Karnataka Heritage Circuit (8 Nights, 9 Days)

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Bangalore & Sightseeing

The journey begins with your arrival in Bangalore. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. After checking in, you will embark on a sightseeing tour of some of the city's key attractions.

1. Lal Bagh Botanical Garden: Visit Lal Bagh Botanical Garden, a beautiful and historic garden known for its Glass House and a wide variety of plants.
2. Cubbon Park: Explore Cubbon Park, a sprawling green space in the heart of the city, which is a great place to relax.
3. Vidhana Soudha: You will get a view of Vidhana Soudha, the seat of the state legislature of Karnataka, which is a magnificent building.
4. ISKCON Temple: Visit the ISKCON Temple, a beautiful and modern temple dedicated to Lord Krishna.

Day 2: Bangalore to Coorg via Shravanabelagola

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Bangalore and begin your journey to Coorg. The drive takes approximately 6-7 hours. Along the way, you will make a stop at the famous pilgrim center of Shravanabelagola.

1. Shravanabelagola: Visit the Bahubali Statue at Shravanabelagola, a magnificent 57-foot statue of Lord Gommateshwara, which is a significant Jain pilgrimage site.
2. Coorg: Upon arrival in Coorg, you will check into your hotel and have the rest of the day to relax.

Day 3: Coorg Sightseeing

Today is dedicated to exploring the beautiful landscapes and attractions of Coorg, also known as the "Scotland of India."

1. Abbey Falls: Visit Abbey Falls, a beautiful waterfall located amidst coffee plantations.
2. Omkareshwara Temple: Visit Omkareshwara Temple, a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its unique blend of Islamic and Gothic architecture.
3. Madikeri Fort: Explore Madikeri Fort, a historical fort that offers a glimpse into the history of the region.
4. Raja's Seat: In the evening, visit Raja's Seat, a beautiful viewpoint that offers a panoramic view of the hills and valleys.

Day 4: Coorg to Ooty

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Coorg and begin your journey to Ooty, the "Queen of Hill Stations." The drive is a long one, approximately 6-7 hours.

1. Ooty: Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and have the rest of the day to relax and prepare for the upcoming tour.

Day 5: Ooty Sightseeing

Today is dedicated to exploring the beautiful hill station of Ooty.

1. Ooty Lake: Enjoy a boat ride at Ooty Lake, a beautiful man-made lake.
2. Doddabetta Peak: Visit Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiri Mountains, which offers a panoramic view of the surrounding hills.
3. Rose Garden: Explore the Government Rose Garden, which has a beautiful collection of roses.
4. Botanical Gardens: Visit the Government Botanical Gardens, a sprawling garden with a variety of exotic and indigenous plants.
5. Tea Factory & Museum: You will also visit a local Tea Factory and Museum to learn about the process of tea making.

Day 6: Ooty to Kodaikanal

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Ooty and begin your long journey to Kodaikanal, the "Princess of Hill Stations." The drive is a very long one, approximately 6-7 hours.

1. Kodaikanal: Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and have the rest of the day to relax.

Day 7: Kodaikanal Sightseeing

Today is dedicated to exploring the beautiful landscapes and attractions of Kodaikanal.

1. Coaker's Walk: Take a leisurely walk along Coaker's Walk, a beautiful paved path that offers a panoramic view of the surrounding hills.
2. Pillar Rocks: Visit Pillar Rocks, a set of three giant rock pillars.
3. Pine Forest: Explore the Pine Forest, a beautiful forest of pine trees.
4. Green Valley View Point: Visit the Green Valley View Point, which offers a stunning view of the Vaigai Dam.
5. Kodaikanal Lake: Enjoy a boat ride or a leisurely walk around the star-shaped Kodaikanal Lake.
6. Bryant Park: Visit Bryant Park, a beautiful botanical garden near the lake.
7. Kurinji Andavar Temple: Visit Kurinji Andavar Temple, a temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, which offers a beautiful view of the Palani Hills.

Day 8: Kodaikanal to Bangalore

1. Today is a very long travel day. You will check out from your hotel in Kodaikanal and begin your journey back to Bangalore. The drive is a very long one, approximately 10-12 hours. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and have the rest of the day to relax and prepare for your departure the next day.

Day 9: Bangalore Departure

1. Your tour of the beautiful landscapes of South India concludes today. After breakfast, you will be transferred from your hotel to Bangalore Airport for your onward journey.

Inclusions

1. Accommodation: 2 nights in Bangalore, 2 nights in Coorg, 2 nights in Ooty, and 2 nights in Kodaikanal.
2. Meals: Daily breakfast is included in your stay.
3. Transportation: All transfers and sightseeing tours are included as per the itinerary in a private vehicle (e.g., sedan, SUV, etc.).
4. Sightseeing: All the mentioned locations in the itinerary are included in the tour plan.

Exclusions

1. Lunch and Dinner: Meals other than breakfast are not included.
2. Entry Fees: Entry tickets, camera fees, or any other charges for monuments, museums, and parks are not included.
3. Personal Expenses: Expenses of a personal nature such as shopping, laundry, tips, and phone calls are not included.
4. Travel Insurance: This package does not include travel insurance.
5. Airfare/Train Tickets: This package does not include airfare or train tickets to and from Bangalore