South India Vacations
Duration :
14 Nights & 15 Days
Destinations :
Bangalore – Mysore – Chikmagalur – Hospet – Hampi – Badami – Goa – Mumbai.
Day 01: Arrival in Bangalore
Arrive this morning in Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka. Bangalore is also described as Garden City of India or Silicon Valley of India or Electronic City. On arrival at Bangalore Airport, Car Rentals in India representative greets and transfers you to the hotel. Freshen up and relax at the hotel. Later proceed to sightseeing tour of Bangalore. Bangalore Sightseeing includes Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Vidhan Soudha, Tipu Sultan Palace, Cubbon Park, High Court, Bull Temple, etc. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 02: Bangalore - Mysore
After hearty breakfast at the drive to a beautiful city – Mysore, popularly described as the “Sandalwood City of India”. On arrival, Car Rentals in India representative transfers you to the hotel. Freshen up and relax at the hotel. Later visit the graceful Mysore Palace. built in indo- Saracenic style of architecture with domes, turrets, arches and colonnades, the palace is bedecked with Hoysala style carvings. Go to the Chamundi Hill to visit Chamundi Devi Temple. In the evening visit colorful Brindavan Gardens. Treat your eyes with musical fountains, colorful lightened fountains, artificial waterfalls, twinkling lights,etc. Enjoy fountain dances to the tune and harmony. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 03: Mysore
Take sumptuous breakfast at the hotel. Take excursion trip to Somnathpur and Srirangapatnam. Somnathpur is famous for the temple of Lord Shiva, exquisitely carved, star-shaped temple with triple towers. Srirangapatnam is the little island fortress of Tipu Sultan, once known as the Tiger of Mysore. In time return back to the hotel at Mysore. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 04: Chikmagalur
After hearty breakfast at the hotel, drive to Chik magalur. Chikmagalur is picturesque place known for healthy and cheerful climate. It has acclaimed monuments and terrific temples all round the region. Situated in the beautiful landscape and fertile valley, it is surrounded by growing lush hills. This beautiful town is perfect base to visit Belur and Halebid temples. Places of tourist interest are the Fort, Ishwara Temple, St Joseph’s Cathedral, Kondandarama Temple, etc. Upon arrival, Car Rentals in India representative transfers you to the hotel. Freshen up and relax at the hotel.
Day 05: Chikmagalur – Excursion to Belur and Halebid
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Take excursion trips to Belur and Halebid to see beautiful temples. Belur is also described as the Dakhshina Varanasi (Varanasi of South India). Halebid is also known as Dwara Samudra. Explore different temples and in time return back to the hotel at Chikmagalur for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 06: Chikmagalur – Hospet
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel and then drive to Hospet. Hospet is an important city in Karnataka. It is also described as the Steel City because of a number of iron and steel industries in the region. The city is also known for historical ruins and temples. Upon arrival at Hospet, Car Rentals in India representative transfers you to the hotel. Later proceed to sightseeing tour of Hospet that covers Virupaksha Temple, Lotus Mahal, Vithala Temple, King's Balance, Tungabhadra Dam, Queen's Bath, etc. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 07: Hospet – Hampi
After hearty breakfast at the hotel, drive to Hampi, a world heritage site. On arrival at Hampi, Car Rentals in India representative transfers you to the hotel. Later proceed for sightseeing tour of Hampi. Explore historical ruins and various ancient temples. Major attractions in Hampi are Achyuta Raya Temple, Shri Vijaya Vitthala Temple, Stone Chariot, Hazari Rama Temple, Shri Virupaksha Temple, Ugra Narasimha, Water Channels, Elephant Stable, Prasanna Virupaksha Temple, Balakrishna Temple, Stepped Tank, Kadalekalu Ganesha Temple, Sasivekalu Ganesha Temple, etc. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 08: Hampi – Badami
After hearty breakfast at the hotel, drive to Badami. It has beautiful cave temples belonging to the golden period of Chalukyan rule. There are 4 cave temples - all carved out of sand stone on the cliff of a hill. The first cave temple has a delicate carving of Nataraja symbolizing 81 poses. The third cave is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is the largest and most ornamental. The fresco paintings in the cave look like those of Ajanta. Overlooking the cave temples is a large tank around which are temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. On arrival at Badami, Car Rentals in India representative transfers you to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 09: Badami – Bijapur – Badami
Full day excursion to Bijapur, known as the City of Victory. It has about 50 mosques, more than 20 tombs and numerous palaces. Visit Gol Gumbaz: The tomb of Mohammed Adil Shah is an astounding engineering feat, being the second largest dome in the world, which is mysteriously unsupported by any pillar. The monument has become memorable for the whispering gallery under the dome, whose acoustics are superb. It carries the faintest whisper around the dome and returns it to the listener nine times.Ibrahim Rouza, Jumma Masjid, Archaeological Museum are the other interests of this town.
Day 10: Badami – Goa
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel and then drive to Goa, known for pristine beaches, terrific churches, temples, etc. On arrival in Goa, you will be transferred to the hotel. Relax at the beaches. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 11 – 12: Goa
Explore beautiful palm fringed beaches like Dona Paula Beach, Miramar Beach, Anjuna Beach, Baga Beach, Colva Beach, Candolim Beach, Palolem Beach, etc. Visit various monuments like churches, colonial homes, temples, mosques, etc. Enjoy beach activities like sunbathing, swimming, water sports, etc. All meals and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 13: Goa – Mumbai
After hearty breakfast at the hotel, fly to Mumbai, the commercial capital of India and the capital of Maharashtra. On arrival in Mumbai, Car Rentals in India representative transfers you to the hotel. Later proceed to Elephanta Caves. Visit Elephanta caves by motor launch. Visit 1200 year old caves dedicated to Lord Shiva. The famous sculpture signifying the Trinity of the Creator, the Preserver and the Destroyer is situated here. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 14: Mumbai
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel and then proceed for sightseeing tour of Mumbai. Mumbai sightseeing tour includes Hanging Gardens, Marine Drive, Prince of Wales Museum, Malabar Hill, Juhu Beach, Choppatyy Beach, Gateway of India, Victoria Terminus, Dhobi Ghat, Marine Drive, Kamala Nehru Park, Mani Bhawan, etc. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 15 : Mumbai – Departure
Have a relaxed breakfast at the hotel. Finish your last minute shopping. Pack your bags and wrap sweet memories of South India Vacations. After a farewell dinner at the hotel, Car Rentals in India representative transfers you to the Mumbai International Airport in time to board flight to your home/onward destination.
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