KSRTC and KSTDC Roll Out 12 Tour Packages for Hasanamba Temple Festival; Private Operators Report Full Bookings

Overview

The historic Hasanamba Temple festival in Hassan, Karnataka, is open to devotees from Friday, November 1 until November 11. The Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC), in partnership with the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) and the Hassan district administration, has announced around 12 tour packages to move pilgrims and tourists between Bengaluru, Mysuru and key heritage sites in Hassan district.

Packages Offered by KSTDC & KSRTC

• KSTDC Bengaluru‑Hassan‑Bengaluru – ₹2,300 per person (includes ₹1,000 temple‑darshan ticket). Stops: Narsimha Temple, Nuggehalli Nageshwara Temple, Hasanamba Temple. Departure 6 a.m. from Yeshwantpur, return 10 p.m.
• KSTDC Mysuru‑Hassan‑Mysuru – ₹2,150 per person (includes temple ticket). Stops: Hasanamba Temple, Hoysaleshwara Temple (Halebidu), Chennakeshava Temple (Belur). Same day schedule.
• KSRTC “Karnataka Sarige” & premium AC/Ashwamedha buses – 10 separate itineraries covering the seven “Sapta Maatrikas” temples and other monuments. Adult fares range ₹500‑₹2,500; child (5‑12 yr) fares ₹275‑₹2,200. Exact routes and timings vary by service.

Private Operators

Local travel agencies offering cars, tempo‑travellers (TTs) and 30‑40‑seat buses say most slots are already booked for the weekend of Nov 1‑2 (government holidays) and for Tuesdays and Fridays during the festival. Reported price ranges:

• 4‑seater car (incl. diesel & tolls): ₹3,500‑₹4,500 per day.
• 10‑15‑person group bus/TT: ₹5,000‑₹8,000 per day.

These vehicles typically tour Hasanamba Temple plus Belur, Halebidu, Yagachi backwaters, Shravanabelagola, Shettihalli Rosary Church, Manjarabad Fort and Bisle Ghat.

How to Verify & Book

• Official channels: Check the KSTDC website (kstdc.karnataka.gov.in) and KSRTC portal (ksrtc.in) for the latest schedule, fare tables and booking links. The article does not provide a direct booking URL or expiry date, so travelers should confirm on the official sites before paying.
• Private operators: Contact operators directly, request a written quotation and verify driver credentials. Because demand is high, ask about cancellation policies.
• On‑site: Temple authorities will issue a ₹1,000 darshan ticket at the gate; the ticket cost is already bundled in the KSTDC fares.

Practical Tips for Visitors

• Arrive early; the first bus leaves Yeshwantpur at 6 a.m.
• Carry cash for the temple ticket and any ancillary fees.
• Wear comfortable shoes; many heritage sites involve walking on uneven stone.
• Verify the date of operation for each package; the festival runs only until Nov 11.
• If you prefer a private vehicle, book at least a week in advance, as operators report full occupancy for peak days.

*All figures are taken from the reported announcement; any detail not mentioned in the source (e.g., exact booking deadline, online payment options) is marked as unknown.*