Hampi-Udupi-Coorg-Kukke Itinerary for May 2023

  1. Day 1: Hampi
    6 hours 45 minutes (307 miles) from Bangalore

    Start your trip in the morning by driving to Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Visit the Virupaksha Temple, the oldest and the principal temple in Hampi, and see the Elephant Stables, a remarkable example of Hindu-Islamic architecture. Spend the evening watching the sunset from Hemakuta Hill, a popular spot for its panoramic view of the Hampi Bazaar and Virupaksha Temple.

  2. Day 2: Udupi
    5 hours 30 minutes (245 miles) from Hampi

    Drive to Udupi, known for its beautiful beaches and the famous Sri Krishna Temple, one of the most important pilgrimage sites in South India. Visit the Anantheshwara Temple, a 400-year-old temple known for its intricate carvings, and take a stroll on the Malpe Beach, a popular spot for water sports and sunset views.

  3. Day 3: Coorg
    5 hours 30 minutes (196 miles) from Udupi

    Drive to Coorg, also known as the "Scotland of India" for its stunning landscapes and misty hills. Visit the Abbey Falls, a majestic waterfall surrounded by coffee plantations and spice estates, and take a walk in the Mandalpatti Viewpoint, offering panoramic views of Coorg's valleys and hills. Spend the evening at the Raja's Seat, a scenic garden with colourful flowers and a breathtaking view of the sunset.

  4. Day 4: Kukke
    2 hours 30 minutes (85 miles) from Coorg

    Drive to Kukke, a town famous for the Kukke Subramanya Temple, dedicated to Lord Subramanya, the lord of all serpents. Take a dip in the Kumaradhara River, known for its medicinal properties, and see the Adi Subrahmanya Temple, one of the oldest temples in the region. Spend the evening watching the Chamundi Yathre, a colourful procession of the temple's deity and his entourage.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Virupaksha Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Elephant Stables (30-45 minutes, ₹40)
  • Hemakuta Hill (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sri Krishna Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Anantheshwara Temple (30-45 minutes, free)
  • Malpe Beach (1-2 hours, free)
  • Abbey Falls (1-2 hours, ₹15)
  • Mandalpatti Viewpoint (1-2 hours, ₹25)
  • Raja's Seat (1-2 hours, ₹5)
  • Kukke Subramanya Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Adi Subrahmanya Temple (30-45 minutes, free)
  • Chamundi Yathre (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹90
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