3-Day Road Trip Itinerary from Chikkamagalur to Mantralayam

Day 1: Chikkamagalur & En Route

Chikkamagalur, India on May 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Town Canteen

Start your day with a hearty South Indian breakfast at Town Canteen, popular for its dosas and filter coffee, open from 7:30am to 11:00am.
INR150, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Mullayanagiri Peak

Explore Karnataka’s highest peak, Mullayanagiri, offering stunning panoramic views and a refreshing trek in pristine nature, accessible from 7am to 6pm.
INR20, 2h0m

12:00pm

Drive towards Chitradurga

Begin your drive southeast towards Chitradurga, a roughly 3.5-hour journey covering around 140 km. Optionally stop halfway for refreshments.
Fuel costs approx INR600, 3h30m

3:30pm

Tea break at Chitradurga

Pause for tea and snacks at a local café in Chitradurga, known for its local cuisine and bakery items.
INR100, 30m

4:00pm

Explore Chitradurga Fort (optional)

If time permits, visit the historic Chitradurga Fort, famous for its sturdy architecture and scenic surroundings, open till 6pm.
INR25, 1h30m

6:00pm

Drive to a stay near Mantralayam (overnight stop)

Finish your day with a comfortable overnight stay in a hotel near Mantralayam to be fresh for the next day's temple visit.
INR1500, Overnight

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel Restaurant

Enjoy a peaceful dinner at your hotel restaurant offering local Andhra and Karnataka cuisine.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 2: Mantralayam Pilgrimage

Mantralayam, India on May 19, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast with a mix of continental and local dishes to prepare for a day of spiritual exploration.
INR300, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt

Explore the prominent Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt, a temple complex famous for its spiritual significance and peaceful atmosphere, open generally from 6am to 8pm.
Free entry, 3h0m

11:30am

Visit Mantralayam Temple Tank

Visit the sacred temple tank for a tranquil experience and observe ritualistic practices around it.
Free, 30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Sri Raghavendra

Have a local Andhra style vegetarian meal near the temple town to soak in authentic flavours.
INR350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Explore Local Markets

Shop for spiritual souvenirs, handicrafts, and local products in Mantralayam’s markets.
Varies, 1h30m

4:00pm

Evening Aarti at the Mutt

Witness the evening Aarti ceremony at the Sri Raghavendra Mutt for a memorable spiritual experience, typically around 5pm.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Sai Priya

Relish a dinner of regional delicacies and light dishes in a popular local eatery, open till 9pm.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 3: Return Journey

Mantralayam to Chikkamagalur, India on May 20, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast

Start your day with an early breakfast in Mantralayam to prepare for the return trip.
INR300, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive back to Chikkamagalur

Begin the approximately 6 to 7-hour drive back to Chikkamagalur with possible stops in between for refreshments and rest.
Fuel costs approx INR900, 7h0m

3:00pm

Lunch on the way

Stop for lunch at a highway diner offering both South Indian and North Indian cuisine, open 12pm to 4pm.
INR350, 1h0m

4:00pm

Arrival in Chikkamagalur

Reach back to Chikkamagalur by late afternoon to relax and unwind after your spiritual road trip.
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