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6-Day Southern Karnataka Road Trip (Aug 25–30, 2025) — Car Pickup/Drop 43km from Bangalore Airport

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Day 1: Arrival & Mysore

Bengaluru, India → Mysore, India on August 25, 2025

8:00am

Arrival at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)

Land and clear immigration/baggage; expect ~45–75 minutes to exit arrivals depending on queues.
INR0, 1h0m

9:00am

Taxi/ride to car rental pickup (43 km from airport)

Take a prepaid taxi or app ride from the airport to the rental company office located ~43 km away — allow extra time for city traffic and paperwork.
INR1200, 1h15m

10:30am

Collect rental car & complete paperwork

Inspect the car, verify insurance, fuel policy and GPS/phone mount; expect 30–60 minutes for formalities.
INR0, 45m

11:15am

Drive from rental office → Mysore (NH275)

Begin the main drive to Mysore; typical drive takes about 3–3.5 hours depending on traffic and short breaks.
INR0, 3h30m

2:45pm

Lunch — Vinayaka Mylari or local Mysore restaurant

Enjoy classic Mysore dosas and filter coffee at a popular local spot or hotel near the palace; convenient and energizing for the afternoon.
INR300, 45m

4:00pm

Mysore Palace visit (open 10:00–17:30)

Explore the ornate Indo-Saracenic palace with richly decorated rooms and courtyards — allow 1–1.5 hours for interiors and photography.
INR200, 1h30m

5:45pm

Chamundi Hill & Nandi Bull viewpoint

Drive up Chamundi Hill for the temple and panoramic views of Mysore; the temple and viewpoints are accessible during daylight/evening hours.
INR0, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner — RRR (Mysore biryani) or Dasaprakash

Try local biryani or a South Indian thali at a well-known restaurant; most are open into the evening for a relaxed meal.
INR500, 1h0m

9:00pm

Check into Mysore hotel

Settle into your pre-booked Mysore hotel; rest early for the drive to Coorg the next morning.
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Day 2: Mysore → Coorg

Mysore, India → Madikeri (Coorg), India on August 26, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast — hotel or local café

Light South Indian breakfast and filter coffee to fuel the mountain drive; most eateries open by 7:00–8:00.
INR300, 45m

8:30am

Drive Mysore → Madikeri (Coorg) via Hunsur

Scenic route through Hunsur and Kushalnagar; expect roughly 3–3.5 hours depending on stops and road conditions.
INR0, 3h30m

12:15pm

Lunch — Coorg-style meal (Coorg Cuisine/homestay)

Try local Kodava dishes such as pandi curry and akki rotti at a recommended restaurant or homestay — lunch service typically 12:00–15:00.
INR450, 1h0m

2:00pm

Abbey Falls (open ~08:30–17:30)

Short walk to the viewpoints of Abbey Falls set among coffee and spice estates — an easy and photogenic stop.
INR50, 1h0m

4:00pm

Madikeri Fort & Raja's Seat (sunset)

Visit the fort and then head to Raja's Seat for evening views over the Western Ghats; fort typically open 09:00–18:00.
INR50, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner — hotel or local restaurant

Relax with local or continental dishes at your hotel or a nearby restaurant; many serve dinner until 9–10pm.
INR500, 1h0m

9:30pm

Overnight at Madikeri (Coorg) hotel/plantation stay

Enjoy a plantation stay or boutique hotel to experience Coorg hospitality and tranquil hill ambience.
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Day 3: Coorg Exploration

Madikeri (Coorg), India on August 27, 2025

6:30am

Coffee plantation walk & estate visit (starts ~07:00)

Guided estate walks show bean processing and tasting; many estates run tours from early morning—book ahead if possible.
INR600, 2h0m

9:30am

Breakfast at your stay or estate café

Fresh coffee and a hearty breakfast at the homestay or café — usually available by 7:30–10:30.
INR350, 45m

10:30am

Dubare Elephant Camp (optional; confirm timings)

Morning interactions and river activities are available at Dubare (generally 07:30–16:30) — booking recommended for elephant bathing/feeding experiences.
INR300, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch — homestay or Madikeri restaurant

Sample homestyle Kodava lunch with local flavors—many homestays offer authentic meals by reservation.
INR450, 1h0m

3:00pm

Bhagamandala / Tala Kaveri (optional afternoon visit)

Visit Bhagamandala temple complex or Tala Kaveri, the source of the Kaveri — both are daylight-accessible and scenic in the afternoon.
INR0, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner & relax at your plantation stay

Enjoy a relaxed Kodava dinner at your stay; many hosts serve a home-cooked evening meal when requested.
INR500, 1h0m

9:30pm

Overnight in Madikeri

Rest up for the longer driving day to Belur/Halebidu and onward to Chikmagalur tomorrow.
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Day 4: Belur/Halebidu → Chikmagalur

Madikeri (Coorg) → Belur/Halebidu → Chikmagalur, India on August 28, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast & depart for Belur

Have breakfast and leave early; driving to Belur takes ~3–3.5 hours from Madikeri allowing a mid-morning arrival at the temples.
INR300, 1h0m

10:30am

Belur — Chennakeshava Temple (open ~09:00–17:00)

Remarkable Hoysala-era temple celebrated for detailed stone-carving work — allow ~1 hour to explore the complex.
INR50, 1h0m

12:00pm

Halebidu — Hoysaleswara Temple (open ~09:00–17:00)

Short drive from Belur to Halebidu to see another exceptional Hoysala temple complex with sculptural panels and history.
INR50, 1h15m

1:30pm

Lunch — local restaurant near Halebidu/Belur

Casual southern Indian lunch stop serving thalis and local dishes; good break before the drive to Chikmagalur.
INR400, 45m

3:00pm

Drive Halebidu/Belur → Chikmagalur

Scenic drive into the coffee hill region; typically takes ~1–1.5 hours depending on stops and road conditions.
INR0, 1h30m

5:00pm

Explore Chikmagalur town or relax at your coffee homestay

Stroll the town, visit a café, or unwind at the homestay and plan the next day's hill activities.
INR0, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner — local restaurant or estate kitchen

Enjoy locally-sourced ingredients and a hearty dinner at a homestay or small restaurant in Chikmagalur.
INR450, 1h0m

9:30pm

Overnight in Chikmagalur (coffee estate stay)

Stay in a coffee bungalow or boutique property to soak up hill-station charm.
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Day 5: Chikmagalur Peaks → Return to Bangalore

Chikmagalur, India → Bengaluru, India (airport-area hotel) on August 29, 2025

6:00am

Mullayanagiri sunrise & short hike

Drive early for sunrise at Karnataka's highest peak — cool morning views and short trekking options are best at dawn.
INR0, 2h0m

8:30am

Breakfast at homestay or estate café

Freshly-brewed local coffee and a relaxed breakfast before a morning of plantation sights or the return drive.
INR350, 45m

10:00am

Baba Budangiri / coffee plantation tour

Visit the Baba Budangiri range or book a detailed plantation tour to see coffee cultivation and processing first-hand.
INR600, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch — Chikmagalur town

Stop for lunch in town before the longer drive back to Bangalore; typical lunch hours 12:00–15:00.
INR400, 45m

1:30pm

Drive Chikmagalur → Bangalore (aim for airport-area hotel)

Longer driving leg (~4.5–5 hours / ~250 km). Depart mid-afternoon to reach an airport-area hotel in the evening—allow extra time for city traffic.
INR0, 5h0m

7:30pm

Check into airport-area hotel & freshen up

Settle into a hotel near Kempegowda Airport for convenience with the next day's short outings and the planned rental return.
INR0, 0h30m

8:00pm

Dinner — hotel restaurant near airport

Relax with dinner at the hotel or a nearby restaurant; a calm evening before the final day of activities and car return.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 6: Nandi Hills & Return

Bengaluru, India (Nandi Hills & city) → Rental drop-off location (43 km) → BLR Airport on August 30, 2025

5:30am

Early drive to Nandi Hills (gates open around 06:00)

Head up for sunrise and fresh morning air; arriving early helps avoid crowds and vehicle restrictions — plan ~1–1.5 hours on the hill.
INR0, 2h0m

8:00am

Breakfast on Nandi Hills or nearby café

Simple hilltop snacks or descend to a café for a fuller breakfast; many roadside cafés open by 08:00.
INR350, 45m

9:30am

Bangalore city visit — Lalbagh Botanical Garden (06:00–19:00) or Bangalore Palace (10:00–17:30)

Choose one main city attraction for a 2-hour visit — Lalbagh for botanical walk and glasshouse, or Bangalore Palace for interiors and history.
INR300, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch — MTR or Vidyarthi Bhavan (check opening hours and queues)

Try iconic Bangalore South Indian cuisine; arrive earlier rather than later to avoid long waits at peak times.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Optional: Cubbon Park stroll or quick shopping on Commercial Street

Leisurely walk in Cubbon Park or pick up souvenirs on Commercial Street depending on energy and time.
INR0, 1h30m

4:00pm

Depart city for rental car drop-off (43 km from airport)

Drive to the rental company's agreed drop-off point (same office as pickup, ~43 km from airport); allow 1–1.5 hours for the drive depending on traffic.
INR0, 1h30m

5:30pm

Car return & handover at rental office (completing by 20:00)

Complete vehicle inspection, paperwork and final settlement; aim to finish early in case any issues arise—keep fuel receipt and condition photos ready.
INR0, 1h0m

6:45pm

Taxi/transfer from rental office → Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)

Take a taxi or pre-booked transfer from the remote drop-off back to the airport; allow 45–75 minutes for road travel depending on traffic and exact location.
INR1200, 1h0m

8:00pm

Arrive at BLR Airport & wrap up

Reach the airport in time for your onward flight or departure formalities — this completes the hired car period and the road trip as planned.
INR0, 0h0m
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