Bengaluru, India’s answer to Silicon Valley, was ranked third in 2012 amongst the list of world’s top ten cities to visit by Lonely Planet! Formerly a ‘pensioners paradise’, the bustling city sits high above sea-level, and is blessed with pleasant weather all year round.

Hotel Options

The Gateway Hotel Residency Road Bangalore – Opt 1

Room	Standard Room
Meals	Breakfast
Style	International

The Taj West End – Opt 2

Room	Luxury Grand
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Resort

Day 2 - 5

Transfer to the airport

Flight from Bangalore to Hubli

Drive from Hubli to Hampi (165 km, 3.5 hrs)

Hampi

3 Nights

Hampi is so mystical with its boulder-strewn landscapes that you might feel like you’ve landed on the moon!

Included Activities

Highlights of Hampi
Prepared to be bowled over by the mesmeric boulders of Hampi! Navigate through giant rock formations to witness stellar examples of Dravidian architecture. Constructed by the last great Hindu dynasty, some of these architectural marvels date back to the 14th century and are scattered amid the craggy hills and plains. From the historic King’s Balance to the stunning Queen’s Bath, the grand Lotus Mahal (palace) to the colossal Elephant Stables, there is much to discover. Envision the former glory of the musical pillars of Vitthal Temple, standing tall in the heart of an erstwhile bazaar and see the awe-inspiring Stone Chariot. Virupaksha Temple, the principal place of worship, is close at hand. Venture past lush paddy fields and lethargic water buffaloes to see the curious monolith of Ugra Narasimha with its bulging eyes and ample mane. (Full Day, Private Activity & Transfer; Fitness Level: Easy)

Hotel Options

Heritage Resort Hampi – Opt 1

Room	Deluxe Villa
Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Style	Boutique

Evolve Back Resort Kamalapura Palace, Hampi – Opt 2

Room	Nivasa
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Resort

Day 5 - 7

Drive from Hampi to Chikmaglur (300 km, 9 hrs)

Chikmagalur

2 Nights

Chikmagalur is a captivating natural canvas nestled in the Baba Budan Hills within the Western Ghats, best known as the life-giving spine of India.

Included Activities

Highlights of Chikmagalur
Cast your cares aside at beautiful Chikmagalur! Enjoy invigorating strolls and treks through rugged mountain trails, verdant coffee plantations and past rolling hills, as the rest of the world fades away in the distance. Guided by experts, let your nature walks also be an inspiring insight into local life, as this sleepy town’s economy exists on its natural wealth. Discover information about various species of indigenous trees and wildlife and spend your time looking for exotic birds and large butterflies as they flitter through tree tops. If you are lucky, the night skies may even be lit up by fireflies!

Excursion to Belur and Halebid
Visit Belur and Halebid, famous for their beautifully carved, ancient temples dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries.

Day Trip to Shravanabelagola
An interesting excursion takes you to Shravanabelagola, a Temple City and important Jain pilgrim center lying between Indragiri and Chandragiri hills. ‘Bel’, meaning white and ‘kola’, pond, are an allusion to the beautiful pond in the towns midst. Marvel at Indragiri’s 1000 year old statue of Bhagavan Gomateshwara Bahubali. Standing at 57ft, it is considered the world’s largest monolithic stone statue. Shravanabelagola has over 500 inscriptions and sculptures that highlight history back to the Indus Valley Civilization.

Hotel Options

The Gateway Hotel KM Road Chikmagalur – Opt 1

Room	Standard Garden View
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Lodge

Primrose Villas – Opt 2

Room	Primrose Villa
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Resort

Day 7 - 9

Drive from Chikmaglur to Mysore via Shravanbelagola, Belur and Halebid (220 km, 4.5 hrs)

Mysore

2 Nights

Mysore provides you with an opportunity to step back in time into a world of regal opulence, and is often described as the City of Palaces.

Included Activities

Highlights of Mysore
Return to the regal era at Mysore! Visit the Maharajah’s Palace which artistically blends Indo-Saracenic style with foreign elements such as Scottish steel and Victorian-Edwardian era furniture. Every Sunday, visitors gather to to see the palace brightly lit up. Drive up to the Chamundi Hills to be blessed alongside hundreds of jubilant pilgrims at the Chamundeshwari Temple. On your way back, visit Sri Nandi Temple to be blessed by Hindu God Lord Shiva’s faithful gatekeeper Nandi, the decorated bull. Guide your steps towards the Famous Jagmohan Palace where exquisite artwork awaits you at the Raja Ravi Verma Gallery. Tour the scenic Brindavan Gardens which is built alongside a dam on the Kaveri River. There is also opportunity to meet master weavers at a silk factory close at hand. (Full Day, Private Activity & Transfer; Fitness Level: Easy; Mysore Palace is only light up at night on Sundays; Please bring socks as footwear is not permitted inside temples)

Hotel Options

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Mysore – Opt 1

Room	Superior Room
Meals	Breakfast
Style	International

Royal Orchid Metropole – Opt 2

Room	Royal Room
Meals	Breakfast
Style	International

Day 9 - 11

Drive from Mysore to Nagarhole (90 km, 2.5 hrs)

Nagarhole

2 Nights

Nagahole National Park calls you into the wild! A haven for nature lovers, the park starts within the foothills of the Western Ghats, and heads into low undulating hills through to stretches of wild grass.

Included Activities

Shared Canter safari in Nagarhole
Go on the trail of the tiger! Nagarhole National Park is a sprawling never-never land that is positively teeming with wildlife! Almost 300 species of birds, gaur, Indian bison, spotted deer, sambar, langur, fierce wild dogs, and a variety of big cats call Nagarhole home, which you can have fun spotting during your wildlife safari. You might see several hordes of grand Asiatic elephants ambling around. The crowning glory of Nagarhole? Its population of majestic and mysterious tigers! If you are lucky, with the help of your expert naturalist, you might witness one of these delightful creatures in their natural habitat during your morning and afternoon safaris. Kindly note that these safaris are arranged using a canter.( Shared Activity)

Shared Jeep safari in Nagarhole
Go on the trail of the tiger! Nagarhole National Park is a sprawling never-never land that is positively teeming with wildlife! Almost 300 species of birds, gaur, Indian bison, spotted deer, sambar, langur, fierce wild dogs, and a variety of big cats call Nagarhole home, which you can have fun spotting during your wildlife safari. You might see several hordes of grand Asiatic elephants ambling around. The crowning glory of Nagarhole? Its population of majestic and mysterious tigers! If you are lucky, with the help of your expert naturalist, you might witness one of these delightful creatures in their natural habitat during your morning and afternoon safaris. Kindly note that these safaris are arranged using a canter.

Hotel Options

Kaav Safari Lodge – Opt 1

Room	Superior Room
Meals	Full Board and Safari
Style	Lodge

Evolve Back Kuruba Safari Lodge – Opt 2

Room	Pool Hut
Meals	Full Board and Activities
Style	Lodge

Day 11 - 14

Drive from Nagarhole to Neeleshwar (200 km, 5.5 hrs)

Neeleshwar Kasaragod

3 Nights

Neeleshwar: Refreshingly different! Behind luxuriant coconut groves and paddy fields lies another Kerala, where a variety of festivals and rituals that bring the human world into harmony with itself and the Divine exist.

Destination Neeleshwar Kasaragod in South India

Hotel Options

Khanhan Beach Resort – Opt 1

Room	Home Type 1
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Beach Resort

Neeleshwar Hermitage – Opt 2

Room	Deluxe Garden View Cottage
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Beach Resort

Day 14 - 14

Drive from Neeleshwar to Mangalore (100 km, 3 hrs)

Flight from Mangalore to Bangalore

Bangalore

0 Nights

International Departure

Price & Inclusions

Option 1 From $ 4,590 /person
Option 2 From $ 7,490 /person

Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.

Price Includes

Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
Your Trip Coordinator: a 24/7 point of contact supporting you during your trip

Not Included

Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
Tips and personal expenses
Visa and tourism fees
Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
International airfare

Karnataka Explored: Heritage and Landscapes

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Itinerary Details

Bangalore

Hampi

Chikmagalur

Mysore

Nagarhole

Neeleshwar Kasaragod

Bangalore

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