Nandi Hills Sightseeing Day Tour from Bangalore City
Trip Overview
Nandi Hills is a popular hangout for Bangaloreans, especially on weekends. Nandi Hills get their name from an ancient Nandi temple situated on this hill with a thousand-year-old Nandi statue.
Highlights
- Visit the beautiful Nandi Hill, the summer resort in Bangalore.
- Explore the thousand-year-old ancient Nandi Temple.
Detailed Overview
- Nandi Hills is one of the most famous tourist places in Bangalore. This is 60 km away from Bangalore and is a perfect place to witness the sunrise or sunset. The route that takes you to Nandi Hills has foggy hills, curvy roads, and beautiful viewpoints. Nandi Hills was called Ananda Giri, which means the hill of happiness, during the Chola period. Nandi Hills is home to quite a few temples, and one such temple that you must visit is the Bhoga Nandeeshwara temple in Nandi village. Dedicated to Lord Shiva and his consorts Nandi and Parvati, this temple is one of the oldest in the area and is a beautifully designed work of architecture.
Nandi Hills Sightseeing Day Tour from Bangalore Itinerary
- Exploring Nandi Hills from Bangalore is a wonderful day trip, offering stunning views, historical sites, and refreshing natural beauty.
- Start early to beat the traffic and witness the sunrise at Nandi Hills.
- Early in the morning, the driver will pick you up from the hotel or address as specified at the time of booking.
- Have a quick breakfast on the go or pack some snacks for the journey.
- Reach Nandi Hills by around 5:30 AM; its around 60 km from Bangalore city
- Head to the viewpoint to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the hills.
- Its the best place to view the sunrise in Bangalore.
- Take in the panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
- Explore Tipu's Drop, a cliff from where prisoners were pushed off during Tipu Sultan's reign.
- Visit the Nandi Temple and learn about its historical significance.
- Enjoy photography sessions amidst the picturesque surroundings.
- If interested in trekking, embark on a moderate trek to reach the summit for a bird's-eye view of the surroundings.
- Alternatively, opt for a leisurely nature walk along the trails surrounding Nandi Hills.
- Capture the natural beauty of the region and spot some local flora and fauna.
- Head to the nearby Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and explore its architectural beauty and historical significance.
- Take a stroll around the temple premises and admire the intricate carvings.
- Enjoy a sumptuous lunch at a local restaurant near Nandi Hills.
- Sample some authentic Karnataka cuisine or opt for your favorite comfort food.
- Spend some leisure time relaxing amidst the tranquil surroundings of Nandi Hills.
- Bid farewell to Nandi Hills and start your journey back to Bangalore.
- Enjoy the scenic drive back and make a quick stop for tea or snacks along the way.
- Drop-off at your preferred location marks the end of your memorable Nandi Hills tour.
This itinerary allows you to make the most of your day trip to Nandi Hills, experiencing its natural beauty, historical charm, and adventurous offerings. Adjustments can be made based on your preferences and available time.
Please note
- This is not a guided tour; the driver will not be the guide for the tour.
- This is a local city tour; hence, the vehicle cannot be used for any outstation tour.
Basic Details
Inclusions
- All Sightseeing using private Air-conditioned Sedan Car or SUV
- All parking and toll charges
- Driver and fuel charges
- Tour as per the itinerary
- 8 hours of usage (Extra hourly charges will be applicable after the limit, please refer Important Information Section for details)
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Important Information
- This is not a guided tour.
- The driver will know the local language; an English-speaking driver can be requested during the booking in the "Special Request" section, though the same cannot be promised.
- This is a fixed itinerary tour; the guests may choose to skip any of the places but no new place can be added to the itinerary.
- Pick-up and drop-off have to be in the same location
- Airport pick-up and drop is available at an additional cost (select add-on while booking).
- Sedans (4-seater) models provided are Suzuki Dzire, Toyota Etios or similar
- SUV (6-seater) models provided are Toyota Innova, Mahindra Xylo, Suzuki Ertiga or similar
- night charge of Rs. 300 is applicable if the cab service is used beyond 10:00 pm
- The tour has a time limit of 8 hours.
- After 8 hours, additional per-hour charges are applicable (to be paid directly to the driver in cash):
- For Sedan (4-seater), Rs 100 per hour
- For SUV (6-seater), Rs. 150 per hour
- Tempo Traveler: Rs 300 per hour
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
We have two options Sedans & bigger SUVs. In Sedans we provide Suzuki Dzire, Toyota Etios mostly, sometimes it could be Nissan Sunny. In SUVs we provide Toyotta Innova, Mahindra Xylo, Suzuki Ertiga. You can request a particular model while booking in 'Special Request' and we try to provide it however you can not pick and choose exact car models. We operate only AC vehicles and hatchbacks are not available.
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Yes, all sightseeing tours need to be booked in advance. Tours often sell out so we suggest booking early to guarantee your desired tour day. Bookings are completely online and you can book on Website or Mobile app.
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You need to book online from this page. We accept only online bookings. Booking is confirmed instantly through SMS and Email. Driver & Cab details are sent on SMS/Email 3-6 hours before pick-up time.
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Meet-up Information/Reporting Point
- Pick-up from Bangalore Hotel or Residence
- The driver will pick you up directly from your hotel or specified pick up point. Please enter the full pick up address at the checkout page.
$ 50.18 Per Vehicle
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