BEYOND BANGALORE

Description

Discover the soul of Karnataka with a scenic and culturally rich journey through Mysore, Coorg, Chikmagalur, and historical temple towns. This itinerary offers a perfect blend of royal grandeur, lush hill stations, coffee estates, and ancient temples.

Tour Timeline

  • 1
    Day 1   Arrival In Bangalore

    • Arrival at Bangalore airport/railway station

    • Drive to Mysore

    • En route visit to Srirangapatna (Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, Ranganathaswamy Temple)

    • Visit Mysore Palace & Brindavan Gardens in the evening

    Overnight: Mysore

  • 2
    Day 2   Mysore To Coorg

    • Visit Chamundi Hills, St. Philomena’s Church

    • Depart for Coorg (Kodagu), a scenic hill station

    • Explore Abbey Falls, Raja’s Seat, and local coffee estates

    Overnight: Coorg

  • 3
    Day 3   Coorg Exploration

    • Visit Talacauvery (origin of River Cauvery)

    • Visit Bhagamandala Temple and Dubare Elephant Camp

    • Optional: River rafting or coffee plantation walk

    Overnight: Coorg

  • 4
    Day 4   Coorg To Chikmagalur

    • Scenic drive to Chikmagalur, the coffee capital of India

    • Relax in the hills or visit a coffee museum

    • Visit Hirekolale Lake in the evening

    Overnight: Chikmagalur

  • 5
    Day 5   Chikmagalur – Belur & Halebidu

    • Visit stunning Hoysala temples at Belur & Halebidu (UNESCO sites)

    • Drive back to Bangalore

    • Optional: Stop for shopping or a café visit in Bangalore

    Overnight: Bangalore

  • 6
    Day 6   Departure From Bangalore

    • After breakfast, transfer to airport/railway station

    • Optional city tour: Vidhan Soudha, Lalbagh, Cubbon Park (if time permits)