Quick, reliable South-Indian breakfast (idli, dosa, filter coffee) at a clean highway A2B or comparable hotel to refuel for the drive; most outlets open from 6:00am.
The temple is the town's spiritual core and can be visited in the evening for a quieter experience; typical temple timings are split (morn/eve) — expect evenings around 5:00–8:00pm.
Popular beachfront cafe serving seafood, Mediterranean and Indian dishes with a relaxed vibe; a good place for a leisurely dinner (open typically until ~10:30–11:00pm).
Early walk on the beach (or quick shoreline yoga) followed by breakfast at a beach cafe (Kudle Beach Cafe or similar) which usually opens around 7:00–8:00am.
Visit the towering Shiva statue, the temple complex and the Raja Gopura for panoramic sea views; the temple complex is normally open from early morning until late evening (approx 6:00am–9:00pm).
Fill up on coastal Karnataka cuisine (fresh fish thali or vegetarian options); many decent multi-cuisine hotels and local restaurants near the temple remain open midday.
Longer inland drive across the Western Ghats (approx 3.5–4.5 hours, ~150–180 km depending on exact route); expect twisty ghats roads—drive carefully and take breaks.
Sagara has a few decent hotels and diners serving Karnataka cuisine and North Indian dishes; ideal for a filling dinner after the long drive (restaurants generally open until 10:00–11:00pm).
Visit the main viewpoints (Visvesvaraya, Sailana) when crowds are fewer and the light is best; Jog Falls viewpoint area is usually open from ~6:00am to ~5:30pm. Peak monsoon months show maximum flow but late September/early October should still be impressive.
Simple breakfast at a lodge or nearby cafe; if staying in Sagara many hotels offer breakfast included or you can pick a quick tiffin/petti from a local eatery (opens 7:00–9:00am).
Short visit to Balepadmavathi — follow local signage from Jog Falls/Sagara; this is listed as your requested stop so allow 45–90 minutes for a temple/heritage/local attraction visit and photos (confirm exact location locally).
Start the return trip via NH69/NH48 (approx 7.5–9 hours depending on stops and traffic); plan fuel and a comfortable driver-rotation if traveling with companions.
Stop at a clean highway restaurant or established hotel (Mayura/Western-style restaurants on NH corridors) for a relaxed lunch and rest; many highway restaurants are open 11:00am–10:00pm.