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6-Day Southern Karnataka Road Trip (Aug 25–30, 2025) — Car Delivered to BLR 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; allow about 45–75 minutes depending on queues and arrivals traffic.
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9:15am

Car delivery to BLR (rental company meets you at arrivals)

Rental agent brings the car to the airport, completes ID verification and hands over keys — inspect the vehicle and confirm insurance and fuel policy; allow 30–45 minutes.
INR0, 45m

10:00am

Drive BLR → Mysore (NH275)

Start the drive to Mysore; smooth highway driving typically takes about 3–3.5 hours with a short comfort stop en route.
INR0, 3h30m

1:45pm

Lunch — Vinayaka Mylari, Mysore

Enjoy the iconic Mysore-style dosa and filter coffee at Vinayaka Mylari near the palace area; quick, local and highly recommended.
INR300, 45m

3:00pm

Mysore Palace (open 10:00–17:30)

Visit the ornate Indo-Saracenic palace with gilded interiors and royal rooms — great for photography and history; allow 1–1.5 hours.
INR200, 1h30m

4:45pm

Chamundi Hill & Nandi Bull viewpoint

Drive up Chamundi Hill for the temple and panoramic city views; the temple and viewpoints are accessible through the evening.
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7:30pm

Dinner — RRR or Dasaprakash, Mysore

Choose RRR for hearty Mysore biryani or Dasaprakash for a refined South Indian thali; both are open in the evening for a relaxed meal.
INR500, 1h0m

9:00pm

Check into Mysore hotel

Settle into your pre-booked Mysore hotel and rest 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 eateries near palace

Have a hearty South Indian breakfast with idli/dosa and filter coffee at your hotel or a nearby café; most open by 7:00–8:00.
INR300, 45m

8:30am

Drive Mysore → Madikeri via Hunsur

Scenic drive through Hunsur and countryside toward Coorg; expect roughly 3–3.5 hours depending on traffic and stops.
INR0, 3h30m

12:15pm

Lunch — Coorg Cuisine or local homestay

Try authentic Kodava dishes such as pandi curry and akki rotti at Coorg Cuisine or a recommended homestay offering home-style meals (lunch usually 12:00–15:00).
INR450, 1h0m

2:00pm

Abbey Falls (open ~08:30–17:30)

Short walk to viewpoints of Abbey Falls surrounded by coffee and spice estates — photogenic and easy to access.
INR50, 1h0m

4:00pm

Madikeri Fort & Raja's Seat (good for sunset)

Explore the historic fort and head to Raja's Seat for panoramic sunset views over the Western Ghats; the fort is typically open 09:00–18:00.
INR50, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner — Hotel or The Falls at Tamara (if available)

Enjoy local or continental dishes at your hotel; for a special meal try The Tamara's properties or a well-reviewed restaurant if reservations are possible.
INR600, 1h0m

9:30pm

Overnight at Madikeri plantation stay

Relax at a plantation homestay or boutique hotel to experience Coorg hospitality and tranquil hill ambience.
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Day 3: Coorg Discovery

Madikeri (Coorg), India on August 27, 2025

6:30am

Coffee plantation walk & estate tour (many start ~07:00)

Guided plantation walks explain coffee growing and processing with tastings; book a tour in advance for the best experience.
INR600, 2h0m

9:30am

Breakfast at your homestay or nearby café

Freshly-brewed Coorg coffee and a hearty breakfast at the homestay or estate café—ideal after an early walk.
INR350, 45m

10:30am

Dubare Elephant Camp (check current schedule)

Optional hands-on interaction, feeding and (seasonal) bathing sessions with elephants; timings usually 07:30–16:30 and bookings are recommended.
INR300, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch — Homestay or local restaurant

Enjoy a homestyle Kodava lunch if available at your stay, or a nearby restaurant serving regional specialties.
INR450, 1h0m

3:00pm

Bhagamandala / Tala Kaveri (optional afternoon visit)

Visit the Bhagamandala temple complex or Tala Kaveri (source of the Kaveri) for scenic and cultural sights; both are best visited in daylight.
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7:00pm

Dinner & relax at your plantation stay

Unwind with a relaxed Kodava dinner at your stay; hosts often serve freshly-cooked local meals by arrangement.
INR500, 1h0m

9:30pm

Overnight in Madikeri

Rest at your Coorg accommodation preparing for the longer drive to Belur and 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 depart early to reach Belur mid-morning; drive time from Madikeri is roughly 3–3.5 hours to reach the Hoysala temples region.
INR300, 1h0m

10:30am

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

Marvel at Hoysala-era stone-carving artistry in the Chennakeshava temple complex — plan about an hour to explore the site and sculptures.
INR50, 1h0m

12:00pm

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

Short drive to Halebidu to view another fine Hoysala temple with intricate panels and historic significance; allow ~1–1.25 hours.
INR50, 1h15m

1:30pm

Lunch — Local restaurant near Halebidu/Belur

Comfortable lunch stop serving South Indian thalis and regional dishes before continuing to Chikmagalur.
INR400, 45m

3:00pm

Drive Halebidu/Belur → Chikmagalur

Pleasant drive into the Chikmagalur coffee hills; typically about 1–1.5 hours depending on stops.
INR0, 1h30m

5:00pm

Explore Chikmagalur town / check into coffee estate stay

Stroll the town, visit a café or relax at your coffee homestay and plan tomorrow's hill activities.
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7:30pm

Dinner — Town C Café or estate kitchen

Dine at a popular café like Town C Café or enjoy an estate-cooked meal at your homestay for local flavors and fresh ingredients.
INR450, 1h0m

9:30pm

Overnight in Chikmagalur (coffee estate stay)

Stay in a coffee bungalow or boutique property to soak up the hill-station charm and restful evening.
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Day 5: Peaks & Return

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

6:00am

Mullayanagiri sunrise & short hike

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

8:30am

Breakfast at homestay or Giri Café

Enjoy fresh coffee and a relaxed breakfast at your homestay or a local café like Giri Café before exploring more or starting the return drive.
INR350, 45m

10:00am

Baba Budangiri / coffee plantation visit

Visit Baba Budangiri range or book a plantation tour to learn about coffee cultivation and processing firsthand.
INR600, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch — Chikmagalur town

Have a leisurely lunch in town (local thali or café) before setting off on the longer drive back to Bangalore.
INR400, 45m

1:30pm

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

Long driving leg (~4.5–5 hours / ~250 km). Depart mid-afternoon to reach an airport-area hotel in the evening—allow extra time for traffic.
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7:30pm

Check into airport-area hotel & freshen up

Settle into a hotel near Kempegowda Airport for convenience; relax and prepare for the final day's short outings and car return.
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8:00pm

Dinner — Hotel restaurant near airport

Enjoy a calm dinner at the hotel or a nearby restaurant to end the day comfortably before the final day.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 6: Nandi Hills & Return

Bengaluru, India (Nandi Hills & city) → Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) 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 any vehicle restrictions — spend ~1–1.5 hours on the hill.
INR0, 2h0m

8:00am

Breakfast — Hilltop snacks or Nandi Upachar

Grab simple hilltop snacks or descend to a nearby café such as Nandi Upachar for a fuller South Indian breakfast.
INR350, 45m

9:30am

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

Choose Lalbagh for a botanical walk and glasshouse, or Bangalore Palace for interiors and history; spend about 2 hours at one attraction.
INR300, 2h0m

12:30pm

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

Taste iconic Bangalore South Indian cuisine; aim to arrive earlier to avoid long queues (especially at Vidyarthi Bhavan).
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Optional: Cubbon Park stroll or quick shopping on Commercial Street

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

4:00pm

Drive to BLR airport for car return

Return to Kempegowda International Airport for the rental car handover; since the car was delivered to the airport, plan to return it there—allow time for airport traffic and rental inspection.
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5:00pm

Car return & handover at BLR (complete by 20:00)

Complete vehicle inspection, paperwork and final settlement with the rental company at the airport; keep fuel receipts and vehicle photos ready in case of discrepancies.
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6:30pm

Airport formalities / relax at lounge or terminal

After handover, check-in for flights or relax in the terminal lounge while waiting for departure — this completes the hired car period and the trip.
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8:00pm

Final wrap-up at BLR

Ensure all belongings are collected and finalize any travel notes; you're done with the road trip as the rental coverage ends at 20:00.
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