Nature3 days
Wayanad Forest Escape
Explore Wayanad’s wooded hills from one base, with time for viewpoints, easy walks and a quiet evening.
DOMESTIC HOLIDAYS
BR Hills Forest & Temple
Visit a hilltop temple and enjoy forested roads on a short trip from Mysore.
1 dayStart in Mysore / MysuruNature lovers and pilgrimage groups
Trip highlights
- Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple
- public forest roads
- viewpoints
Suggested itinerary
Use this day-by-day plan to start the conversation. We can adapt the route and pace for your dates.
- DAY 01
Mysore to BR Hills
Leave in the morning and visit the hilltop Biligiri Rangaswamy temple if open. Pause at permitted viewpoints and return before dark.
When to go
October to March for cooler travel.
What to check before you travel
Check vehicle access and forest timing. Keep the route within public roads and approved facilities.
What your quote may cover
Ask for an itemised quote for the transport, accommodation and activities you want. Meals, tickets, permits, taxes, insurance and other extras are only included if listed in writing. Prices are available on enquiry.
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Questions about this trip
Can I change the route or number of nights?
Yes. Let us know which parts of BR Hills Forest & Temple you want to keep and how much time you have. We can discuss a revised route and quote.
Can you arrange a car or a larger vehicle?
Share the group size, bags and pickup point. We can discuss vehicle size and how it affects the route.
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FROM THE JOURNAL
All guidesRead before you go.
Travel guideBest Places to Visit in Mysore on a First Trip
Mysore Palace makes a good anchor for a first visit. Leave more time inside the complex than you think you will need and pair it with just one nearby stop before lunch.
Travel guideA Simple One-Day Mysore Sightseeing Route
A manageable day in Mysore starts at Chamundi Hill, continues to the palace and ends with a walk near the market. The order matters more than the number of stops.
Travel guideMysore or Mysuru? A Visitor’s Guide to Both Names
Mysuru is the official name and Mysore remains widely used in conversation and familiar names such as Mysore Palace. A change in spelling on your map does not mean a change of city.