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Duration: 05 Nights / 06 Days
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Karnataka is the eight largest states in India and is situated on the Western edge of the Deccan plateau in South India. A Land of architectural marvels, heritage monuments, wildlife sanctuaries, Coffee plantations, divine temples, pristine beaches, roaring waterfalls, calming hills, adventure activities, magnificent art forms, sacred festivals and traditional cuisines.
Bangalore -"Garden City also known as Silicon Valley of India...Fastest growing city in SE
Asia has well-laid out parks and Gardens.Mysore- Mysore is the second largest city of Karnataka.
Today, Mysore is a vibrant city teeming with tourists and visitors. It is known the world over for its
exotic sandalwood and rich silks. Its grand and imposing palaces, majestic temples, and gardens
leave an ever-lasting impression on the visitor. Coorg – is on the Western Ghats. Set Amidst verdant
valleys, imposing mountains and teak wood forests, this is one of the most beautiful hill stations you
can visit.
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Bangalore / Mysore /Coorg / Bangalore or Mangalore
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01: Arrive at Bangalore
Meet on arrival and transfer to a Hotel. Depending on the arrival time, afternoon half-day tour:
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: (140Kms / 3hrs)
After breakfast, checkout and proceed to Mysore- Known for its magnificent palaces and majestic buildings,
sprawling gardens and tree lined boulevards, shimmering silks and sandalwood, the ‘City Royale’ always figures
in the tourist’s itinerary. Enroute visit Srirangapatna - island fortress of Tippu Sultan. Visit Tippu's summer
Palace, Gumbaz, and Ranganathaswamy temple. On arrival in Mysore check into a hotel. Evening, visit Chamundi
Hill - perched a top 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:
After breakfast, proceed for full day sight seeing, visit Maharaja’s Palace - the palace is a splendid structure
in the Indo-Saracenic Style, among its many attractions are a magnificent gold throne displayed during the
Dasara celebrations. Art Gallery - the art gallery in the Jaganmohan Palace houses an excellent collection
of ceramics, sandalwood, ivory, stone sculptures, 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 on in the evening visit Brindavan Garden at the Krishna Raja Sagar Dam after sundown,
when musical fountains and colored lights transform this place into a magical fairyland. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Day 04: Mysore / Coorg – Madikeri (130Kms / 3hrs)
After breakfast, checkout and proceed to Coorg – few places in the world are blessed with such natural beauty
and fertility. It is also known as “Scotland of South India”. Enroute visit Bylakuppe – One of the largest Tibetan
Settlements in South India, it is known for its monasteries, handicrafts, carpet factories, and an incense
factory. On arrival check into hotel. Return to hotel and overnight
Day 05: Coorg – Madikeri:
After breakfast proceed for full day sight seeing, visit to Talacauvery – Set amidst the picturesque Brahmagiri
hills is the source of Cauvery River, Omkareshwara Temple, Abbey Falls - Tucked away between private coffee
and spice estates, Abbey Falls offers a splendid backdrop for picnics, Raja Seat -Raja's seat perched atop
a hill, good for watching the golden sunset. Return back to the hotel/resort and overnight.
Day 06: Coorg - Madikeri / Bangalore (240Kms /6hrs) or
Coorg – Madikeri / Mangalore (150Kms /5hrs) :
After breakfast, checkout and proceed to Bangalore or Mangalore (nearest place to Madikeri) to board your flight or train. Tour ends.
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