5 Nights - 6 Days Karnataka Heritage - Hill Station Tour

Time Activity Focus
Morning Arrive at Bangalore Airport/Railway Station, check into your hotel. Travel/Check-in
Afternoon Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden (Glass House) and Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace. Gardens & History
Late Afternoon Visit the magnificent Bangalore Palace (exterior/interior viewing) and drive past the Vidhana Soudha (State Parliament). Architecture
Evening Explore the vibrant MG Road / Church Street area. Dinner and overnight stay in Bangalore. City Vibe

Activities : Sightseeing

Time Activity Focus
Morning Check out and drive to Mysore (approx. 3-4 hours). Transfer
En Route Stop at Srirangapatna, the island fortress of Tipu Sultan. Visit the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and Gumbaz (Tipu's tomb). Heritage Stop
Afternoon Check into your Mysore hotel and relax. Check-in
Late Afternoon Visit Chamundi Hills to see the Chamundeshwari Temple and the massive Nandi Bull Statue. Spiritual View
Evening Visit the beautiful Brindavan Gardens (KRS Dam) to witness the spectacular Musical Fountain Show (timing is crucial, usually starts around 7:00 PM). Overnight stay in Mysore. Light Show

Activities : Sightseeing

Time Activity Focus
Morning Visit the world-famous Mysore Palace. Spend at least 2 hours exploring its stunning architecture and history. Royal Splendor
Late Morning Visit Mysore Zoo (Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens) or the Regional Museum of Natural History. Wildlife/Museum
Afternoon Lunch and visit St. Philomena's Church (a magnificent Gothic structure). Architecture
Late Afternoon Optional: Visit the Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum or the Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery. Art/Culture
Evening Leisure/Shopping. Mysore is famous for silk sarees and sandalwood products. Overnight stay in Mysore. Shopping

Activities : Museums

Time Activity Focus
Morning Check out and drive towards Coorg/Madikeri (approx. 2.5 - 3 hours). Transfer
En Route Stop at Bylakuppe to visit the Tibetan Settlement and the beautiful Namdroling Monastery (Golden Temple). Culture
Afternoon Check into your resort/homestay in Coorg/Madikeri. Check-in
Late Afternoon Visit Raja's Seat in Madikeri for stunning panoramic views of the valleys and an incredible sunset. Scenic Viewpoint
Evening Relax at your hotel. Enjoy the cool climate. Overnight stay in Coorg. Relaxation

Activities : Sightseeing

Time Activity Focus
Morning Visit Talakaveri, the source of the River Kaveri, and the nearby temple town of Bhagamandala (a 1.5-hour drive from Madikeri). Nature & Spirituality
Late Morning Visit Dubare Elephant Camp for interaction with elephants (ideal time is before 11:00 AM or after 4:00 PM). Wildlife
Afternoon Visit the spectacular Abbey Falls (a short walk through coffee plantations) and the Omkareshwara Temple (unique blend of Gothic and Islamic architecture). Waterfalls/Temple
Late Afternoon Take a walk through a Coffee Plantation (many homestays offer tours) or explore the local spice market. Plantation Experience
Evening Overnight stay in Coorg. Leisure

Activities : Sightseeing

Time Activity Focus
Morning Check out and drive from Coorg towards Bangalore (approx. 5-6 hour drive). Transfer
En Route Stop at Shravanabelagola (famous for the monolithic Gommateshwara statue, requires climbing many steps) or the twin temple towns of Belur & Halebidu near Hassan (famous for Hoysala architecture). Choose one based on time and interest. Hoysala Heritage
Afternoon Lunch on the highway. Leisure
Late Afternoon Continue the drive to Bangalore. Departure
Evening Drop-off at Bangalore Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey. Final Departure

Activities : Sightseeing