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Heritage Karnataka

Destination Covered : Bangalore - Mysore - Hassan - Hospet (Hampi) - Badami - Goa - Mumbai.
Duration : 14 Nights/ 15 Days

Destination No of Nights Highlights
Bangalore 2 nights Tipu Sultan Palace; ISKCON Temple, Lal Bagh Garden & Vidhan Saudha
Mysore 2 night Mysore Palace, Chamundi hills, Brindavan Gardens, Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery, Somnathpur, Shrirangapatinam
Hassan 1 night Belur, Halebid, Channekeshava Temple, Sharavanvelagola
Hospet 2 night Aihole, Pattadakal, Hampi
Badami 2 night Belgaum Fort, Jain Temple, Jama Masjid, Kapaleeswarar Temple, Rock–cut cave Temples, Gateways, Forts, Inscriptions and Sculptures Bhutanatha Temples
Goa 4 nights Beaches
Mumbai 1 nights Gateway of India, Prince of Whales Museum, Elephanta Caves, Marine Drive, Dhobi Ghat

Day 01: Arrive Bangalore
Welcome to India, You will be received by our representative at international airport and assisted to your hotel. In the Hotel you will have a brief description of your tour and the representative will hand over your documents regarding the tour, Overnight in Hotel.

Day 02: Bangalore
Post enjoying the sightseeing tour of Bangalore by visiting The Lallbagh, one of the finest botanical garden of India, Cubbon Park laid in 1864 sprawling 300 acres, Vidhana Soudha built in 1956 housing the state Legislature and Secretariat, rest of the time at leisure. Overnight at hotel

Day 03: Bangalore - Mysore (140 Kms)
This day leave Bangalore and head towards Mysore- Known for its magnificent palaces and majestic buildings, sprawling gardens and tree lined boulevards, shimmering silks and sandalwood always figures in the tourist itinerary, enroute visit Srirangapatnam - Island fortress of Tippu Sultan. Visit Tippu's summer Palace, Mosque, and Sriranganatha Temple. On arrival in Mysore check into a hotel and evening visit Chamundi Hill - perched a top a hill-the 4.8m tall monolith of Nandi and the gigantic Mahishasura statue are added attractions. Return back for overnight at hotel.

Day 04: Mysore
After having breakfast you will have full day to explore Mysore visit Maharaja Palace - the palace is a splendid structure in the Indo-Saracenic Style, among its many attractions are a magnificent gold throne displayed during the Dasara celebrations, Art Gallery - the art gallery in the Jaganmohan Palace houses an excellent collection of ceramics, sandalwood, ivory, stone, antique furniture and ancient musical instruments, St. Philomena’s Church - this imposing Gothic structure with beautiful stained glass windows and lofty towers is a must see. Later on in the evening visit Brindavan Garden - the Krishna Raja Sagar Dam after sundown, when musical fountains and colored lights transform this place into a magical fairyland. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05: Mysore / Hassan (120 Kms)
Morning breakfast, check out and proceed to Hassan, enroute visit Shravanabelagola - The monolithic statue of Lord Gomateshwara, a Jain saint and an object of worship for centuries, standing atop one of the hills. On arrival check into a hotel after freshen excursion to Hoysala Temples of Halebid and Belur visit the Hoysaleswara Temple at Halebid which is the most outstanding example of Hoysala art and Tradition. At Belur, visit the Channekeshava temple is only one at the three Hoysala sites still in daily use.

Day 06: Hassan / Hospet (Hampi) (360 Kms)
Early morning leave Hassan and head towards to Hampi - UNESCO World Heritage Center, is the most beautiful and evocative of all the ruins of Karnataka. On arrival check into a hotel and relax. Over night at hotel

Day 07: Hospet (Hampi)
This day explore Hampi which is full of delightful surprises. The once capital city of Vijaya Nagar Empire was greater than Rome and had palaces; temple and sculptures spread over. The sultanates of South razed the city to the ground in the year 1565 AD. Some of the interesting ruins remaining are the  two-storied Lotus Mahal with recessed archways, the huge Elephant Stables, the splendid Vittala Temple with its musical pillars and the Stone Chariot, the Virupaksha Temple, still used for worship, Ugra Narasimha, the 6.7 m tall monolith and the Mahanavami Dibba. Return back to hotel for overnight.

Day 08: Hospet - Badami (195 Kms)
This day proceed to Badami, enroute visit Aihole which was the Chalukyan regional capital between the 4th and 6th centuries. There are over 70 structures in and around and the more important structures include the Ladkhan temple, Kulinguidi & Durgigude Temples. Continue drive towards Badami Enroute stop at Pattadakal, the second capital of Badami Chalukyans, Pattadakal reached the height of its glory during the 7th and 8th centuries. The most important monument here is the Lokeshwara or Virupaksha temple that narrates episodes from the Hindu epics, the Ramayana and Mahabharata. After the visit continue drive to Badami. Arrive Badami and check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel

  Day 09: Badami
After breakfast, visit Badami which was once the capital city of the Chalukyan Empire which ruled much of the Central Deccan between the 4th and 8th centuries A.D. cities Badamiis best known for its cave temples, cut into the cliff face of the red sandstone hill and connected by flights of steps. They display the full range of religious sects which have grown up on Indian soil. Two of them are dedicated to Vishnu, one to Siva and the fourth is a Jain temple. There's also one natural cave which is a Buddhist temple. Evening at leisure, overnight stay at hotel

Day 10: Badami - Goa (345 Kms)
Goa. "Rome of the East", and "Pearl of the Orient" The magnificent scenic beauty and the architectural splendors of its temples, churches and old houses have made Goa a firm favorite with travelers around the world. Goa is much more than just beaches and sea. It has a soul which goes deep into unique history, rich culture and some of the prettiest natural scenery. On arrival check in your hotel, Rest of the at leisure. Overnight at Hotel

Day 11: Goa
After breakfast, proceed on a half day sightseeing tour of Goa, visiting Miramar Beach, Basilica of Bom Jesus and the city of Panjim- bustling with shops and tourists. The afternoon is at leisure to relax on the beach. Overnight stat at hotel

Day 12: Goa
Day at leisure. Laze on the beach, go for swim, explore the shops for cashew nuts, and buy holiday wear. Overnight stay at hotel

 Day 13: Goa
Day free for Individuals activities

Day 14: Goa - Mumbai (by Flight)
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to airport for flight to Mumbai. On arrival meet and transfer to Hotel. After freshen up enjoy sightseeing tour of Bombay, drive to Gateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum, Parliament House, Marine Drive, Jain Temple, Hanging Gardens, Color full Crawford market, stay overnight at Hotel.

 

Day 15: Mumbai – Departure
After hearty breakfast in the morning, this day you can enjoy city sightseeing as per your own described activities. In time your will be transfer to the International airport to board flight back to home.

TOUR ENDS WITH HAPPY MEMORIES

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