Dandeli New Year Adventure Package from Bangalore (3 Days)
3-day Dandeli New Year tour from Bangalore: Hubballi and Dandeli. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹7,040 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
21° – 29°C
October in Dandeli New Year Adventure Package from Bangalore (3 Days)
Description
3-day Dandeli New Year tour from Bangalore: Hubballi and Dandeli. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹7,040 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 6 handpicked stops, including Syntheri Rocks, Coracle ride on the Kali, White-water rafting, Ganeshgudi and more. October–May is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 2-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Dandeli. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Dandeli New Year Adventure Package from Bangalore (3 Days)
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 17°C – 36°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive in Dandeli
Reach Hubballi by train from Bangalore, where our driver meets you. Drive from Hubballi to Dandeli (about 71 km, 1 hr 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Dandeli. The drive into Dandeli runs through teak forest. In the afternoon visit Syntheri Rocks, a huge granite monolith with the Kaneri river rushing past it, and come back to the riverside for a coracle ride at sunset. Overnight stay in Dandeli.
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: Bangalore to Hubballi
410 km · ~8h 52m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bangalore
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
110 km · 2h 12m drive from previous stop
Arrive in HubballiHubballi, 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: Bangalore to Hubballi
410 km · ~9h 7m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bangalore
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bangalore. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bangalore → Hubballi
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~410 km
~9h 7m|Tentative fare ₹450–₹1,200
- Arrive in Hubballi
Hubballi, 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: Bangalore to Hubballi
Nearest railway stations: Bangalore City Jn for Bangalore, Hubli Jn for Hubballi.
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.
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: Hubballi to Dandeli
71 km · ~1h 25m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Hubballi
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
71 km · 1h 25m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DandeliDandeli, 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: Hubballi to Dandeli
71 km · ~1h 35m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Hubballi
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Hubballi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Hubballi → Dandeli
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~71 km
~1h 35m|Tentative fare ₹80–₹250
- Arrive in Dandeli
Dandeli, 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: Hubballi to Dandeli
Nearest railway stations: Hubli Jn for Hubballi, Tavargatti for Dandeli.
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
Syntheri Rocks
A 300-foot granite rock carved by the Kaneri river, reached by steps through the forest.
- 2
Coracle ride on the Kali
A gentle ride in a round basket boat at sunset.
Rafting on the Kali and New Year's Eve
Morning white-water rafting on the Kali river at Ganeshgudi, through grade 2 to 3 rapids (activity paid separately). After lunch, go on a jeep safari in the Kali Tiger Reserve or a walk to the Kavala caves. New Year's Eve at your resort with a bonfire and dinner. Overnight stay in Dandeli.
- 1
White-water rafting, Ganeshgudi
Rafting through a forested stretch of the Kali river below the Supa dam.
- 2
Kali Tiger Reserve
A forest of teak and bamboo with elephants, gaur, leopards and hornbills.
- 3
Kavala Caves
Limestone caves reached by steps through the forest, with a natural lingam inside.
New Year's morning and the journey home
Wake up early for birdwatching by the river, where hornbills fly over at dawn, then breakfast and the drive back. Drive from Dandeli to Hubballi (about 72 km, 1 hr 30 min). Board the train from Hubballi back to Bangalore (about 411 km), and the tour ends.
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: Dandeli to Hubballi
72 km · ~1h 26m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Dandeli
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
72 km · 1h 26m drive from previous stop
Arrive in HubballiHubballi, 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: Dandeli to Hubballi
72 km · ~1h 36m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Dandeli
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Dandeli. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Dandeli → Hubballi
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~72 km
~1h 36m|Tentative fare ₹80–₹250
- Arrive in Hubballi
Hubballi, 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: Dandeli to Hubballi
Nearest railway stations: Tavargatti for Dandeli, Hubli Jn for Hubballi.
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.
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: Hubballi to Bangalore
411 km · ~8h 53m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Hubballi
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BangaloreBangalore, Andhra Pradesh
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: Hubballi to Bangalore
411 km · ~9h 8m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Hubballi
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Hubballi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Hubballi → Bangalore
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~411 km
~9h 8m|Tentative fare ₹450–₹1,200
- Arrive in Bangalore
Bangalore, Andhra Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Hubballi to Bangalore
Nearest railway stations: Hubli Jn for Hubballi, Bangalore City Jn for Bangalore.
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
Hornbill watching
Great and Malabar pied hornbills over the forest at dawn.
Tour Overview
Dandeli is a forest town on the Kali river in the Western Ghats, inside the Kali Tiger Reserve, known for white-water rafting, jungle stays and hornbills.
New Year Tour: 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend)
New Year's Eve falls on Thursday 31 December 2026. Winter is the most comfortable season for adventure in Dandeli: the days are dry and mild, the river runs strong after the rains, and the forest is alive with birds, including the great hornbill. The jungle resorts hold bonfires and dinners on New Year's Eve.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Bangalore. The route runs Bangalore → Hubballi → Dandeli → Hubballi → Bangalore, about 964 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Dandeli New Year Tour from Bangalore
- Syntheri Rocks
- Coracle ride on the Kali
- White-water rafting, Ganeshgudi
- Kali Tiger Reserve
- Kavala Caves
- Hornbill watching
Inclusions in the Dandeli New Year Tour Package
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bangalore 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
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Dandeli New Year 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 Dandeli New Year Tour
Best time to visit: October–May
Travel window: 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend)
Route: Bangalore → Hubballi → Dandeli → Hubballi → Bangalore (about 964 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Hubballi and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: White-water rafting on the Kali depends on the water released from the Supa dam and runs in the mornings; the operator may change the timing or the stretch. Rafting, jungle safari and other activities are paid separately. Minimum age and health rules apply to rafting.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Dandeli, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Bangalore. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹23,810 | ₹11,360 | ₹10,300 |
| 33 Persons | ₹19,710 | ₹10,340 | ₹9,270 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹17,390 | ₹9,210 | ₹8,140 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹16,070 | ₹8,700 | ₹7,640 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹13,870 | ₹8,110 | ₹7,040 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
By cab from Bangalore the drive is about 456 km each way, so the cab option adds about 1 travel day each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Hubballi and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Route Map
Top Attractions
Syntheri Rocks
A towering monolithic pale-limestone rock face nearly 300 feet high, Syntheri Rocks rises sheer above the point where the Kaneri stream cuts through the Dandeli forest. The site is reached by a short walk from the road, offering dramatic views of the rock face and surrounding greenery. It is a popular spot for photography and picnicking, though swimming in the stream is not recommended.
Coracle ride on the Kali
A gentle ride in a round basket boat at sunset.
White-water rafting, Ganeshgudi
Rafting through a forested stretch of the Kali river below the Supa dam.
Kali Tiger Reserve
A forest of teak and bamboo with elephants, gaur, leopards and hornbills.
Kavala Caves
Limestone caves reached by steps through the forest, with a natural lingam inside.
Hornbill watching
Great and Malabar pied hornbills over the forest at dawn.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–May is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
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 Bangalore 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
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train 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: October–May
Travel window: 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend)
Route: Bangalore → Hubballi → Dandeli → Hubballi → Bangalore (about 964 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Hubballi and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: White-water rafting on the Kali depends on the water released from the Supa dam and runs in the mornings; the operator may change the timing or the stretch. Rafting, jungle safari and other activities are paid separately. Minimum age and health rules apply to rafting.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Dandeli, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Bangalore on day 1 and you are back in Bangalore on day 3. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Bangalore → Hubballi → Dandeli → Hubballi → Bangalore. That is about 964 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹10,300 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹7,040 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Bangalore and back. By cab from Bangalore the drive is about 456 km each way, so the cab option adds about 1 travel day each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Hubballi and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
This package is planned for 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend). Book early: hotels fill up fast in this season.
White-water rafting on the Kali depends on the water released from the Supa dam and runs in the mornings; the operator may change the timing or the stretch. Rafting, jungle safari and other activities are paid separately. Minimum age and health rules apply to rafting.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
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