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Kilometers – 2400
kms
Altitude – 1,200
mts plus
Size – 12 to
18 (Flexible for private groups)
Trip Start/End – Bangalore
Trip Duration – 15 Days
This is one of the
trips are etched in our minds. We can never forget the beautiful roads,
journeys, wonderful sights, and green fields associated with it. But, it’s been
a while since any of us truly felt the taste of freedom. A road-trip is more
exotic because it lets you breathe in the beauty of the place- the beauty you’d
usually miss out on if you were travelling by any other means.
With our experience
and observation, we have sketched the perfect Surface
tour in Karnataka. The state has a lot to offer.
It is a beautiful amalgamation of hills, seas, beaches, temples, history,
archaeology, caves, and old cities. Apart from being historically rich, it has
5 National Parks and over 25 wildlife sanctuaries of which Bandipur and
Nagarhole national parks are most famous. Bengaluru, the capital of the state,
and the “Silicon Valley of India” draws millions every year.
Let’s have a look
at our well-planned itinerary that is made specially just for people like you
who won’t settle for less. You get to visit all of the places and experience
everything there that one cherish from the tour!
Top
Attractions Covered
Lalbagh, Cubbon
Park, Mysore Palace, Mysore zoo, Sri Ranganatha Swamy temple, Shri Nandi
temple, Chamundeshwari temple, Raja’s seat, Dubare, Talakaveri, Mangalore
Beach, Murudeshwar, Jog falls, Yana caves, Badami, Pattadakal, Hampi, Belur,
Halebidu, Saravanabelagola.
Day 1- Arrival Bangalore
Pleasant weather,
lakes, and innumerable parks make up the ‘Garden City’ of Bangalore. The city
has grown much more in the past few years and is now the Silicon Valley of
India with all the IT companies and industries flocking here. Other than that,
the city reeks of excitement and is filled with shopping streets, cafes, street
foods, and even five-star hotels. This is the best city to start our road
trip in Karnataka from. Very few cities in
India are as vibrant as Bangalore.
Cubbon Park and Lal
Bagh are two of the most famous gardens where you can take a stroll if you want
to get away from city life for a few hours.
Day 2- Drive to Mysore
Mysore which is
rightfully known as the City of Palaces will win your heart right away! A city
so rich in ancient heritage, with royal palaces reeking of grandeur, and
sparkling architecture- Mysore is a true gem. The Mysore Royal Palace also
happens to be a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 3- Explore Mysore
On this day, we
will be exploring the true beauty of Mysore on this road
trip in Karnataka. The opulent Indo-Saracenic
architecture, intricate detailing, and royalty of Mysore is what draws
thousands of visitors every year. The Mysore Palace is a rare beauty with huge
rooms, paintings, art, lights, and rich colours. On every Sunday, and during
the Dussehra celebrations, the palace is spectacularly lit up once dusk falls.
Day 4- Drive to Coorg
If you are a nature
lover, then Coorg is where you should be on this Surface
tour in Karnataka. This is nestled amid the
mountains, with mist covering its green landscapes. It is famous for its coffee
plantations. Tourists like to visit this place for its nature and warm
hospitality. The Kodavas, a local clan specializing in martial arts, are
especially notable for their keen hospitality.
Day 5- Explore Coorg
The picturesque
landscape, misty lush green forests, coffee, and different spice plantations,
and the mesmerizing weather make Coorg a perfect hill station on this Surface
tour in Karnataka. The sceneries are quite
exotic and are bound to take your breath away for good.
Day 6 - Drive to Mangalore
Mangalore is
perfectly sandwiched between the beautiful hills of Western Ghats and the
Arabian Sea. It is slowly gaining a lot of attention and is on its way to
commercialization. But, you can find calm in its city life. Shopping and trying
out Mangalorean food is a must.
The Kudroli Temple,
Mangaladevi temple, Someshwara beach, Panambur beach, Tannirbavi Beach, and Pilikula
Nisargadhama are some of the Mangalorean attractions you must check out on
this Surface tour in Karnataka depending upon the arrival time.
Day 7 - Drive along the West Coast, visit Murudeshwar
halt at Honnavar
Murudeshwar is home
to the second tallest statue of Lord Shiva (123 ft) in the world. The location
of this statue is beyond exquisite. It has got the Arabian sea shimmering on
its three sides, while the fourth one is surrounded by the lovely Western
Ghats. Murudeshwar temple, Netrani Island, and fort are also the most visited
spots, captivating with their rustic charm and beauty. Honnavar is a quaint
little coastal town on this Surface tour in
Karnataka.
Day 8- Honnavar- Jog falls – Yana Caves and halt at
Kumta
The second-highest
plunge waterfall in India, Jog Falls attracts thousands of tourists on
this Surface tour in Karnataka. Jog Falls is a 2 hours drive from Shimoga city. It is a seasonal
waterfall, and can be divided into four segments- Raja, Roarer, Rocket, and
Rani.
In the Sahyadri Hills
of North Karnataka, Yana is a hidden gem of a hill station that allures
trekkers to its path. Yana caves are famous as a centre of adventure that lures
out adventurous souls. The Bhairaveshwara Peak and Mohini Peak are said to hold
religious importance representing Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati respectively.
Day 9- Kumta – Drive to Badami
What’s attractive
on this Surface tour in Karnataka is the splendid drive from Kumta to Badami. The beauty of a mere
260-kilometre drive cannot be put in simple words. It goes around the winding
roads of the Western Ghats. The lush green forests on the hills and the blue
skies combine to make it a memorable one. The drive is like a breath of fresh
air that will wash away your worries.
Day 10 - Explore Badami
Badami is
especially for history and archaeology lovers. If you want to dive deep back in
age, Badami is a place to check out on this Surface
tour in Karnataka. The Agasthya Lake, rugged
terrain, sandstones draw tourists to this quiet little place. Badami is part of
the UNESCO World Heritage Sites that constitute Aihole-Badami-Pattadakal.
Day 11- Badami – Patadakkal – Hampi
Patadakkal is
another of those mesmerizing temple towns. The temples date more than a
thousand years, and the architecture is still standing magnificently. It is a
complex of 7th and 8th century CE Hindu and Jain temples.
UNESCO has
described Pattadakal as “a harmonious blend of architectural forms from
northern and southern India” and an illustration of “eclectic art” at its
height
Day 12- Explore Hampi
Hampi, the city of
ruins, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On this Surface
tour in Karnataka, there are a lot of things to
see. And, Hampi is a prime place of importance. This place is a historical
delight for travelers.
Hampi was the
capital of the Vijayanagar empire around 1500 AD, and by some accounts, the
second-largest city in the world at that time. You can still see the ruins
around the Tungabhadra river. Famous for its massive, beautifully carved
temples, especially the Virupaksha Temple, dedicated to the patron deity of the
empire.
Day 13 – Hampi – Belur (Explore Belur/Halebidu)
Nestled on the
banks of River Yagachi in the Hassan District of Karnataka, the town of Belur
along with its twin town of Halebid. The temples, art, and architecture of this
city show the ancient engineering skills to its core. Belur is mainly known for
its prime attraction, the Chennakesava Temple.
Halebid is a city
adorned with a beautiful collection of temples, shrines, and sculptures. Indian
architecture is at its finest in this city. Halebid can be a great showcase of
culture, architecture, and imprints of certain significant events of the past.
Halebid was the imperial capital of the great Hoysala Empire during the 12th
and 13th centuries. This city is like taking a step back in the history of time
during this Surface tour in Karnataka.
Known as the
‘jewels of the Indian cultural heritage’ Belur and Halebid are adorned with the
legacy of rich past and culture waiting for you to explore on this Surface
tour in Karnataka.
Day 14 – Belur – Saravanabelagola – Bangalore
Shravanabelagola is
an important Jain pilgrimage centre on this Surface
tour in Karnataka with a 57 m tall
monolithic sculpture of Lord Gomateswara called the Bahubali statue. It takes a
full day to visit all the monuments. Every 12 years, Mahamasthabhisheka of Lord
Bahubali is performed as a part of Jain culture.
Day 15 – Bangalore – Late night fly out with sweet
memories
That brings us to
the end of our phenomenal Surface tour in
Karnataka. The trip covers the entire state and leaves no place to
be explored.
Inclusions :
Your domestic flight ticekts
Meal – breakfast, lunch and dinner, tea
and two water bottle per day
Vehicle, fuel, and toll
Back up a team with a crew vehicle
equipped with GPS, emergency food supplies, and first aid kit
Route planning and all entry tickets
for travelers at the monuments.
Local guidance from experts
Private airport transfers
4 Travelers in a SUV
Activities and visits to make the
experience truly memorable
Package Exclusions :
Your international flight ticket
Alcoholic beverages
Insurance and documentation cost such
as travel insurance, visa applications, etc
Any cost arising out of unforeseen
circumstances like ill-health etc
Additional accommodation charges due to
unforeseen delays in the journey
Any hotel, subsistence, or other cost
incurred prior to the official start date of an expedition and after the
official end date of the expedition
GST 5 %
Meals and drinks not mentioned
Services which are not mentioned above
in the inclusion part
Date - Customizable
Distance - 2300 KM
Duration - 15 Days/14 Nights
Cost - INR 1,45,500/ per person + Gst 5
%
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