Scenic Road Trip from Tumkur to Chikkamagaluru: A Coffee Lover’s Retreat

Day 1: Drive and Local Exploration

Tumkur to Chikkamagaluru, India on July 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Sri Krishna Hotel, Tumkur

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast of idli and dosa at this well-known local eatery, opening early for fresh morning meals.
INR150, 45m

9:00am

Drive from Tumkur to Chikkamagaluru

Begin your approximately 4-hour drive covering about 180km through Karnataka’s picturesque landscapes, ideal for comfortable road travel with brief stops.
Fuel cost approx. INR1500, 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Town Canteen, Chikkamagaluru

Enjoy a simple but delicious lunch featuring local Kannada dishes like ragi mudde and chicken curry at this popular restaurant known for authentic flavours.
INR300, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Mullayanagiri Peak

Explore Karnataka’s highest peak standing at 1,930m, offering beautiful panoramic views and cool weather; the climb and views are refreshing and worth the visit. Open all day, best in afternoon for clear skies.
Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Check-in and rest at a coffee estate homestay

Relax and unwind at a homestay like Java Rain Resorts, surrounded by lush coffee plantations that offer a peaceful setting and opportunity to learn about coffee cultivation.
INR3500 approx. per night, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Town Canteen or the homestay

Relish a warm dinner of local Karnataka cuisine or continental dishes depending on your appetite and preference at your accommodation or nearby eateries.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 2: Coffee Tours and Nature Trails

Chikkamagaluru, India on July 4, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at the homestay

Fuel up with a wholesome breakfast featuring local fruits and freshly brewed estate coffee to start an active day exploring coffee culture.
Included in stay, 30m

8:30am

Coffee Estate Tour at Kanchenkodu or similar

Join a guided tour through a coffee plantation to learn about bean harvesting, processing, and enjoy tastings of world-class coffee in its origin region. Tours typically run morning till noon.
INR1000, 3h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Town Canteen

Enjoy a refreshing lunch with regional specialties and vegetarian options, perfect after a morning of walking and learning during the tour.
INR300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Hebbe Falls

Take a scenic trek or jeep ride to the enchanting Hebbe Falls, offering an immersive nature experience with waterfalls amidst forested hills. The falls are open for visits in the afternoon; trekking takes about 1.5 hours round trip.
INR100 approximately for jeep ride, 3h0m

5:00pm

Relax at homestay or local café

Return to your accommodation or visit a café such as Town Canteen for a cup of locally brewed coffee and unwind after the day’s activities.
INR150, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Mango Mist Restaurant

Dine at this well-reviewed local restaurant offering a mix of Indian and continental dishes, with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options amid cosy ambience.
INR500, 1h0m
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