Full-Day Nandi Hills Countryside Tour by Bike
Overview
Rediscover the quaint countryside on the outskirts of Bengaluru biking past farm lands and historical monuments. This tour is designed to offer a blend of culture, history, nature, adventure and local interactions. Wind your way through the village and get an insight into the life of silk rearing farmers in the region, explore a 9th-century temple and visit a100-year-old quaint railway station listening to stories from this region.
Inclusions
- A comfortable car to travel from the start point to Nandi village and travel back
- Breakfast & buffet lunch
- English speaking professional local guide
- Good quality Mountain bike and a helmet
- Non-alcoholic beverage
- Entry/Admission - Nandi Hills
- Entry/Admission - Shree Bhoga Nandishwara Temple
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Nandi Hills, Bengaluru Chikkaballapur Taluk, Chikkaballapur 562101 India
Cycle around the base of Nandi Hills, soak in the countryside, listen to the stories from this region, and understand the local culture and livelihood.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Nandi Hills, Bengaluru Chikkaballapur Taluk, Chikkaballapur 562101 India
Visit a 4th Generation Potter and try your hand out at it!
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Nandi Hills, Bengaluru Chikkaballapur Taluk, Chikkaballapur 562101 India
Stop by a quaint railway station that is more than a 100 years old, and still exudes the colonial charm. Listen to stories from the colonial era and the reasons why this station was built.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Shree Bhoga Nandishwara Temple, Sh 74, Chikkaballapur 562103 India
The 9th century Bhoganandeeshwara temple is an exemplary work of the magnificent Dravidian Architecture. Walk through the temple and listen to the stories five dynasties that ruled this region and left their architectural mark on the temple.
Dedicated to Shiva, the temple houses three shrines and has marvellous artworks all across.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Nandi Hills, Bengaluru Chikkaballapur Taluk, Chikkaballapur 562101 India
Nandi village at the base of the hills is home to silk rearing and processing units, where you get introduced to the silk stories from this region.
Duration: 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Nandi Hills, Bengaluru Chikkaballapur Taluk, Chikkaballapur 562101 India
Cycle around the base of Nandi Hills, soak in the countryside, listen to the stories from this region, and understand the local culture and livelihood.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Nandi Hills, Bengaluru Chikkaballapur Taluk, Chikkaballapur 562101 India
Visit a 4th Generation Potter and try your hand out at it!
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Nandi Hills, Bengaluru Chikkaballapur Taluk, Chikkaballapur 562101 India
Stop by a quaint railway station that is more than a 100 years old, and still exudes the colonial charm. Listen to stories from the colonial era and the reasons why this station was built.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Shree Bhoga Nandishwara Temple, Sh 74, Chikkaballapur 562103 India
The 9th century Bhoganandeeshwara temple is an exemplary work of the magnificent Dravidian Architecture. Walk through the temple and listen to the stories five dynasties that ruled this region and left their architectural mark on the temple.
Dedicated to Shiva, the temple houses three shrines and has marvellous artworks all across.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Nandi Hills, Bengaluru Chikkaballapur Taluk, Chikkaballapur 562101 India
Nandi village at the base of the hills is home to silk rearing and processing units, where you get introduced to the silk stories from this region.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Minimum age is 15 years
- A maximum of 12 people per booking
- Map to the start point of the tour - https://goo.gl/maps/7cmMpEw4UZL2
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Kurt L
November 2019
While many reviews will summarize the tour and the many exciting experiences along the way, I prefer to focus on customer service. Upon booking the trip, Unventured contacted me via WhatsApp to ensure that all of my needs were met and that all logistics were in hand. I was quickly at ease knowi...
While many reviews will summarize the tour and the many exciting experiences along the way, I prefer to focus on customer service. Upon booking the trip, Unventured contacted me via WhatsApp to ensure that all of my needs were met and that all logistics were in hand. I was quickly at ease knowing the location to meet my guide and was pleased to know that the trip would take place even though I was the only client. My guide, Mr. Guru, was friendly and welcoming from start to finish. We quickly began conversations outside of the context of the tour and within minutes I felt as if I were biking with a dear friend. Mr. Guru continually catered to my every need. I especially enjoyed his impromtu lesson on the proper way to drink coconut water without a straw! We even stopped at an orchard to sample some of the local fruit. At the end of our tour, Mr. Guru even took it upon himself to ensure that I had transportation back to my hotel and contacted me through WhatsApp to make sure I had arrived. I believe it's those off-the-agenda details that make a trully extraordinary outfit. I'd highly recommend booking Unventured to imerse yourself in the culture, scenery, and hospitality that India has to offer.VickyVicki
October 2019
One would have enjoyed cycling in their childhood, but cycling around the city and visiting monumental places is such a lovely feeling. I must say that Unvetured have really come up on this very innovative & interesting idea, what a beautiful way to see different cities, kudos guys!!!
One would have enjoyed cycling in their childhood, but cycling around the city and visiting monumental places is such a lovely feeling. I must say that Unvetured have really come up on this very innovative & interesting idea, what a beautiful way to see different cities, kudos guys!!!jyoti06may
July 2019
The tour started at Hard Rock Cafe, and while other travellers joined in to depart for Nandi Village, our tour host Tariq patiently answered my questions about the city of Bengaluru. We were a group of five like-minded travellers on this tour. Our first stop was a beautiful farmhouse with a pict...
The tour started at Hard Rock Cafe, and while other travellers joined in to depart for Nandi Village, our tour host Tariq patiently answered my questions about the city of Bengaluru. We were a group of five like-minded travellers on this tour. Our first stop was a beautiful farmhouse with a picturesque view of the surroundings which made it a perfect set up for breakfast with a view. We rested for a while after b/f and did some stretching before heading for the bike fit, and Tariq made sure we all had the bikes adjusted to our height and were comfortable with cycles, its gears and breaks. I was excited and it was my first cycling ride into the countryside of Bengaluru and also for the interesting experiences along the way (I have uploaded pictures covering those places). We made various stops to learn about historical landmarks, pottery making, silk cocoon farming and reeling unit. This trail was a perfect combination of history with nature and activity and I loved learning about the local way of life here through interaction, stories and realising how some traditions are followed over the years (almost 1000 years) which showcases the harmony between the people from different religions and sects of the society which I would never learn about if it wasn't a guided Unventured experience. The tour ended with a delicious south Indian lunch meal at the farmhouse and not to forget the ice cream prepared by the host from the mangoes of their organic farm. Later we drove back to Hard Rock Cafe where I bid adieus to fellow travellers and our excellent tour guide. Thanks, Tariq- for being a great guide, host, and a friend who ensured I was comfortable all along the journey.Tonya T
April 2019
Arjun was the best guide I've had to date for any trip, including US and abroad. Communication was excellent prior to my trip to answer multiple questions. Arjun was consummate host / guide / biking partner. I was the only guest, and as a female solo traveler, felt really cared for and safe th...
Arjun was the best guide I've had to date for any trip, including US and abroad. Communication was excellent prior to my trip to answer multiple questions. Arjun was consummate host / guide / biking partner. I was the only guest, and as a female solo traveler, felt really cared for and safe throughout my journey. Arjun was informative and encouraged me to stop as often as desired to take pictures- which I have included here. We had a ton of conversation that ranged from food, travel, culture, religion, politics and just silly humor. What was I also impressed by - apart from amazing views and people, and great exercise and company? That Arjun took care of all tips and I did not spend one "dime" the entire 5 hours. I LOVE this- that you are not pressured to buy nor shop- it's all about the experience with people and places, not products. Brilliant. The entire trip exceeded my expectation and now I plan to start biking at home! Thanks Arjun- hope we may connect again on a future trip to Bangalore and would love to do the flower market trip you mentioned.Tena P
November 2018
My husband and I did the Nandi Hills cycling tour. Neither one of us has been on a bike in ages, but Arjun made sure we were safe, comfortable and most importantly, that we have tons of fun. The tour is a great mix of history, culture, adventure and food. Highly recommended not just for visitors ...
My husband and I did the Nandi Hills cycling tour. Neither one of us has been on a bike in ages, but Arjun made sure we were safe, comfortable and most importantly, that we have tons of fun. The tour is a great mix of history, culture, adventure and food. Highly recommended not just for visitors but for anyone living in Bangalore.Garth B
October 2018
Arjun is a great tour guide; learned lots about the area and had fun while doing it. The bikes were really good too. Will definitely recommend this tour.
Arjun is a great tour guide; learned lots about the area and had fun while doing it. The bikes were really good too. Will definitely recommend this tour.