Coorg Chikmagalur Tour from Bangalore – 5 Days

Coffee plants above a river winding between misty forested hills at sunrise, on a 5-day Coorg Chikmagalur tour from Bangalore

Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Stay Plan
Coorg 2N + Chikmagalur 2N
Pickup & Drop
6 AM pickup, back by about 9 PM
Best Time
October to March

Coorg Chikmagalur Tour from Bangalore – 5 Days

This Coorg Chikmagalur tour from Bangalore for 5 days takes you by private cab through Karnataka’s two coffee regions, with two nights in each. In Coorg you see Bylakuppe, Raja’s Seat, Talakaveri, Abbey Falls and the Dubare elephants; in Chikmagalur you go up Mullayanagiri, the highest peak in Karnataka, and you visit the Hoysala temples of Belur and Halebidu on the way home.

Coorg and Chikmagalur both look green and misty, but they feel different: Coorg is waterfalls, rivers and the Kodava hills, while Chikmagalur is high peaks, wide views and temple country. We have planned this route since 2013, with Coorg first and the temples on the last day, so you never drive the same road twice. Comparing options? See our Coorg tour packages from Bangalore and Chikmagalur tour packages from Bangalore.

Coorg Chikmagalur Route Summary from Bangalore

  • Drive: Bangalore to Coorg about 260 km (5 to 6 hours); Coorg to Chikmagalur about 170 km (4 to 4½ hours); Chikmagalur to Bangalore about 245 km via Belur and Halebidu.
  • Coorg, Days 1 to 3: Bylakuppe Tibetan Golden Temple, a coffee estate, Raja’s Seat, Bhagamandala, Talakaveri, Abbey Falls, Omkareshwara Temple, Dubare Elephant Camp and Kaveri Nisargadhama.
  • Chikmagalur, Days 3 and 4: Hirekolale Lake, Seethalayanagiri, Mullayanagiri, Baba Budangiri, Jhari Falls, Honnamana Halla Falls, Kodandarama Temple and a coffee estate stop.
  • Day 5, temples on the way home: Yagachi Dam, Belur Chennakeshava Temple and the Hoysaleswara Temple at Halebidu (also spelt Halebeedu).

5-Day Coorg Chikmagalur Tour Itinerary from Bangalore

Pickup is at 6 AM from Bangalore, and you are back in Bangalore by about 9 PM on Day 5. You spend two nights in Coorg and two in Chikmagalur, so you unpack only twice.

Day 1
Day 1 – Bangalore → Coorg | Sightseeing
Bangalore to Coorg Bylakuppe - The Tibetan Golden Temple Coffee estate visit Raja’s Seat Overnight in Coorg

Your driver picks you up at 6 AM from your home, hotel, the airport, a railway station or bus stand in Bangalore, and you head towards Coorg.

Your first stop is Bylakuppe, one of the largest Tibetan settlements in India. At The Tibetan Golden Temple / Namdroling Monastery, giant gilded Buddha statues fill a richly painted prayer hall.

Continue into the hills for a coffee estate visit, where coffee and pepper grow side by side under tall shade trees.

End the day at Raja’s Seat in Madikeri, where the Kodava kings once watched the sun set over layer after layer of hills. Overnight in Coorg.

Day 2
Day 2 – Coorg Sightseeing
Bhagamandala Triveni Sangama Talakaveri Abbey Falls Omkareshwara Temple Madikeri market Overnight in Coorg

After breakfast, drive through forest and coffee country to Bhagamandala. Visit the Kerala-style Bhagandeshwara Temple and Triveni Sangama, where the Kaveri meets the Kannike river.

Climb on to Talakaveri in the Brahmagiri hills, the source of the Cauvery, with wide views across the Western Ghats on a clear day.

Back near Madikeri, walk down through coffee and pepper plantations to Abbey Falls, then visit Omkareshwara Temple. End with time in the Madikeri market for Coorg coffee, spices and homemade chocolates. Overnight in Coorg.

Day 3
Day 3 – Coorg → Chikmagalur | Sightseeing
Dubare Elephant Camp Kaveri Nisargadhama Coorg to Chikmagalur Hirekolale Lake Overnight in Chikmagalur

Check out after an early breakfast and drive to Dubare Elephant Camp on the banks of the Cauvery. Cross the river by boat and see the camp elephants with their mahouts during the morning session.

Next, cross the hanging bridge into Kaveri Nisargadhama, a river island of bamboo groves and shaded paths.

After lunch, drive on to Chikmagalur through farmland and the edge of the hills. Check in, then end the day at Hirekolale Lake, where the sun sets behind the Mullayanagiri range. Overnight in Chikmagalur.

Day 4
Day 4 – Chikmagalur Hill Sightseeing
Seethalayanagiri Mullayanagiri Baba Budangiri Jhari Falls Honnamana Halla Falls Coffee estate stop Kodandarama Temple Overnight in Chikmagalur

After an early breakfast, drive up through coffee estates and shola forest to Seethalayanagiri, then on to Mullayanagiri, at 1,930 metres the highest peak in Karnataka. A short climb of steps from the road brings you to the small temple at the top, with views across the Western Ghats.

Follow the ridge to Baba Budangiri, the hills where coffee was first planted in India, and visit the Datta Peeta shrine.

From the road below, a short local jeep ride through the estates takes you to Jhari Falls, also called Buttermilk Falls. On the way back, stop at Honnamana Halla Falls by the roadside.

Stop at a coffee estate to buy fresh Chikmagalur coffee, and visit the old Kodandarama Temple in Hiremagalur before returning to the hotel. Overnight in Chikmagalur.

Day 5
Day 5 – Chikmagalur → Belur → Halebidu → Bangalore Drop
Yagachi Dam Belur Chennakeshava Temple Halebidu Hoysaleswara Temple Halebidu to Bangalore Bangalore drop

Check out after breakfast and drive to Belur, stopping by the water at Yagachi Dam.

The Chennakeshava Temple at Belur, built by the Hoysala kings in the 12th century, is famous for its lathe-turned pillars and the graceful dancing figures carved around its walls.

A short drive on brings you to Halebidu, the old Hoysala capital. The Hoysaleswara Temple has friezes of elephants, lions and scenes from the epics running around its outer walls.

Then drive home via Hassan, reaching Bangalore by about 9 PM, with drop at your home, hotel, the airport, a railway station or bus stand.

Local tip: Dubare is best in its morning session, so Day 3 starts early. On Day 4, views from Mullayanagiri are clearest before the clouds rise; carry a light jacket, as the peak is windy even on a sunny day.

Good to Know Before Your Coorg and Chikmagalur Trip

  • Steps and walks: Abbey Falls has steps down to the viewpoint, and Mullayanagiri has a climb of steps to the top. Those who prefer can enjoy the views from above or from the road.
  • Jhari Falls: the jeep track through the estates is bumpy, and the jeep is paid directly at the starting point.
  • Temples: footwear is left outside at Talakaveri, Belur and Halebidu, and the stone floors get hot by noon, so socks help.
  • Waterfalls: Abbey, Jhari and Honnamana Halla are fullest from July to December and much thinner in April and May.

Coorg & Chikmagalur Trip Cost from Bangalore – 5 Days / 4 Nights

A 5-day Coorg & Chikmagalur trip from Bangalore costs ₹23,000–₹33,000 per person for 2 travelling (1 Oct – 15 Dec 2026), depending on the hotel category, and less per person for larger groups. Includes 2 nights in Coorg and 2 nights in Chikmagalur with breakfast, private cab and sightseeing as per the itinerary.

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Valid for travel between 1 Oct 2026 and 15 Dec 2026.
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Coorg & Chikmagalur Trip Cost from Bangalore – 5 Days / 4 Nights: price per person by group size and hotel category
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Rates are per person
Comfort
3★ Hotels
Superior
3★+ Hotels
Premium
Resorts & 4★
2 Adults
Etios / Dzire A/c
4+1 seater
₹23,000 per person ₹25,500 per person ₹33,000 per person
4 Adults
Innova A/c
7+1 seater
₹19,000 per person ₹21,500 per person ₹29,000 per person
6 Adults
Innova A/c
7+1 seater
₹16,500 per person ₹19,000 per person ₹26,500 per person
10 Adults
Traveller A/c
12+1 seater
₹15,500 per person ₹18,500 per person ₹26,000 per person
Extra Person
5+ yrs · sharing same room
₹6,000 per extra person ₹10,000 per extra person ₹14,000 per extra person
Rates shown are indicative. Final pricing is confirmed based on travel dates, hotel availability, and occupancy at the time of booking.

Prices are per person for the whole trip: hotel stay with breakfast, private cab and sightseeing together. They are not per-day rates or hotel-only rates.

Choose your travel period first, then find your group size and compare the Comfort, Superior and Premium hotel categories.

Example: 2 adults choosing Comfort hotels in this travel period pay ₹23,000 each for the whole trip, not per day. Your final price is confirmed for your dates and hotel availability.

Extra Person rates apply for one additional guest aged 5 or above sharing the same room, without an extra room.

Children under 5 sharing their parents' bed stay free. For children aged 5 to 12, each hotel has its own child policy, so we confirm the price when we check availability for your dates.

Comfort – Clean, verified and family-friendly hotels offering a comfortable stay. Ideal for couples and families who plan to spend most of their time sightseeing.

Superior – Hotels with better rooms, ambience and service for a more relaxed holiday experience. Suitable for families and groups looking for added comfort.

Premium – Premium hotels and resorts with enhanced amenities, ambience and location advantages. Ideal for travellers who prefer a more refined stay experience.

Sedan (Etios / Dzire A/c) – 4+1 seater, ideal for 1–3 guests. Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle suitable for city sightseeing and outstation trips.

Innova / Innova Crysta A/c (7+1 seater) – Our standard vehicle for 4–6 guests, with good legroom and luggage space for hill drives. Ertiga or Rumion is available on request at a lower price.

Tempo Traveller A/c (12+1) – Best for groups of around 8–12 guests. Spacious and practical for longer sightseeing days and multi-day tours.

Force Urbania (9 / 16 seater) – Premium tourist van with better ride comfort and extra space, suitable for families or groups looking for an upgraded travel experience.

Mini Bus (18+1 / 21+1) – Suitable for larger groups, school / college outings and corporate trips, especially for longer outstation journeys.

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Package Inclusions

  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Coorg and 2 nights in Chikmagalur, with daily breakfast
  • Private cab for Bangalore pickup, all sightseeing, the Coorg to Chikmagalur transfer and Bangalore drop
  • Driver allowance, tolls and parking
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Package Exclusions

  • Airfare, train fare or bus tickets.
  • Lunch, dinner, snacks and beverages unless specifically included in the final confirmation.
  • Entry tickets, the coffee estate visit, the Dubare boat, the local jeep to Jhari Falls, rafting and other activity charges.
  • Local guide charges, if hired directly by guests.
  • Personal expenses such as tips, shopping, laundry, mineral water, insurance and telephone charges.
  • Additional sightseeing, extra cab usage or route changes not included in the confirmed itinerary.
  • Expenses caused by factors beyond our control such as roadblocks, traffic restrictions, weather disruption, attraction closure, rail delay or flight delay.
  • Any service not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions.

Booking Terms and Important Notes

  • This is a private cab tour arranged only for you and the people travelling with you. It is not a shared tour.
  • The itinerary on this page can be changed to suit you before booking.
  • Dubare Elephant Camp timings and the river crossing are set by the camp and change with the season.
  • Hotel rooms, cab and final pricing are subject to availability at the time of booking confirmation.
  • The final confirmed itinerary, hotel names, vehicle type, pickup and drop details, payment schedule and cancellation terms will be shared at the time of booking confirmation.

Is This Tour Suitable for You?

Best suited for

  • Families, couples and friends who want both coffee regions in one holiday.
  • Travellers who enjoy waterfalls and rivers as much as mountain peaks and old temples.
  • Guests who prefer two nights in each place instead of changing hotels every day.
  • Honeymooners looking for a longer, relaxed trip with estate-view hotels.

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Why Book This Coorg Chikmagalur Trip with inMysore Holidays

  • Coorg and Chikmagalur trips from Bangalore since 2013: Coorg first, the temples on the drive home, so you never drive the same road twice.
  • Hotels we know: we confirm availability before sharing hotel names, so the hotel you approve is the hotel you stay in.
  • One team, start to finish: we handle every trip ourselves, from your first enquiry to your drop-off at home.

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You receive your itinerary, confirmed hotel options, vehicle and final price. Your driver and cab details reach you before the trip.

No surprise hotel changes. We first agree the itinerary and an approximate cost with you. If it suits you, we check room availability and share the hotel names. You pay the advance only after that, so the hotel you approve is the hotel you stay in.

FAQs – Coorg Chikmagalur Tour from Bangalore for 5 Days

Four nights: two in Coorg and two in Chikmagalur, each with daily breakfast.

For two people travelling together, prices start from ₹23,000 per person, depending on the season and hotel category, and less per person for larger groups. The price includes 4 nights with breakfast, the private cab, driver allowance, tolls and parking. Christmas and New Year dates are charged at peak rates. See the price table for your travel dates.

Pickup is at 6 AM from your home, hotel, the airport, a railway station or bus stand in Bangalore. On Day 5 you are back in Bangalore by about 9 PM.

About 170 km from Kushalnagar, a drive of 4 to 4½ hours. We cover Dubare and Nisargadhama in the morning on the way, and reach Chikmagalur in time for sunset at Hirekolale Lake.

Both suit families. Coorg has more easy sights for children, such as Dubare, Nisargadhama and the Bylakuppe monastery. Chikmagalur has the bigger views and the Belur and Halebidu temples. With five days, this trip gives you both.

October to March is the most comfortable time, with cool weather and clear views. June to September brings heavy rain, mist and full waterfalls, though clouds can hide the views from Mullayanagiri. April and May are warmer but still cooler than Bangalore.

Yes. The Chennakeshava Temple at Belur and the Hoysaleswara Temple at Halebidu are on Day 5, on the drive home from Chikmagalur to Bangalore.

No. The Dubare boat, the Jhari Falls jeep, rafting and other activities are paid directly at each place.

Yes. Most stops are easy. Abbey Falls and Mullayanagiri have steps and the Jhari Falls jeep track is bumpy, so some elders prefer to skip these. Two nights in each place keeps the pace comfortable.

Yes. If you are arriving in Bangalore a day early, we can add a night in Bangalore with city sightseeing before the drive to Coorg. Just mention it in your enquiry.

Private. The cab and driver are only for you and the people travelling with you, so you travel at your own pace.

Two nights in one Coorg hotel and two nights in one Chikmagalur hotel. We share hotel options in your chosen category with names and photos, and you choose before you book.

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