Day 01 Arrive Bangalore
Arrive at Bangalore International Airport.
Bangalore - – As a
part of your South India travel you will first visit
Bangalore, which is also called the Silicon Valley of
India. It is the principal administrative, cultural,
commercial and industrial centre of the state of
Karnataka. Bangalore enjoys a pleasant and equable
climate throughout the year.
All in all, a lovely city to visit.
Upon clearing Customs and Immigration, you are met by
our representative who will present you with a welcome
pack including all necessary documentation for your
South India travel and arrange for your transfer to your
hotel for check-in.
Afternoon you embark from your hotel for a half-day tour
of Bangalore.
This tour includes a visit to The Bangalore Fort - The
Fort, built in the late 18th century, is noted for its
beautifully carved Islamic-style arches on the gate
walls, and for the well-preserved Ganesha Temple within
its precincts.
The Bull Temple – situated south of Bangalore, is the
Bull Temple, the deity is a massive 15-foot Basava or
bull, which is the vehicle of Lord Shiva. The cause for
wonder about this Nandi is that it has been carved from
a single boulder.
Cubbon Park - planned and laid out in 1864, this
beautiful 300-acre park contains the public library and
the museum.
Lal Bagh - These 240-acre gardens contain the largest
collection of rare tropical and sub-tropical plants with
many awesome century-old trees. Fountains, terraces,
lotus pools, rose gardens and a deer park surround the
magnificent glass house built in 1840, on the lines of
London's Crystal Palace.
Vidhana Soudha - Bangalore’s most majestic looking
landmark, with a total plinth area of over 5, 00,000 sq.
ft is built in a neo-Dravidian style. It houses the
Secretariat, the State legislature and several other
Government offices.
Evening at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 Bangalore –
Nagarhole National Park By Road ( Approx 220 Kms/05
Hours)
Nagarhole National Park - recently renamed as Rajiv
Gandhi National Park after the late Prime Minister of
India, this enchanting 641 sq km park in Karnataka has
an amazing profusion of wildlife. It is the best park
for viewing wild elephants, often in their family
groups. It houses a variety of animals including large
mammals such as tiger, leopard, wild elephant, dhole
(Indian wild dog and gaur (Indian bison) along with
approximately 250 species of birds more common ospreys,
herons and ducks. The landscape is one of gentle slopes
and shallow valleys. There are grassy swamps where the
soil is clayey, perennially moist, and which support a
luxuriant growth of green grass all year. The change in
terrain throughout the park in refreshing and the river
system provides a unique wildlife viewing experience.
Overall, it has an astonishing abundance of wildlife
along with excellent facilities for viewing them.
Upon arrival check-in to the hotel. Afternoon you embark
from your hotel for game safari at Nagarhole National
Park. Safaris in Nagarhole are organized in jeeps and
also on elephant back. Local guides and naturalists are
at hand to enhance the experience. Overnight in
Nagarhole.
Day 03 In Nagarhole
Early morning & evening game safaris into the Nagarhole
National Park.
Overnight in Nagarhole.
Day 04 Nagarhole – Bandipur
By Road ( Approx 170 Kms /04 Hours )
Early morning game safari at Nagarhole National Park.
Return to the hotel for a leisurely breakfast and later
drive to Bandipur.
Bandipur National Park - Endowed with a moderate climate
and diverse geographical features, the park supports a
remarkable variety of flora and fauna, making it a
veritable paradise for wildlife. Apart from being home
to the Asiatic elephant, Bandipur also has a sizable
number of tigers. Other natural inhabitants of this
lovely forest are elephants, gaur, sambhar, chital,
mouse deer, four-horned antelope, wild boar, jackal,
sloth bear, panther, Malabar squirrel, porcupines and
the black-knapped hare. Birds like jungle fowl and green
pigeon are also found here. The park is one of the 15
sanctuaries selected across India for Project Tiger; a
scheme launched in 1973, by the World Wildlife Fund for
Nature in conjunction with the Indian Government.
Upon arrival check-in to the hotel. Afternoon you embark
from your hotel for game safari at Bandipur National
Park. Safaris in Bandipur are organized in jeeps and
also on elephant back. Local guides and naturalists are
at hand to enhance the experience. Overnight in Bandipur.
Day 05 In Bandipur
Early morning & evening game safaris into the Bandipur
National Park. Overnight in Bandipur.
Day 06 Bandipur – Mysore By
Road ( Approx 85 Kms / 02 Hours )
Early morning game safari at Bandipur National Park.
Return to the hotel for a leisurely breakfast and later
drive to Mysore
Mysore: - Mysore “city of Palaces” is in the hill
country of southwestern India, this region is cooler
than the coastal cities - one of the reasons so many
maharajahs chose to live here and given 17 palaces to
this city. It still retains its old charm and many
buildings are adorned with domes, turrets and impressive
archways. . Also know as "Sandalwood City", it is a
major center for the manufacture of incense. The city is
a legacy of the famous warrior king Tipu Sultan, known
for his victories over the Imperial British Armies. The
city is also known for its silk processing and is a
major center for nurturing silkworms. Hence, Mysore is
more than palaces, parks and temples … traditional
carvings on fragrant sandalwood … the rustle of rich
silks … mouthwatering Mysore Pak, a traditional
sweetmeat … It is a gourmet's delight and a Shopper's
paradise.
Upon arrival check-in to the hotel. Rest of the day at
leisure to relax.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 In Mysore
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast you embark from your
hotel for a half day tour of Mysore.
This tour includes a visit to
The Mysore Palace - Built in 1912 in the Indo Saracenic
style. , former residence of the Wodeyars, this
structure is one of the largest of its kind in India.
The Jaganmohan Palace - this is a converted art gallery
that houses paintings that date back to the late 19th
century.
Chamundi Hill - perched atop a hill is a 12th century
temple of Chamundershwari. The gigantic 4.8 meter tall
monolith of Nandi the sacred vehicle of Lord Shiva is a
marvel to watch. Also close to the temple stands
gigantic statues of the demon Mahishasura.
St. Philomena's Church - this beautiful Cathedral was
built in 1956 and is one of the largest churches in the
country. It has been built in the Gothic style with
beautiful stain glass windows and lofty towers.
Brindavan Gardens - Adjacent to the dam is the beautiful
Brindavan Garden. With lighting and musical fountains
this place transforms it self into a fairy land in the
evenings.
Rest of the day at leisure to explore the city on your
own.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 Mysore- Bangalore By
Road ( Approx 150 Kms / 03 Hours )
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast this morning drive
to Bangalore
Upon arrival check-in to the hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure to either relax, or explore
the city on your own, or perhaps indulge in some last
minute shopping.
Overnight in Bangalore.
Day 09 Bangalore – Overseas
( Flight )
Met by our representative and escorted from hotel to the
Bangalore airport in time for your flight home
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