Quiet Weekend Getaways near Bangalore |
Posted: July 19, 2018 |
Wayanad The distance from Bangalore to Wayanad is roughly 280 km. The journey from Bangalore to Wayanad by car will take you around 5 to 6 hours. Wayanad is a small district in North Kerala blessed with abundant natural beauty in the form of lush greenery, mighty hills, picturesque waterfalls and much more. Whether you just want to go out exploring on one of its tranquil trekking trails, Wayanad does not disappoint. Chembra Peak, Pakshipathalam trek, Brahmagiri Peak, Edakkal caves and Soochipara waterfalls are few of the tourist hotspots. Tea plantation tours through one of the many tea gardens of Wayanad is a refreshing and unique experience for visitors. Coorg Fondly known as the 'Scotland of India', the hill town of Coorg offers everything for a relaxed holiday. Coorg is at a distance of around 260 km from Bangalore. You can choose to stay in one of the many homestays amidst coffee estates for a better experience of Coorgi culture and cuisine. Coffee plantation tours will give an insight into the whole process of coffee cultivation and processing. Later in the day, you can head out to explore the Abbey falls, and Iruppu falls, enjoy a safari in Rajiv Gandhi National Park or spend some interesting time at Dubare Elephant Camp observing elephants. Finally soak in the serene environment of the Buddhist monastery, Namdroling Nyingmapa Monastery which is home to around 5000 monks. Chikmagalur Known for its coffee plantations and pleasant weather, Chikmagalur in Karnataka is a favourite choice among Bangaloreans as a relaxing holiday destination. Bangalore to Chikmagalur by car will take around 5 to 6 hours to cover the distance of 250 km. Monsoons are beautiful here with misty landscapes and waterfalls in their full glory. Mullayanagiri, the highest peak in Karnataka is in Chikmagalur. The place is a favourite among trekking enthusiasts as it offers some scenic and challenging trails. The Kalhatti waterfalls, Manikyadhara waterfalls, Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary and Kudremukh National Park, are some of the other places of interest in the hill station. Yercaud Yeracaud is a peaceful hill station in Salem district of Tamil Nadu. It is at a distance of nearly 250 km from Bangalore, and the drive is a scenic one with dense forests and coffee plantations alternating on the way. Yercaud has a handful of viewpoints where you can take in breathtaking views of the surrounding lush green hills and valleys. Karadiyur View Pint, Lady's Seat, Pagoda Point are some of the most popular spots. There are a few parks like Rose Garden and Anna Park where you can enjoy a little picnic with family and friends. Thekkady A delightful mix of natural beauty, wildlife tourism, dense forests and picturesque spice plantations, Thekkady in Kerala is a perfect weekend getaway spot. The distance from Bangalore is around 500 km. A trekkers' paradise, Thekkady is sure to keep the nature lover in you engaged with activities like boating through Periyar river, wildlife spotting, spice plantation tours and adventure activities like bamboo rafting and hiking.
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