Gandikota Tour Package from Bangalore (3 Days)
3-day Gandikota Belum Caves tour from Bangalore: Gandikota and Belum Caves. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab or bus. From ₹6,800 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
23° – 30°C
October in Gandikota
Description
3-day Gandikota Belum Caves tour from Bangalore: Gandikota and Belum Caves. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab or bus. From ₹6,800 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 7 handpicked stops, including Gandikota Gorge, Gandikota Fort, Madhavaraya Temple and more. November–February 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 Gandikota. 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 Gandikota
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 18°C – 40°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Bangalore to Gandikota
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Bangalore in the morning. Drive from Bangalore to Gandikota (about 276 km, 5 hrs 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Gandikota. Drive across the Deccan plateau to Gandikota, arriving by mid-afternoon. Walk to the rim of the gorge for the sunset over the Penna river, with the walls of the canyon turning deep red. Overnight stay in Gandikota.
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 Gandikota
276 km · ~5h 51m · About 6h 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 & refuel near KadiriAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
126 km · 2h 31m drive from previous stop
Arrive in GandikotaGandikota, 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: Bangalore to Gandikota
276 km · ~6h 8m · 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 → Gandikota
AC Seater / Volvo · ~276 km
~6h 8m|Tentative fare ₹300–₹820
Usual tea / meal halts: Kadiri (~170 km)
- Arrive in Gandikota
Gandikota, 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: Bangalore to Gandikota
Nearest railway stations: Bangalore City Jn for Bangalore, Mangapatnam for Gandikota.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 7h 19m in total
Change trains at Gooty Jn — about 1h 23m wait
1 change · 7h 19m in total
Change trains at Gooty Jn — about 1h 9m wait
1 change · 7h 45m in total
Change trains at Gooty Jn — about 1h 48m 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.
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Gandikota Gorge
A gorge about 300 m wide cut by the Penna through the Erramala hills.
Sunrise over the canyon and Gandikota Fort
Be at the gorge for sunrise. After breakfast, walk round the fort: the Madhavaraya temple with its carved gateway, the Jamia Masjid, the old granary and the Ranganatha temple. In the afternoon drive to the Mylavaram dam for the view over the reservoir, and return for a quiet evening. Overnight stay in Gandikota.
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Gandikota Fort
A 13th-century hill fort, later held by the Qutb Shahis, on the edge of the gorge.
- 2
Madhavaraya Temple
A Vijayanagara-period temple inside the fort with a tall carved gopuram.
- 3
Jamia Masjid
A mosque with twin minarets inside the fort walls.
- 4
Mylavaram Dam
A dam on the Penna just upstream of the gorge.
Belum Caves and back to Bangalore
Drive to the Belum Caves and walk the lit path through about 1.5 km of the cave system, past stalactites, the Patalganga stream and the Meditation Hall where Buddhist relics were found; allow about an hour and a half. Have lunch and drive home. Drive from Gandikota to Belum Caves (about 61 km, 1 hr 15 min) and from Belum Caves to Bangalore (about 282 km, 5 hrs 30 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Bangalore. 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: Gandikota to Belum Caves
61 km · ~1h 13m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Gandikota
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
61 km · 1h 13m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Belum CavesBelum Caves, 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: Gandikota to Belum Caves
61 km · ~1h 21m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Gandikota
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Gandikota. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Gandikota → Belum Caves
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~61 km
~1h 21m|Tentative fare ₹70–₹220
- Arrive in Belum Caves
Belum Caves, 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: Gandikota to Belum Caves
Nearest railway stations: Mangapatnam for Gandikota, Tadipatri (about 26 km away) for Belum Caves.
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: Belum Caves to Bangalore
282 km · ~5h 58m · About 6h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Belum Caves
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near GorantlaAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
132 km · 2h 38m 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: Belum Caves to Bangalore
282 km · ~6h 16m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Belum Caves
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Belum Caves. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Belum Caves → Bangalore
AC Seater / Volvo · ~282 km
~6h 16m|Tentative fare ₹310–₹840
Usual tea / meal halts: Bagepalli (~170 km)
- 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: Belum Caves to Bangalore
Nearest railway stations: Tadipatri (about 26 km away) for Belum Caves, 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.
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Belum Caves
A long limestone cave system with stalactites, an underground stream and lit walkways.
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Buddha statue, Belum
A large statue of the Buddha at the cave entrance, recalling the monks who once lived here.
Tour Overview
Gandikota is a medieval fort on the edge of a deep red gorge cut by the Penna river, often called the Grand Canyon of India. Nearby are the Belum Caves, the second longest cave system open to visitors in the Indian plains.
Winter Tour: Dec 2026 – Feb 2027
This corner of the Rayalaseema plateau is very hot for most of the year, and December to February is the only really comfortable time to visit. Winter mornings at the gorge are cool and clear, ideal for the sunrise over the canyon and for walking round the fort, and the cave visit is pleasant in the mild afternoons.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Bangalore. The route runs Bangalore → Gandikota → Belum Caves → Bangalore, about 619 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 Gandikota Belum Caves Tour from Bangalore
- Gandikota Gorge
- Gandikota Fort
- Madhavaraya Temple
- Jamia Masjid
- Mylavaram Dam
- Belum Caves
- Buddha statue, Belum
Inclusions in the Gandikota Belum Caves 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
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Gandikota Belum Caves 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 Gandikota Belum Caves Tour
Best time to visit: November–February
Travel window: Dec 2026 – Feb 2027
Route: Bangalore → Gandikota → Belum Caves → Bangalore (about 619 km in all)
Before you go: Belum Caves are open daily from about 10 am to 5 pm; inside it is warm and humid, so wear light clothes and shoes with a good grip. The rocks at the Gandikota gorge have no railings in places; keep away from the edge.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Gandikota, or similar.
Package Price: Cab or Bus
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹13,660 | ₹10,050 |
| 33 Persons | ₹11,030 | ₹9,020 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹9,810 | ₹7,900 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹9,020 | ₹7,390 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹7,650 | ₹6,800 |
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
- Gandikota Gorge
- Gandikota Fort
- Madhavaraya Temple
- Jamia Masjid
- Mylavaram Dam
- Belum Caves
- Buddha statue, Belum
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
November–February 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 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
- 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: November–February
Travel window: Dec 2026 – Feb 2027
Route: Bangalore → Gandikota → Belum Caves → Bangalore (about 619 km in all)
Before you go: Belum Caves are open daily from about 10 am to 5 pm; inside it is warm and humid, so wear light clothes and shoes with a good grip. The rocks at the Gandikota gorge have no railings in places; keep away from the edge.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Gandikota, 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.
Bangalore → Gandikota → Belum Caves → Bangalore. That is about 619 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹10,050 per person (bus); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹6,800 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 Bangalore 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.
This package is planned for Dec 2026 – Feb 2027. Book early: hotels fill up fast in this season.
Belum Caves are open daily from about 10 am to 5 pm; inside it is warm and humid, so wear light clothes and shoes with a good grip. The rocks at the Gandikota gorge have no railings in places; keep away from the edge.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
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