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Rajagiri Citadel
The highest of the three hills, Rajagiri rises more than 150 metres above the plain and holds the main citadel, with gateways, a granary, a temple and the famous drawbridge gap near the summit. The round-trip climb takes around two hours on steep steps and rock. Start early, carry plenty of water and wear good shoes. The view from the top across the walls and plains explains why the fort was so hard to take.
Rajagiri Citadel
The highest of the three hills, Rajagiri rises more than 150 metres above the plain and holds the main citadel, with gateways, a granary, a temple and the famous drawbridge gap near the summit. The round-trip climb takes around two hours on steep steps and rock. Start early, carry plenty of water and wear good shoes. The view from the top across the walls and plains explains why the fort was so hard to take.
Krishnagiri Citadel
North of the main road, Krishnagiri, sometimes called the queen's fort, is a shorter climb of about an hour. It has a granary, an audience hall and a small temple, and it looks straight across at Rajagiri. It is usually quieter and suits families who want a view without the full Rajagiri ascent.
Kalyana Mahal and Royal Enclosure
At the foot of Rajagiri, the white seven-storey Kalyana Mahal with its pyramid-shaped tower is the most photographed building in the complex. Around it lie the remains of palaces, stables, an elephant tank, a gymnasium and water tanks, showing how the fort worked as a self-sufficient town.
Venkataramana Temple
This large sixteenth-century Nayak temple stands just outside the palace area, with a tall gopuram and finely carved pillars. It is no longer in active worship, which gives it a quiet, atmospheric feel, and the carvings of Ramayana scenes reward a slow walk.
Sadat Ullah Khan Mosque
Built in the early eighteenth century during the Nawab period, this mosque sits near the palace area and reflects another chapter in the fort's long history, which saw the Konar chiefs, Vijayanagara Nayaks, Marathas, Mughals, Nawabs, French and British.
Chandrayandurg and the Fort Walls
The third hill, Chandrayandurg, completes the triangle of defences but is not usually open for climbing. The walls and the moat that link all three hills can be seen along the approach roads and from both summits, giving a sense of the fort's vast scale.
Singavaram Ranganatha Cave Temple
A few kilometres from Gingee, this rock-cut shrine holds a large reclining image of Lord Ranganatha carved into the hill, with steps leading up to it. Local tradition links the deity closely to the Gingee rulers, and the hilltop views are lovely.
Melmalayanur Angalamman Temple
About 20 kilometres from Gingee, the melmalayanur angalamman temple is a major pilgrimage centre that draws very large crowds on new moon nights. Visit on a regular day if you prefer a calmer darshan.
Tiruvannamalai
About 37 kilometres west, Tiruvannamalai is home to the vast Arunachaleswarar Temple, one of the five elemental Shiva shrines, representing fire. The town is also known for Sri Ramanasramam and the Girivalam walk around Arunachala hill, which draws huge crowds on full moon nights. Many travellers pair it with Gingee in a bangalore to tiruvannamalai cab trip.
Distance
250 Km
One way
Time
6 hrs
Via expressway
Starting from
₹ 14208
Plus GST
29 Seater Bus A/C 2/2
NORMALAC29 Seats
₹11,855 ₹14,208
+ ₹2008 (Taxes & Charges)
30 Seater Bus A/C 2/2
NORMALAC30 Seats
₹12,097 ₹14,501
+ ₹2051 (Taxes & Charges)
32 Seater Bus A/C 2/2
NORMALAC32 Seats
₹11,855 ₹14,208
+ ₹2008 (Taxes & Charges)
33 Seater Bus A/C 2/2
NORMALAC33 Seats
₹11,855 ₹14,208
+ ₹2008 (Taxes & Charges)
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40 Seater Bus A/C 2/2
LUXURYAC40 Seats
₹16,035 ₹19,206
+ ₹2706 (Taxes & Charges)
45 Seater Bus A/c 2/2
LUXURYAC45 Seats
₹17,247 ₹20,674
+ ₹2924 (Taxes & Charges)
49 Seater Bus A/C 2/3
NORMALAC49 Seats
₹14,580 ₹17,444
+ ₹2444 (Taxes & Charges)
50 Seater Bus A/C 2/3
NORMALAC50 Seats
₹14,580 ₹17,444
+ ₹2444 (Taxes & Charges)
27 Seater Bus A/C 2/1
LUXURYAC27 Seats
₹11,855 ₹14,208
+ ₹2008 (Taxes & Charges)
30 seater bus A/C Executive 2/2
LUXURYAC30 Seats
₹12,825 ₹15,383
+ ₹2183 (Taxes & Charges)
45 Seater Benz Bus A/C 2/2
LUXURYAC45 Seats
₹18,460 ₹22,143
+ ₹3143 (Taxes & Charges)
Volvo Bus A/C 2/2
LUXURYAC45 Seats
₹18,500
+ ₹3150 (Taxes & Charges)
Explore tailored vehicle rental options for corporate events, family celebrations, outstation trips, and airport transfers across major city routes.
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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.
Little England of Tamil Nadu
The drive leaves the city on Hosur Road past Electronic City and crosses the Attibele border into Tamil Nadu, where the permit is checked. Hosur, called Little England by the British for its cool climate, is now a major industrial town known for automobile factories and flower farms. Elapsed time: about one hour.
Mango Capital of South India
NH44 opens into fast four-lane highway through rocky, rolling country. Krishnagiri, the mango capital of South India, has roadside stalls packed with mangoes in season, and the reservoir and old hill fort are visible from the road. This is the most convenient breakfast halt. Elapsed time: about two hours.
Temple Town of the Fire Lingam
As the road nears Tiruvannamalai, the great mass of Arunachala hill fills the view. The town is the temple town of the fire lingam, and the Arunachaleswarar Temple's towering gopurams are visible from a distance. Stop for darshan now or on the return. Elapsed time: about four hours fifteen minutes.
Troy of the East and Great Wall of South India
The final leg follows the Tiruvannamalai to Puducherry road through boulder-strewn hills. Suddenly the fortified hills of Gingee appear on both sides of the road, with walls snaking up the rocks. Your driver stops at the Rajagiri entrance first. Elapsed time: about five hours.
Looking for reliable and comfortable group travel solutions? Tejas Tours & Travels offers premium luxury AC seater bus rentals with convenient doorstep pickup options. Perfect for corporate outings, family celebrations, outstation trips, and group tours with affordable rates and professional drivers.
Start your journey smoothly with flexible pickup options across major locations in Bangalore. Enjoy hassle-free boardings for large groups right from your preferred pickup point.
Choose from our wide fleet of 27 to 50 seater luxury AC buses, premium Volvo, and Benz coaches with comfortable pushback seats, clean interiors, and top-tier comfort.
Travel via the fast Bangalore-Mysore Expressway with 100% transparent pricing, no hidden costs, and experienced highway drivers for safe group travel.
For Bangalore companies planning a heritage and adventure outing, with the climb at Gingee as a team challenge and an evening at Tiruvannamalai. Includes GST invoicing, a Proforma Invoice for PO-based approval and consolidated billing. Our corporate travels bangalore desk manages multi-bus movements.
For families and associations on a two-day trip covering Gingee Fort, Tiruvannamalai and Sathanur Dam, with the same driver throughout and space for luggage and food.
For colleges and schools studying architecture and history at Gingee, Mandagapattu and Tiruvannamalai. Our school excursion bus rental bangalore service includes safety-verified drivers, planned halts and fixed timings agreed with the institution.
For trekking clubs and adventure groups aiming to climb both Rajagiri and Krishnagiri in a day, with a pre-dawn departure, flexible waiting time and water and first aid on board.
For devotees combining the Arunachaleswarar temple, Girivalam on a full moon night, Melmalayanur Angalamman and Gingee. For smaller pilgrim groups, our mini bus rental in bangalore fleet is a cost-effective alternative.
A non-AC 27 to 50 seater bus on a transparent per-kilometre basis, with a clean vehicle and a verified driver. The budget tier is about vehicle specification, never about maintenance or driver vetting.
Volvo and BharatBenz coaches with air suspension, reclining seats and premium interiors, well suited to corporate groups and senior citizens combining Gingee with Tiruvannamalai.
We run a full range of group and passenger vehicles from one Bangalore base, so if your headcount changes after booking, we can move you up or down a category without starting again.
• Bus — 27 to 50 seater, AC and non-AC, including Volvo and Benz coaches, the core vehicle for large groups on this route
• Mini bus — 12 to 24 seater, AC and non-AC, for mid-sized groups
• Tempo traveller — 8 to 18 seater, for smaller families and groups
• Force Urbania — 13 to 17 seater luxury van
• Cars — 4 to 7 seater: Etios, Dzire, Innova, Innova Crysta, Innova Hycross, Fortuner, Commuter, Corolla Altis, Camry, Audi A6, Audi Q7, BMW 5 Series, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz S Class and Rolls-Royce Ghost
Tejas Tours and Travels does not operate sleeper bus services. All our buses are seated configuration with push-back seats, which suits a daytime heritage trip to Gingee and Tiruvannamalai perfectly.
Every quote is itemised in writing before you book. A 20 percent advance of the total fare confirms your booking.
• Base fare and fuel charges
• Driver allowance
• Toll charges and parking fees
• Interstate tax for the Karnataka to Tamil Nadu crossing
• Additional driver bata after 9:45 PM
• Final rental is calculated on total kilometres and hours from our garage to garage
• GST as applicable
Tejas Tours and Travels does not provide passenger insurance cover. Passengers are advised to arrange their own travel insurance if required. Vehicle insurance and full statutory compliance are maintained across the fleet.
Every service below runs from both our Bangalore and Mysore bases, and custom tour packages combining any of these vehicles are available on request.
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Booking a bus for hire in Bangalore with Tejas Travels takes under five minutes. Follow these four steps.
• Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773, or email info@tejastravels.com. Available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
• Share your travel date.
• Share your Bangalore pickup location — area, tech park or hotel name, such as Electronic City, Whitefield, Manyata, the BIAL airport area or MG Road.
• Share your destination or full day-wise itinerary.
• Share your total group size.
• Share your preferred bus tier: Standard, Executive, Luxury, Volvo or BharatBenz.
• For Goa, Shirdi and multi-day bus hire from Bangalore, provide the full itinerary so we can allocate a driver experienced on the specific overnight route.
• For monthly employee commute contract hire, share the route and schedule details.
• Within 2 hours of your enquiry, Tejas Travels sends a written quote via WhatsApp or email.
• The quote itemises every charge: bus hire rate (per km or flat local package), driver allowance (Rs 700 to Rs 1,250 per day depending on vehicle), applicable toll estimates, interstate permit costs where applicable (Tamil Nadu for Gingee and Ooty, Kerala for Wayanad, Goa, Andhra Pradesh for Tirupati), and driver night halt charges for multi-day hire.
• No verbal-only pricing. Everything is in writing before you commit.
• For MICE and corporate clients, a Proforma Invoice can be issued at this stage for PO-based approval.
• Request comparison quotes for Standard versus Executive bus hire at the same time.
• Review the written quote and confirm via WhatsApp or phone.
• A 20 percent advance payment of the total fare confirms the booking and guarantees the specific bus on your date.
• For Goa, Shirdi and overnight hire from Bangalore during New Year, Diwali and summer holiday peaks, book well ahead and pay the advance early.
• For large corporate bookings above Rs 50,000, a higher advance may be required.
• Payment options: UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm), NEFT, IMPS or RTGS bank transfer, or credit and debit card via payment link.
• Advance receipt is issued within 30 minutes.
• Your confirmation includes driver name and mobile, vehicle registration, departure time, pickup confirmation and full billing breakdown, all in writing.
• Your assigned Tejas Travels driver arrives at the Bangalore pickup point 15 minutes before scheduled departure.
• For large groups from Electronic City or Whitefield, the driver coordinates the exact pickup gate.
• The bus is clean, sanitised, fuelled and GPS-active.
• The driver calls you 30 minutes before arrival.
• During the trip, the driver handles all NH exits, toll payments, Karnataka border permits and rest stop coordination.
• At trip end, the balance is settled after deducting the advance. Any additional kilometres or hours are billed at the pre-agreed rate.
Quick bus hire booking: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your group size, Bangalore pickup location, destination and travel date. Written bus hire quote in 2 hours.
Tejas Travels accepts all major digital and traditional payment methods for both advance deposits and final settlement at trip end.
• UPI — Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm and BHIM UPI. The fastest method with instant confirmation. Recommended for advance deposits on bus hire.
• Bank transfer — NEFT, IMPS and RTGS. For large corporate hire above Rs 15,000. IMPS is instant; NEFT can take up to 2 hours.
• Credit and debit card — Visa, Mastercard and RuPay, via payment link to your registered mobile or email. Valid for advance and full payment.
• Net banking — All major Indian banks, via payment link on WhatsApp or email. Preferred for Bangalore MICE and corporate PO approvals.
• Cash — Balance accepted at trip end. The advance must be digital for bus hire confirmation. A receipt is issued.
• Corporate credit — 30-day credit terms for signed corporate clients, with monthly consolidated invoicing available.
Bus hire note: a 20 percent advance confirms the specific bus on your date. For Goa, Shirdi and large peak-date Bangalore corporate hire bookings, a higher advance may apply. Volvo and BharatBenz bus hire should be confirmed well ahead with advance payment.
Tejas Travels maintains a fair, transparent and tiered cancellation policy for all bus hire in Bangalore. All terms are communicated in writing at booking confirmation.
• More than 7 days before departure — No charge. 100 percent of the advance refunded within 5 to 7 working days.
• 4 to 7 days before departure — 10 percent of the total trip fare. Advance refunded less the 10 percent deduction.
• 48 hours to 4 days before departure — 25 percent of the total trip fare. Advance refunded less the 25 percent deduction.
• 24 to 48 hours before departure — 50 percent of the total trip fare. Advance refunded less the 50 percent deduction.
• Less than 24 hours before departure — 75 percent of the total trip fare. Minimal or no refund depending on trip value.
• No-show, where the bus is deployed and the group is absent — 100 percent of the total trip fare. No refund; full fare payable.
• Cancellation by Tejas Travels due to breakdown or force majeure — No charge. 100 percent refunded within 2 working days, or an alternate bus is offered.
• Weddings — minimum 7-day notice for a full refund. Cancellations within 3 days of a Bangalore wedding are non-refundable.
• Multi-day outstation — Goa, Shirdi and multi-day outstation bus hire require a minimum 7-day notice for a full refund on overnight or multi-day Bangalore bus hire.
• Peak dates — New Year's Eve, Diwali and Bangalore long weekends require a minimum 48-hour notice for a full refund.
• Corporate contracts — monthly corporate commute contract terms govern. Modifications with 48-hour notice are accommodated subject to route availability.
• Force majeure — Bangalore bandhs, force majeure and road closures attract a 100 percent refund within 2 working days regardless of notice period.
How to cancel: call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference. Cancellation confirmation within 2 hours, with the refund to your original payment method.
All refunds are processed to the original payment instrument. No cash refund is issued unless the advance was paid in cash.
• Cancellation 7 or more days before departure — 100 percent of the advance, within 5 to 7 working days.
• Cancellation 4 to 7 days before departure — advance minus the 10 percent charge, within 5 to 7 working days.
• Cancellation 48 hours to 4 days before departure — advance minus the 25 percent charge, within 7 working days.
• Cancellation 24 to 48 hours before departure — advance minus the 50 percent charge, within 7 to 10 working days.
• Cancellation by Tejas Travels for operational reasons — 100 percent of the advance, within 2 working days on priority.
• Trip shortfall where kilometres are less than the minimum — proportional credit, settled at trip end.
• Billing error or overcharge — the full overcharged amount, within 2 to 3 working days after verification.
• Duplicate payment — the full duplicate amount, within 2 to 3 working days after confirmation.
• UPI — Google Pay, PhonePe and Paytm refunds go to the UPI-linked bank account within 3 to 5 working days.
• Credit or debit card — refund to the originating card within 5 to 7 working days.
• Bank transfer — refund to the originating account within 3 to 5 working days. The account is re-confirmed before processing.
• Cash — cash refund at the Tejas Travels Bangalore office, or via IMPS within 5 working days.
Refund contact: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference, advance receipt and refund reason. Confirmation within 24 hours.
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Travelled to Bangalore
We had a great experience with this travel agent while arranging a bus for our team outing. The response was quick and professional, and all our requirements were handled smoothly. The bus arrived on time, was neat and clean, and the journey was very comfortable. Special thanks to Mahantesh, who was the coordinator and supported us with all last-minute changes. The overall coordination was excellent, which made our trip hassle-free. Highly recommended for group travel arrangement.
Sagar Bamashetti
11/9/2025 Bangalore
5/5
Travelled to Bangalore
Sharing a quick note of appreciation for the bus arranged through Tejes Travel for our team outing. The 40-seater bus was very comfortable, clean, and well maintained, which made the journey smooth and enjoyable for everyone. The driver was punctual, polite, and cooperative, and the overall coordination from the Tejes Travel team was very good.
Saroj Gupta
6/11/2025 Bangalore
5/5
Travelled to Bangalore
I had booked to go to a resort on a day trip with senior citizens too.. Ms. Revathi was so good arranging a very good, comfortable bus. Which came in time. Driver was also very polite.. Thanks a lot ms. Revathi and Tejas tours and travels.
Somaasunder Ks
2/6/2025 Bangalore
5/5
Travelled to Bangalore
Lead Consultantancy, we had booked the bus from Tejas Tours and Travels. The experience was great. 1. Good Customer service 2. Soft spoken driver 3. Clean seats and Good AC They were professional, great experience. Overall we support and recommend.
Ramesh Thirugnanam
13/10/2024 Bangalore
5/5
The bangalore to gingee fort distance is approximately 240 to 255 kilometres via Hosur, Krishnagiri, Chengam and Tiruvannamalai. A bus takes 5 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours 30 minutes including a breakfast halt.
Pricing starts from around Rs 45 per kilometre for a 35 seater AC bus and varies with seating capacity, AC or non-AC configuration, and whether you choose a standard, Volvo or BharatBenz coach. The quoted fare includes base fare, fuel charges and driver allowance. Toll, parking, Tamil Nadu interstate tax, driver bata after 9:45 PM and GST are extra, and the final rental is calculated garage to garage on total kilometres and hours. You receive an itemised written quote within 2 hours.
A 20 percent advance of the total fare confirms your booking and guarantees the specific bus on your date. It must be paid digitally by UPI, bank transfer or card, and a receipt is issued within 30 minutes. For large corporate bookings above Rs 50,000, a higher advance may be required.
Yes. The route crosses from Karnataka into Tamil Nadu at Attibele, so Tamil Nadu interstate tax applies. It is billed separately at actuals and shown in your written quote, and our drivers handle the checkpost formalities.
Gingee Fort is a protected monument open during daytime hours with an entry ticket, and entry to the hill citadels usually closes earlier than the lower fort. As gingee fort timings and fees are set by the Archaeological Survey of India and can change, please confirm them before your visit.
The climb to Rajagiri is steep, with hundreds of uneven steps and exposed rock, and takes about one to one and a half hours each way. It suits fit adults and older children with supervision. Seniors and young children can comfortably explore the Kalyana Mahal, the royal enclosure and the Venkataramana temple on level ground, or try the easier climb at Krishnagiri.
Yes. Leave Bangalore by 5:00 AM, climb Gingee in the morning, visit the Arunachaleswarar temple in the afternoon and return to Bangalore by late night. Many groups prefer a two-day trip with a night in Tiruvannamalai, which allows a relaxed pace and time for Ramana Ashram or Girivalam.
October to February is ideal, when the mornings are cool enough for the climb. From March to June the bare granite becomes extremely hot, so an early start is essential. During heavy rain the rock paths can be slippery.
No. Tejas Tours and Travels does not operate sleeper bus services; all our buses are seated configuration with push-back seats. We also do not provide passenger insurance cover, so passengers are advised to arrange their own travel insurance if required, particularly for the climb. All buses carry valid vehicle insurance and full statutory compliance.
Cancelling more than 7 days before departure carries no charge, with the full advance refunded within 5 to 7 working days. Between 4 and 7 days the charge is 10 percent of the total fare, between 48 hours and 4 days 25 percent, between 24 and 48 hours 50 percent, and under 24 hours 75 percent. Cancellations due to bandhs, force majeure or road closures are refunded in full.
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