11 Long Weekend Trips in India Perfect for Quick Breaks

5. Coorg (Kodagu) — Coffee Hills and Calm

Coorg, or Kodagu, is a compact hill district that makes an ideal nature reset. Think coffee-scented mornings, short walks among plantation rows, and a slow day beside a river. Start with a plantation tour and a local-style breakfast, then visit Abbey Falls and a short trek or jeep ride to a viewpoint. Spend an evening at a homestay where the hosts serve regional Kodava dishes and tell stories about harvest cycles. Coorg is also a good base for easy trekking and birdwatching. Approximate travel times (confirm before booking): Delhi — flight to Bengaluru (2–3 hours) + 5–6 hour drive to Coorg; Mumbai — 1–1.5 hour flight to Bengaluru + 5–6 hour drive; Bengaluru — 5–6 hour drive or overnight bus; Chennai — 2–3 hour flight to Bengaluru + long drive; Kolkata — 2–3 hour flight to Bengaluru + drive. The best months are October through March, when mornings are cool and misty. Road transfers from Bengaluru vary with traffic, so allow extra time.