Take a trip into the past, you'll discover a land of many surprises, Musical pillars, Stone dancers, Elephant stables, Monumental temples, Sandy beaches, you will enjoy them all while you pass through the Gateway of India.
Day 01 - Arrive Mumbai
On arrival you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel, where we will be holding rooms on a ready occupancy basis. After a traditional welcome, check into the hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 02 - Mumbai
In the morning we have for you a half-day tour of Mumbai. See the Gateway of India - The stone archway designed by Wittett in 16th century Gujarati style. Elephanta Caves - 9 kms by sea. These 7th century rock-cut cave temples dedicated to Lord Shiva are situated atop a hill on an island. With everlasting memories of the day, spend the night at the hotel.
Day 03 - Mumbai - Goa
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Goa. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 04 - Goa
Visit the city that is called the "Archaeologist's Delight" In the morning you will visit North Goa and see South Goa in the afternoon. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 05 - Goa
Today is your day, i. e. its the day to relax. Where? On the beautiful and refreshing beaches of Goa, of course!. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 06 - Goa - Belgaum - Badami ( 275 kms 6 hrs)
Today, after breakfast, drive to Badami enroute visiting Belgaum - a total picture of contrasts. On one side is the old town area and the modern town on the other. In the heart of Belgaum is the Fort. Inside it are most famous Kamala Basti, the Jain Temple and the Jama Masjid, The Kapileshwar Temple, the Ananthashayana. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 07 - Badami
Rock-cut cave Temples, Gateways, Forts, Inscriptions, Sculptures that seem to come alive before your eyes. Badami has to be seen to be believed. Climb a flight of steps to reach the ancient caves - all hewn out of sand stone on the precipice of a hill. Also a must-see are the Bhutanatha temples that lend their names to the lake just beneath the cave temples. Take a dip in the tranquil water. It is said to have healing properties. Badami also has the eighteen inscriptions ranging from the 6th to the 9th century. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 08 - Badami - Aihole - Pattadakal - Hospet
Today is your lucky day, as you are going to Hospet enroute visiting Aihole and Pattadakal. Aihole is famous as the "cradle of the Indian Architecture". You will also visit Pattadakal - Situated on the left bank of the Malaprabha river, a world heritage centre, has 10 major temples representing early Chalukyan architecture, later continue towards Hospet. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 09 - Hospet
Come with us this morning to explore the beautiful world of Hospet. The touristic importance of this lies in its proximity to Hampi, the site of the medieval Vijaynagar Empire, (13 kms) is the most evocative of all the ruins in Karnataka. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 02 - Mumbai
Day 10 - Hospet - Hassan
Have your breakfast and head towards the destination that has it all. Yes! You guessed it right. We are going to Hassan. Stop and refresh yourself at a hotel.Take an excursion to Belur and Halebid, a beautiful example of Hoyasala's architecture. The mostfamous of them is The Chennakeshava Temple : which took 103 years to complete. The temples of Halebid bear mute testimony to the rich, cultural heritage of Karnataka. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 11 - Hassan - Shravanabelagola - Hassan
Today you will see the splendour of Shravanabelgola, 51 kms south-east of Hassan, one of most important Jain Pilgrim centres. Here is the 17m high monolith of Lord Bahubali - the world's tallest monolithic statue. Rest of the day you will remain free to explore the surroundings. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 12 - Hassan - Madikeri
Today morning we will be going to Madikeri, a place which is called as the "Scotland Of India". On arrival check into the hotel, refresh yourself and come with us to visit Madikeri Fort , Abbey Falls , Nisargadhama - Known for its calm, serene beauty, this place is an ideal picnic spot visited by hundreds of tourists throughout the year. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 13 - Madikeri - Mysore
Today morning have your breakfast and ride with us to the exclusive locales of Mysore. On arrival, check into the hotel. Refresh yourself and go to visit: Mysore Palace, Chamundi hills - Towering over the city, these hills are 13 km away from Mysore. Halfway up is the Nandi bull, a 4.8m monolith. Brindavan Gardens - A site to be loved. The musical fountains & colourful lights transform this place into a fairyland. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 14 - Mysore
Visit the Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery - Housed in the Jagmohan Palace, the gallery has a collection of exquisite paintings. In the afternoon visit Somnathpur. It is a little village where you can see the famous 13th century temple well known for its great architectural beauty. The star shaped temple with three shrines is the latest and best-preserved example of the heritage of Hoyasala architecture. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 15 - Mysore - Srirangapatnam - Bangalore
Today morning, you are free to explore the beautiful surroundings. Afternoon drive to Bangalore enroute visiting Srirangapatnam, capital of the warrior-King Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan, to see the magnificent monuments that are well worth a visit. In the evening, drive to Bangalore. On arrival check into the hotel and stay overnight at hotel.
Day 16 - Bangalore - Mumbai
Today morning come with us to explore the "city of gardens." We will take you to the Vidhan Saudha - It houses the State's Legislature and Secretariat, Nandi Temple - One of the oldest temple, popularly known as the Bull temple. In the evening take your flight to Bombay. On arrival transfer to the hotel where we will be holding the rooms for wash and change. Have your dinner hosted by us. Departure transfer to International Airport for your flight back home.
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