Fun-filled trip to Kolar and Isha foundation, Chikkballapur

  1. 6:00AM: Start Journey from Bangalore
    Estimated 1 hour(60KM)

    Start early from Bangalore and head towards Kolar. It's always good to beat the traffic and start your day early.

  2. 7:00AM: Kolar Sarvamangala Temple
    Estimated 1 hour (5KM) from Bangalore

    Kolar Sarvamangala temple is one of the famous temples in the Kolar district. The temple showcases the beautiful Dravidian architecture of ancient times.

  3. 9:00AM: Breakfast at Srinidhi Upachar
    Estimated 39 minutes(31KM) from Kolar Sarvamangala Temple

    Srinidhi Upachar serves delicious South Indian breakfast and snacks. Try their famous idlis, dosas and coffee.

  4. 10:00AM: Visit Kolar Gold Fields
    Estimated 58 minutes(29KM) from Srinidhi Upachar

    Kolar Gold Fields is a historic place where you can explore the gold mines and understand the history and culture of the place.

  5. 12:30PM: Lunch at Sai Ruchi
    Estimated 35 minutes(17KM) from Kolar Gold Fields

    Sai Ruchi is a vegetarian restaurant that serves delicious thalis and South Indian meals.

  6. 2:00PM: Isha Foundation, Chikkaballapur
    Estimated 1 hour 12 minutes(62KM) from Sai Ruchi

    Isha Foundation is a serene and tranquil place that offers yoga and meditation sessions. It is also home to the Mahashivratri celebrations and attracts tourists from all over the world.

  7. 4:00PM: Visit Nandi Hills
    Estimated 1 hour 5 minutes(47KM) from Isha foundation

    Nandi hills is a mesmerising and scenic place filled with lush greenery and captivating views. Explore Tipu's Drop and the fort atop the hill, and enjoy the fresh air.

  8. 6:00PM: Return journey to Bangalore
    Estimated 1 hour 15 minutes(57KM) from Nandi Hills

    Leave before dark and reach Bangalore before the traffic rush hour.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Kolar Sarvamangala Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Breakfast at Srinidhi Upachar (30 minutes, INR 150)
  • Visit Kolar Gold Fields (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Lunch at Sai Ruchi (1 hour, INR 250)
  • Isha Foundation, Chikkaballapur (2 hours, Free)
  • Visit Nandi Hills (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 600

Useful tips

If you have more time in Kolar, you can also visit the Kotilingeshwara Temple, Avani, and the Someshwara Temple. If you have less time, you can skip Kolar Gold Fields and visit Nandi Hills directly from Sai Ruchi.

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