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South India Grand Circuit — Bangalore to Hubli
Explore Heritage, Culture & Scenic Beauty across Karnataka
Bangalore → Belur → Halebidu → Shravanabelagola → Chikmagalur → Hampi → Gokarna → Murudeshwar → Udupi → Mangalore
Coastal Karnataka Heritage Circuit — Bangalore to Mangalore
Explore Heritage, Beaches & Spiritual Journeys
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Highlights
Why travellers pick this circuit
- ✅ Both UNESCO World Heritage Hoysala temples (Belur & Halebidu) plus Hampi in one circuit
- ✅ Overnight stay built into the Chikmagalur coffee hills for a relaxed pace
- ✅ Ends along the Karnataka coast — Gokarna beaches, Murudeshwar's giant Shiva statue, Udupi cuisine
- ✅ A dedicated variant of this circuit is curated specifically for international / foreign clients
Itinerary
Places covered
1
Bangalore
- Silicon Valley of India
- Lalbagh Botanical Garden
- Bangalore Palace
2
Belur
- Chennakesava Temple
- Intricate Hoysala Architecture
- UNESCO Heritage Site
213 KM / 4H 30M
3
Halebidu
- Hoysaleswara Temple
- Exquisite Stone Carvings
- UNESCO Heritage Site
16 KM / 30M
4
Shravanabelagola
- Gommateshwara (Bahubali) Statue
- Jain Pilgrimage Site
- Peaceful & Spiritual
48 KM / 1H 15M
5
Chikmagalur
- Coffee Plantations
- Mullayanagiri Peak
- Scenic Beauty & Treks — overnight stay
170 KM / 4H
6
Hampi
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Ancient Temples & Ruins
- Vijayanagara Empire Glory
195 KM / 5H
7
Gokarna
- Sacred Temple Town
- Om Beach
- Peaceful Beaches
270 KM / 6H
8
Murudeshwar
- Famous Shiva Statue
- Murudeshwar Temple
- Beach & Scenic Views
80 KM / 2H
9
Udupi
- Sri Krishna Temple
- Malpe Beach
- Delicious Udupi Cuisine
60 KM / 1H 15M
10
Mangalore (Drop)
- Port City of Karnataka
- Beaches & Temples
- Drop point — tour ends
60 KM / 1H 30M
Total: ≈ 27–30 hours total drive time (overnight stay recommended at Chikmagalur)
What's covered
Inclusions
- Private vehicle for the full route
- Point-to-point transfers between all listed stops
- Sightseeing at each stop as listed
- Driver allowance, toll & parking
Please note
Exclusions
- Hotel accommodation (quoted separately by category)
- Meals unless specified
- Entry tickets/camera fees at monuments & temples
- Personal expenses & tips
FAQs
Coastal Karnataka Heritage Circuit — Bangalore to Mangalore — Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Coastal Karnataka circuit take?
The full route is about 1,154 km and 27–30 hours of total drive time. We recommend at least 7–8 days to cover it comfortably, including the overnight stay at Chikmagalur.
Does this route include the Hoysala temples?
Yes — both UNESCO World Heritage Hoysala temples, Chennakesava Temple at Belur and Hoysaleswara Temple at Halebidu, are covered early in the itinerary, along with the Gommateshwara statue at Shravanabelagola.
Is Hampi included in this circuit?
Yes, Hampi — the UNESCO World Heritage ruins of the Vijayanagara Empire — is a full stop on this route, reached after an overnight stay in the Chikmagalur coffee hills.
Where does the tour end?
The circuit starts in Bangalore and ends with a drop at Mangalore, after covering Gokarna, Murudeshwar and Udupi along the coast.
Is there a version of this package for foreign tourists?
Yes — see our dedicated Coastal Karnataka international-client circuit, ground-handled with English-speaking support and paced for first-time visitors to India.
What is the overnight stay arrangement?
An overnight stay is built in at Chikmagalur, in the coffee-growing hills of the Western Ghats, to break up the long Bangalore-to-coast drive comfortably.
Can I do a shorter coastal-only version?
Yes — ask us about the 5-stop Coastal Karnataka route (Hubli–Murudeshwar–Gokarna–Udupi–Mangalore) if you only want the beach and coastal-temple stretch.
What is included in the package price?
Private vehicle for the full route, point-to-point transfers, sightseeing at each listed stop, and driver allowance, toll and parking. Hotels and meals are quoted separately by category.
How much does this package cost?
Pricing depends on your number of days, hotel category, and group size. Contact us for a same-day customised quote.
Is this suitable for a religious/pilgrimage-focused trip?
Yes — Gokarna and Murudeshwar both combine beach scenery with major temples (Mahabaleshwar Temple and the Murudeshwar Shiva Temple respectively), making this route popular with pilgrimage travellers too.
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