3-Day Bangalore Getaway from Chennai

Day 1: Arrival & City Introduction

Morning: Catch the 08:00 AM flight from Chennai to Bangalore, landing at 09:15 AM. Transfer to your hotel, drop off luggage, and enjoy a quick refresh.

Afternoon: Savor a classic South Indian lunch at MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms) and then stroll through the historic Vidhana Soudha complex for photo ops.

Evening: Unwind at Cubbon Park, rent a pedal boat on the lake, and dine at a nearby rooftop restaurant for a view of the illuminated city.

Day 2: Gardens, Palaces & Nightlife

Morning: Explore the sprawling Lalbagh Botanical Garden, admiring the glass house and the famous bonsai collection.

Afternoon: Visit the majestic Bangalore Palace, take a guided tour of its Tudor‑style interiors, and enjoy a light snack at the palace café.

Evening: Experience upscale shopping and dining at UB City, followed by a cocktail at the rooftop bar to soak in the city lights.

Day 3: Nature Escape & Departure

Morning: Take an early drive to Nandi Hills (≈60 km). Climb to the summit for sunrise, explore the ancient Tipu Sultan Fort, and sip tea at the historic terrace.

Afternoon: Return to Bangalore, have a quick lunch at Shivaji Military Hotel for its famed biryani, and collect your bags from the hotel.

Evening: Board the 17:00 PM flight from Bangalore to Chennai, arriving at 18:15 PM and concluding your mini‑adventure.

Time and Cost Estimates

• MTR (Lunch) – 1.5 hrs – ₹500 per person
• Vidhana Soudha (Exterior) – 0.5 hrs – Free
• Cubbon Park (Boat ride) – 2 hrs – ₹300 per person
• Lalbagh Botanical Garden – 3 hrs – ₹200 per person
• Bangalore Palace (Guided tour) – 2 hrs – ₹350 per person
• UB City (Dinner & drinks) – 3 hrs – ₹1,200 per person
• Nandi Hills (Travel & exploration) – 5 hrs – ₹800 per person (transport & entry)
• Shivaji Military Hotel (Biryani) – 1 hr – ₹400 per person
• Round‑trip flights (Chennai‑Bangalore) – 2 hrs flight time – ₹3,500 per person
• Hotel (2 nights) – 48 hrs – ₹4,000 per person (mid‑range)
• Local transport (cabs, auto) – 6 hrs – ₹1,200 per person
• Miscellaneous (tips, snacks) – – ₹500 per person
• Total Estimated Cost: ₹12,250 per person

Tips

If you’d like to extend the trip, add an extra day to explore the vibrant tech hub of Electronic City and the nearby Bannerghatta National Park. To shorten the itinerary, skip the evening at UB City and replace it with a relaxed dinner near your hotel, which saves both time and budget while still letting you enjoy Bangalore’s culinary scene.