Weekend Getaway: Nanjangud, Bandipur & Mysore Highlights (Oct 11‑12, 2025)

Day 1: Oct 11 – Himadagopal Swamy Temple, Nanjangud & Bandipur Adventure

Morning: Depart Nagasandra at 3:00 am and arrive at Himadagopal Swamy Temple in Nanjangud for a peaceful sunrise prayer (≈30 min). Continue to the historic town of Nanjangud to explore the Nanjangud Temple and local market before heading toward the forest (≈1 hour drive).

Afternoon: Enter the Bandipur National Park Safari Zone for a wildlife drive; spot elephants, tigers and deer (≈3 hours). After the safari, enjoy a picnic lunch at the park’s designated area and then visit the nearby Gopalswami Hills for panoramic views.

Evening: Drive to Madumalai Elephant Camp for an interactive session with rescued elephants, including feeding and a short walk (≈2 hours). Return to a comfortable lodge near Bandipur for dinner and a restful night.

Day 2: Oct 12 – Mysore Hilltops, Heritage & Return to Bangalore

Morning: After breakfast, head to Chamundeshwari Hill to ride the cable car and visit the iconic Chamundeshwari Temple (≈2 hours). Descend and explore the historic Mysore Palace and its surrounding gardens.

Afternoon: Visit the serene Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary for a boat ride (≈1.5 hours) and then stop at Srirangapatna to see the Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace and the iconic Ranganathaswamy Temple (≈2 hours). Enjoy a quick lunch of Mysore specialties.

Evening: Return to Bangalore via the scenic route, stopping briefly at Kabini River for sunset photo‑ops (≈30 min). Arrive in Nagasandra by late night, concluding the trip.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Himadagopal Swamy Temple – 0.5 hr – ₹150 (parking & donation)
• Nanjangud Temple – 1 hr – ₹200 (entry & guide)
• Bandipur Safari – 3 hrs – ₹2,200 (vehicle + permit for 4 people)
• Gopalswami Hills – 1 hr – ₹300 (parking)
• Madumalai Elephant Camp – 2 hrs – ₹1,800 (activities for 4)
• Chamundeshwari Hill Cable Car – 1 hr – ₹1,200 (round‑trip tickets)
• Chamundeshwari Temple – 0.5 hr – ₹100 (donation)
• Mysore Palace – 2 hrs – ₹800 (entry + audio guide)
• Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary – 1.5 hrs – ₹600 (boat ride)
• Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace – 1 hr – ₹150 (entry)
• Ranganathaswamy Temple (Srirangapatna) – 0.5 hr – ₹100 (donation)
• Kabini River Sunset Stop – 0.5 hr – ₹0 (free)
• Fuel & Toll Charges (round trip) – – – ₹2,500
• Meals & Snacks – – – ₹1,200
• Accommodation (1 night) – – – ₹3,200
• Total Estimated Cost: ₹13,100

Tips

To extend the trip, add a full day in Bandipur for a guided nature walk and a visit to the nearby Hulikal Waterfalls. If you need to shorten the itinerary, skip the Kabini sunset stop and combine the Mysore Palace and Chamundeshwari visits into a single morning, allowing you to return to Bangalore earlier on Sunday.