Driving into Mysore it will expose the traveler to varieties of culture and heritage of the 19th century. A brief trip to Nagarhole – Kabini will add spice to the tour which is a haven for wild life. Coorg and Madikere is verdant with greenery and has abundant space to see local flora and fauna. A visit to Hassan to see reminiscences of Dravadian culture would thus be the grand finale to a wonderful best of Karnataka tour.
Duration : 7 Nights / 8 Days
Destinations : Bangalore / Mysore / Nagarahole National Park – Kabini / Coorg – Madikeri / Hassan / Bangalore
Day 01 : Arrival: Bangalore
Meet on arrival and transfer to a hotel. Depending on the arrival time 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. Return to hotel and overnight.
Day 02 : Bangalore / Mysore
Morning breakfast, checkout and proceed to Mysore, enroute visit Srirangapatna – Island fortress of Tippu Sultan. Visit Tippu’s summer Palace, Mosque, and Sriranganatha Temple. On arrival check into hotel. After lunch relax and later visit Chamundi Hill-perched atop a hill, the 4.8m tall monolith of Nandi and the gigantic Mahishasura statue are added attractions. Return to hotel and overnight.
Day 03 : Mysore
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-the Krishna Raja Sagar Dam after sundown, the musical fountains and closed lights transform this place into a magical fairyland. Return to hotel and overnight.
Day 04 : Mysore/ Nagarahole National Park – Kabini
Morning breakfast, check out and proceed to Nagarahole – Kabini – Nestled in the southern fringes of the Nagarahole National Park, it is a perfect getaway for nature lovers. The breathtaking locale with the tranquil backwaters of the river Kabini presents an ideal setting for a long-awaited vacation. Check in on arrival and proceed for buffet lunch. Safari in the evening. Wildlife Film Show followed by camp fire and buffet dinner. Overnight.
Day 05 : Nagarahole National Park-Kabini / Coorg – Madikeri
Morning wake up at 0545hrs to get ready for safari. Return to resort at around 08.30hrs and proceed for breakfast, checkout and drive to Coorg. On arrival check into a hotel. Later proceed for sightseeing, visit Abbey falls, Omkareshwara Temple and Raja Seat. Return to hotel and overnight.
Day 06 : Coorg – Madikeri
Early breakfast and proceed to Dubare Elephant Camp for Elephant interaction, (be there at 08.30hrs) later proceed to Cauvery Nisarga dhama – teems with lush foliage, thick bamboo groves, teak, and rosewood, Bylakuppe – largest Tibetan settlement in South India, Golden Temple – Tibetan monastery. Return to hotel and overnight.
Day 07 : Coorg – Madikeri / Hassan
Morning breakfast checkout and drive to Hassan. 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 resort and Overnight.
Day 08 : Hassan / Bangalore
Morning breakfast, check out and drive to Bangalore, enroute visit Shravanabelagola. The Statue of Gommateshwara – Bahubali, is one of the most famous pilgrimage destination in Jainism. Later proceed to Bangalore. Airport to board your flight.