Day 01 Arrival Bangalore (By Flight) / Bangalore – Mysore (184 km/ 04 hrs)
Arrival in Bangalore. On your drive to Mysore enjoy the rich scenic beauty and the breathtaking lush green surroundings for their calming effect. On arrival, check-in at one of our listed hotels in Mysore. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 02 Mysore
After breakfast, proceed to a city tour of Mysore. Stop midway to visit Srirangapatna and the Kesava temple at Somnathpur. The city is a house for some of the most spectacular monuments. After lunch, full day at Leisure. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03 Mysore
After breakfast, proceed to visit the major attractions of Mysore covering the Golden Royal Elephant,the Mysore Palace, Chamundeshwari temple, Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Zoo and the Durbar hall. Also visit the St. Philomenas Church, built in the Gothic style and is one of the largest churches of the country. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 04 Mysore – Chikmagalur (By Road) (176 kms / 03 hrs 46 min appx.)
After breakfast, proceed 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, get accommodated at one of our listed hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 05 Chikmagalur
After breakfast, proceed to explore Chikmagalur city. It was in Chikmagalur that coffee was first cultivated in India. Enjoy the breathtaking views and unpolluted ambiance of the town which makes it haven for the travelers. Visit the lush green coffee plantation hills. Also visit Horanadu and Baha Budan Giri the major tourist attractions of Chikmagalur. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 06 Chikmangalur – Hospet (By Road) (281 kms / 06 hrs appx)
After breakfast, proceed to hospet. Hospet makes for an appropriate base camp as it offers a wide range of hotel options. After accommodating at one of your listed hotel, 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 at Hotel.
Day 07 Hospet – Hampi (By Road) (12 kms / 26 min appx.)
After breakfast, proceed to Hampi, the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hampi the charismatic ruined state attracts thousands every year. On reaching Hampi, check-in at one of our listed hotels. After resting for a while, set out to explore Hampi, dotted with large number of monuments featuring beautiful temples, remains of aquatic structures, royal platforms, treasury buildings, ancient market streets, royal pavilions, bastions etc. It continues to be an important religious centre, housing the Virupaksha temple, as well as several other monuments belonging to the old city. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 08 Hampi – Hospet (By Road) (12 kms / 26 min appx.)
After breakfast, proceed to hospet. On arrival at Hospet, check-in at one of our listed hotel. Day is to be spent at leisure. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 09 Hospet – Badami (By Road) (129 kms / 02 hrs 39 min appx.)
After breakfast, proceed to visit Badami. Badami was the royal capital of Chalukyas. The city is the house for large number of cave temples, entryways, fortresses and carvings. After reaching Badami check-in at one of your listed hotel. Relax for sometime in the cozy comfort of its room. After lunch embark on a sightseeing tour of Badami. The attraction scheduled for the day includes Badami Fort, Open Air Museum and the Cave temples. The Badami cave temples are a complex of temples, considered the finest example of Indian rock-cut architecture, especially Badami Chalukya Architecture. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 Badami
After breakfast, proceed to explore the remarkable temples at Aihole and Pattadakal. Aihole is considered to be the birthplace of Hindu stone architecture. The distinctive characteristics to watch for in Aihole are the Western Chalukyan architecture including mortar less fabrication with stress on length and not on width or height. Roofs are flat with richly cut up ceilings. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11 Badami – Goa (By Flight)
After breakfast, proceed to Goa, meet your representative who’ll escort you to one of our listed hotel. Check-in at the hotel. After resting for a while in your hotel room, set out to explore this attractive beach destination. This tiny state situated on the western coastal region of the Indian Peninsula, is blessed in terms of topographical beauty. Later in the day proceed to visit the old Goa, housing large number of Churches built by the Portuguese. Some of the major churches to visit include the Chapel of St Francis Xavier, the Church of St Francis of Assissi and the Basilica of Bom Jesus. In the evening enjoy the boat cruise on Mandovi River. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 12 Goa
After breakfast, proceed to Dona Paula beach. On this beach relax and indulge sunbathes. Enjoy stunning water views from all the sides. You may also enjoy para-sailing, toboggan ski biscuit, yachting, sport fishing, swimming, snorkeling and harpoon fishing at this beach. Later in the day visit the Arjuna beach and the Calangute beach often called the “Queen of Beaches” as it is the most beautiful beach of Goa. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 13 Goa
After breakfast, proceed to visit the Baga beach that is famous for fishing. Later in the day visit some of the major churches including the Chapel of St Francis Xavier, the Church of St Francis of Assisi and the Basilica of Bom Jesus, situated at a distance of 18 Kms from Panaji. In the evening take a leisurely walk to the traditional markets of Goa to get a glimpse of Goa’s lifestyle and culture at close. Enjoy shopping souvenirs at the Mapusa and Anjuna market. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 14 Goa
After breakfast, proceed to take a tour to South Goa. The major tourist attractions of South Goa include Santa Durga Temple, Mangeshi Temple, Colva Beach etc. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 15 Depart Goa (By Flight)
Departure transfer to onwards destination.
City | Night (s) | 5* Hotels |
Mysore | 03 | Radisson Blu Plaza |
Chikmagalur | 02 | Java Rain Resort |
Hospet | 01 | Shivavilas Palace Heritage Hotel |
Hampi | 01 | Vijayshree Heritage Village |
Hospet | 01 | Shivavilas Palace Heritage Hotel |
Badami | 02 | Hotel Badami Court |
Goa | 04 | Deltin Suites |
– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 14 nights hotel accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Srirangapatna and Kesava temple.
– Golden Royal Elephant, the Mysore Palace, Chamundeshwari temple, Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Zoo and the Durbar hall.
– Horanadu and Baha Budan Giri.
– Badami Fort, Open Air Museum and the Cave temples.
– Arjuna beach, Calangute beach, Santa Durga Temple, Mangeshi Temple and Colva Beach.
– Entrance fees to the monuments.
– Air Ticket for Badami – Goa.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private AC vehicle.
– All taxes.
– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.