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Cultural Karnataka Tour
Cultural Karnataka Tour
Duration: 06Nights / 07Days
Destinations: Goa (Start) - Badami - Hospet - Hassan - Mysore - Bangalore
Day
01: Badami
The representative will meet you at the hotel in Goa and explain the travel
documents.
Drive to Badami - Capital of the ancient South Indian Kingdom of the Chalukyas
after breakfast.
On arrival check in to hotel and proceed for sight seeing of Badami. Badami,
more than anything else, it is known for its rock-cut cave temples. They have
been carved out of the red sandstone hills surrounding Badami. Apart from rock-cut
temples, the town also has some other temples and a beautiful tank. Finally,
the Badami Fort is a good place to view the entire Badami ruins.
Overnight will be at Hotel in Badami.
Day 02: Badami To Hospet (180 Km / 4 Hrs)
Check out after early breakfast from the hotel.
Proceed for sight seeing of 'AIHOLE & PATTADAKAL'.
'Pattadakal' was the second capital of the mighty Chalukyans and a place that
hosted important state functions of the time. It is also a centre of Chalukyan
architectural extravaganza. There are many temples here, mostly dating back
to 6th and 7th centuries AD. 'Aihole' completes the third dimension of Chalukyan
architectural centers. This place had an important position during the rule
of the Chalukyas. There are a number of richly carved Hindu temples constructed
in the 6th and 7th centuries. The small museum run by the archaeological department
that showcases objects found in Aihole, mostly of the Chalukyan era is worth
a visit too. Later drive to reach Hospet. On arrival check-in to the hotel and
after refreshment we proceed for the sightseeing of Daroji bear sanctuary -
only special Sanctuary in India for Bears.
A short drive of 20 km will reach you to this sanctuary where you drive though
the Shrubby forest looking out for Bears. You also have a great chance to view
the bears from the view-point at a good height.
If you are lucky it's the best place to see & enjoy the activities of bears
in wild (untamed)
Overnight will be at Hotel in Hospet.
Day 03: In Hospet
(Excursion to Hampi / Lunch under the Mango Tree)
Breakfast will be at the hotel.
Start the day excursion to HAMPI.
HAMPI, the seat of the famed VIJAYANAGARA Empire was the capital of the largest
empire in post-mogul India, covering several states. The empire reigned supreme
under Krishnadevaraya, the Emperor. The Vijayanagara Empire stretched over at
least three states - Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh. Although in
ruins today, this capital city once boasted riches known far beyond the shores
of India. The ruins of Hampi of the 14th Century lie scattered in about 26 sq.
km area, amidst giant boulders and vegetation and silently narrate the story
of grandeur splendour and fabulous wealth.
Every rock, every path and every monument at Hampi speaks the same language;
a language of glory and beauty.
In the afternoon enjoy you lunch at a specialty restaurant "Under the Mango
Tree" Restaurant - The small sign tacked to a tree is the only indication
that the narrow path through a banana plantation leads to a lovely outdoor restaurant.
The best thing about the Mango Tree is the surroundings: on a packed-earth bank
under a giant mango tree (with a swing!), looking out over the Tungabhadra River.
Later return to hotel. Overnight will be at Hotel in Hospet.
Day 04: Hospet To Hassan (340 Km / 7.5 Hrs)
After early breakfast drive to Hassan, enroute visit the famous Hoysala temples
of "Belur & Halebid".
The 12th century temples of Belur and Halebid stands the most beautiful for
its most beautiful sculptures when compared to any other temples in south India.
Typically these temples are squat & star shaped. Its outstanding sculptures
all over the walls and pillars state the stories from the old epics of Ramayana,
Mahabharatha & Bhagavath Geetha enabling to know of Hindu culture. It also
describes the story of the rulers of Karnataka and their interest in dance and
music.
Later drive to reach HASSAN. Check in and rest as this would be a long day.
Overnight will be at Hotel in Hassan.
Day 05: Hassan To Mysore via Sravanbelagola (140 Km / 3 Hrs)
Check out from the hotel after breakfast and drive to Mysore.
Enroute visit Saravanabelagola, the famous Jain pilgrim center & one of
the oldest in India. The place is known as one of the greatest monuments of
Jain art. The collosul statue of Gomateswara with a height of 57 feet is situated
on the summit of Indragiri hill. It is one of the two giant sculptures in the
world, after the Collosus Ramses II in Egypt. After visiting in here we drive
further to reach the hotel at "Mysore" - the palace city of South
India.
On arrival at Mysore check in to hotel and Later proceed for sight seeing tour
of Mysore.
Visit the Maharaja's Palace built as recently as 1897, which is one of the biggest
in India; St Philomena's Church etc; Sri Jauyachamarajendra Art Gallery housed
in the Jagmohan Palace, which has a collection of exquisite paintings.
In the evening visit the Chamundi hill temple and Bull temple.
Overnight will be at Hotel in Mysore.
Day 06: In Mysore
Sight seeing of Somnathpur & Srirengapatnam
Morning after breakfast, drive to Somnathpur - a tiny village on the banks of
the Kaveri. Here in this everlasting rural stillness, like a milestone to eternity,
stood one of the last and the grandest of Hoysala monuments - the Kesava Temple
built 740 years ago.
Later return to Srirengapatnam - a place with Ancient history is an Island fortress.
We visit Tippu's Summer Palace & the Fort. Later drive to Ranganathittu
Bird Sanctuary - on one of the three islands in the Cauvery River.
It's a good place to see Storks, Ibis, Egrets, Darters, Spoonbills and Cormorants
round the year. Return to hotel late afternoon and leisure. Overnight will be
at Hotel in Mysore.
Day 07: Bangalore - Next Destination (130 Km / 3 Hrs)
Check out from Hotel and drive to Bangalore. The tour ends today with a transfer
to Bangalore airport for onward flight.
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