Best way to explore Chikmagalur in 3 Days from Bangalore

If you are planning for a day’s holiday or just a weekend to chill out for some adventure with friends or family for a serene getaway, Chikmagalur should definitely be on your weekend bucket list where it has something for everyone and trust us it is going to be one the best experience when you visit this beautiful hill station which is Situated at a height of 3411 feet above the sea level. You can find numerous places & stunning hills with cool breeze where you will experience breathtaking views with a pleasant feeling, consider doing nature walks with your loved ones top of the peak. The coffee land has always welcomed different faiths & will never stop to impress you.

A mesmerising hill station in the Western Ghats, which covers a distance of 32 square Kms, Chikmagalur Tour makes a perfect weekend getaway, from Bangalore who wishes to travel by bus or car the distance is about 245 Km via NH 75 which can be covered in 05 to 06 hours drive. The nearest railway station is in Kadur about 41 Kms which can be covered in 01 hour drive and the nearest airport is in Mangalore about 148 Kms which can be covered in 04 to 05 hours drive. The journey starting from the city towards this charming location has some really great places to visit like Shravanabelagola, Belur, Halebidu & more. Chikmagalur gets its name from "Chikka magala ooru" which means "younger daughter's town".

Key points to keep in mind while you are travelling from Bangalore to Chikmagalur if you want your holiday to be the best and amazing one.

Route: Bangalore via NH75 towards Kunigal – Channarayapattana – Hassan – Belur – Chikmagalur.

Distance: 260 kilometres.

Best time to visit Chikmagalur: October to February

Destinations: Shravanabelagola, Belur, Halebidu, Mullayanagiri, Baba Budangiri, Kemmangundi, Jhari Falls, Hebbe Falls, Hanumana Gundi Falls, Kallathigiri Falls, Kudremukh National Park, Yagachi Dam, Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Sharadamba Temple ect.

Do’s & Don’ts:

Things to Do: Chikmagalur Tourism has a wealth of nature trails like; trekking, river rafting, kayaking, camping, coffee plantation walk, Spiritual tour, Jeep safari & you can explore the natural and manmade wonders in this beautiful district for a breath taking sightseeing experiences that you can’t afford to miss.

Things Not to Do: In Chikmagalur the slopes, hilly roads & rocks near falls may get slippery during rains, Don't feed the animals in wildlife, don’t take photos of people without permission and don’t do drugs as the penalty for drugs are extreme.

Suggested Itinerary:

Day 01: Start from Bangalore by 06:00 Am and drive to Chikmagalur, en route visit Belur & Halebidu a UNESCO World heritage Site which is one of the must visit place. Temple Timings - 7.30 AM to 6.30 PM, Entry Fee: Free, Rs. 30 for Camera & Rs. 50 for Car Parking. Check in at Hotel in Chikmagalur, if time permits visit Hirekolale Lake or International Coffee Museum, Overnight stay in Chikmagalur.

Day 02: After morning breakfast, Visit Seethalayanagiri, Mullayanagiri, Kavikalgundi View Point, Dab Dabbe Falls, Bababudangiri, Manikhyadhara Falls and Honamanahalla, if time permits visit MG Park and later you can explore the town for Shopping.

Day 03: After morning breakfast, check out from hotel & proceed to visit Kemmangundi and Kallathigiri falls or Manikhyadhara Falls & by evening depart towards Bangalore.