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Bengaluru (01 nt) – Mysore (01 nt) – Kabini (01 nt) – Hassan (01 nt) – Hospet (02 nts) – Hubli (01 nt) – Goa (02 nts) – Out from Goa
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Bengaluru (40 Kms)
Arrive into Bengaluru, the garden city formerly known as Bangalore, meet and transfer to hotel for 01 night stay. Bengaluru is known for its numerous parks and avenues. Afternoon, sightseeing tour of Bangalore including Tipu Sultan's Palace, Bull Temple, Lalbagh Gardens, Cubbon Park & Museum and Vidhana Soudha - which houses both the State Legislature and Secretariat.
Day 02: To Mysore (120 Kms)
After breakfast check out from your hotel and drive to Mysore. The capital of a former princely state, Mysore is a city of palaces and gardens and is famous for its silk, sandalwood and jasmine. With many grand palaces like Mysore Palace adorning the face of the city, Mysore has come to be known as 'City of Palaces'. The name Mysore has its roots in Indian mythology. The legend has it that Goddess Chamundi killed Demon Mahishasura here.
Day 03: To Kabini / Nagerhole (100 Kms)
After breakfast drive to Kabani, Nestled in the southern fringes of the Nagarahole National Park, the Kabini River Lodge 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.
Day 05: To Hospet (300 Kms)
After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Hospet, the satellite town built during the reign of Krishnadevaraya. This is a typical country town of Karnataka and is frequented by tourists who come to see the ruins of the great Vijayanagara Empire. Upon arrival, check into the hotel for 02 nights stay.
Day 06: At Hospet visit of Hampi
After a leisurely breakfast proceed for a full day excursion to Hampi to explore the ruins and temples. Once the flourishing capital of the Vijayanagar Empire, Hampi was abundant in wealth, military prowess, and culture. The Pampati Swami Temple, the Queen's Bath, the Lotus Mahal, the King's Balance and the musical pillars of the Vittala Temple evoke memories of bygone splendour.
Day 07: To Hubli via Pattadakkal, Aihole & Badami (315 Kms)
After breakfast, drive to Pattadakkal, a world heritage centre. The town has 10 major temples representing early Chalukyan architecture.Later visit Aihole the ancient capital of Chalukyas. Famous as the cradle of Indian Architecture, Aihole has over a hundred temples scattered around the village, built between the 6th and 8th centuries.
Day 08: To Goa (190 Kms)
After breakfast drive to Goa. Once a Portuguese settlement which still reflects very much in the culture and life style, Goa needs no introduction and by far is the most comprehensive beach spots of India and known for its night life, Goa's coastline provides endless sun-drenched crescents of sand. Whitewashed chapels and churches that dot the landscape are surrounded by sleepy villages and rice fields.
Day 09: At Goa
After breakfast, go for a sightseeing tour of Goa covering the churches and Panjim city. Afternoon is free to relax by the beach.
Day 10: Departure from Goa
In time departure transfer to GOA Airport (1 hour drive) assisted by our representative.
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