Explore the cultural heritage of Karnataka with us. This tour package gives you an idea of the rich cultural heritage. The tour covers Mysore, Hassan, Chikmagalur, Shravanabelagola, Hospet, Badami, Hampi and other historical places, scenic hill ranges, forests.
Tour starts from the city of Bangalore, which is the capital city of the state of Karnataka.
Our representative will welcome you at Bangalore and drive to Mysore. On arrival at Mysore, check in to the hotel and then visit CHAMUNDI HILLS to get the divine blessings at CHAMUNDESHWARI TEMPLE, ST. PHILOMENAS CHURCH, where you can view some of the rare species of wildlife. Then visit World famous MYSORE PALACE one of the prime attractions of Mysore city & evening visit BRINDAVAN GARDENS (KRS) expanded over 150 acres. The musical fountain and light show adds attraction to the garden. Return to the hotel and overnight stay at hotel.
Morning breakfast, checkout and drive to Hassan, enroute visit SHRAVANABELAGOLA, The Statue of Gommateshwara. On arrival check in to hotel; Later proceed to visit BELUR – It is the only Hoysala temple still in active worship, the most marvellous 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 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 BAHA BUDAN GIRI which has one of the highest mountain peaks between Himalayas and the Nilgiris, ST.JOSEPH’S CATHEDRAL, KONDANDARAMA TEMPLE and SRINGERI PILGRIM CENTRE. Overnight stay at Chickmagalur
Next morning after breakfast, drive to Hospet. Proceed to visit the popular TUNGABHADRA DAM. Later in the day, visit the major tourist attraction of Hospet covering ROYAL PLACE, LOTUS MAHAL, VITTALA TEMPLE and the ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM. In the evening you may visit SRI ANANTHASHAYANA TEMPLE, located at the eastern fringe of Hospet. Overnight stay in Hospet
The day begins with a tour to Hampi, the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hampi the charismatic ruined state attracts thousands every year. After breakfast, set out to explore Hampi, dotted with large number of monuments featuring beautiful temples, remains of aquatic structures, royal platforms, treasury buildings, ancient market streets, royal pavilions, bastions etc. It continues to be an important religious centre, housing the VIRUPAKSHA TEMPLE, as well as several other monuments belonging to the old city. Later return to hotel in Hospet for Overnight stay.
Next morning after breakfast, proceed to visit Badami. Badami was the royal capital of Chalukyas. The city is the house for large number of cave temples, entryways, fortresses and carvings. After reaching Badami check-in at one of your listed hotels. Relax for sometime in the cozy comfort of its room. After lunch embark on a sightseeing tour of Badami. The attraction scheduled for the day includes BADAMI FORT, OPEN AIR MUSEUM and the CAVE TEMPLES. The Badami cave temples are a complex of temples, considered the finest example of Indian rock-cut architecture, especially Badami Chalukya Architecture. Return to the hotel in the evening and overnight stay.
Next morning after breakfast, move out to explore the remarkable temples at AIHOLE and PATTADAKAL. Aihole is considered to be the birthplace of Hindu stone architecture. The distinctive characteristics to watch for in Aihole are the Western Chalukyan architecture including mortar less fabrication with stress on length and not on width or height. Roofs are flat with richly cut up ceilings. Stay at the hotel for the night.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Goa to relax OR Board your flight / train to onward destination from Goa.
