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8N – 9D :: Bhuj – Jamnagar – Dwaraka – Somnath – Gir – Ahmedabad

Day  01 Ahmedabad 

Arrival At Ahmedabad Station/Airport Depart For Hotel Check In Refresh And Visit Places Like Gandhi Ashram, Jama Masjid, Hutheesinh Jain Temple And Sardar Patel Museum And Night Halt In Ahmedabad.

A glimpse of Wall City Ahmedabad by Manthan Vora

Day 02 Bhuj 

Next Day Morning After Breakfast Depart For Bhuj Sightseeing Check In Hotel After Freshen Up Visit Aina Mahal, Prag Mahal, Swaminarayan Temple, Hamisar Lake And Night Halt In Bhuj.

Day 03 Bhuj 

Next Day Morning After Breakfast Visit Mata No Madh, Narayan Sarovar, Koteshwar And Night Halt In Bhuj. Or – Next Day Morning After Breakfast Visit 72 Jinalay, Shipping Yard, Mandvi Vijay Vilas Palace, Mandvi Beach And Night Halt In Bhuj.

Marine Life at Jamnagar

Day 04 Jamnagar 

This Day Morning We Shall Refresh And Depart For Jamnagar Check Into The Hotel Refresh And Depart For Sightseeing And Visit Places Like Lakhota Lake, Lakhota Museum, Khiajada Mandir, Etc And Night Halt In Jamnagar.

Marine Life at Jamnagar

Day 05 Dwarka 

Early Morning We Shall Depart For Dwarka Check Into The Hotel Refresh And Visit Bet Dwarka, Nageshwar Temple, Gopi Talav, Rukmini Temple,  And Later Dwarka Temple For Evening Arti And Night Halt In Dwarka.

Day 06 Somnath 

Early Morning We Will Depart For Porbandar Visit Sudama Temple, Kirti Mandir (Mahatma Gandhi’s Birth Place) Chowpaty And Later Depart For Somnath Visit The Historical Temple Of Somnath Or “The Eternal Shrine”. Also We Shall Visit Bhalka Tirth, Triveni Ghat, Gita Mandir Etc. And Night Halt In Somnath.

Day 07 Sasangir 

Next Day Morning We Will Refresh And Depart For Sasangir And Visit Lion Safari. After The Safari We Will Spend The Day In The Forest And Explore The Flora And Fauna Of The Place. Night Halt In Sasan Gir.

Day 08Ahmedabad 

Early Morning Refresh And Depart For Ahmedabad Sightseeing And We Shall Visit Akshardam, Adalaj Ni Vav, Kankaria Lake And Night Halt In Ahmedabad.

Over at Thol, Gujarat by Basanta Behura

Day 09 Drop 

Next Day Morning After Breakfast Drop As Per Schedule. City Tour by Rickshaw

A City Rickshaw Tour

We will take you on a journey through Ahmedabad’s narrow streets and across its bustling bridges to discover the city’s rich history, heritage and hospitality. Get ready to immerse in the colors of the Ahmedabad, replete with Gandhiji’s legacy and architectural masterpieces, the buzzing old city and vibrant markets, delicious food and spirited people. Rickshaw is having facility of Library, Mineral Water, Food Packets, First aid Kit, Map, Dustbin.

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6N – 7D :: Shimla – Manali – Chandigarh

Day 01: Arrive at Delhi/Ambala you meet and greet by our representative. After welcome, Drive to Shimla – the land of pine scented hills, beautiful peaks, crisp winter skies, fragrant cedar forests, romantic mists and golden hillsides. On arrival check into your hotel. Overnight in Shimla.

Day 02:  This morning after breakfast you will be driven to Kufri Valley – located 16 kms from Shimla, it commands a panoramic view of the majestic Himalayas. Rest of the day is free to explore Shimla’s famous Mall Road.  Overnight in Shimla.

Day 03:  After early breakfast proceed to Manali. Pass by Pandoh Dam, Beas river, Sutlaj River, Beas Sutlaj Link Project, Kullu Valley and Dassehra Maidan. On arrival check into your hotel and spend rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Manali.

Day 04:  After breakfast, proceed for an excursion to Rohtang Pass, located 51 km from Manali, 3978 meters high, which for centuries was the gateway to the trading routes that led to Lahaul, Ladakh and Central Asia. From the crest of the pass, one can take in a sweeping panorama of Mountain Ranges, Pinnacles, precipitous cliffs, ridges, huge glaciers, moraine and deep ravines. Return to your hotel in the evening. Overnight in Manali.

Day 05:  After breakfast, visit the Jagatsukh Naggar Art Gallery, Hadimba Devi Temple and the Tibetan Monastery before proceeding to Vashisht village, just outside Manali, across the river Beas, known for its hot sulphur springs whose water is said to have curative properties. Return back to the hotel in the afternoon. Rest of the day free. Overnight in Manali.

Day 06:  After early breakfast proceed to Chandigarh. Enroute visit Rock Garden, Rose Garden and Pinjore Garden. Transfer to Chandighar Air port/ Railway station.

Day 07:  After breakfast proceed to your destination,  the tour conclude.

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10N – 11D :: Amritsar – Dharamshala – Manali – Kullu – Shimla – Chandigarh

Day 01:  On arrival transfer to the hotel at Amritsar . Afternoon visit the Golden Temple (The famous Sikh pilgrim place) and Wagha border.  Overnight at hotel.

Day 02:  Morning leave by surface to Dharamshala, where His Holiness Dalai Lama lives in exile (195 kms approx 06 hrs drive). On arrival transfer to hotel. After noon at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03:  Morning half day tour of Dharamshala visiting The Tibetan Medical Center, Church of St. John, meditation courses & local monasteries. Rest of the day is free. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04:  Morning leave by surface for Manali (approx 09 hrs drive), enroute enjoy the most beautiful & picturesque part of the Himachal Pradesh which takes you through some exhilarating scenery. In the evening on arrival in Manali transfer to your hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05:  Morning half day city tour visiting Hadimba Temple, old Manali village and a Tibetan monastery. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06:  After breakfast  full day excursion visiting Kothi Gorge, Gulaba, Marhi, Rohtang Pass (Upto Snow Line in case Rohtang is closed due to snow fall) and Sollang Valley. Overnight at hotel.

Day 07:  Morning an interesting drive to Shimla, which was once the Summer Capital of India during the British Raj (approx 08 hrs drive). Enroute visiting the famous Kullu Shawl Industry. On arrival in Shimla transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 08:  Morning free. Afternoon half day city tour visiting Indian Institute Of Advanced Studies, Sankat Mochan Temple and Jakhu Temple, Evening free to stroll in the famous shopping place of Shimla town – The Mall & The Ridge. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09:  Today full day excursion visiting Chail, Kufri and Naldehra.  Overnight at hotel.

Day 10:  Morning leave for Chandigarh by surface (approx 04 hrs. drive). On arrival in Chandigarh transfer to your hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Chandigarh, the best-planned city of India, designed by renowned French architect Le Corbuiser. Here visit Rock Garden, Rose Garden, Sukhna Lake, Sector 17 Market etc. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11:  Morning at leisure. In the afternoon leave for Kolkata. Tour ends… but sweet memories always remain.

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13N – 14D :: Chandigarh – Shimla – Sarahan – Sangla – Kalpa – Nako – Tabo – Kibber – Manali – Chandigarh

Day 01:  Arrival in Shimla and get greeted by the tour representative on day 01 of the tribal tour for Kinnaur and Spiti Valley. Check into the hotel.  Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 02 :  Proceed for a heritage walk to visit few architectural sites of the town built during the British Raj. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 03:  Drive to mountain top on Sarhan (famous for its Bhimakali temple) on day 03 of tribal tour for Kinnaur and Spiti Valley. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 04 :  Drive to Sangla valley on day 05. Also called Baspa valley, Sangla Valley is also famous for its natural beauty and few old villages. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 05 :  Visit to Chitkul on day 05 of tribal tour for Kinnaur and Spiti Valley Chitkul is the highest and the last village in the region at the height of 9000 feet above mean sea level. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 06 :  Go on a half-day visit to Kamru fort and Batseri village . Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 07 :  Drive to Kalpa offering a panoramic view of Kinner Kailash. Overnight stay in the hotel..

Day 08 :  Transfer to  Nako  and witness the first inhabited village in Spiti valley. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 09 :  Of the tribal tour begins with a drive to the Tabo monastery. One of the oldest monastery of the western Himalayas, Tabo is famous for its huge size paintings, some of which are as old as the monastery is. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 10 :  Transfer to Kaza. Visit  Kibber- the highest village in the world on day 10. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 11 :  Of tribal tour of Kinnaur and Spiti free for leisure at Kaza. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 12 : Transfer to Manali via  Kumzum pass. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 13 :  Go on a sightseeing tour of Manali  of the tribal tour and visit places like Dhoongri Temple etc. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 14 :  Depart for Chandigarh  and on reaching head for the onward destination.

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13N – 14D :: Shimla – Kullu – Manali – Dharamshala – Dalhousie – Chamba

Day 01 :   Arrival Shimla by over night bus or by private car. Check in at the Hotel.

Day 02 :  Shimla Morning free. Afternoon half day city tour visiting Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, Sankat Mochan Temple and Jakhu Temple, Evening free to stroll in the famous shopping place of Shimla town – The Mall & The Ridge. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 :  Full day excursion visiting Chail, Kufri and Naldehra. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 :  Travel by surface from Shimla to Manali. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05 :  Manali Local sightseeingMorning half day city tour visiting Hadimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple, Tibetan Monastery and Vashisht Village. Afternoon free. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06 :  Full day excursion visiting Kothi Gorge, Gulaba, Marhi, Rohtang Pass (Upto Snow Line in case Rohtang is closed due to snow fall) and Sollang Valley. Overnight at hotel.

Day 07 :  Full day excursion visiting Manikaran. Manikaran has the World’s hottest Suplhur Spring Waters and is a holy place for Hindus & Sikhs alike. Return back to Kullu town enroute visiting theamou fs Kullu Shawl Industry. On arrival check in at hotel. Evening free to visit Kullu town.  Overnight at hotel.

Day 08 :  Travel by surface from Kullu to Mc Leodganj (Dharamsala). On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09 :  Morning half day city tour visiting Dal Lake, Church, Bhagsu Nag Temple and Tibetan Monastery. Afternoon free. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10 :  Travel by surface from Mc Leodganj to Dalhousie. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11 :  Morning half day city tour. Afternoon free. Overnight at hotel.

Day 12 :   Dalhousie – Khajjiar – Chamba – Dalhousie
Today full day excursion visiting Khajjiar and Chamba town. Overnight at hotel.

Day 13 :  Transfer to Delhouse.  On arrival check in at hotel. After noon visit Wagha border. Overnight at hotel.

Day 14 :  Depart Amritshar. Visit the Golden Temple (The famous Sikh pilgrim place) Check out from the hotel. In time transfer to Amritshar railway station board train for onward destination.

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5N – 6D :: Bangalore – Mysore – Ooty

First Day: Bangalore

Pick up from the Airport/Railway Station. Check in to Hotel. Bangalore is the capital of Karnataka, also known as “City of Gardens”. It has beautiful parks, avenues, multiplexes, historical monuments and salubrious climate. Sight-seeing of Bangalore includes Tippu’s palace, Bull Temple, Lal Bagh- 240 acres of beautifully sculpted gardens, flowers abound, rare collection of tropical and sub-tropical plants, Ulsoor Lake, Cubbon Park, Vidhana Soudha – built in 1954 in granite, this massive building houses the state Legislature and the Secretariat, Venkatappa Art Gallery, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Vishweshwaraiah Museum, Utility Building etc. In the evening go for shopping and other activities like dancing, carting etc. Over night stay at Bangalore.

Second Day: Bangalore- Mysore (140 km)

Morning drive to Mysoor, also known as the City of Palaces. Its grand and imposing palaces, majestic temples, gardens, broad shady avenues, fine buildings and a salubrious climate leave an ever-lasting impression on the visitor. Check in to the hotel. In the afternoon visit the temple & the huge Nandi Bull on Chamaundi Hill & then allow sometime for shopping; Mysore is famous for its sandalwood & silk. In the evening visit Brindavan garden lighting show and Krishnarajasagar Dam. Then back to hotel and over night stay at Mysore.

Third Day: In Mysore

In the Morning proceed for full Day sightseeing of Mysoor. Visit Mysoor palace, Mysoor zoo, Srirangapatnam, Channapatna Toys Centre, Ranganathaswamy Temple, Fort, Tippu’s Summer Palace, St.Philomina’s church, Mysore Railway museum and Art Gallery. Over night stay at Mysore.

Fourth Day: Mysore – Ooty (170 kms 3 ½ hrs)

Morning proceed to Ooty, a popular hill station known for its pleasant climate, tea plantations, fruit orchards, cascading waterfalls, sparkling brooks and scenic hills of the Nilgiris. Check in to the resort. Then visit Lake garden, Deer park and Ooty lake for boating. Overnight stay at resort.

Fifth Day: In Ooty

In the morning proceed for full Day sightseeing of Ooty. Visit Botanical Gardens, home to rare trees, shrubs and a wide variety of beautiful flowers flanked by a serene Lotus Pond, Doda Betta, Dolphin’s Nose, Lamb’s Rock, Kodanadu’s View Point, Art Gallery, Klahoti Waterfalls, Catherine Falls, Lalith kale academy and Government Museum. Overnight at Resort.

Sixth Day: Ooty Departure.

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5N – 6D :: Bangalore – Nagarhole – Bandipur – Munnar

First Day: Bangalore – Nagarhole (240km/5hrs)

Morning travel to Nagarhole and check in to the resort. You can go for a Coracle Ride (round native boat) on Kabini river. In the afternoon, visit Nagerhole sanctuary. Enjoy an elephant / jeep safari in the jungle that will acquaint you closely with the flora and fauna of Nagarhole. The other highlights include activities like camping, bonfire and nature walk. Overnight stay will be at the wildlife resort.

Second Day: Nagarhole – Bandipur National Park

Morning, drive to Bandipur National Park, located on the Mysore-Ooty road. Endowed with a moderate climate and has wide stretches of grasslands and scrub forests, the park supports a remarkable variety of flora and fauna, making it a veritable paradise for wildlife. On arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon, visit the wildlife sanctuary in jeeps. During the jungle safari in the park, you will spot various wild animals. Overnight at the hotel.

Third Day: In Bandipur National Park

Morning proceed for Bandipur National Park wildlife safari .One of the best ways to experience the jungle is to take a ride on elephant back, or try a night vigil in a watchtower and have a clear view above the tree cover. Boats and angling facilities are also available inside the park. Overnight at the hotel.

Fourth Day: Bandipur National Park – Munnar

After an early breakfast proceed to Munnar, located at the Idukki district. On your way enjoy beautiful streams, small waterfalls, rubber, pepper, cardamom and tea plantations and thick forests. Check in to your resort by noon. In the evening visit the Raja Mala the highest peak in Munnar, the Eravikulam National Park where you can see the very rare mountain goats locally called the Nilgiri Tahr, Panther, Sambhar etc. Stay overnight at the hotel in Munnar

Fifth Day: In Munnar

Morning proceed on a drive through the picturesque countryside of Munnar. Enjoy the day visiting Top station, Mattupetty Dam & Dairy Farm, Echo point, Devikulam, Old Munnar Town, Christ Church, Kundala dam, Tata tea museum, tea and coffee plantations, the town market where you can go for spice shopping etc.. Enjoy another overnight stay at your hotel.

Sixth Day: Munnar – Cochin

Morning proceed to Cochin. On arrival transfer to the international airport/ Railway station.

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6N – 7D :: Bangalore – Mysore – Nagarhole – Coonoor – Ooty – Coimbatore

First Day: Bangalore- Mysore (140 km)

Morning drive to Mysoor, also known as the City of Palaces. Its grand and imposing palaces, majestic temples, gardens, broad shady avenues, fine buildings and a salubrious climate leave an ever-lasting impression on the visitor. Check in to the hotel. In the afternoon visit the temple & the huge Nandi Bull on Chamaundi Hill & then allow sometime for shopping; Mysore is famous for its sandalwood & silk. In the evening visit Brindavan garden lighting show and Krishnarajasagar Dam. Then back to hotel and over night stay at Mysore.

Second Day: In Mysore

In the Morning proceed for full Day sightseeing of Mysoor. Visit Mysoor palace, Mysoor zoo, Srirangapatnam, Channapatna Toys Centre, Ranganathaswamy Temple, Fort, Tippu’s Summer Palace, St.Philomina’s church, Mysore Railway museum and Art Gallery. Over night stay at Mysore.

Third Day: Mysore – Nagarhole (aprox.80kms)

Morning travel to Nagarhole and check in to the resort. You can go for a Coracle Ride (round native boat) on Kabini River. In the afternoon, visit Nagerhole sanctuary. Enjoy an elephant / jeep safari in the jungle that will acquaint you closely with the flora and fauna of Nagarhole. The other highlights include activities like camping, bonfire and nature walk. Overnight stay will be at the wildlife resort.

Fourth Day: Nagarhole – Coonoor

Drive to Coonoor, a picturesque hill station is a favorite hunt for the trekkers and hikers. It also boasts of many attractions like lush green tea estates, Droog fort, Law’s falls, botanical gardens and the “Dolphine’s Nose” peak. Stay overnight at a hotel in Coonoor.

Fifth Day: Coonoor – Ooty (19 kms)

Morning proceed to Ooty, a popular hill station known for its pleasant climate, tea plantations, fruit orchards, cascading waterfalls, sparkling brooks and scenic hills of the Nilgiris. Check in to the resort. Then visit Lake garden, Deer park and Ooty lake for boating. Overnight stay at resort.

Sixth Day: In Ooty

In the morning proceed for full Day sightseeing of Ooty. Visit Botanical Gardens, home to rare trees, shrubs and a wide variety of beautiful flowers flanked by a serene Lotus Pond, Doda Betta, Dolphin’s Nose, Lamb’s Rock, Kodanadu’s View Point, Art Gallery, Klahoti Waterfalls, Catherine Falls, Lalith kale academy and Government Museum. Overnight at Resort.

Seventh Day: Ooty – Coimbatore

Morning proceed to Coimbatore. On arrival transfer to the international airport/ Railway station.

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6N – 7D :: Hospet – Hampi – Aihole – Badami – Chitradurga – Halevidu – Belur – Hassan – Srirangapatna – Mysore

First Day : Bangalore – Hospet

Our representative will pick up you from Bangalore and drive to Hampi. The city of Hampi, situated on the banks of Tungabhadra river in Bellary district, is an important historic and architectural site. Hampi is located within the ruins of Vijayanagara, the former capital of Vijayanagara empire and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hampi is known for its gorgeous architecture, preserved temples and monuments, palaces and market streets. The major attractions of Hampi include Virupaksha Temple, Hazara Rama Temple Complex, Krishna Temple Complex and the Vittala Temple Complex. On arrival at Hospet, check in to the hotel and time permits, at leisure or visit Tungabhadra dam built across Tungabhadra River. Overnight stay in the hotel or resort.

Second Day : Hospet – Hampi – Hospet

After Breakfast, drive to Hampi for Sightseeing (Virupaksha Temple, Kadale Kalu Ganesha, Sasive Kalu Ganesha, Krishna Temple, Lakshmi Narasimha, Badavi Linga, Sister Stones, Underground Temple, Mint House, Lotus Mahal, Elephant Stables, Hazara Rama Temple, Palace Area, Mahanavami Dibba, Queen’s Bath). After Lunch visit Vijaya Vittala Temple (Stone Chariot), King’s Balance, Purandara Mantapa, Old Pillar Bridge and evening return to the hotel and overnight stay in the hotel.

Third Day : Hospet – Kudalasangama – Aihole – Pattadakal – Mahakuta – Badami

Morning after breakfast, check out the hotel drive to Kudalasangama, the Aikya Mantapa or the sacred Samādhi of Basavanna, the founder of the Lingayath faith along with Shiva Linga, which is believed to be self-born (Swayambhu), is here. Then proceed to visit Aihole, a popular tourist destination on the banks of Malaprabha river and well-known for Chalukyan architecture, with about 125 stone temples dating from 5th century CE. Aihole is acclaimed as the cradle of Hindu temple of architecture.

Then visit Pattadakal, a world heritage site, well known for bears testimony to the richness of Chalukyan Architecture. Worth visiting are the 8th century temples of Jambu Linga, Kada Siddeshvara and Galaganatha with their curvilinear sikharas or spires. Then visit Banashankari (Banashankari Temple), Mahakuta (Mahakuteshwara Temple) and finally drive to Badami. Badami was formerly known as Vatapi, was the regal capital of the Badami Chalukyas from 540 to 757 AD. Badami is picturesquely situated at the mouth of a ravine between two rock hills, the exquisite sculptures and the Red Sand stone cliffs of Badami tell many a tale of yore. On arrival at Badami, visit famous rock cut structural temples. Evening, check-in to the hotel and overnight stay at the temple.

Fourth Day : Badami – Chitradurga

After breakfast, check out the hotel and drive to Chitradurga. On arrival at Chitradurga, check in to the hotel and afternoon visit historical Chitradurga Fort. The Fort was built in stages between the 10th and 18th centuries by the dynastic rulers of the region. The Chitradurga fort is built in a series of seven concentric fortification walls with various passages, a citadel, mosque, warehouses for grains and oil, water reservoirs and ancient temples. Evening, return to the hotel and overnight stay at the hotel.

Fifth Day : Chitradurga – Halebid – Belur – Hassan

Morning after breakfast, check out the hotel and drive to Halebid, a regal capital of Hoysala empire during 12th – 13th century. Halebid was earlier called as Dwarasamudra and later got its name as Halebid (the old city) because it was plundered two times during the invasion of Malik Kafur. The Hoysaleswara temple was built during this time by Ketamala (around 1121 AD) and attributed to King Vishnuvardhana, the Hoysala ruler. It is believed to have been completed around 1160 AD by Kedaroja, the chief architect of Vishnuvardhana’s son and Successor Narasimha I (1142 – 1173). Visit the beautiful temple complex which comprises the Hoysaleswara and Kedareswara temples and two Jain basadi.

Then drive to Belur, the earlier capital of Hoysala Empire and located at a distance of 16 Km from Halebid. The main attraction in Belur is the Chennakesava temple, containing the Chennakesava Temple as the centre piece, surrounded by the Kappe Chennigaraya. There are two shrines at the place that are still in use by devotees. The Dravida style rajagopuram at the entrance was a later added by the Vijayanagar kings, who considered this deity as one of their family god. The temple is one of the finest examples of Hoysala architecture, built by king Vishnuvardhana in commemoration of his victory over the Cholas. Inside the temple are a number of ornate pillars. Darpana Sundari (Lady with the mirror) carved on walls of Belur Temple is one of major attractions in the complex. Evening, check-in to the hotel at Hassan and overnight stay at the hotel.

Hoysala Architectures

Sixth Day : Hassan – Shravanabelagola – Srirangapatna – Mysore

Morning after breakfast, check out the hotel at Hassan and drive to Shravanabelagola, nestled by the Vindhyagiri and Chandragiri hills, protected by the monolith Bhagawan Bahubali and home of 2300 years of Jain heritage. On arrival, visit the major attraction of Shravanabelagola is the magnificent 57 feet tall monolithic statue of Gommateshwara Bahubali located on Vindhyagiri hill. It is considered to be the world’s largest monolithic stone statue. The base of the statue has an inscriptions in Prakrutha i.e., devnagari script, dating from 981 AD. The inscription praises the king who funded the effort and his general, Chavundaraya, who erected the statue for his mother. Then drive to Srirangapatna, historic capital of Tippu Sultan, where you can find the magnificent monuments and historical temples. On arrival, visit Sri Ranganatha Temple, Mausoleum of Tipu Sultan (Gumbaz), Tipu Summer Palace. Then drive to Brindavan Gardens, a popular picnic spot laid out below the Krishnarajasagar Dam on the Kaveri River. Then drive to Mysore, the city of palaces. check in to the hotel and overnight stay at the hotel.

Seventh Day : Mysore – Bangalore

Morning, after breakfast check-out the hotel and proceed for half day sightseeing at Mysore. First, visit Chamundi Hills, a picturesque and popular tourist attraction of Mysore. An ancient temple dedicated to goddess Chamundeshwari is located on the top of the chamundi hills. Then visit Mysore Palace, one of the most visited monuments in India. The palace is built in Indo-Saracenic Revival style of architecture and splendid example of royal architecture. The palace is also known as Amba Vilasa Palace. Then visit St. Philomena Church, a Catholic church built in 1936 to honour of St. Philomena in the Diocese of Mysore. The church is built in a Neo Gothic style and its architecture was inspired by the Cologne Cathedral in Germany. After lunch drive to Bangalore. On arrival at Bangalore, you will be transferred to the Airport or Railway station or Hotel. Trip ends with the delightful memories of Karnataka.

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6N – 7D :: Mysore – Hassan – Chickmagalur – Hospet – Hampi – Badami

Day 01: Bangalore- Mysore (140 km)

Morning drive to Mysoor, also known as the City of Palaces. Its grand and imposing palaces, majestic temples, gardens, broad shady avenues, fine buildings and a salubrious climate leave an ever-lasting impression on the visitor. Check in to the hotel. In the afternoon visit the temple & the huge Nandi Bull on Chamaundi Hill & then allow sometime for shopping; Mysore is famous for its sandalwood & silk. In the evening visit Brindavan garden lighting show and Krishnarajasagar Dam. Then back to hotel and over night stay at Mysore.

Day 02: In Mysore

In the Morning proceed for full Day sightseeing of Mysoor. Visit Mysoor palace, Mysoor zoo, Srirangapatnam, Channapatna Toys Centre, Ranganathaswamy Temple, Fort, Tippu’s Summer Palace, St.Philomina’s church, Mysore Railway museum and Art Gallery. Over night stay at Mysore.

DAY 03: Mysore – Hassan (115km)

Morning drive to Hassan. On arrival check-in at the hotel. In the afternoon will visit the Chennakesava temple in Belur and Hoysaleswara temple at Halebid known for Hoysala architecture. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 04: Hassan – Chickmagalur (58km)

Morning drive to Chickmagalur, which is decked with picturesque hills, emerald green forests, valleys, streams, stunning waterfalls and impressive temples, nestled in the mountains. This well-known coffee town is ideal for trekking. Visit Baba Budan range which has one of the highest mountain peaks between Himalayas and the Nilgiris, St.Joseph’s Cathedral, Kondandarama Temple and Sringeri pilgrim centre. Over night stay at Chickmagalur.

Day 05: Chikmagalur- Hospet/ Hampi (227km)

Travel to Hospet and check in at the hotel on arrival. From Hospet you will visit the ancient city of Hampi. The place has several places that are of great interest to tourists such as Virupaksha temple, Vittala temple and Hazara Rama temple, the huge and imposing sculptures of Ganesha and Narasimha, the Queen’s Bath, Ramachandra temple and Lotus Mahal. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 06: Hospet – Badami

Morning drive to Badami that is situating in a gorge between two sandstone hills. On arrival check into the hotel. Visit the rock cut exquisite caves at Badami, the splendid temples at Patadkal & Aiohle , the Fort on top of the hill and the Malegitti Shivalaya on top of another hill. Overnight stay at the hotel.

DAY 07: Badami – Bangalore

Morning proceed to Bangalore. On arrival transfer to the international airport/ Railway station.

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