Chikmagalur Heritage Tour Package (3 Days)
3-day Chikmagalur Heritage tour from Bengaluru: Belur, Halebidu and Chikmagalur. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab or bus. From ₹6,670 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
16° – 25°C
November in Chikmagalur Heritage
Description
3-day Chikmagalur Heritage tour from Bengaluru: Belur, Halebidu and Chikmagalur. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab or bus. From ₹6,670 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 5 handpicked stops, including Chennakeshava Temple, Belur, Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu, Jain basadis, Halebidu and more. September–March is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 2-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as Treebo Orchid, Chikmagalur. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Chikmagalur Heritage
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 14°C – 31°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Bengaluru to Chikmagalur
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Bengaluru in the morning. Drive from Bengaluru to Belur (about 247 km, 5 hrs), from Belur to Halebidu (about 21 km, 30 min) and from Halebidu to Chikmagalur (about 35 km, 45 min). Check in at your hotel in Chikmagalur. Overnight stay in Chikmagalur.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Bengaluru to Belur
247 km · ~5h 16m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bengaluru
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near TipturAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
97 km · 1h 56m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BelurBelur, Karnataka
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Bengaluru to Belur
247 km · ~5h 29m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bengaluru
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bengaluru. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bengaluru → Belur
AC Seater / Volvo · ~247 km
~5h 29m|Tentative fare ₹270–₹740
Usual tea / meal halts: Tiptur (~170 km)
- Arrive in Belur
Belur, Karnataka
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bengaluru to Belur
Nearest railway stations: Bangalore City Jn for Bengaluru, Alur Halt for Belur.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 5h 31m in total
Change trains at Chik Banavar — about 1h wait
1 change · 6h 1m in total
Change trains at Honnavalli Road — about 1h 47m wait
1 change · 7h 1m in total
Change trains at Ketohalli — about 1h 49m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Belur to Halebidu
21 km · ~25m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Belur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
21 km · 25m drive from previous stop
Arrive in HalebiduHalebidu, Karnataka
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Belur to Halebidu
21 km · ~28m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Belur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Belur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Belur → Halebidu
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~21 km
~28m|Tentative fare ₹20–₹110
- Arrive in Halebidu
Halebidu, Karnataka
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Belur to Halebidu
Nearest railway stations: Alur Halt for Belur, Banavar (about 26 km away) for Halebidu.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 6h 14m in total
Change trains at Sakleshpur — about 2h 50m wait
1 change · 6h 20m in total
Change trains at Hassan Junction — about 4h 20m wait
1 change · 6h 30m in total
Change trains at Adihalli — about 3h 18m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Halebidu to Chikmagalur
35 km · ~42m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Halebidu
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
35 km · 42m drive from previous stop
Arrive in ChikmagalurChikmagalur, Karnataka
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Halebidu to Chikmagalur
35 km · ~47m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Halebidu
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Halebidu. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Halebidu → Chikmagalur
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~35 km
~47m|Tentative fare ₹40–₹150
- Arrive in Chikmagalur
Chikmagalur, Karnataka
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Halebidu to Chikmagalur
Nearest railway stations: Banavar (about 26 km away) for Halebidu, Ballekere Halt (about 34 km away) for Chikmagalur.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Belur and Halebidu
After breakfast, set out for a full day of sightseeing (about 130 km by cab). In the morning, visit Chennakeshava Temple, Belur and Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu. After lunch, go on to Jain basadis, Halebidu. Return to the hotel in Chikmagalur. Overnight stay in Chikmagalur.
- 1
Chennakeshava Temple, Belur
A 12th-century Hoysala temple famous for its bracket figures.
- 2
Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu
A twin temple covered in carved friezes.
- 3
Jain basadis, Halebidu
Three Jain temples with polished black stone pillars.
Mullayanagiri and the coffee hills
Drive up early to Mullayanagiri, the highest peak in Karnataka at about 1,930 m, for the view over the Baba Budan range, where the first coffee in India is said to have been planted in the 17th century. Walk through a coffee estate before the drive back. Drive from Chikmagalur to Bengaluru (about 251 km, 5 hrs), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Bengaluru. The tour ends here.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Chikmagalur to Bengaluru
251 km · ~5h 21m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Chikmagalur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near BelluruAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
101 km · 2h 1m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BengaluruBengaluru, Karnataka
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Chikmagalur to Bengaluru
251 km · ~5h 35m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Chikmagalur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Chikmagalur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Chikmagalur → Bengaluru
AC Seater / Volvo · ~251 km
~5h 35m|Tentative fare ₹280–₹750
Usual tea / meal halts: Kunigal (~170 km)
- Arrive in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Chikmagalur to Bengaluru
Nearest railway stations: Ballekere Halt (about 34 km away) for Chikmagalur, Bangalore City Jn for Bengaluru.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Mullayanagiri
The highest peak in Karnataka, with a small temple at the top.
- 2
Coffee estates
Plantations of arabica and robusta in the Baba Budan hills.
Tour Overview
The Hoysala temples of Belur and Halebidu, among the finest stone carving in India and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2023, with a night in the coffee hills of Chikmagalur and the view from Mullayanagiri.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Bengaluru. The route runs Bengaluru → Belur → Halebidu → Chikmagalur → Bengaluru, about 554 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Chikmagalur Heritage Tour from Bengaluru
- Chennakeshava Temple, Belur
- Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu
- Jain basadis, Halebidu
- Mullayanagiri
- Coffee estates
Inclusions in the Chikmagalur Heritage Tour Package
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bengaluru for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Chikmagalur Heritage Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Chikmagalur Heritage Tour
Best time to visit: September–March
Route: Bengaluru → Belur → Halebidu → Chikmagalur → Bengaluru (about 554 km in all)
Hotels: Treebo Orchid, Chikmagalur, or similar.
Package Price: Cab or Bus
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Bengaluru. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus |
|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹13,660 | ₹9,920 |
| 33 Persons | ₹11,030 | ₹8,890 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹9,810 | ₹7,770 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹9,020 | ₹7,260 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹7,650 | ₹6,670 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
There is no railway station near this route, so there is no train option.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Chennakeshava Temple, Belur
- Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu
- Jain basadis, Halebidu
- Mullayanagiri
- Coffee estates
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
September–March is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bengaluru for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: September–March
Route: Bengaluru → Belur → Halebidu → Chikmagalur → Bengaluru (about 554 km in all)
Hotels: Treebo Orchid, Chikmagalur, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Bengaluru on day 1 and you are back in Bengaluru on day 3.
Bengaluru → Belur → Halebidu → Chikmagalur → Bengaluru. That is about 554 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹9,920 per person (bus); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹6,670 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Bengaluru and back. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. The price table shows each option for your group size.
September–March.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
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