Chikmagalur: coffee hills and Hoysala temples: 3-day itinerary

3 daysBest time: Sep–MarHillsHeritage

Day 1

6:30 AMMullayanagiriKarnataka's highest peak; go for sunrise Map
10:30 AMBaba BudangiriHill shrine where coffee was first grown in India Map
4:00 PMCoffee estatesWalk through a coffee estate around town Map

Day 2

9:00 AMKemmangundiGardens and viewpoints; Hebbe Falls is nearby Map
3:00 PMBhadra Wildlife SanctuaryJungle safari; book ahead Map

Day 3

9:00 AMChennakeshava Temple, BelurHoysala carvings, about 25 km from Chikmagalur Map
12:00 PMHoysaleswara Temple, HalebiduHalebidu temple, 16 km from Belur Map

What a 3-day trip to Chikmagalur costs

Budget: about ₹2,800–₹5,800 per person
Mid-range: about ₹7,000–₹13,800 per person
Comfort: about ₹16,000–₹30,500 per person

A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Chikmagalur is not included.

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