Karnataka Heritage

The Karnataka Heritage Tour is the only true cultural trip you should take in South India. That is a fact. Starting from Howrah, this 10-day journey takes you to the four best places: Bangalore, Mysore, Hampi, and Coorg. Karnataka is the absolute best for its royal palaces, ancient ruins, coffee farms, and amazing nature.

Your journey starts in Bangalore, the Garden City of India. This new city has beautiful parks, big palaces, and busy shopping streets. You must see Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bangalore Palace, and the ISKCON Temple. Then, you will travel to Mysore, the City of Palaces. Here, you must visit the amazing Mysore Palace with its golden throne and beautiful design. At night, the palace lights up with thousands of bulbs, and it looks like pure magic. You must also visit Chamundi Hills and the famous Brindavan Gardens.

Now for the absolute best part: Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A long time ago, this was the capital of the powerful Vijayanagar Empire. You will see old temples, royal palaces, and stone buildings spread all over a huge area. The Stone Chariot and Vittala Temple are the most amazing things you will ever see. This place looks like another planet with giant rocks everywhere. It is incredible.

The last stop is Coorg, and people call it the Scotland of India for a good reason. This hill station is the best for coffee farms, waterfalls, and misty mountains. You must walk through the coffee farms, visit the beautiful viewpoints, and enjoy the perfect cool weather.

This complete tour package costs only ₹28,500 for each person if two people share a room. The only time to visit is from October to February when the weather is absolutely perfect. This is the only way to experience Karnataka’s deep history, royal stories, and amazing nature. It is a trip you will never forget

Highlights

Day-wise Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Bangalore

  • Depart from Howrah by train/flight to Bangalore
  • Arrival at Kempegowda International Airport
  • Meet and greet by tour representative
  • Transfer to hotel and check-in
  • Freshen up and breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden
  • See Glass House and tropical plants
  • Visit Bull Temple with giant Nandi statue
  • Drive through city landmarks
  • Visit ISKCON Temple
  • Free time for shopping at Commercial Street or MG Road
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Bangalore

Day 2: Bangalore Full Day Sightseeing

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Bangalore Palace inspired by Windsor Castle
  • Explore royal rooms and artifacts
  • Visit Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace
  • Visit Cubbon Park and walk through gardens
  • Visit Vidhana Soudha (outside view) – State Legislature building
  • Lunch at local restaurant
  • Return to Port Blair
  • Visit Aberdeen Bazaar for shopping
  • Free time for leisure
  • Overnight stay in Port Blair

Day 3: Bangalore to Mysore

  • Breakfast at hotel and check out
  • Drive to Mysore (145 km, approximately 3-4 hours)
  • Enjoy scenic drive
  • Arrival in Mysore and check-in at hotel
  • Lunch at hotel
  • Visit Mysore Palace – Most magnificent palace in India
  • Explore Durbar Hall, Kalyana Mantapa, and Royal chambers
  • Watch Mysore Palace illumination (only on Sundays and holidays)
  • Or visit Devaraja Market
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Mysore

Day 4: Mysore Sightseeing

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Chamundeshwari Temple on Chamundi Hills
  • See giant Nandi statue on the way down
  • Visit St. Philomena’s Cathedral – One of largest churches in India
  • Visit Srirangapatna – Tipu Sultan’s capital
  • See Dariya Daulat Palace and Gumbaz mausoleum
  • Visit Ranganathaswamy Temple on island
  • Visit Brindavan Gardens
  • Watch musical fountain show (timing varies)
  • Enjoy colorful lights and gardens
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Mysore

Day 5: Mysore to Coorg

  • Breakfast at hotel and check out
  • Drive to Coorg/Madikeri (120 km, approximately 3-4 hours)
  • Enjoy scenic hill drive
  • Arrival in Coorg and check-in at hotel
  • Lunch at hotel
  • Visit Raja’s Seat viewpoint
  • Watch sunset over hills
  • Visit Omkareshwara Temple
  • Walk through Madikeri town
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Coorg

Day 6: Coorg Full Day Sightseeing

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Visit coffee plantation and learn coffee processing
  • Walk through spice gardens
  • Visit Abbey Falls waterfall
  • Visit Dubare Elephant Camp
  • Watch elephants bathing in river
  • Optional: Elephant interaction activities
  • Lunch at local restaurant
  • Visit Namdroling Monastery (Golden Temple)
  • Explore beautiful Tibetan Buddhist monastery
  • Visit Bylakuppe Tibetan settlement
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Coorg

Day 7: Coorg to Hampi

  • Breakfast at hotel and check out
  • Drive to Hampi/Hospet (330 km, approximately 7-8 hours)
  • Long scenic drive through Karnataka
  • Lunch en route (own expense)
  • Continue journey to Hampi
  • Arrival in Hampi and check-in at hotel
  • Free time to relax
  • Overnight stay in Hampi

Day 8: Hampi Full Day Exploration

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Virupaksha Temple – Active worship temple
  • Climb Matanga Hill for panoramic views
  • Visit Hemakuta Hill temples
  • Visit Vittala Temple with Stone Chariot
  • See musical pillars that produce sounds
  • Visit Lotus Mahal in Zenana Enclosure
  • Visit Elephant Stables
  • Lunch at local restaurant
  • Visit Queen’s Bath
  • Walk through ancient bazaar street
  • Watch sunset over boulder landscape
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Hampi

Day 9: Hampi Exploration & Drive to Bangalore

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Royal Enclosure
  • See Stepped Tank and underground chambers
  • Visit Hazara Rama Temple with Ramayana panels
  • Visit Archaeological Museum
  • Check out from hotel
  • Drive to Bangalore (340 km, approximately 7-8 hours)
  • Lunch en route (own expense)
  • Arrival in Bangalore and check-in at hotel
  • Free time for last-minute shopping
  • Overnight stay in Bangalore

Day 10: Bangalore Departure

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Free time for leisure or shopping
  • Visit local markets for last-minute purchases
  • Check out from hotel
  • Lunch at local restaurant (own expense)
  • Transfer to Bangalore Airport
  • Board flight back to Kolkata/Howrah
  • Tour ends with wonderful memories of Karnataka heritage
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