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Chikmaglur & Hoysaleshwara Offbeat Tour

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Duration

5 Nights 4 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

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Get ready for a beautiful journey through South Karnataka — a mix of temples, hills, waterfalls, and coffee. The adventure begins with an overnight train from Mumbai to Mangaluru, followed by a peaceful drive to Dharmasthala, home to the sacred Manjunatha Swamy Temple. From there, the road winds into the green hills of Chikmagalur, where you can cool off at Jhari Falls and catch a golden sunset at Mullayanagiri, the highest peak in Karnataka. The next day is all about heritage — exploring the stunning Hoysaleshwara and Chennakeshava temples, masterpieces of Hoysala architecture. Later, relax at Siri Café and discover how your favorite brew is made at the Coffee Museum.

endless cups of coffee. Board 12133 CSMT‑MAJN Mangaluru Express from Mumbai CSMT in the evening. Arrival at Mangaluru (MAJN) by ~13:00-14:00 (as per train schedule). After lunch, drive from Mangaluru → Dharmasthala (~1-1.5 hrs). Evening: Explore Dharmasthala (temple visit, local market, perhaps museum or temple ghats).

⏱ 5 Nights 4 Days

What’s Included

  • ✔ Early breakfast in Dharmasthala.
  • ✔ After breakfast in Chikmagalur, depart for heritage circuit: Visit Hoysaleswara Temple (in Halebid) – Explore Hoysala architecture. Visit Chennakeshava Temple (in Belur) – Stop at Siri Café for coffee and light snack.
  • ✔ Breakfast on Day 2, 3 and 4
  • ✔ Local transfers in AC vehicles
  • ✔ Entry tickets and sightseeing charges

Not Included

  • ✘ Lunch en route from Mangalore towards Dharmasthala.
  • ✘ After lunch, drive from Mangaluru → Dharmasthala (~1-1.5 hrs).
  • ✘ Evening tea/coffee and Lunch
  • ✘ Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Highlights

  • Scenic waterfall visits
  • Sacred temple darshan
  • Authentic local cuisine
  • Comfortable AC transport
  • Lush monsoon landscapes
  • Breathtaking scenic views

Day 0

— Journey to Mangaluru

Board 12133 CSMT‑MAJN Mangaluru Express from Mumbai CSMT in the evening. Overnight train travel. Sleep on board, rest up for arrival.

Day 1

— Arrival & Dharmasthala

Arrival at Mangaluru (MAJN) by ~13:00-14:00 (as per train schedule). Lunch en route from Mangalore towards Dharmasthala. After lunch, drive from Mangaluru → Dharmasthala (~1-1.5 hrs). Check-in at a hotel in Dharmasthala, fresh up. Evening: Explore Dharmasthala (temple visit, local market, perhaps museum or temple ghats). Night stay in Dharmasthala.

Day 2

— Dharmasthala → Jhari Falls → Sunset at Mullayanagiri → Night in Chikmagalur

Early breakfast in Dharmasthala. Depart for Jhari Falls (in Chikmagalur district) — route via Chikmagalur region. Visit waterfall, enjoy nature. Note: Jhari Falls is ~22-25 km from Chikmagalur town and the last few km require a jeep or a short trek. After waterfall visit, proceed to Mullayanagiri for sunset view. Drive up, park at the highest accessible point, short walk to vantage. Evening return to Chikmagalur

Day 3

— Heritage & Coffee culture in Chikmagalur

After breakfast in Chikmagalur, depart for heritage circuit: Visit Hoysaleswara Temple (in Halebid) – Explore Hoysala architecture. Visit Chennakeshava Temple (in Belur) – Stop at Siri Café for coffee and light snack. Visit Coffee Museum, Chikmagalur for a short tour (how coffee is processed, tasting, local story). Evening free for local town walk / shopping / rest. Overnight stay in Chikmagalur.

Day 4

— Departure

Chikmagalur → Kadur → Train to Mumbai: Early morning check-out from hotel in Chikmagalur. Drive to Kadur railway station to board 11006 Chalukya Express back toward Mumbai at 09:45 am Board train, overnight journey.

Day 5

— Arrival Mumbai

Reach Mumbai in the early morning (depending on train schedule).

  • Early breakfast in Dharmasthala.
  • After breakfast in Chikmagalur, depart for heritage circuit: Visit Hoysaleswara Temple (in Halebid) – Explore Hoysala architecture. Visit Chennakeshava Temple (in Belur) – Stop at Siri Café for coffee and light snack.
  • Breakfast on Day 2, 3 and 4
  • Local transfers in AC vehicles
  • Entry tickets and sightseeing charges
  • Lunch en route from Mangalore towards Dharmasthala.
  • After lunch, drive from Mangaluru → Dharmasthala (~1-1.5 hrs).
  • Evening tea/coffee and Lunch
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Tour's Location

What to wear?

Comfortable clothes and sunscreen.

Food included?

Yes, lunch is provided.

from ₹1899

Owner

khushi

Member Since 2026

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