Day 01: Arrive Mumbai
On your arrival at Mumbai airport, transfer to your hotel for overnight stay.
Mumbai is an industrial metropolis as well as the textile and film capital of the country. It was once a cluster of 7 islands. Bombay was ceded to the Portugese by the local ruler in the 16th Century. Later, it was acquired by the English when it was given as a dowry to King Charles II when he married a Portuguese princess. Today cosmopolitan Bombay is a commercial nerve centre apart from being one of India’s busiest ports.
Day 02: In Mumbai
Morning we take a half-day excursion to the Elephanta Caves.
Elephanta is a 3 Kms long elongated island, consisting of two hills separated by a valley. See Shiva in his three-headed aspect: as Creator (facing right), Protector (the crowned face at the center), and Destroyer (facing left, with serpents for hair). Also visit to Shiva bringing the Ganges River down to Earth.
Afternoon take the Half day tour Mumbai.
Visit the Juhu Beach, Gateway of India, Victoria Terminus, Prince of Wales Museum, Drive past the “Towers of Silence”, Kamla Nehru Park and Hanging Gardens situated on the slope of Malabar Hill offering a panoramic view of Marine Drive and Chowpatty Beach. Drive through local animated Crawford market.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Mumbai – Goa
Next morning you will be transferred to Airport for flight to Goa. On arriving Goa, you shall check-in into the hotel.
The azure seas of the Goa yield a variety of the fresh, tasty seafood and fish. the cultural and historical heritage of Goa, demonstrates a symbiotic relationship between East and the West. The churches, temples and mosques in Goa set an example of religious harmony and secularism before other states in India. Goa remained under Portuguese command for about 450 years. In 1961, Goa became a union territory along with Daman and Diu in India. In 1987, Goa became the 25th state of India. And now it is immensely popular tourist destination.
Afternoon depart for the full day city tour of Goa
Visiting Se Cathedral, St. Catherine's Church and Church of St. Francis Xavier In the former lies the uncorrupted body of St. Francis Xavier in a silver casket and the latter houses 14 magnificent altars and five bells of which one is the famous golden Bell, and famous Basilica of Bom Jesus and The tour continues with a drive to Dona Paula beach, later drive past Miramar Beach and later you will be free at Panjim to explore the local market.
Later pick up and Return to your hotel.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 04: In Goa
Full day you are free for independent activities. Laze on the beach, go for a swim, explore the shops for cashewnuts, buy holiday wear or take an optional tour visiting "Goa of the past" mockup village which portrays Goa what it was 100 years ago.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 05: Goa - Belgaum - Badami (275 Kms/ 06 hrs)
Planning South India tour you will drive to Badami enroute visiting Belgaum - a total picture of contrasts. It blends ancient town planning with modern and contemporary ambience perfectly. On arriving Belgaum you shall visit the Fort. The other must visit spot include Kamala Basti, the Jain Temple & the Jama Masjid, The Kapileshwar Temple, the Ananthashayana.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 06: In Badami
Badami boasts rock-cut cave Temples, Gateways, Forts, Inscriptions, and Sculptures that seem to come alive before your eyes. Badami has to be seen to be believed.
The capital of the Early Chalukyas, Badami is picturesquely nestled at the mouth of a ravine between two rocky hills. Badami is well-known for its four cave temples - all hewn out of sand stone on the precipice of a hill.
The largest and most ornamental is the third cave temple dedicated to Vishnu. Overlooking the cave temples is a reservoir dotted with temples devoted to Vishnu and Shiva.
Climb a flight of steps to reach the ancient caves - all hewn out of sand stone on the precipice of a hill. Also a must see are Bhutanatha temples that lend their names to the lake just beneath the cave temples. Take a dip in this green tranquil river. It is said to have the healing properties. Badami also has the eighteen inscriptions ranging from 06th to 09th century.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 07: Badami - Aihole - Pattadakal - Hospet
Today is your lucky day as you are going to Hospet enroute visiting Aihole and Pattadakal, and for that nothing can be said as everything is self explanatory. Aihole is famous as the "cradle of the Indian Architecture". You will also visit Pattadakal which is situated on the left bank of the Malaprabha River, a world heritage centre, has 10 major temples representing early Chalukyan architecture. After visiting this place you shall proceed toward Hospet.
Spend the night at the hotel.
Day 08: Hospet
Next morning explore the beautiful world of Hospet. This place commands a close proximity to Hampi, the site of the medieval Vijaynagar Empire, (13 kms) is the most evocative of all the ruins in Karnataka. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 09: Hospet - Hassan
Have your breakfast and head towards the destination that has it all. Yes! You guessed it right. We are going to Hassan. Set and refresh into hotel. Take an excursion to Belur & Halebid, a beautiful example of Hoyasala's architecture. Most admired of them is the Chennakeshava Temple which took 103 years to complete. The temples of Halebid bear mute testimony to the rich, cultural heritage of Karnataka.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 10: Hassan - Shravanabelagola - Hassan
Today you will see the splendor of Shravanabelagola. 51 kms south - east of Hassan, one of most important Jain Pilgrim centers. Here is the 17m high monolith of Lord Bahubali - the world's tallest monolithic statue. After visiting this well known place, explore the other tourist attractions of the place. You can also shop for some local handicrafts and items.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 11: Hassan - Madikeri
Today morning we will be going to Madikeri, a place which is called as the "Scotland of India". On arrival set your self in the hotel, refresh yourself and come with us to visit Madikeri Fort, Abbey Falls, and Nisargadhama - Known for its calm, serene beauty, this place is an ideal picnic spot visited by hundreds of tourists throughout the year.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 12: Madikeri - Mysore
Today morning have your breakfast & ride with us to the exclusive locales of Mysore. On arrival, check in into hotel. Refresh yourself and explore Mysore at its best! The must visit place in Mysore includes Mysore Palace, Chamundi hills - Towering over the city; these hills are 13 kms away from Mysore. Halfway up is the Nandi bull, a 4.8m monolith. Brindavan Gardens the musical fountains & colorful lights transform this place into a fairy land.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 13: In Mysore
Get up & get set for your visit to Sri Jauyachamarajendra Art Gallery - Housed in the Jagmohan Palace, the gallery has a collection of exquisite paintings. In the afternoon visit Somnathpur. It is a little village where you can see the famous 13th century temple well known for its great architectural beauty. The star shaped temple with three shrines is the latest & well preserved heritage of hoyasala architecture.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 14: Mysore - Srirangapatnam - Bangalore
Next morning, you are free to explore the beautiful surroundings and check out the local markets. In the afternoon drive down to Bangalore enroute visiting Srirangapatnam. It was the capital city of the warriors like Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan. They had built some grand architectural masterpieces across the cities which are worth visiting.
In the evening proceed for Bangalore and check-in into the hotel and rest for the night at the Bangalore comfy hotel.
Bangalore is a cosmopolitan and modern city, one of the fastest growing in India, attracting industry and commerce. The city founded by a Hola King in sixteenth century and later become the fortress tower of the Tipu Sulatan and finally a British cantonment. Over the past decades Bangalore has become the India’s fastest growing city and the hub for national IT industry. This is the charm of Bangalore along with its pleasant temperate climate, beautiful gardens that are a legacy of the Raj and friendly people.
Day 15: Bangalore - Mumbai
Morning proceed for city tour of Bangalore.
Sightseeing tour of this city of gardens visiting the Cubbon Park spread over 100 acres, and having a variety of flora. During the drive you will view the Maharaja’s Palace, the Indian Institute of Science, the Public Library, the State Government Museum, and Vidhana Soudha, an imposing structure in granite built in the Dravidian style. See the Bull Temple and visit the Mysore Arts and Craft Center.
Later drive to Mysore a distance of 90 Kms En-route stop at Srirangapatnam, once the capital of the Mysore Rajahs, to visit the Fort and Palace.
Late evening depart from the hotel and to be transferred to International airport for flight back home.
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