Adventure-packed 5-Day Train Trip from Bangalore

1. Day 1: Coorg, Karnataka
   4 hours 30 minutes (260 km) from Bangalore

   In the morning, explore the wilderness of Coorg at the Nagarhole National Park with its rich wildlife and trek through the Brahmagiri Peak in the afternoon. Witness the stunning sunset at the Raja's Seat garden and end the day with a delicious traditional Coorg cuisine.

2. Day 2: Chikmagalur, Karnataka
   3 hours 10 minutes (150 km) from Coorg

   Experience a thrilling trek to the Mullayanagiri Peak, the highest peak in Karnataka, in the morning. In the afternoon, visit the picturesque Hebbe Falls and enjoy a relaxing coffee plantation walk. End the day with a campfire under the starry sky.

3. Day 3: Hampi, Karnataka
   7 hours (350 km) from Chikmagalur

   Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi, the former capital of Vijayanagara Empire in the morning. Explore the ancient temples, monuments and the Royal Enclosure. In the afternoon, take a coracle ride on the Tungabhadra river and visit the 14th-century Vittala Temple. End the day with a sunset view from the Hemakuta Hill.

4. Day 4: Gokarna, Karnataka
   4 hours 30 minutes (230 km) from Hampi

   In the morning, explore the Om Beach and enjoy water sports like surfing, jet skiing and banana boat rides. In the afternoon, visit the Mahabaleshwara Temple, which is famous for its Dravidian-style architecture and intricate carvings. End the day with a breathtaking view of the sunset at the Kudle Beach.

5. Day 5: Goa
   3 hours 30 minutes (150 km) from Gokarna

   Visit the Aguada Fort and witness the mesmerising beauty of the Sinquerim Beach in the morning. In the afternoon, explore the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and take a tour of the Se Cathedral, which is one of the largest churches in Asia. End the trip by partying at the famous Anjuna Beach.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on the thrilling water sports and dolphin sighting at the Murudeshwar Beach, which is a one-hour drive from Gokarna. You can also visit the Dudhsagar Falls, which is a four-hour drive from Goa. To maximise your fun, try out the exciting nightlife and beach parties in Goa and indulge in the delicious seafood cuisine.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Nagarhole National Park (4 hours, INR 300)
• Brahmagiri Peak Trek (5 hours, INR 500)
• Raja's Seat Garden (1 hour, INR 50)
• Hebbe Falls (2 hours, INR 100)
• Coffee Plantation Walk (2 hours, INR 200)
• Mullayanagiri Peak Trek (6 hours, INR 500)
• Coracle Ride on Tungabhadra River (1 hour, INR 100)
• Vittala Temple (2 hours, INR 200)
• Om Beach (3 hours, INR 300)
• Mahabaleshwara Temple (1 hour, INR 50)
• Aguada Fort (1 hour, INR 100)
• Basilica of Bom Jesus (1 hour, INR 50)
• Se Cathedral (1 hour, INR 50)
• Anjuna Beach Party (3 hours, INR 1000)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 3350

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