Coorg-the Scotland of india

 Coorg-the Scotland of India-

Karnataka state in India has many beautiful hill stations. People living in the capital city Bangalore are blessed with n number of options for weekend getaways. Coorg is a little town near Bangalore and is fondly called as Scotland of India. Here’s an Itinerary to experience the best of Coorg in 3 days.

With the world opening up after a 2 years battle in the harshest of the pandemic, let’s hope things get better. Travelers are flocking in again and here’s a sharing of a practical itinerary to get the best of Coorg.

Why you should visit Coorg

The fact that Coorg is known as Scotland of India itself speaks a lot about it. It is known for its tranquility, coffee plantations, and rich culture. In Coorg, you can enjoy the scenic beauty of Western Ghats all through the journey. Roads in Coorg are surrounded by coffee plantations and pepper vines. It will be hard to take your eyes off the roads itself. All the big coffee players in the market have their plantations in Coorg including Tata Coffee which operates the world-famous Starbucks in India. Now you know where Starbucks coffee beans are sourced from in India.

Best Time to Visit Coorg

Coorg has tropical weather which remains pleasant throughout the year. Monsoons are a little fierce hence people should avoid visiting between the months of June to September. But if you’re looking for a leisure trip then you can just book a homestay amid the coffee plantation and enjoy the spectacular views of the valley during the monsoon.

The apt time to visit Coorg is between October to Feb, when you can enjoy the sightseeing as well as outdoor activities.   

How to Reach Coorg

Coorg is approximately 270 KM from Bangalore, 150 KM from Mangalore and 118 KM from Mysore. It takes 5-6 hours from Bangalore and approx. 3 hours from Mysore & Mangalore to reach Coorg by Road. There is no direct connectivity through train or flight. 

Coorg by Road

The most common and easiest way to reach Coorg is by Bus. Bus services are available from all major cities in Karnataka including capital city Bangalore, Mangalore & Mysore. Frequency of buses higher from Bangalore. Government and as well as private bus services are available. You can book through the KSRTC official website or Redbus.com. Please check the type of bus before booking, if images are not available on KSRTC try to google the same. The best option at cheaper cost would Airavat Club Class buses at 8 USD which you can book through the KSRTC website.

Apart from buses, you can also hire your own cab for 3 days which will cost you around 170 USD depending on the type of cab. If you’re traveling in a group, I would recommend you take this option as it will ease your commutation in and around Coorg as well. 

There are many online travel agencies like Make my Trip, Yatra.com where you can easily book a cab. 

Coorg by Train

There is no railway station in Coorg, the nearest one is in Mysore and Mangalore. So, you can reach the nearest railway station and then hop on the bus to Coorg. Mysore has more frequent buses to Coorg than Mangalore so it will be a better option. Plus, even if you have to wait for your bus in Mysore you can explore this little town as well. 

Coorg by Air

Again, the nearest airports are Bangalore and Mangalore International Airports. Mysore also has a domestic airport but there are limited flights. Just remember you can catch the direct bus (FlyBus) till Mysore from the Bangalore Airport itself. Therefore, you don’t need to enter the Bangalore City which will save a lot of time for you. Cab services are also available, but the bus is a better and cheaper alternative. The same services are available at Mangalore International Airport as well. 

The apt time to visit Coorg is between October to Feb, when you can enjoy the sightseeing as well as outdoor activities.