New Delhi, March 15 -- A four-and-a-half-hour drive from Bengaluru takes you to Chikmagalur, believed to be the coffee capital of India. Ironically, I discovered it's easier to buy liquor than quality coffee beans there, although its estates grow some of India's finest high-altitude beans. For coffee aficionados, a visit to Chikmagalur is enlightening and enjoyable in equal parts. Here's what you should do:

Stay at The Serai ChikmagalurThis luxury resort seeks to raise awareness about Indian coffee through immersive experiences. The "Bean To Cup" journey includes a plantation walk through enchanting estates boasting 120 plant species, with a naturalist explaining the intricacies of coffee cultivation and contrasting practices in Chikmaga...