Tours Exotic Karnataka

Meet on arrival and transfer to hotel. Depending on the arrival proceed for half-day city tour to ISKCON temple – the Krishna temple is a blend of modern technology and spiritual harmony, Lalbagh – 240 acres of beautifully sculpted gardens, flowers abound, rare collection of tropical and sub-tropical plants, Vidhana Soudha – this massive building houses the State Legislature and the Secretariat, later on return to hotel and overnight.

Morning breakfast, checkout and drive to Hassan, enroute visit Shravanabelagola, The Statue of Gommateshwara. On arrival check into hotel. Later proceed to visit Belur – It is the only Hoysala temple still in active worship. The most marvelous specimens of Hoysala architecture. Halebidu – the ancient capital of the Hoysalas. The temple complex has a museum which houses the idols, statues and sculptures excavated by the Archaeological department from the ruins. Return to hotel and overnight.

Morning breakfast checkout and drive to Coorg – Madikeri. On arrival check into resort, lunch & relax. Afternoon proceed to visit Abbey falls – tucked away between private coffee and spice estates, Abbey Falls offers a splendid backdrop for picnics. Omkareshwara temple dedicated to Shiva was built in 19th Century in a mix of gothic and islamic style. Evening visit Raja Seat – the marvelous sight of sunset and gorgeous valley and mountain ranges. Return to hotel and overnight.

Morning breakfast, check out and proceed to Mysore – Known for its magnificent palaces and majestic buildings, sprawling gardens and treelined boulevards, shimmering silks and sandalwood, the ‘City Royale’ always figures in the tourist’s itinerary. On arrival check into a hotel. Relax and proceed to visit Chamundi Hill – perched atop a hill. The 4.8m tall monoliths of Nandi and the gigantic Mahishasura statue are added attractions. Evening free for shopping and overnight.

Morning breakfast and proceed for full day sightseeing, visit Maharaja Palace – the Palace is a splendid structure in the Indo-Saracenic style, among its many attractions are a magnificent gold throne. 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 in the evening visit Brindavan Garden / Krishna Raja Sagar Dam after sundown, when musical fountains and closed lights transform this place into a magical fairyland. Return to hotel and overnight.

Morning breakfast, check out and drive to Bangalore enroute visit Srirangapatna. On arrival drop to Bangalore airport to board your flight. Tour ends.