground as 'Guptagamini' before re-emerging at Nagateerta.
- If time permits, visit Raja Seat, a picturesque picnic spot surrounded by nature.
- Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 4 - Omkareshwar Temple, Madikeri Fort , Abbey Falls & Spice Plantation| Overnight at Coorg
- Enjoy breakfast in the morning.
- Visit Omkareshwara Temple, built in 1820, known for its unique blend of Kerala and Islamic architectural styles with red-tile roofs and domes.
- Take a quick look at Madikeri Fort, a 19th-century structure with stone ramparts, now serving as a prison.
- Visit Abbey Falls, nestled amidst private coffee and spice estates.
- Have lunch on the way.
- Explore a Spice Plantation
- Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5 - Journey Back | Overnight Journey to Mumbai
- Have breakfast in the morning and check out from the hotel.
- Drive to Mangalore Railway Station.
- Board the train for the journey home.
- Overnight Journey by train.
Day 6 - Reach Mumbai
We will reach Mumbai by morning. Back to monday life with lots of memories.
Calendar & Prices
Per Person - Triple Sharing
Per Person - Triple Sharing
FAQs
How will you contact me once I register?
We will be mailing you the details a day or two before the event.
Can I come alone?
Yes, many of our participants are solo travellers.
Is it safe for a female solo traveller?
It is completely safe for a female solo traveller as our representatives will be there with you all the time. Moreover, most of our events have 60% female participation.
What is the stay like at Coorg?
We will be staying on Triple sharing basis. A Male will be sharing room with another Male. Female will share with female. You can opt for Double sharing by paying extra
Would I get cellular connectivity in Coorg?
You will get intermittent cellular connectivity in Coorg
What type of food will I get?
We will be having our Breakfast an Dinner at our Hotel/Outside Restaurant. For lunch we will be exploring restaurants and cafes of the Coorg who serve different cuisines.
What kind of clothing we need to wear?
Comfortable clothing and raincoats/umbrella. A detailed list will be send upon booking
What is the group size?
The group size will be between 6 – 15 Trippers
Disclaimer
Cancellations & Refunds
- No refund (Partial or otherwise) will be made if you voluntarily leave or drop out of a trip for any reason after the trip has begun.
- No refunds will be made for any accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, meals or services not utilized.
- If cancellation done by participant prior to 15 days of the trip start date 90% of total price will be refunded
- If cancellation done by participant prior to 7 days of the trip start date 50% of total price will be refunded
- If cancellation done by participant prior to 3 days of the trip start date 25% of total price will be refunded
- No refund would be granted if cancelled within 3 days of the trip start date
