India Tour: Karnataka & Goa

Karnataka is a beautiful South Indian state with several attractions drawing the senses of tourists from all around the planet. From magnificent historical buildings to insignias to which nature can show its extent of beauty, Karnataka is an empyrean for all sorts of travelers. Goa is a state of sun, sand and sea. Known for its beaches and water sports, Goa also boasts the reminiscences of Portugal architecture and rule. Mingling a Goa trip with Karnataka is a smart and great travel idea.

This 12 Nights and 13 Days itinerary is a travel plan that comprises visiting the best of Karnataka attractions along with basking in the midst of natural beauty in Goa. The major destinations covered in this tour package are Bangalore, Mysore, Madikeri, Hassan, Shravanabelagola, Hampi, Pattadakal, Aihole, Badami and Goa.

Major highlights of the trip are exploring primordial historical structures in Mysore and viewing the nature bounty at its best in Goa.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

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All Inclusive Tour – Hotels / Transport / Guides / Monument Fees/ Domestic Flights
Visit Srirangapatna, the sacred city of Lord Vishnu
Witness Mysore Palace, the residence of the Maharajas
Pay a visit to the Sravanabelagola, one of the most ancient Jainist pilgrimage centers in India
Witness the beautiful scenic beauty at Hampi
Relax and enjoy leisure activities in Goa

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Trip summary

Travel style Tailor-made travel
Departure Bangalore
End Goa
Countries
- India
City
- Bangalore
- Mysore
- Hassan
- Hampi
- Badami
- Goa
Theme Family
Accommodation Standard
Flight Excluded
Guide Included

The tour has met our highest standards

Detailed itinerary

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1
Arrival In Bangalore
Day 1 Transfer by car
Arrival in Bangalore and after custom formalities at the airport meet with our representative and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation in the reserved room, check in and overnight.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Transport, Local Assistance
Visited places:
- Bangalore
Accommodation offered:
2
Bangalore - Srirangapatna - Krishnasagar Dam - Mysore (170 Km - 4 Hrs Approx)
Day 2 Transfer by car
Transfer by land to Mysore with a stop in Srirangapatna, the sacred city of Lord Vishnu, and visit the Sri Ranganathaswamy temple, at the end visit Brindavan Garden and Krishna Sagar Dam. Continue your journey to Mysore, arrival and check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Dinner, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees
Highlights: Srirangapatna, Brindavan Gardens
Visited places:
- Bangalore
- Mysore
Accommodation offered:
3
Mysore
Day 3 Transfer by car
After breakfast, excursion to Somnathpur and visit of Keshava temple in Somnathpur, built in the thirteenth century in the open countryside, thirty miles from Mysore. The temple is built on a high star-shaped platform with three symmetrical sanctums and has countless statues of Hindu deities, a masterpiece of the Hoysala dynasty.

Afternoon visit to Mysore Palace, residence of the maharajas, built following the destruction of the previous building after a devastating fire. Dinner and overnight in Mysore.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Dinner, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees
Highlights: Somnathpur, Mysore Palace
Visited places:
- Mysore
Accommodation offered:
4
Mysore - Sravanbelagola - Hassan / Chikmagalur (200 Km - 4 Hrs Approx)
Day 4 Transfer by car
After breakfast, departure north to Hassan. Along the way stop in Sravanabelagola, one of the most ancient Jainist pilgrimage centers in India. Ascent of the 614 steps carved into the rock, which lead to the summit of Vindhyagiri Hill, to admire the 17.5 m tall statue. which represents the divinity of Gomateshvara.

Continue to Hassan. Arrival and check in to the hotel. Afternoon dedicated to visiting Belur and Halebid which preserve magnificent Hoysala temples such as the Channekeshava Temple or the Hoysaleshwara Temple. Dinner and overnight in Hassan.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Dinner, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees
Highlights: Sravanabelagola, Temples of Belur and Halebid
Visited places:
- Mysore
- Hassan
Accommodation offered:
5
Hassan / Chikmagalur - Hampi (350 Km - 6-7 Hrs Approx)
Day 5 Transfer by car
Breakfast at the hotel and Transfer to Hosapete. Arrival at Hosapete and start the visit of the fascinating neighbour Hampi at sunset, a scenic beauty that we recommend to everyone. Dinner and overnight in Hosapete.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Dinner, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees
Highlights: Sunset at Hampi
Visited places:
- Hassan
- Hampi
Accommodation offered:
- Clarks Inn (standard)
6
Hampi
Day 6 Transfer by car
Full day visit of Hampi and its ruins: the royal center, the Vittala Temple, the Virupaksha Temple and the countless scattered ruins in and around Hampi that make it one of the most interesting archaeological sites in the whole world. Dinner and overnight in Hampi.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Dinner, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees
Highlights: Archaeological Site of Hampi and temples
Visited places:
- Hampi
Accommodation offered:
- Clarks Inn (standard)
7
Hampi - Badami (150 Km - 3-4 Hrs Approx)
Day 7 Transfer by car
After breakfast in the morning transfer to Badami, once the capital of the Chalukya kingdom, visit its cave temples that surround the village and which testify to its glorious past. Dinner and overnight in Badami.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees
Highlights: Badami Rock Temples
Visited places:
- Hampi
- Badami
Accommodation offered:
- Clarks Inn (standard)
8
Badami
Day 8 Transfer by car
After breakfast, in the morning, visit Badami and its surroundings. Visit Aihole with its Durga Temple and Meguti Temple, and the nearby village of Pattadakal, the second capital of Chalukya which preserves numerous temples. Dinner and overnight in Badami.

Please Note: Not having so much choice for hotels in Badami, we use the best possible solution.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Dinner, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees
Highlights: Aihole and Pattadakal temples
Visited places:
- Badami
Accommodation offered:
- Clarks Inn (standard)
9
Badami - Goa (240 Km - 5 Hrs Approx)
Day 9 Transfer by car
After breakfast, transfer to Goa. Arrival in Goa and visit of the Portuguese colony and its famous churches. Visit the Church of Bom Jesus and Old Goa. Dinner and overnight in Goa.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Dinner, Transport
Highlights: Bom Jesus, Goa Beaches
Visited places:
- Badami
- Goa
Accommodation offered:
10
Goa
Day 10 Transfer by car
Full day free for relaxation or optional activities. Dinner and overnight.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Dinner

Highlights: Relax in Goa
Visited places:
- Goa
Accommodation offered:
11
Goa
Day 11 Transfer by car
Full day free for relaxation or optional activities. Dinner and overnight.

Inclusions : Accommodation, Breakfast, Dinner

Highlights: Relax in Goa
Visited places:
- Goa
Accommodation offered:
12
Goa Airport
Day 12 Transfer by car
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport to take the return flight. No overnight.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Transfer
Visited places:
- Goa

Prices and conditions
Price includes
- Accommodation in pre-selected hotels
- Half board treatment dinner and breakfast.
- Transportation as per itinerary in a private car with driver
- Entrance fees to monuments according to the program
- Local English speaking guide for visits to major tourist destinations and monuments. English speaking tour escort throughout the tour for more than 6 people traveling together.
- Two bottles of water per day per person
- Assistance in all airports
- Government taxes, parking, tolls and driver's expenses.
Price does not include
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
- Everything not mentioned
- Single Room Supplement

The Southern Feast - Karnataka & Goa

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