Tour Details
Duration
13 Days / 12 Nights
Price
On Request
Destinations Covered
Bangalore – Coorg – Kabini – Mysore – Hassan – Hospet – Badami – Goa
Trip Highlights
Tour Itinerary
Arrival in Bangalore – Gateway to the South
Breakfast: Not included (arrival day)
Overview: Welcome to Karnataka’s dynamic capital – a thriving tech hub with British-era charm and lush parks.
Experiences:
- Arrival at Bangalore International Airport, meet your tour representative and transfer to your hotel.
- Lalbagh Botanical Garden: Established by Hyder Ali and expanded by Tipu Sultan, home to 1,800+ species of flora and the famous Glass House inspired by London’s Crystal Palace.
- Cubbon Park: A colonial-era lung space offering a green escape in the city center.
- Drive past Vidhana Soudha, Karnataka’s legislative building with imposing granite neo-Dravidian architecture.
- Optional: Visit Bangalore Palace, inspired by Windsor Castle with Tudor-style architecture and lavish interiors.
- Explore MG Road & Brigade Road, known for nightlife, cafes, and shopping.
Overnight: Bangalore
Bangalore to Coorg – Coffee, Culture & Nature
Breakfast at hotel
Drive: ~5-6 hrs / 250 km
Overview: Leave the city behind and head into the lush green Western Ghats to Coorg – a land of misty hills, coffee estates, and Kodava culture.
Experiences:
- En route stop at Bylakuppe, one of the largest Tibetan settlements in South India. Visit the Namdroling Monastery, renowned for its peaceful ambiance, massive Buddha statues, and golden artwork.
- Arrive in Madikeri, the capital of Coorg (Kodagu district), and check in to a scenic coffee plantation resort.
- Stroll through aromatic coffee estates and learn about the life cycle of coffee.
- Evening at leisure – soak in the serenity of the hills or enjoy a plantation dinner.
Overnight: Coorg
Full-Day Coorg Exploration – Sacred Rivers & Scenic Beauty
Breakfast at hotel
Overview: Discover Coorg’s natural and spiritual highlights, and immerse yourself in its unique Kodava heritage.
Experiences:
- Visit Talacauvery, the mythological birthplace of River Cauvery, nestled at 1,276 meters in the Brahmagiri Hills. Take in panoramic views and visit the nearby Bhagandeshwara Temple.
- Continue to Raja’s Seat, a royal garden with spectacular sunset views once enjoyed by Kodava kings.
- Explore Abbey Falls, a gushing cascade surrounded by coffee and spice plantations.
- Visit a local market in Madikeri to shop for homemade chocolates, spices, and local honey.
- Optional: Visit Madikeri Fort and Omkareshwara Temple, blending Islamic and Gothic styles.
Overnight: Coorg
Coorg to Kabini – Into the Heart of the Jungle
Breakfast at hotel
Drive: ~3.5 hrs / 120 km
Overview: Drive east to Kabini, part of the famed Nagarhole Tiger Reserve – a hotspot for big cats, elephants, and birdlife.
Experiences:
- Check into a forest lodge or luxury wildlife resort on the banks of the Kabini River.
- Later, embark on a boat safari across the Kabini backwaters. This scenic cruise offers opportunities to spot herds of elephants bathing, marsh crocodiles sunning, and a variety of birdlife including cormorants, darters, and storks.
- Enjoy a wildlife documentary screening or tribal folklore session at the lodge.
Overnight: Kabini
Kabini – Wildlife Safari & Forest Immersion
Breakfast at lodge
Overview: A full day to experience Kabini’s lush biodiversity with expert naturalist-guided safaris.
Experiences:
- Early morning jeep safari in Nagarhole National Park, once the hunting grounds of the Wodeyars. Search for leopards, tigers, dholes (wild dogs), sloth bears, and over 300 bird species.
- Return to the lodge for breakfast and leisure time.
- Afternoon options: a guided nature walk, visit to a Kuruba tribal hamlet, or just unwind at your eco-lodge with jungle sounds all around.
Overnight: Kabini
Kabini to Mysore – Where Royalty Lives On
Breakfast at lodge
Drive: ~2 hrs / 90 km
Overview: Explore the elegant palaces, sacred hills, and vibrant markets of Mysore, known for its Dussehra festivities and regal charm.
Experiences:
- Arrive in Mysore, once the capital of the Wodeyar dynasty.
- Visit Mysore Palace: An Indo-Saracenic masterpiece with stained glass, mirrored halls, and grand courtyards.
- Climb Chamundi Hill to visit Chamundeshwari Temple and enjoy sweeping views of the city.
- Stroll through Devaraja Market, famous for its colorful stalls of jasmine flowers, incense, fruits, and Mysore sandalwood.
- Optional: Visit Jaganmohan Art Gallery, housing works by Raja Ravi Varma, or relax at Brindavan Gardens with its musical fountain show.
Overnight: Mysore
Mysore to Hassan – Temples of Stone Poetry
Breakfast at hotel
Drive: ~3.5 hrs / 120 km
Overview: Step back in time to the 12th-century era of the Hoysala Empire, celebrated for its intricately sculpted temples.
Experiences:
- Visit Srirangapatna, the island fortress of Tipu Sultan with sites like Daria Daulat Bagh (Summer Palace), Gumbaz (Mausoleum), and the Ranganathaswamy Temple.
- Explore Belur, home to the Chennakesava Temple – a gem of Hoysala architecture showcasing thousands of detailed carvings.
- At Halebid, witness the Hoysaleswara Temple, famed for its friezes of battle scenes, celestial dancers, and mythological narratives.
Overnight: Hassan
Hassan to Hospet – Land of Lost Empires
Breakfast at hotel
Drive: ~6 hrs / 330 km
Overview: Travel east across rural Karnataka to Hospet, your base for discovering Hampi’s legendary ruins.
Experiences:
- Enjoy the drive through sugarcane fields and Deccan landscapes.
- Arrive in Hospet, a small town near the fabled ruins of Hampi.
- Evening at leisure or take a nature walk near the Tungabhadra River.
Overnight: Hospet
Explore Hampi – World Heritage in Stone
Breakfast at hotel
Overview: Discover the surreal ruins of Hampi, once one of the richest cities in the world during the Vijayanagara Empire.
Experiences:
- Visit Virupaksha Temple, still an active temple and the oldest in Hampi.
- Marvel at the Vittala Temple Complex, with its iconic Stone Chariot and musical pillared halls.
- Walk through the Royal Enclosure, with structures like the Queen’s Bath, Stepwell, and Mahanavami Dibba.
- Explore the Lotus Mahal, Elephant Stables, and Hazara Rama Temple.
- End your day with a sunset from Hemakuta Hill, offering panoramic views of the temple town.
Overnight: Hospet
Hospet to Badami – Ancient Rock-Temples Await
Breakfast at hotel
Drive: ~4.5 hrs / 140 km
Overview: Journey into Karnataka’s early Chalukyan past, where temples were carved into cliffs and stones told mythic stories.
Experiences:
- Stop at Aihole, known as the Cradle of Indian Temple Architecture, with over 100 temples from various eras.
- Visit Pattadakal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and ceremonial center of the Chalukyas, showcasing a harmonious blend of North and South Indian temple architecture.
- Arrive in Badami, nestled between rugged sandstone cliffs.
- Explore the Badami Caves, 6th–7th century Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist cave temples carved into cliff faces above Agastya Lake.
Overnight: Badami
Badami to Goa – Beachward Bound
Breakfast at hotel
Drive: ~6-7 hrs / 250 km
Overview: Say goodbye to the rocky terrain of North Karnataka and descend to the lush coastline of Goa.
Experiences:
- Scenic drive through rolling hills and rural villages.
- Arrive in Goa and check in to your beach or riverside resort.
- Evening at leisure – soak your feet in the Arabian Sea or relax with a tropical drink under the palms.
Overnight: Goa
Goa – Old World Charm & Coastal Life
Breakfast at hotel
Overview: Goa is more than just beaches – discover its rich Portuguese heritage, tropical plantations, and peaceful riverine life.
Experiences:
- Explore Old Goa, once the capital of Portuguese India:
- Visit Basilica of Bom Jesus, housing the relics of St. Francis Xavier.
- Explore Se Cathedral, one of the largest churches in Asia.
- Take a guided spice plantation tour, learning about Goa’s export legacy and enjoy a traditional Goan lunch (optional).
- Afternoon at leisure: relax on Calangute, Palolem, or Benaulim beach (depending on stay) or explore Panaji’s Latin Quarter, Fontainhas.
Overnight: Goa
Departure from Goa – Until Next Time
Breakfast at hotel
Experiences:
- Depending on your flight time, enjoy a final stroll by the beach or shop for cashews and local crafts.
- Private transfer to Goa International Airport for departure.
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