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Places to Visit in Chikmagalur
Mullayanagiri
Mullayanagiri is the highest peak in Karnataka, rising to around 1,925 metres above sea level in the Baba Budan Giri range of the Western Ghats. It is the landmark that most travellers plan their entire Chikmagalur trip around, and for good reason: the climb to the summit involves a well-marked trail and a set of concrete steps that bring most reasonably fit visitors to the top within an hour and a half, where a small temple sits at the highest point alongside commanding views of the surrounding valleys and the distant plains. On clear mornings, the drive up to the base itself is rewarding, as the road winds through grasslands, shola forests and patches of mist that make the landscape feel genuinely remote. Trekkers planning a Chikmagalur trekking experience often combine Mullayanagiri with the adjacent Seethalayanagiri peak or the trail toward Baba Budangiri, turning a single summit visit into a fuller day in the hills. Photographers and families alike prioritise this peak, since it can be enjoyed at different levels of effort depending on how far along the trail each person is comfortable going.
Mullayanagiri
Mullayanagiri is the highest peak in Karnataka, rising to around 1,925 metres above sea level in the Baba Budan Giri range of the Western Ghats. It is the landmark that most travellers plan their entire Chikmagalur trip around, and for good reason: the climb to the summit involves a well-marked trail and a set of concrete steps that bring most reasonably fit visitors to the top within an hour and a half, where a small temple sits at the highest point alongside commanding views of the surrounding valleys and the distant plains. On clear mornings, the drive up to the base itself is rewarding, as the road winds through grasslands, shola forests and patches of mist that make the landscape feel genuinely remote. Trekkers planning a Chikmagalur trekking experience often combine Mullayanagiri with the adjacent Seethalayanagiri peak or the trail toward Baba Budangiri, turning a single summit visit into a fuller day in the hills. Photographers and families alike prioritise this peak, since it can be enjoyed at different levels of effort depending on how far along the trail each person is comfortable going.
Baba Budangiri
Baba Budangiri, named after the seventeenth-century Sufi saint Baba Budan, is a mountain range that sits close to Mullayanagiri and is known as much for its spiritual significance as for its landscapes. The dargah of Hazrat Dada Hayat Khalandar at the summit draws pilgrims of multiple faiths throughout the year, making it one of the more unusual stops in Karnataka where Hindu, Muslim and folk traditions exist side by side in the same place. The range also features the Manikyadhara Falls, a waterfall that drops from around thirty feet into a valley of dense vegetation and is considered sacred by local devotees. For travellers arriving on a Bangalore to Chikmagalur cab booking, the usual plan is to cover both Mullayanagiri and Baba Budangiri on the same day, since the two peaks are connected by a ridge trail and are only a short drive apart by road. The views from Kavikal Gandi viewpoint, close to the Baba Budangiri shrine, are among the most photographed in the district.
Kudremukh National Park
Kudremukh National Park covers around 600 square kilometres of some of the best-preserved tropical wet evergreen forest in the Western Ghats and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the broader Western Ghats listing. The park is named after the Kudremukh peak, whose silhouette resembles the face of a horse, and reaches an elevation of over 1,800 metres. Inside the park, wildlife that includes tigers, leopards, elephants, lion-tailed macaques and the gaur moves through forest that rarely sees the kind of tourist pressure found in more accessible sanctuaries. Trekkers who book a Bangalore to Chikmagalur car rental specifically for Kudremukh usually plan a separate day for the park, since the trek to the peak itself covers around 20 kilometres and requires an early start and good physical fitness. The drive into the park through the Lobo hamlet is an experience in itself, with dense canopy overhead and the Bhadra river audible through the trees.
Hebbe Falls
Hebbe Falls is a two-tiered waterfall in the Kemmangundi area that drops a combined height of around 168 metres, split between the upper Dodda Hebbe and the lower Chikka Hebbe sections. What makes it particularly memorable is that reaching it requires a jeep ride through a working coffee and cardamom estate, so the journey to the falls is woven into the experience rather than simply being a walk to a viewpoint. The route through the estate means visitors pass rows of coffee plants under shade trees, with the sound of the waterfall growing louder as the jeep climbs. The water at the base has long carried a local belief that it holds mild medicinal properties from the herbs growing upstream. Families and couples booking a Chikmagalur tour package from Bangalore frequently ask for Hebbe Falls to be added to the second-day itinerary, pairing it with the Kemmangundi hill station and the Z Point trek for a full day in the Kemmangundi area.
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
The Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, spread across the northwestern edge of the Chikmagalur district, is a protected forest reserve that covers around 492 square kilometres and forms one of the key wildlife corridors in Karnataka. Jeep safaris run inside the sanctuary offer sightings of wild elephants, leopards, the Indian giant squirrel, the Malabar pied hornbill, and during good fortune, a tiger in the more remote sections of the forest. The Bhadra River runs through the heart of the sanctuary, and boat rides on certain stretches of the river add a different dimension to the wildlife experience compared to a standard safari. Travellers booking a longer Bangalore to Chikmagalur cab trip of three or more days often include a morning at Bhadra alongside the coffee plantations and trekking stops, since the combination gives a well-rounded picture of what the district has to offer beyond its peaks and waterfalls.
Kemmangundi
Kemmangundi is a small hill station at around 1,434 metres above sea level that was once used as a summer retreat by the Mysore royal family and is now maintained as a government-run park and forest area. The town sits about 60 kilometres from Chikmagalur and makes for a rewarding second-day excursion from a base in the main town, particularly for travellers who want to combine short nature walks with the famous Z Point trek, which passes through grasslands before opening onto a panoramic ridge view. Hebbe Falls is accessible from Kemmangundi, and the area's cooler climate, particularly from October to February, makes it comfortable enough for longer outdoor time without the physical demands of Mullayanagiri. For groups travelling on a one way cab Bangalore to Chikmagalur booking and spending two or three nights, Kemmangundi is almost always recommended as a day-trip stop.
Hirekolale Lake
Hirekolale Lake is a scenic reservoir on the outskirts of Chikmagalur town, surrounded by gentle hills and a quiet shoreline that is popular for an early morning or late afternoon walk. Unlike the more physically demanding peaks and trekking trails in the district, this lake is accessible to everyone in a travel group regardless of fitness level, making it a reliable inclusion when the group includes children or older travellers. The lake also offers a reflective view of the hills in the background during clear weather, and local vendors around the periphery serve fresh coffee grown on the nearby estates, which makes a break here feel genuinely of the place rather than a generic rest stop. Travellers booking a Bangalore to Chikmagalur taxi for a weekend trip often stop here on the first evening after arrival, before heading into the hills on the following morning.
Coffee Plantations
Chikmagalur holds the distinction of being the place where coffee cultivation in India is believed to have begun, when the saint Baba Budan brought seven coffee seeds from Yemen in the seventeenth century and planted them in the hills that now bear his name. The coffee plantations that spread across the slopes around the town and toward Sakleshpur and Mudigere today draw visitors who want to understand where their morning cup comes from, and many estates now offer guided walks where guests can follow the fruit from the flowering stage through to drying and roasting. Estate stays have also grown significantly popular as a travel format among couples and small groups booking a Chikmagalur tour package from Bangalore, where a night in a planter's bungalow or a farm homestay is the centrepiece of the trip rather than a list of viewpoints. The best months for seeing the coffee in bloom, when the white flowers cover the plants and the fragrance carries across the hillside, are February and March.
Distance
240 to 250 km
One way
Time
5 to 6 hours
Via expressway
Starting from
₹ 3000
Per person
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About the Bangalore-Chikmagalur route
Bangalore
Where Your Journey Starts
Nelamangala
30 km
Hassan
185 Km
Birur Junction
215 Km
Chikmagalur Town
250 Km
Bangalore
Departure Point
Your journey to Ooty begins from Bangalore, the gateway to South India's most beloved hill stations. Pick-up is available from any part of the city — Koramangala, Electronic City, Whitefield, Hebbal, Yeshwanthpur, Marathahalli, or Majestic. The most common route out of Bangalore takes you onto NH275, the six-lane Mysore Expressway, which is one of the smoothest and best-maintained national highways in Karnataka. An early departure between 5 AM and 6 AM is strongly advised to clear Bangalore city limits before peak traffic begins. The first 50 km on the expressway are fast, comfortable, and lightly trafficked in the early hours, setting a pleasant tone for the journey ahead. Our drivers are experienced in choosing the optimal departure window and route based on real-time traffic conditions, ensuring that the first stretch of your Bangalore to Ooty road trip is efficient, calm, and enjoyable from the very first kilometre.
Nelamangala
Gateway to Bangalore’s Outskirts
The first stretch of the journey from Bangalore to Nelamangala covers roughly 30 kilometres and essentially serves as the exit from the city before the highway opens up. Nelamangala is a satellite town on the western outskirts of Bangalore where several major roads converge, including the highway toward Tumkur and the NH 75 heading toward Mangalore, which is the primary route to Chikmagalur. At this stage of the drive, traffic can vary considerably depending on the time of departure. Morning departures on weekdays are generally smoother once the inner-city congestion clears, while weekend mornings see heavier traffic from the Bangalore side that usually eases once Nelamangala is crossed. Most cabs pause briefly at Nelamangala for a fuel top-up or a quick breakfast at one of the highway dhabas before continuing, since the next stretch toward Hassan is a longer uninterrupted drive. Travellers who have booked an early-morning Bangalore to Chikmagalur cab are usually through Nelamangala well before the commuter traffic builds, which tends to make this the easiest part of the journey to manage with good planning.
Hassan
Temple Town of Karnataka
From Nelamangala, the route continues northwest on NH 75, covering around 155 kilometres to Hassan, which brings the cumulative total from Bangalore to roughly 185 kilometres. This is the longest and most comfortable stretch of the drive, with a well-maintained dual carriageway for the majority of the distance, relatively light traffic once the city edge is cleared, and a gradual shift in landscape from the dry scrub of the Bangalore plateau toward the greener, more irrigated countryside around Kunigal and Channarayapatna. Hassan is a significant regional city in Karnataka and historically famous as the gateway to the Hoysala temple circuit, with Belur and Halebidu both within 30 to 40 kilometres of the town. Many travellers on a Bangalore to Hassan cab or a Chikmagalur trip stop in Halebidu or Belur on the way if they are not arriving on a tight schedule, since the Hoysala temples here are among the finest examples of medieval Karnataka architecture and well worth an hour each. A lunch break in Hassan itself is practical, as the town has a good number of restaurants along the main road before the final stretch toward Chikmagalur begins.
Birur Junction
Railway Gateway of Malnad
From Hassan, the route continues on NH 75 toward Birur, covering around 30 more kilometres and bringing the total to approximately 215 kilometres from Bangalore. This section sees the landscape start to change more noticeably as the road climbs toward the edge of the Western Ghats, with the roadside vegetation becoming denser and the temperature dropping a few degrees compared to the heat of the Hassan plains. Birur is a small junction town on NH 75 and one of the points where travellers heading toward Chikmagalur turn off the main highway onto state roads leading deeper into the coffee-growing country. This stage is relatively short in driving time, usually around 30 to 40 minutes from Hassan, but the road conditions can vary more than on the Nelamangala-Hassan stretch, particularly in the post-monsoon months when repairs are often underway. Drivers familiar with this route usually maintain a steady pace here and point out the first distant views of the Western Ghats range that signals the approach to the hills.
Chikmagalur Town
Coffee Capital of Karnataka
The final section from Birur to Chikmagalur covers roughly 35 kilometres and includes a gradual climb through forested sections as the road approaches the town, bringing the total distance from Bangalore to around 245 to 250 kilometres. This last stage is where the drive starts to feel genuinely rewarding: the air is noticeably cooler, the roadside is dotted with the first coffee and cardamom estates, and the hills that form the backdrop to Chikmagalur town become visible well before arrival. The drive into town itself passes through orderly rows of coffee plants, and the town centre, while compact and unhurried, has everything needed for check-in before heading out for the first sightseeing stop of the trip. Most travellers on a Bangalore to Chikmagalur taxi reach town between late morning and early afternoon if they have left Bangalore by six or seven in the morning, leaving a comfortable first afternoon for Hirekolale Lake or a coffee estate walk before a proper day in the hills the following morning. The total travel time including one break falls comfortably between five and six hours on most days.
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Cab Packages for Your Chikmagalur Trip
Different types of travellers need different vehicles and price points. Here is a breakdown of the packages we offer for the Bangalore to Chikmagalur cab route.
Budget Cab Package
The Budget Cab Package offers a hatchback or entry-level sedan at the lowest per-kilometre rate we quote for this route, suitable for solo travellers or couples who need straightforward point-to-point transport without multiple sightseeing halts. This is the most searched package for travellers comparing a Bangalore to Chikmagalur cab booking on a fixed budget, and it remains a solid choice for a direct run to a coffee estate stay where local transport is already arranged. Vehicle options are listed on our cab rental page.
Family Cab Package
For families with children, parents or extra luggage, the Family Cab Package provides an SUV or Innova-class vehicle with more boot space and better ride quality on the ghat sections as the road climbs toward Chikmagalur town. This package is one of our most consistently booked options for a Chikmagalur tour package from Bangalore during school holidays and long weekends, and the vehicles in this category are also the most comfortable for the return journey after a day of trekking.
Corporate Travel Package
Our Corporate Travels package covers teams or individual executives travelling to Chikmagalur for corporate offsites, estate meetings or team-building programmes, with the same monthly billing, documentation and fleet reliability that businesses using our services in Bangalore rely on for their daily operations.
Luxury Package
The Luxury Package includes vehicles such as the Toyota Innova Crysta, Innova Hycross or the Force Urbania, both of which offer a considerably more comfortable cabin for the five to six hour drive, better air conditioning for the warmer stretches through Hassan, and more cabin space for a group that wants to travel without feeling cramped after a full day outdoors.
Group and Tempo Traveller Package
Groups of eight or more are better served by a Tempo Traveller or a Mini Bus, both of which work out considerably cheaper per head than multiple sedans and keep a group together through every stop from Mullayanagiri to Hebbe Falls rather than splitting across vehicles.
Wedding Package
For couples choosing a Chikmagalur coffee estate as a destination wedding venue, our Wedding Cab and Bus package covers decorated cars for the couple and comfortable buses for guests making the journey from Bangalore, with the coordination handled by our team in advance.
Our Services
In addition to the Bangalore to Chikmagalur route, Tejas Travels offers a full range of transport services out of Bangalore and Mysore.
● Cabs - Our cab rental service provides hatchbacks, sedans and SUVs for day hire, airport runs and outstation trips from Bangalore and Mysore.
● Tempo Traveller - The tempo traveller rental is suited to groups of 8 to 17 people, commonly used for Chikmagalur group outings, family road trips and college tours.
● Bus - Our bus rental service provides 30 to 50-seater coaches for corporate events, school tours and large group travel.
● Minibus - The mini bus rental fits groups of around 20 to 25 passengers and sits between a tempo traveller and a full-sized coach in capacity.
● Luxury Urbania - The Force Urbania rental offers a premium cabin with extra legroom, ideal for smaller groups wanting comfort on the longer stretches of a Chikmagalur trip.
● Luxury Volvo Bus - Our Volvo bus rental is used for larger corporate movements and long-distance group travel with reclining seats and air suspension.
● Corporate Travels - The corporate travel service provides dedicated fleet management, monthly billing and account support for businesses with regular transport requirements.
● Airport Transfer - Our airport transfer service covers Kempegowda International Airport with flight tracking for delayed arrivals and early-morning pickup.
● Employee Transport - The employee transport service manages daily staff commutes across Bangalore with route planning and dedicated vehicles.
● School Commute - Our student transportation service provides GPS-tracked, verified-driver vehicles for daily school pickup and drop.
● Outstation Travel - The outstation vehicle booking service covers one-way and round-trip routes across South India including Chikmagalur, Coorg, Wayanad, Ooty and Munnar.
● Wedding Cab and Bus - Our wedding car rental service provides decorated vehicles for the couple along with guest transport for weddings in Bangalore and destination locations like Chikmagalur.
● Tour Packages - Alongside cab rentals, we put together full tour packages covering transport, sightseeing and stay coordination for Chikmagalur, Coorg, Wayanad and other Western Ghats destinations.
All services listed above are available from both Bangalore and Mysore.
How to Book a Car for Rent in Bangalore — Step-by-Step
Booking a Car for hire in Bangalore with Tejas Travels takes under 5 minutes. Follow these 4 steps:
STEP1 | Contact Tejas Travels Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773, or email info@tejastravels.com — available 24 hours, 7 days a week. Share your travel date, Bangalore pickup location (area or landmark — Whitefield, Electronic City, MG Road, Koramangala, KIA airport, hotel name, tech park), destination or full itinerary, number of passengers, and preferred vehicle. For KIA airport pickups, share the flight number — the driver tracks live flight status and adjusts pickup timing for delayed flights automatically. For luxury vehicles (Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Rolls-Royce), also mention the occasion — corporate, wedding, VIP event — so the team can ensure the best-condition vehicle and, where required, formal chauffeur attire. |
STEP2 | Receive Your Written Quote Within 2 hours of your enquiry, Tejas Travels sends a written quote via WhatsApp or email. The quote clearly itemizes every charge: vehicle hire rate (Rs/km or flat package), driver allowance (Rs 400-1,000/day depending on vehicle class), applicable toll estimates, and any interstate permit if applicable (Tamil Nadu for Ooty, Kerala for Wayanad, Andhra Pradesh for Tirupati). No verbal-only prices — everything in writing before you confirm. For corporate clients requiring reimbursements, a Proforma Invoice can be issued at this stage. If you want to compare two vehicle classes, request both quotes at the same time. |
STEP3 | Confirm Your Booking & Pay Advance Once satisfied with the written quote, confirm via WhatsApp or phone. A 15-20% advance payment confirms the booking. Payment: UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm), NEFT/IMPS/RTGS bank transfer, or credit/debit card via payment link. Advance receipt within 30 minutes. Confirmation includes: driver name and mobile, vehicle registration, departure time, pickup location, and full billing breakdown — all in writing. For luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class), advance may be higher due to limited fleet and Bangalore peak-date demand (wedding season November-February, New Year). |
STEP4 | Your Driver Arrives Early Your assigned Tejas Travels driver arrives at your confirmed Bangalore pickup point 15 minutes before scheduled departure. For KIA airport transfers, the driver coordinates at the Arrivals gate. The vehicle is clean, sanitized, fuelled, and ready. For wedding and VIP bookings, the driver arrives in formal attire. The driver calls 30 minutes before arrival as a courtesy. During the trip, the driver handles all routing, toll payments, and Bangalore traffic navigation. At trip end, balance payment is settled after deducting the advance. Any additional km or hours are billed at the pre-agreed rate. |
Quick Booking for Hire: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your vehicle preference, Bangalore pickup location, destination, and travel date. Written quote in 2 hours.
Payment Methods — Car Hire in Bangalore
Tejas Travels accepts all major digital and traditional payment methods for both advance booking and final settlement at trip end.
Method | Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|
UPI | Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, BHIM UPI, Amazon Pay | Fastest method. Instant confirmation on receipt. Recommended for all advance deposits. |
Bank Transfer | NEFT, IMPS, RTGS | For corporate clients and advances above Rs 5,000. IMPS instant; NEFT up to 2 hours. |
Credit / Debit Card | Visa, Mastercard, RuPay | Via payment link to registered mobile or email. Valid for advance and full payment. |
Net Banking | All major Indian banks | Payment link via WhatsApp or email. Preferred for Bangalore IT corporate PO-based approvals. |
Cash | Balance at time of travel | Accepted at trip end. Advance must be digital for booking confirmation. Receipt issued. |
Corporate Credit | Registered corporate accounts | 30-day credit terms for signed Bangalore corporate clients. Monthly consolidated invoicing available. |
Luxury vehicle note: For Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW 7 Series, and Mercedes S-Class, a higher advance may be required given limited Bangalore fleet availability and Bangalore wedding season demand.
Cancellation Policy — Car Hire in Bangalore
Tejas Travels maintains a fair, transparent, and tiered cancellation policy. All terms communicated in writing at booking confirmation.
Cancellation Timing | Cancellation Charge | Refund on Advance |
|---|---|---|
More than 72 hours before departure | NIL — No charge | 100% of advance refunded within 5-7 working days |
48 to 72 hours before departure | 10% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 10% deduction |
24 to 48 hours before departure | 25% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 25% deduction |
12 to 24 hours before departure | 50% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 50% deduction |
Less than 12 hours before departure | 75% of total trip fare | Minimal or no refund depending on trip value |
No-show (car deployed, client absent) | 100% of total trip fare | No refund. Full fare payable. |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels (breakdown, force majeure) | NIL — No charge | 100% refunded within 2 working days OR substitute vehicle offered |
Special Cancellation Conditions for Bangalore Car Hire
- Weddings: Bangalore wedding hire: Minimum 7-day notice for full refund. Cancellations within 3 days of wedding date are non-refundable.
- Luxury Cars: Luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class): Minimum 5-day notice for full refund due to limited Bangalore fleet and wedding season demand.
- Peak Dates: New Year, Diwali, and Bangalore long-weekends: Minimum 48-hour notice for full refund. Less than 24 hours is non-refundable.
- Force Majeure: Bangalore bandhs / force majeure (traffic disruptions, road closures): 100% refund within 2 working days regardless of notice period.
- Modifications: Modifications (date change, vehicle upgrade, route additions) with more than 24 hours notice: Accommodated at no penalty, subject to availability.
How to Cancel: Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference. Cancellation confirmation within 2 hours. Refund to original payment method within stated timelines.
Refund Policy — Car Hire for Rent in Bangalore
All refunds processed to the original payment instrument. No cash refund unless advance was paid in cash.
Refund Scenario | Refund Amount | Processing Timeline |
|---|---|---|
Cancellation 72+ hrs before departure | 100% of advance paid | 5-7 working days to original payment instrument |
Cancellation 48-72 hrs before departure | Advance minus 10% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 24-48 hrs before departure | Advance minus 25% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 12-24 hrs before departure | Advance minus 50% charge | 7-10 working days |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels | 100% of advance paid | 2 working days — priority processing |
Trip shortfall: actual km less than minimum | Proportional credit on excess | Settled at trip end |
Billing error / overcharge | Full overcharged amount | 2-3 working days after verification |
Duplicate payment | Full duplicate amount | 2-3 working days after confirmation |
Refund by Payment Method
- UPI: UPI (GPay, PhonePe, Paytm): Refund to UPI-linked bank account within 3-5 working days.
- Card: Credit/Debit Card: Refund to originating card within 5-7 working days.
- Bank: Bank Transfer: Refund to originating account within 3-5 working days. Account re-confirmed before processing.
- Cash: Cash: Cash refund at Tejas Travels Bangalore office or via IMPS within 5 working days.
Refund Contact: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with booking reference, advance receipt, and refund reason. Confirmation within 24 hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Bangalore to Chikmagalur Cab
The Bangalore to Chikmagalur distance by road is approximately 240 to 250 kilometres, depending on the route taken. The most commonly used route follows NH 75 via Nelamangala and Hassan, which is the shortest and best-maintained option for most of the journey.
The drive typically takes between five and six hours, including one or two short breaks along the way. Departing before seven in the morning on most days avoids the heaviest city traffic and ensures arrival in Chikmagalur by early afternoon.
Fares for a Bangalore to Chikmagalur taxi generally start from around Rs. 3,500 to Rs. 4,500 for a one-way sedan booking, with prices varying based on vehicle type, toll charges, driver allowance and whether the booking is one-way or round trip.
Yes, a one way cab Bangalore to Chikmagalur is available and is priced for the single journey without charging for the driver's return, making it one of the more cost-effective options for travellers who have arranged their own return transport or are planning to extend their stay.
Toll charges along the Bangalore to Chikmagalur route are generally charged separately from the base fare.
Available vehicles include hatchbacks, sedans such as the Swift Dzire or Etios, SUVs and Innova-class vehicles for families or larger groups, and tempo travellers for groups of
eight or more. Vehicle availability and specific options can be checked on our cab rental page.
Yes, round-trip bookings are common for Chikmagalur, particularly for travellers who want to cover Mullayanagiri, Hebbe Falls and the coffee plantations over one or two days before returning to Bangalore. The driver stay charges for waiting days are calculated at a flat daily rate and confirmed at booking.
A small advance of around 10 percent of the total fare is typically collected at the time of booking to secure the vehicle and driver allocation, with the remaining balance payable at
the end of the trip either in cash directly to the driver or online via a payment link.
Tejas Travels maintains a fair, transparent, and tiered cancellation policy. All terms communicated in writing at booking confirmation.
Cancellation Timing | Cancellation Charge | Refund on Advance |
|---|---|---|
More than 72 hours before departure | NIL — No charge | 100% of advance refunded within 5-7 working days |
48 to 72 hours before departure | 10% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 10% deduction |
24 to 48 hours before departure | 25% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 25% deduction |
12 to 24 hours before departure | 50% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 50% deduction |
Less than 12 hours before departure | 75% of total trip fare | Minimal or no refund depending on trip value |
No-show (car deployed, client absent) | 100% of total trip fare | No refund. Full fare payable. |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels (breakdown, force majeure) | NIL — No charge | 100% refunded within 2 working days OR substitute vehicle offered |
Special Cancellation Conditions for Bangalore Car Hire
- Weddings: Bangalore wedding hire: Minimum 7-day notice for full refund. Cancellations within 3 days of wedding date are non-refundable.
- Luxury Cars: Luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class): Minimum 5-day notice for full refund due to limited Bangalore fleet and wedding season demand.
- Peak Dates: New Year, Diwali, and Bangalore long-weekends: Minimum 48-hour notice for full refund. Less than 24 hours is non-refundable.
- Force Majeure: Bangalore bandhs / force majeure (traffic disruptions, road closures): 100% refund within 2 working days regardless of notice period.
- Modifications: Modifications (date change, vehicle upgrade, route additions) with more than 24 hours notice: Accommodated at no penalty, subject to availability.
How to Cancel: Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference. Cancellation confirmation within 2 hours. Refund to original payment method within stated timelines.
All refunds processed to the original payment instrument. No cash refund unless advance was paid in cash.
Refund Scenario | Refund Amount | Processing Timeline |
|---|---|---|
Cancellation 72+ hrs before departure | 100% of advance paid | 5-7 working days to original payment instrument |
Cancellation 48-72 hrs before departure | Advance minus 10% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 24-48 hrs before departure | Advance minus 25% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 12-24 hrs before departure | Advance minus 50% charge | 7-10 working days |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels | 100% of advance paid | 2 working days — priority processing |
Trip shortfall: actual km less than minimum | Proportional credit on excess | Settled at trip end |
Billing error / overcharge | Full overcharged amount | 2-3 working days after verification |
Duplicate payment | Full duplicate amount | 2-3 working days after confirmation |
Refund by Payment Method
- UPI: UPI (GPay, PhonePe, Paytm): Refund to UPI-linked bank account within 3-5 working days.
- Card: Credit/Debit Card: Refund to originating card within 5-7 working days.
- Bank: Bank Transfer: Refund to originating account within 3-5 working days. Account re-confirmed before processing.
- Cash: Cash: Cash refund at Tejas Travels Bangalore office or via IMPS within 5 working days.
Refund Contact: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with booking reference, advance receipt, and refund reason. Confirmation within 24 hours.