2-Day Cultural and Spiritual Escape: Bangalore to Sringeri Itinerary

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Day 1: Travel and Temple Introduction

Bangalore to Sringeri, India on July 9, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at MTR, Bangalore

Enjoy a traditional South Indian breakfast with dosas and filter coffee at Mavalli Tiffin Rooms, a well-known establishment in Bangalore. The restaurant opens at 7:00am, ideal for an early start.

INR200, 1h0m

8:30am

Drive from Bangalore to Sringeri

Depart from Bangalore for a scenic 7-hour drive to Sringeri via NH75, covering about 330 kilometres through lush Western Ghats landscapes.

INR1500 (fuel estimated), 7h0m

3:30pm

Check-in at Hotel Mayura Chikmagalur

Settle into Hotel Mayura Chikmagalur, comfortable accommodation close to the Sringeri Sharadamba Temple.

INR2000, 0h30m

4:00pm

Visit Sringeri Sharadamba Temple

Explore the ancient Sringeri Sharadamba Temple dedicated to Goddess Sharadamba, a centre of Advaita Vedanta established by Adi Shankaracharya. The temple is open until 7:00pm, allowing for an afternoon visit.

Free, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Mayura Chikmagalur

Enjoy a traditional Kannada cuisine dinner with thali and local delicacies at your hotel restaurant, offering a perfect end to your spiritual day.

INR400, 1h0m

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Day 2: Local Exploration and Return

Sringeri, India on July 10, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a light and wholesome breakfast provided by the hotel, including fresh fruits and South Indian staples.

Included, 0h45m

8:00am

Visit Vidyashankara Temple

Visit the 14th-century Vidyashankara Temple, known for its architectural fusion of Hoysala and Vijayanagara styles, open from 8:00am to 6:00pm.

INR20, 1h30m

9:45am

Explore the Sringeri Museum

Discover artifacts related to the spiritual and cultural history of Sringeri at the local museum, open from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

INR50, 1h15m

11:15am

Coffee Plantation Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of nearby coffee plantations to learn about coffee cultivation integral to this region; tours usually last around 1.5 hours and should be pre-booked.

INR300, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Mayura Chikmagalur

Taste local Karnataka cuisine like Bisi Bele Bath and Ragi Mudde served in a warm, welcoming environment.

INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Return Drive to Bangalore

Begin the return journey back to Bangalore, expecting a 7-hour drive with scenic stops if needed.