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The Ancient Tour of Karnataka with Goa

Duration:

14 Nights / 15 Days

Destination:

Mumbai – Mysore – Chikmangalur – Hospet – Hampi – Hospet – Badami – Goa

Introduction
Karnataka, the land of history, culture and traditions along with that it is also having the natural beauty of the beaches and mist covered hilly heights. It was the home of some of India's largest and most powerful dynasties, the state has across the centuries. ‘The Ancient Tour of Karnataka with Goa’ is well designed itinerary which give you the chance to explore some of the most popular destinations of Karnataka such as Mysore, Chikmangalur, Hospet, Hampi, Badami. You will feel the real essence of the glorious history of the region while exploring the various monuments and places of these places. 
 
During this tour you will also get the chance to explore the exotic beaches of Goa which is one of the most popular beach destination located in the West India region of the Konkan. This beautiful city is surrounded with palms, white sands and sparkling waters, which makes this place as a haven. You will explore the colonial charm here. Apart from this you will also get an opportunity to explore the major attractions of Mumbai as well.
 
It is the complete your, where you can explore the history, culture, nature and beaches as well which give you the complete vacation for you and your family.  The duration of the package is 14 nights and 15 days, covering the destinations such Mumbai, Mysore, Chikmangalur,Hospet, Hampi, Hospet, Badami and Goa.
 
Tour Highlights
  • Visit Srirangapatna, explore ruins of Tipu's Palace and Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Mysore including Golden Royal Elephant, Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Zoo and the Durbar Hall
  • Visit the Maharaja Palace and Nandi or Bull temple at the Chamundi Hills, St. Philomena's Church and Mysore Zoo
  • Visit the Jain pilgrimage sites at Shravanbelagola
  • Explore Chikmagalur visit Horanadu and Baha Budan Giri the major tourist attractions of Chikmagalur
  • Visit Tungabhadra Dam Royal Place, Lotus Mahal, Vittala Temple, the Archaeological Museum and Anantashayana Temple
  • Explore the remains of the kingdom that include Virupaksha Temple, Uddana Veerabhadra Temple etc.
  • Explore the surroundings that will include cave temples, gateways, forts, inscriptions and sculptures
  • Explore Pattadakal and Aihole Temples - UNSECO world heritage sites
  • Visit Basilica of Bom Jesus, Chapel of St. Catherine and Church of St. Francis of Assisi
  • Explore Aguada Fort, Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary as well as Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Explore South Goa include Santa Durga Temple, Mangeshi Temple, Colva Beach etc
 
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Mumbai

Rest day is free at leisure Upon arrival in Mumbai, meet our representative, after welcome proceed to the hotel. Mumbai is one of the 6th largest and populated Megacity of the world which is known as the financial, commercial and entertainment capital of India. The city is renowned for its vibrant lifestyle, which conceded as the city that never sleeps. Check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. In the evening visit Juhu and Chowpatty Beaches and enjoy the beach. Overnight in Mumbai.

Day 2

Mumbai – Mysore (By Flight)

Visit Srirangapatna, explore ruins of Tipu's Palace and Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Mysore including Golden Royal Elephant, Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Zoo and the Durbar Hall Next morning post breakfast, transfer to Mumbai airport to board a flight to Bangalore. Upon reaching Bangalore airport, drive straight to Mysore. On the way visit Srirangapatna- the capital of Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan. Visit Tipu's Palace that is now in ruins, Gumbaz- the burial chamber of Tipu Sultan, his father Haider Ali and mother Fatima Begum and lastly, Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, known as Dariya Daulat Palace. Once reach Mysore, check-in to your pre-booked hotel. Take rest for a while. Post lunch enjoy a sightseeing tour of Mysore including Golden Royal Elephant, Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Zoo and the Durbar hall. Have your dinner. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 3

Mysore

Visit the Maharaja Palace and Nandi or Bull temple at the Chamundi Hills, St. Philomena's Church and Mysore Zoo Post breakfast, proceed to visit the Maharaja Palace, also known as Mysore Palace or the Amba Vilas Palace - official residence of Wodeyars, the royal family of Mysore. Afterwards, visit the Nandi or Bull temple at the Chamundi Hills- a temple dedicated to Nandi (Bull), the vehicle of Lord Shiva. The next visit is to St. Philomena's Church – one of the oldest churches in India. Back to Mysore for visiting the Mysore Zoo. Overnight stay in Mysore.

Day 4

Mysore

Day is free at leisure After breakfast, rest day is free at leisure, you can explore the city at your won, and you can roam around the near places or market. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5

Mysore – Chikmagalur (About 176 Kilometres)

Visit the Jain pilgrimage sites at Shravanbelagola Today after having an early breakfast, drive down to Chikmagalur. Stop midway to visit the Jain pilgrimage sites at Shravanbelagola, noted for its 17 meter high statue of Lord Gomateshvara. After the visit, continue your drive to Chikmagalur. As you reach Chikmagalur, check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. Have dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6

Chikmagalur

Explore Chikmagalur visit Horanadu and Baha Budan Giri the major tourist attractions of Chikmagalur Post breakfast take a leisurely walk to explore Chikmagalur city. In is known as the place where the coffee was first cultivated in India. Enjoy the stunning views of the town which makes it haven for the travellers. Visit the lush green coffee plantation hills. Also visit Horanadu and Baha Budan Giri the major tourist attractions of Chikmagalur. Stay the night at the hotel.

Day 7

Chikmangalur – Hospet (About 284 Kilometres)

Visit Tungabhadra Dam Royal Place, Lotus Mahal, Vittala Temple, the Archaeological Museum and Anantashayana Temple After breakfast, proceed to Hospet by road. It is a city in Ballari District, located on the bank of Tungabhadra River, it is one of the most historical place in Karnataka, situated at about 12 Kilometres from Hampi, the World Heritage site consisting of the ruins of the medieval city of Vijayanagara. ritage site consisting of the ruins of the medieval city of Vijayanagara. Check in to the hotel, once you reach Hospet. After freshen up, proceed to visit the popular Tungabhadra Dam. Later in the day, visit the major tourist attraction of Hospet covering Royal Place, Lotus Mahal, Vittala temple and the Archaeological Museum. In the evening you may visit Anantashayana temple, located at the eastern fringe of Hospet. Overnight in Hospet.

Day 8

Hospet – Hampi (About 12 Kilometres)

Explore the remains of the kingdom that include Virupaksha Temple, Uddana Veerabhadra Temple etc. Post breakfast begin your one hour drive towards Hampi, situated within the ruins of the Vijayanagara Empire. This UNESCO world heritage site is the remains of the largest empire in India’s history. Upon arrival at Hampi, check in to the hotel, then proceed to explore the remains of the kingdom that include Virupaksha Temple, Uddana Veerabhadra temple etc. Stay the night at hotel to enjoy a sumptuous dinner and overnight stay.

Day 9

Hampi – Hospet (About 12 Kilometres)

Day is free at leisure Today after breakfast, return to Hospet by road. On arrival at Hospet, check-in at your pre booked hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. Have your dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10

Hospet - Badami (About 146 Kilometres)

Explore the surroundings that will include cave temples, gateways, forts, inscriptions and sculptures Have your breakfast and leave for Badami. Now an obscure village, Badami was once a glorious city, earlier known as Vatapi, it is well-known for rock cut as well as other structural temples. On arriving, check in at your hotel. Explore the surroundings that will include cave temples, gateways, forts, inscriptions and sculptures. Overnight stay Badami.

Day 11

Badami

Explore Pattadakal and Aihole Temples - UNSECO world heritage sites Today after having the breakfast, proceed to Pattadakal and Aihole Temples. Both these complexes house a number of ancient temples and are UNSECO world heritage sites as well. The temples here are a mix of Dravidian, Northern and Indo-Aryan architecture. After visiting the temples of the both places, return back to Badami Overnight stay in Badami.

Day 12

Badami – Goa (By flight)

Visit Basilica of Bom Jesus, Chapel of St. Catherine and Church of St. Francis of Assisi. Post breakfast, transfer to airport to board a flight to Goa. It is one of the most popular beach destination located in the West India region of the Konkan. Upon arrival at Goa, check into the hotel, after freshen up, and proceed for sightseeing tour of Goa. You will cover the major attractions of Goa which cover today are Basilica of Bom Jesus, Chapel of St. Catherine and Church of St. Francis of Assisi. Do not miss the seafood and the local Goan delicacies. Overnight stay in Goa.

Day 13

Goa

Explore Aguada Fort, Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary as well as Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary Today after breakfast, proceed for sightseeing of Goa including Aguada Fort, Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary as well as Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary. Explore the wildlife of the region. Back to the hotel for night stay.

Day 14

Goa

Explore South Goa include Santa Durga Temple, Mangeshi Temple, Colva Beach, etc. Post breakfast proceed for tour to South Goa. Here explore the major tourist attractions of South Goa include Santa Durga Temple, Mangeshi Temple, Colva Beach etc. In the evening return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 15

Goa – Mumbai (By Flight)

Today is the last day of the tour, after breakfast, get transferred to the Goa airport to board a flight for your onward journey. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.

Inclusions
  • Accommodation for 09 Nights on twin / double sharing basis.
  • Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels.
  • Transportation by private air-conditioned car with driver for all arrivals, Departures, sightseeing and inter-city drives as per the itinerary.
  • Services of English speaking guide at the major destinations.
  • Services of Trip India Representative on all arrivals and departures.
  • Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge
  • All presently applicable luxury taxes.
Exclusions
  • Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
  • Items of personal nature like drinks on table, laundry, telephone bills etc.
  • Meals other than mentioned above.
  • Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare / train ticket
  • Still Camera or video charges levied by some monuments.
  • Any other shopping and personal purchase.
  • Medical Requirements on request.
  • Service Tax as per government.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.

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