Cultural & Heritage Tours
Kodachadri
We organize group trips from Bangalore that combine trekking and adventure at South India's heritage sites, with all travel, stays, and permits arranged so you can explore and connect with others.
Pricing Guide
1 Day Fort & Heritage Trek
Logistics
- Transport: Round trip from Bangalore in a Non AC Tempo Traveller or Mini bus. Note that these are push back seats but compact.
- Vibe: High energy travel atmosphere often involving loud music and dancing in the aisle.
- Support: 1 certified Trek Leader and local guides.
Meals
- Included: 1 Vegetarian breakfast at a highway eatery and 1 Vegetarian lunch (packed or base camp).
- Excluded: Dinner is self sponsored at a highway stop on the return journey.
Activity
- Trek: Guided hike to fort ruins (e.g. Channarayanadurga, Uttari Betta).
- Fees: All Karnataka Forest Department entry fees and trekking permits covered.
- Extras: Ice breaker sessions and group games.
2 Day Western Ghats Heritage Trek
Transport
- Bangalore Transfer: Round trip non AC Tempo Traveller. This is an overnight journey (6 to 8 hours) with Friday night departure and Sunday night return.
- Local Transfer: 4x4 Jeep rides included for off road terrains (e.g. base to homestay) where required.
Accommodation
- Stay: 1 Night in a basic Homestay or Tents in the Western Ghats.
- Setup: Dormitory style or shared rooms. Men and women have separate sleeping zones. Washrooms are shared/common.
Food
- Included: 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner, and High Tea.
- Type: Strictly Vegetarian local cuisine.
- Excluded: Meals during transit (Friday dinner, Sunday lunch/dinner).
Exploration
- Sites: Visits to historical forts (e.g. Nagara Fort) or temples (e.g. Mookambika) combined with the nature trek.
- Permits: Forest department clearances included.
2 Day Hampi Heritage Backpacking
Logistics & Stay
- Transport: Round trip Non AC Pushback Tempo Traveller from Bangalore.
- Accommodation: 1 Night camping or guesthouse stay (typically Sanapur Lake/Hippie Island area).
- Setup: Shared tents (2 or 3 sharing) or simple rooms with common washrooms.
Adventure Inclusions
- Bouldering: Introductory session with expert guidance and safety crash pads.
- Coracle Ride: Traditional basket boat ride ticket included.
- Cycling: Rental cycles provided for exploring the ruins.
- Hikes: Short sunset hikes to Matanga Hill or Hemakuta Hill.
Heritage & Meals
- Monuments: Entry tickets to all UNESCO sites (Virupaksha, Lotus Mahal, Vittala Temple) included.
- Meals: 2 Breakfasts and 1 Dinner included.
- Lunch: Excluded to allow for cafe hopping in Hampi.
About Cultural & Heritage Tours
Why Our Trips Hit Different
For us, history feels more real when you’re actually there - climbing ancient forts, hiking through old ruins, or camping beneath the same stars that watched over forgotten empires. Our trips aren’t just about ticking off places; it’s about that feeling you get when the trail takes you back in time.
The Experience
- Every trip is a mix of heritage trekking experiences and adventure - think fort climbs, cave walks, bouldering, and coracle rides.
- Most people join solo, but you won’t feel like an outsider for long. Our group icebreakers, shared meals, and treks turn strangers into good friends.
- We keep things laidback but energetic - bonfires, music on the bus, and trek leaders who are more like your buddies than guides.
Where We Go
- Our playground is South India - mostly weekend escapes from Bangalore.
- Hampi: Not just the main temples, but cycling, bouldering, and camping on the quieter side of the river.
- Fort Treks: Climb spots like Channarayanadurga and Ballalarayana Durga for insane views and a peek at Karnataka’s history.
- Western Ghats: Trek to Kodachadri, visit old temples, and explore the wild side of the Ghats.
- Hill Stations & Coast: Toy train rides in Ooty, temple wonders in Honnavar, and more.
What’s Included
- Travel from Bangalore, stays (tent or homestay), most meals, trek leader, and site permits are sorted.
- Extra snacks, a few highway meals, and personal buys are up to you.
If you want a group adventure getaway that’s all about exploring, connecting, and some real stories to bring home, this is it.
Meet your Expert
Plan The Unplanned
15 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey! We're Plan The Unplanned, started in 2016 just craving something more than the usual city chaos. For us, it’s always been about swapping that 9-to-5 for a campfire, bus ride laughs, and the weird magic of strangers turning into your new squad. Not just trekking, not just the view – it’s the vibe, the stories, the feeling you find when you step out of your comfort zone and suddenly, you’re home.
My Work
Trips & Adventures - We run weekend getaways from Bangalore, Himalayan treks, offbeat international trips, heritage hikes in Hampi, bouldering, camping, river rafting, chasing sunrises.
Everyone’s Welcome - First-timers, introverts, solo traveller group treks, college gangs or families – there’s something for all. We make it easy for you to join in.
It’s a People Thing - Our trek leads are pros at making friends and breaking the ice. You’ll leave with new buddies and stories, not just photos.
You Just Show Up - We sort logistics - travel, cozy homestays, food, guides. No stress, just trek and enjoy. Safety and fun is our thing.