
Building your South Hills Chikmagalur Weekend itinerary…

A two-night Bengaluru-doorstep road weekend into Chikmagalur's coffee estates, honest about the Friday-evening math, a no-promises Mullayanagiri sunrise attempt and a free Hirekolale Lake sunset instead.
Start your journey with a 245km drive from Bengaluru, taking 4.5-5.5 hours, to your Chikmagalur estate. Upon arrival, enjoy a leisurely Estate breakfast on the veranda, open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. This coffee shop is rated 4.5 from 231 reviews, offering a relaxed start.
Spend the afternoon with a tranquil Estate coffee walk on the resort grounds. This point of interest is open 24 hours, allowing you to discover the coffee plantations at your own pace. Enjoy the serene surroundings and the fresh air together.
Consider booking a local activity for tomorrow. Options include CAPTURE Yagachi Water Adventure Sports Center, rated 4.2, or a jeep trekking tour with Eco Adventures & Jeep Trekking, rated 4.9, or Jeep trekking & tourist guide, rated 4.9.
For an optional early start, head to Mullayanagiri Peak, Karnataka's highest at 1,925m. Beyond Seethalayanagiri checkpoint, switch to local jeeps for the final steep stretch. Afterwards, return for a relaxed Estate breakfast on the veranda, open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Enjoy a leisurely afternoon at the estate. Relax and unwind, perhaps revisiting a favourite spot or simply enjoying the peaceful ambiance of the coffee country. Consider a quiet moment together before the evening's plans.
Conclude your day with a visit to Hirekolale Lake, a tourist attraction rated 4.3 from 405 reviews. This serene lake offers picturesque views, especially as the sun begins to set, providing a peaceful end to your Chikmagalur weekend.
Begin your day with a leisurely pace, enjoying one final filter coffee on the veranda of your accommodation. Complete your packing and prepare for checkout late-morning. This allows for a relaxed start before the journey back to Bengaluru.
Embark on the direct drive back to Bengaluru, covering approximately 245km. The journey is expected to take between 4.5 to 5.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions, especially entering Bengaluru. Plan a convenient lunch stop near Hassan or Channarayapatna.
Continue your drive towards Bengaluru as the evening progresses. The latter part of your journey will involve navigating city traffic before reaching your home destination. Reflect on your refreshing Chikmagalur coffee-estate weekend getaway.
Lush tropical forests & meadows hosting a diverse range of wildlife, such as tigers & peacocks.
1,925-m. peak, the highest in Karnataka, accessible by foot for views & a summit temple.
Jungle waterfall accessed by hike or 4x4, with snack vendors by a natural bathing & wading pool.
Hindu Temple rated 4.8 out of 5 by 4,913 visitors on Google.
Artificial falls at a roadside rock face, with adjoining steps to the top & food stalls nearby.
Playful park featuring sculptures, a fountain, waterfalls, walking paths, a train ride & playground.
Tourist Attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 by 1,646 visitors on Google.
Tourist Attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 by 1,343 visitors on Google.
Locals send you here for affordable, homely Akki Rotti, Jolada Rotti, and Ragi Mudde meals for lunch, freshly prepared and served hot.
Try their signature hazelnut and caramel flavoured coffees, which reviewers call the best in Chikkamagaluru, and also their Tres leches dessert.
Order cakes here, as they are beautifully made, fresh, and delicious, with reviewers noting the use of healthy ingredients and timely delivery.
September, October, November, December, January, February, March. Avoid July, August
From ₹2,000 per person, twin-share. Includes accommodation only. Flights and ground transfers are NOT included.. This is an indicative From price built from live supplier fares and rates; your NxVoy travel expert confirms the final figure against your exact dates and party.
2 nights accommodation; Stays across Chikmagalur; Airport pickup and drop; Daily breakfast at your hotel.
Flights (this is a land-only price); Visa fees and travel insurance; Lunches and dinners unless listed above; Personal expenses, tips and optional activities.
3 days and 2 nights.
Gowrishankar Rotti Mess — Locals send you here for affordable, homely Akki Rotti, Jolada Rotti, and Ragi Mudde meals for lunch, freshly prepared and served hot.; Kalhare coffee — Try their signature hazelnut and caramel flavoured coffees, which reviewers call the best in Chikkamagaluru, and also their Tres leches dessert.; Liz Bakes — Order cakes here, as they are beautifully made, fresh, and delicious, with reviewers noting the use of healthy ingredients and timely delivery..
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary; Mullayanagiri Peak; Jhari Waterfall; Adishakthyathmaka Sri Deviramma temple, Sri kshetra Bindiga; Honnammana Halla Falls; Mahatma Gandhi Park.
Couple and Friends travellers.
Visa requirements depend on your passport and residence. Your NxVoy travel expert advises on visas and handles the paperwork as part of your tailored quote.
Yes. Every NxVoy journey is fully tailored to your dates, group and budget. Share your preferences on WhatsApp and our experts (with Shasa AI) adjust the itinerary, stays and pace to suit you.
Start from this page and a NxVoy travel expert confirms your dates, party and final price before anything is paid. Flights, stays, transfers and experiences are booked together, so the ₹2,000 From price covers a real, connected trip rather than a room rate.
Every NxVoy journey is delivered in partnership with Maanas Sarover Tours & Travels, an IATA-accredited house with two decades of on-the-ground expertise and membership across India's foremost travel and tourism bodies.
IATA
Incredible India
TAFI
ADTOI
ATOAI
ATTOI
ABTO
TOAI
GTAA
FOTO
IATTE
ETAA
Tamil Nadu Tourism
Gujarat Tourism
Haryana Tourism
Telangana Tourism
Karnataka TourismFewer crowds, golden light and gentle warmth across Europe and Asia.