Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip )

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31st May 2019
Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) by Sachin Mishra

Left Bangalore from Mekhri Circle VIA Yeshwanthpur- Neelmangala Highway

Took Road towards Mangalore - Hassan

Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) 1/1 by Sachin Mishra
Day 1

Mangalore Highway

Photo of Bangalore - Mangalore Highway, Nanthoor, Pumpwell, Mangalore, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra
Photo of Hassan, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra
Day 2

Traditional Malnad style breakfast at Belur Must Try – Breakfast items and Coffee at coffee shops which can be spotted in middle of coffee plantations.

Photo of Agumbe, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra

Agumbe is a small village of Malnad region of Karnataka and is called Cherrapunji of South India because it receives 7,000+ mm of rainfalls annually.

Varangal Jain Temple ( KERE Basandi ) , 39 km from Udupi

Kere Basadi is 850 years old, this temple looks renovated, possessing a modern look due to the large marble tiles that surround the outer wall, along with the tile roofing.

TIP – Carry some food and water , its an isolated place with very limited civilization

a good place for photoshoot when the lake is full , can be accessed with boat only during monsoon

Photo of Varanga Lake (kere) Basadi, Varanga Jain Math Road, Varanga, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra

Udupi –

Udupi, an important Vaishnavite coastal town in South Karnataka, is located 381kms from the capital Bangalore. The third largest city in Karnataka, it forms the district headquarters of Udupi district Known for its delicious cuisine, one can find Udupi restaurants all over the country. Besides being a centre for education, social and religious activities, the city is also a loveable tourist spot.

Places to Visit – Shri Krishna Matha Temple , St Mary Islands , Malpe Beach , Kaup Beach ,

Food to try – Neer Dosa , Mangalore Buns , Kotte kadubu

Accommodation - Good Hotels available as per the Budget of the Traveller

Photo of St.Mary's Island Boating Office Road, Malpe, Udupi, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra
Photo of Udupi Fish Market, Kadekoppala, Chitpady, Udupi, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra

Udupi Kaup Beach

View from Kaup Lighthouse

Photo of Kapu Beach Road, Ram Nagar, Kapu, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra

Kaup Light House – Timings – 4:00 PM to Sunset Ticket – INR 10 Rs per person

Photo of Kapu Beach Road, Ram Nagar, Kapu, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra

Kaup Lighthouse

Photo of Kapu Beach Road, Ram Nagar, Kapu, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra
Day 3

Malpe Seawalk

Photo of Sea Walk, Malpe, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra

Murudeshwar

The Gigantic Shiva The breath-taking effigy of Shiva in Murudeshwar is a popular one. This figure is said to be the second tallest Shiva statue in world after Kailashnath , Mahadev Statue in Nepal.

Photo of Murdeshwar, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra

Gopuram - 22 Floors structure with a lift to get a view of Holy Shiva and Murudeshwar Town

Photo of Murdeshwar, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra
Photo of Yana, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra
Day 4

Hitherto being a cotton hub and hence popularly known before as the Manchester of Karnataka, the commercial ventures of the city is now dominated by education and agro-processing industries. Notable among them is its aromatic benne dose that is associated with the name of the city.

Few points to be noted while traveling

1. Always keep your phone n other electronic gadgets fully charged...if possible keep a battery to further charge cellphone...

2. carry minimum luggage...don't carry unnecessary items.

3. carry paper soap n hand sanitiser.

4. keep a small first aid box containing medicines for common diseases like fever,vomiting,loose motions, stomach ache,headche etc

5. keep ors and electrol.

6. always drink clean water

7. carry a torch.

8. don't forget to carry a photo ID

9. people have high standard for religion. Make sure you respect it.

10. DO NOT LITTER

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Photo of Davanagere, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra
Day 2
Photo of Maravanthe beach, Karnataka by Sachin Mishra

View From GOPURAM of Murdeshwar Town

Photo of Murdeshwar, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra

Facts about Hassan :

Hassan is the most convenient base and the nearest railhead to explore Belur, Halebid and Sravanabelagola, the tourist centers of great antiquity

Known for its salubrious climate, Hassan accounts for 80% of India's coffee production and exports.

Stayed overnight at Hassan

Places to Stay – Oyo and Other small Hotels are available , prior booking will be advantage

Places to Eat – Jain Mess serves amazing Vegetarian Food , NON VEG Options are less as there are JAIN TEMPLES NEARYBY

NEXT STOP – AGUMBE

Facts about AGUMBE –

Kudremukh - Highest Peak in Karnataka , great for trekking , not preferred during Monsoon

Photo of Kudremukh, Karnataka, India by Sachin Mishra
Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) by Sachin Mishra

Secret Way from Malpe to Kaup Beach ( 8 Km Stretch with Roads next to SEA )

use this route instead of regular one

Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) by Sachin Mishra

the Road is well maintained and gives an spectacular view of Great Arabian Sea

Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) by Sachin Mishra

Temple and Gopuram are closed – 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM

Gopuram – 5 Rs per person ticket to take lift to 18th Floor to Get Spectacular View of Shiva with Arabian Sea in Background

Gokarna

Best Places to visit – Kudle Beach , Shri Mahabaleshwara Swamy temple , OM Beach

Best Places for Food – Mantara Café , Surya Café

Best Places to Stay – Zostels , Namaste Yoga Farm

Must Visit – Honey Beach via ferry , Go Karna Market

Butterfly Beach

Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) by Sachin Mishra

Honey Beach

Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) by Sachin Mishra

OM BEACH

Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) by Sachin Mishra

kudle beach road

Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) by Sachin Mishra
Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) by Sachin Mishra

Sunset - Mantra Cafe'

Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) by Sachin Mishra

Half Moon Beach Trekking

Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) by Sachin Mishra

old Structure in YANA

Photo of Bangalore – Hassan – Sakhleshpur – Varangal – Udupi – Maravanthe – Murdeshwar –Gokarna ( Bike Trip ) by Sachin Mishra

Return from Gokarna to Bengaluru via Davangere – Tumkur Highway

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