7-Day Karnataka Temple & Nature Tour from Bangalore

Day 1: Bangalore ➜ Jog Falls

Morning: Depart early from Bangalore in the rented Innova 7+1 seater (A/C) and drive towards Jog Falls (approx. 7‑hour drive). Enjoy scenic views of the Western Ghats en route.

Afternoon: Arrive at Jog Falls, check into the budget-friendly Hotel Giri (₹1,800/night). Enjoy a light lunch of local Karnataka cuisine at a nearby eatery.

Evening: Visit the spectacular Jog Falls viewpoint; watch the waterfall during sunset. Return to hotel for dinner and a restful night.

Day 2: Jog Falls ➜ Gokarna

Morning: After breakfast, depart for Gokarna (≈3 hrs). Check‑in at Namaste Guest House (₹2,200/night) near the beach.

Afternoon: Explore the serene Om Beach and Kudle Beach, perfect for a swim or beach walk.

Evening: Enjoy a seaside dinner featuring fresh seafood at Namaste Beach Café. Stroll along the beachfront promenade before retiring.

Day 3: Gokarna ➜ Murudeshwar

Morning: Depart for Murudeshwar Temple (≈2 hrs). Check into the budget-friendly Shree Hotel (₹2,000/night).

Afternoon: Visit the iconic Murudeshwar Shiva Temple with its towering 37 m statue, and enjoy a boat ride to view the temple from the sea.

Evening: Dine at the local “Madhur” restaurant, sampling the famed Fish Curry and coconut rice. Sunset at the temple’s coastal view.

Day 4: Murudeshwar ➜ Kollur (Mookambika) ➜ Udupi

Morning: Drive to Kollur Mookambika Temple (≈2 hrs). Check into the modest Hotel Sri Krishna (₹1,800/night). Offer prayers at the renowned shrine.

Afternoon: Continue to Udupi (≈1 hr). Check‑in at Hotel Marigold (₹2,200/night). Enjoy a traditional Udupi Thali for lunch.

Evening: Visit the historic Udupi Sri Krishna Temple and stroll the nearby Malpe Beach. Dinner at a local eatery serving dosa and chutney.

Day 5: Udupi ➜ Dharmasthala ➜ Kukke Subramanya

Morning: Depart for Dharmasthala Temple (≈2 hrs). Check into Hotel Ananda (₹1,900/night). Attend the ritual “Maha Puja”.

Afternoon: Head to Kukke Subramanya Temple (≈1.5 hrs). Explore the shrine nestled in the Western Ghats, known for its serpent worship.

Evening: Return to the hotel for a relaxed dinner of “Mysore Pak” and local sweets. Night stay in Dharmasthala.

Day 6: Dharmasthala ➜ Bangalore (Return)

Morning: After breakfast, embark on the journey back to Bangalore (≈7 hrs). Stop en‑route for a light snack at a highway dhaba.

Afternoon: Arrive in Bangalore, return the Innova vehicle, and conclude the journey.

Evening: Optional dinner at a Bangalore restaurant to celebrate the trip.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Innova 7+1 seater (A/C) rental & fuel – 2,000 km total, fuel ~₹9,500, rental & driver ~₹12,000 → ₹21,500
• Jog Falls – 2 hrs, entry free → ₹0
• Hotel Giri (Bangalore‑Jog) – 1 night → ₹1,800
• Gokarna (Om & Kudle) – 4 hrs, no fee → ₹0
• Namaste Guest House – 1 night → ₹2,200
• Murudeshwar Temple & boat ride – 3 hrs → ₹300
• Shree Hotel (Murudeshwar) – 1 night → ₹2,000
• Kollur Mookambika Temple – 2 hrs, donation ₹100
• Hotel Sri Krishna (Kollur) – 1 night → ₹1,800
• Udupi Sri Krishna Temple – 2 hrs, donation ₹100
• Hotel Marigold (Udupi) – 1 night → ₹2,200
• Udupi Thali (lunch) – 2 persons → ₹400
• Dharmasthala Temple – 2 hrs, donation ₹150
• Hotel Ananda (Dharmasthala) – 1 night → ₹1,900
• Kukke Subramanya Temple – 2 hrs, donation ₹100
• Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) 6 days – approx. ₹6,000

Total Estimated Cost: ₹59,350

Tips

For a more relaxed pace, add an extra night in Gokarna or Udupi to explore local markets and additional beaches. To shorten the trip, combine the visits to Murudeshwar and Kollur in one day, and skip the evening stop in Dharmasthala, returning directly to Bangalore after Kukke Subramanya. Adjust hotel selections to your budget—both guest houses and mid‑range hotels are available within ₹1,500‑₹2,500 per night. Use local eateries for authentic cuisine at lower costs, and consider pre‑booking the Innova to secure a competitive rate.