Weekend Pilgrimage & Scenic Getaway from Bangalore

Day 1: Friday – Evening Departure & Night Travel

Morning: Rest and pack essentials in Bangalore; ensure you have comfortable shoes, water, and a small first‑aid kit.

Afternoon: Have a light lunch, double‑check your itinerary, and load your vehicle with snacks for the road.

Evening: Depart Bangalore at 8 PM, drive towards Shimoga via NH48 (≈ 6 hours). Enjoy the night drive with occasional stops for refreshment.

Day 2: Saturday – Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple, Jog Falls & Honnavar

Morning: Arrive near Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple (≈ 2 hours after crossing the Sharavathi River). Participate in the morning puja and explore the serene lake surroundings.

Afternoon: Head to Jog Falls (≈ 45 minutes drive). Spend time admiring the spectacular plunge, take photos from the viewpoint, and enjoy a short trek to the base of the falls.

Evening: Drive to the coastal town of Honnavar (≈ 2 hours). Stroll along the beach, watch the sunset, and dine on fresh seafood at a local shacks.

Day 3: Sunday – Mookambika Temple, Murudeshwara, Gokarna & Return

Morning: Early departure to Mookambika Temple, Kollur (≈ 1 hour from Honnavar). Offer prayers and explore the temple complex amid the lush Western Ghats.

Afternoon: Proceed to Murudeshwara (≈ 45 minutes). Visit the iconic Shiva statue and enjoy the sea‑view beach before heading to Gokarna (≈ 1 hour).

Evening: In Gokarna, relax at Om Beach, take a quick dip, and have dinner before beginning the night drive back to Bangalore (≈ 7 hours) to reach by midnight or stay overnight on the highway for a safe early‑morning arrival (≈ 5 AM).

Time and Cost Estimates

• Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple – 2 hours, Entry: Free, Parking: ₹30
• Jog Falls – 2 hours, Entry: ₹50, Parking: ₹20
• Honnavar Beach – 1.5 hours, Entry: Free, Snacks: ₹200
• Mookambika Temple – 2 hours, Entry: Free, Donation: ₹100
• Murudeshwara Shiva Statue & Beach – 1.5 hours, Entry: Free, Parking: ₹30
• Gokarna (Om & Kudle Beaches) – 2 hours, Entry: Free, Dinner: ₹500
• Fuel (≈ 800 km round trip) – ₹7,200
• Accommodation (1 night near Honnavar) – ₹2,500
• Miscellaneous (tolls, water, etc.) – ₹800
• Total Estimated Cost: ₹11,700

Tips

If you wish to extend the trip, add an extra day to explore the hidden waterfalls of Yana and the misty hills of Agumbe, both offering short treks and unique rock formations. To shorten the itinerary, skip Gokarna and head straight from Murudeshwara back to Bangalore, saving about 3‑4 hours of travel and reducing accommodation costs.