2-Day Honeymoon Itinerary for Chikmagaluru, June 2023

  1. Day 1: Chikmagalur Coffee Museum
    15 minutes (4.3 km) from Chikmagalur town center

    Start your romantic getaway at the Chikmagalur Coffee Museum, which showcases the history and evolution of coffee production in the region. You'll learn about the various techniques of coffee-making and get to taste some of the finest blends. The museum is housed in a charming colonial bungalow surrounded by lush coffee plantations.

  2. Day 1: Mullayanagiri
    1 hour 20 minutes (25.3 km) from Chikmagalur Coffee Museum

    Next, head to Mullayanagiri, the highest peak in Karnataka, and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding valleys and hills. The trek to the summit is relatively easy, and you can pack a picnic to enjoy at the top. The peak is also considered sacred by the locals and is home to a Shiva temple.

  3. Day 2: Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 45 minutes (47.9 km) from Mullayanagiri

    Spend the day at the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, a protected area known for its diverse flora and fauna. Take a jeep safari through the park and spot elephants, tigers, leopards, and bears in their natural habitat. You can also go bird-watching, boating, or trekking in the lush forests.

  4. Day 2: Bababudangiri
    1 hour 25 minutes (35.2 km) from Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary

    End your honeymoon on a spiritual note at Bababudangiri, a pilgrimage site revered by both Hindus and Muslims. The shrine is dedicated to the 17th-century Sufi saint Baba Budan, who is said to have brought coffee to India from Yemen. You can also visit the famous Dattatreya Peetha and explore the picturesque hills and waterfalls nearby.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chikmagalur Coffee Museum (1-2 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Mullayanagiri (3-4 hours, no cost)
  • Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary (5-6 hours, INR 500 per person for jeep safari)
  • Bababudangiri (2-3 hours, no cost)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 600 per person
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