Wayanad 2 Day Sightseeing Tour from Bangalore

Discover the ultimate 2-day getaway from Bangalore to scenic Wayanad — perfect for couples, families & solo travelers.
Explore waterfalls, heritage caves, lush lakes, viewpoints and a private cab ride — all in one seamless tour!

Why Choose This Wayanad Weekend Tour

• Wayanad — nestled in the Western Ghats of Kerala — offers lush green hills, misty valleys, paddy fields and some of South India’s most beautiful natural attractions. Just ~8 hours drive from Bangalore, this itinerary is ideal for a weekend escape or short holiday.
  
  

Highlights

• Private cab pickup & drop from Bangalore
• Banasura Sagar Dam boating
• Edakkal Caves ancient rock carvings
• Soochipara Waterfalls
• Lakkidi Viewpoint panoramic views
• Serenity of Pookode Lake boating & strolls

Detailed Overview

• Wayanad is one of the best hill stations in Kerala, and this place has a variety of places to offer tourists. The name Wayanad is derived from Vayal Nadu, which means the land of paddy fields. Soochipara waterfalls, Meenmutty waterfalls, Banasura Sagar dam, Chembra peak, Edakkal caves, Lakkidi viewpoint, and Pookote lake are few of the must-visit places of Wayanad. Wayanad has a rich history and the hills of Wayanad have several shreds of evidence of the New Stone Age civilization. 

Wayanad 2-Day Sightseeing Tour from Bangalore Itinerary

Day 1 – Bangalore → Wayanad

• Pickup from Bangalore: Start early (6–8 AM) for a scenic road trip to Wayanad.
• (Travel time ~295 km, ~8 hrs including breaks.) 
  
  
• En route Stop – Banasura Sagar Dam:
• India’s largest earthen dam and Asia’s second largest
• Enjoy the reservoir views & optional boat rides
• Grab photos against the rolling hills and lush greenery 
• Check-in at hotel/resort in Wayanad
• Relax, freshen up, and prepare for Day 2 adventures.

Day 2 – Classic Wayanad Sightseeing

• Edakkal Caves:
• Explore prehistoric petroglyphs carved on rock walls — dating back thousands of years. 

• Wayanad Heritage Museum:
• See tribal relics and Kerala’s cultural history from Iron Age to medieval times. 
  
  
• Soochipara Waterfalls:
• A stunning cascade surrounded by forest — perfect for pictures and refreshing breeze. 
  
  
• Lakkidi Viewpoint:
• Called the Gateway of Wayanad — experience dramatic cliffside views and misty valleys. 
  
  
• Pookode Lake:
• A tranquil freshwater lake surrounded by wooded hills — boating & nature strolls. 
  
  
• Optional: Chembra Peak Trek
• If you’re up for a challenge, trek to the heart-shaped lake en route — one of Wayanad’s signature experiences. 

• Return to Bangalore: Leave by late afternoon to reach Bangalore by night.
  Note: Roads through Bandipur may have forest timing restrictions (closed at night), so plan departure accordingly.
  
  

Must-Visit Attractions in Wayanad

• Perfect for expanding the tour or future trips
• Karalad Lake – Adventure activities like kayaking & zip-lining near Banasura Sagar. 
• Meenmutty Waterfalls – One of Wayanad’s largest waterfalls (dense forest trek). 
• Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary – Home to elephants, tigers & exotic birds. 
• Kuruva Island – A peaceful river island with bamboo forests & wildlife walks
  
  

Best Time to Visit Wayanad

• Monsoon (Jun–Sep): Lush and green with roaring waterfalls
• Winter (Oct–Feb): Cool days, perfect sightseeing weather
• Summer (Mar–May): Warm but still pleasant in hill regions