Bengaluru to Wayanad Journey
Wayanad is the perfect weekend destination from Bengaluru, offering a complete change of scenery just 280 km away.
🚗 By Road
Distance: 280 km
Time: 6-7 hours
Route: Bengaluru → Mysore → Bandipur → Wayanad
✈️ By Flight
Flight: BLR → CCJ (Kozhikode)
Time: 1.5 hours flight + 2 hours drive
Option: Quick but more expensive
🚂 By Train
Train: Bengaluru → Kozhikode
Time: 8-10 hours + 2 hours drive
Option: Overnight journey available
Most Bengaluru travelers prefer the scenic road trip option, which we include in our packages.
Why Choose Our Bengaluru to Wayanad Package
🚗 Door-to-Door Service
Pickup from your location in Bengaluru and drop back. Comfortable AC vehicles with experienced drivers.
🏞️ Scenic Road Trip
Enjoy one of South India's most beautiful drives through Bandipur forests and Western Ghats.
🎯 Flexible Departure
Depart Friday evening or Saturday morning - perfect for weekend getaways from Bengaluru.
💰 Best Value
Compared to flights, our road packages offer 40-50% savings while providing a memorable journey.
Bengaluru to Wayanad: 3-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Bengaluru → Wayanad (Scenic Road Trip)
- 6:00 AM: Pickup from your location in Bengaluru (flexible timing available)
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Drive to Mysore (approx. 3 hours)
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Breakfast stop at Mysore (optional Mysore Palace visit)
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Drive through Bandipur National Park (wildlife spotting opportunities)
- 12:30 PM: Reach Wayanad, check into your hotel/resort
- 2:00 PM: Lunch at hotel (optional)
- 3:30 PM: Visit Pookode Lake - boating in freshwater lake
- 5:30 PM: Explore Chain Tree and local spice plantations
- Evening: Relax at resort, enjoy local cuisine
- Overnight: Stay at Wayanad
Day 2: Wayanad Sightseeing & Adventure
- 8:00 AM: Breakfast at hotel
- 9:00 AM: Proceed to 900 Kandi Eco Park & Glass Bridge (breathtaking views)
- 11:00 AM: Adventure activities: Zipline, Burma Bridge, Trekking (optional, additional cost)
- 1:00 PM: Lunch at local restaurant (authentic Kerala cuisine)
- 2:30 PM: Visit Banasura Sagar Dam - largest earth dam in India
- 4:00 PM: Boating at Banasura Dam (seasonal, additional cost)
- 5:30 PM: Evening visit to Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary (safari optional, additional cost)
- 7:30 PM: Return to hotel, free time
- Overnight: Stay at Wayanad
Day 3: Wayanad → Bengaluru (Return Journey)
- 7:00 AM: Early breakfast at hotel
- 8:00 AM: Check out from hotel
- 8:30 AM: Visit Soochipara Waterfalls (3-tier cascading waterfall)
- 10:30 AM: Explore ancient Edakkal Caves (pre-historic rock engravings)
- 12:00 PM: Local shopping: Spices, coffee, handicrafts
- 1:00 PM: Lunch at local restaurant
- 2:00 PM: Begin return journey to Bengaluru
- 8:00 PM: Approximate arrival in Bengaluru (drop at your location)
📝 Package Variations:
Weekend Special: Depart Friday 8 PM, return Sunday 10 PM (ideal for working professionals)
Extended Weekend: 4 days/3 nights (adds Chembra Peak and Kuruva Island)
Luxury Package: Premium resorts, meals included, private guide
What's Included & Excluded
✅ Package Inclusions
- Bengaluru to Wayanad and return road transfers in AC vehicle
- Accommodation for 2 nights in Wayanad (choice of category)
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- All sightseeing as per itinerary
- Driver allowances, tolls, and parking charges
- Pickup and drop from your Bengaluru location
- All applicable taxes
- 24/7 customer support during the trip
❌ Package Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner (can be arranged at extra cost)
- Entry tickets to monuments, parks, and attractions
- Boating charges and adventure activity fees
- Guide charges (available on request)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and tips
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
FAQs for Bengaluru Travelers
Yes, the Bengaluru-Wayanad route is generally safe for travel. However, we recommend daytime travel for better scenic views and wildlife spotting opportunities. For those preferring night travel (departing Friday evening), our experienced drivers are well-acquainted with the route. The highways are well-maintained with sufficient lighting in most sections.
Absolutely! We encourage strategic stops to make the journey enjoyable. Popular stops include:
- Mysore: Breakfast stop, quick visit to Mysore Palace (if time permits)
- Bandipur: Wildlife spotting, photography at forest checkpost
- Gundlupet: Coffee/tea break at local cafes
- Scenic viewpoints: Multiple photo opportunities in Western Ghats
Just inform your driver about your preference for stops.
We provide well-maintained, air-conditioned vehicles suitable for long journeys:
- For 1-3 persons: Sedan (Toyota Etios, Honda City, etc.)
- For 4-6 persons: SUV (Toyota Innova, Mahindra XUV, etc.)
- For 7-12 persons: Tempo Traveller with push-back seats
- Luxury option: Premium SUVs (Fortuner, Endeavour) available
All vehicles have experienced drivers familiar with the Bengaluru-Wayanad route.
Package costs vary based on:
- Number of travelers: More travelers = lower per person cost
- Accommodation category: Budget homestay to luxury resort
- Vehicle type: Sedan, SUV, or Tempo Traveller
- Season: Peak season (Oct-Mar) vs. off-season rates
Sample pricing (per person):
- Budget package (4 people): ₹8,999 - ₹11,999
- Standard package (4 people): ₹11,999 - ₹14,999
- Premium package (4 people): ₹14,999 - ₹19,999
Contact us for exact pricing based on your requirements.
Yes, we offer combined packages that include multiple hill stations:
- Wayanad + Ooty: 5 days/4 nights (via Bandipur-Mudumalai)
- Wayanad + Coorg: 5 days/4 nights (coffee plantation experience)
- Wayanad + Mysore: 4 days/3 nights (cultural and nature combo)
- Wayanad + Munnar: 6 days/5 nights (complete Kerala hill experience)
These extended packages are popular among Bengaluru travelers looking for a comprehensive hill station experience.