Day 02: Mumbai
This morning after breakfast proceed on a full day city tour of Mumbai. You will visit the Juhu beach, Gateway of India, Elephanta caves. In the evening make your way through the various sets of a typical film studio. From a place to the village square. See men with cameras mounted on cranes shooting sequences, inviting your tour of Film city's electrifying
ambience while dining on delicacies that are no less interesting than the 'masala' (spice ) of Indian movies. Overnight: Hotel
Day 03: Mumbai - Goa (By flight)
This morning after breakfast transfer to airport to catch flight for Goa. Upon arrival at Goa check into your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight: Hotel
Day 04: Goa
Explore the North Goa & South Goa. Visit Fishing village : Fishing villages are part of Goa's rich cultural heritage. Local Goan fishing village is created on the grounds of the hotel, forming a perfect backdrop for a charming evening in a very rustic atmosphere. Artisans display their skills whilst the village dancers whirl to the music of a local band.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 05: Goa
This morning free to relax on Beach In the evening sightseeing of Old Goa and Panjim. Enjoy Sea food Bar-be-cue on the beach - Dine under a starlit sky on succulent lobsters, jumbo prawns and other local seafood delicacies which form part of a delightful bar-be-cue set up on a lovely stretch of the Goan beach. Guests may also cook their own food on skewers over
a camp fire. A local musician captures the magic of the moment on his guitar strings. Overnight: Hotel
Day 06: Goa- Belgaum- Badami
After the breakfast in Goa, you will be driven to Badami. Enroute visit Belgaum., Belgaum presents a total picture of contrasts. On one side is the old town area and the other side is the modern area. In the heart of Belgaum, lies the Fort. Inside it are most famous Kamala Bastes, the Jain Temple and the Jama Masjid. You will also visit the Kapileshwar Temple and the Ananthashayana.On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight: Hotel
Day 07: Badami
After breakfast proceed on a city tour of Badami. It is said that if you want to believe Badami, you will have to see it. Badami provides the perfect setting for art and history lovers. At Badami you will find the Rock-cut cave Temples, Gateways, Forts, Inscriptions and much more. Climb a flight of steps to reach the ancient caves - all hewn out of sand stone on the rock face of a hill. The Bhutanatha temple is also a must see. The lake beneath the temple is also named after it. It is said to have healing properties. In Badami, you can also see eighteen inscriptions, belonging to the period between the 06th and 09th centuries. Overnight: Hotel
Day 08: Badami - Aihole - Pattadakal - Hospet
Today get ready to explore a few places with great past. The places in itinerary are Aihole, Pattadakal, and Hospet. Set out for Hospet, visiting Aihole and Pattadakal enroute. Aihole is famous as the "cradle of the Indian Architecture". Pattadakal is situated on the left bank of the Malaprabha River. Pattadakal is a world heritage centre and has 10 major temples representing early Chalukyan architecture. Upon arrival at Hospet you will be transferred to hotel.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 09: Hospet
In the morning, begin the journey of exploring the beautiful world of Hospet. Hospet is important for its proximity to Hampi, the site of the medieval Vijaynagar Empire, (13 km). Hampi is the most important reminiscent of all the ruins in Karnataka. Overnight: Hotel
Day 10: Hospet- Hassan
Have your breakfast and head towards Hassan. Set and refresh into hotel. Thereafter you will be taken on an excursion tour to Belur and Halebid, a beautiful exponent of Hoyasala architecture. The most famous of them is the Chennakeshava Temple. This temple took 103 years to complete. The temples of Halebid bear silent testimony to the rich, cultural heritage
of Karnataka. Overnight: Hotel
Day 11: Hassan - Shravanbelagola - Hassan
On the eleventh day of the tour get ready to see the splendor of Shravanbelagola (51 km south- east of Hassan), one of the most important Jain Pilgrim centers in India. At Shravanbelagola, you will see the 17m high monolith of Lord Gomatesvara. It is the world's tallest monolithic statue. Rest of the day you will remain free to explore the surroundings.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 12: Hassan- Madikeri
On the twelveth day of the tour, discover the "Scotland of India". Yes, Madikeri is called the "Scotland of India". On arrival locate yourself in the hotel, refresh and later proceed to visit Madikeri Fort, Abbey Falls, Nisargadhama - Known for its calm and serene beauty. This place is an ideal picnic spot for tourists throughout the year. Overnight: Hotel
Day 13: Madikeri- Mysore
After having breakfast, set out for the exclusive locales of Mysore. On arrival, check in into hotel, refresh yourself and begin the excursion. The places to be covered are the Mysore Palace and Chamundi hills (Towering over the city, these hills are 13 km away from Mysore). Halfway up is the Nandi bull, a 4.8m monolith. The Brindavan Garden is anther site to be
explored- the musical fountains and colorful lights transform this place into a fairy land. Spend your night at hotel.
Day 14: Mysore
In the morning get ready to explore Sri Jauyachamarajendra Art Gallery - Housed in the Jag Mohan Palace, the gallery has a collection of exquisite paintings. A visit to the Somnathpur village is arranged in the afternoon. The little village houses a 13th century temple, well known for its great architectural beauty. The star shaped temple with three shrines is the latest
and well preserved heritage of Hoyasala architecture. Overnight: Hotel
Day 15: Mysore- Srirangapatnam- Bangalore
Today you are free to explore the beautiful surroundings. In the afternoon, you are driven to Bangalore via Srirangapatnam, the capital of the warrior King, Hyder Ali & his son Tipu Sultan. Srirangapatnam has magnificent monuments that are a treat to watch. Upon arrival at Bangalore check into your hotel. Overnight: Hotel
Day 16: Bangalore - Mumbai
Explore the splendor of the garden city of India, Bangalore. The excursion includes the Vidhan Saubha (State's Legislature and Secretariat), Nandi Temple (One of the oldest temples, popularly known as the Bull temple) and many other destinations. In the evening take your flight to Bombay (Mumbai). Arrival follows transfer to hotel where we will be holding the rooms for wash and change. After the dinner, depart for the international airport to take the flight back home with sweet and unforgettable memories of "Beach Holidays In India". |
