Cultural Tour of Bangalore and Belur's Architectural Heritage

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Why we love it?

The "Architecture with Beach & Hills Bangalore to Mumbai" tour is a 15-day journey that explores the rich architectural heritage and natural beauty of southern India. Ideal for culture enthusiasts and nature lovers, this tour takes participants through key destinations such as Bangalore, Belur, and Bengaluru, showcasing stunning temples, historical sites, and picturesque landscapes. With a focus on immersive experiences, travelers benefit from guided sightseeing with local experts, comfortable accommodations, and private transportation, ensuring a seamless exploration of the region's unique blend of urban and natural environments.

Inclusions

  • Breakfast
  • Assistance on arrival at the airport.
  • 14 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
  • Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
  • Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in the car.
  • Government taxes.

Exclusions

  • Any flight ticket.
  • Camera charges at monuments if any.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.

Itinerary

Day 1
  • Arrive Bangalore

  • On arrival at Bangalore airport assistance and transfer to hotel

    On arrival at Bangalore airport assistance and transfer to hotel. Rest time to relax.

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 2

Bangalore - Mysore (145kms/ 3hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel sightseeing in Bangalore

    Breakfast at hotel sightseeing in Bangalore. Visit Lal Bagh Garden, Vidhana Soudha and Bangalore Palace & Fort. Later drive to Mysore check in at hotel.

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 3

Mysore - Srirangapatna - Shravanabelagola - Hassan (140kms/ 3hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel visit Mysore Palace & Srirangapatnam Fort & Ranganthaswamy temple.
    Later drive to Hassan en route visit Shravanabelagola Jain temple. On arrival check in and overnight at hotel.

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 4

Hassan - Hampi (330kms/ 7hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel check out and proceed to visit Hassan, Halebedu & Belur temple. After sightseeing drive to Hampi check in at hotel.

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 5

Hampi

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 6

Hampi - Badami (195kms/ 4hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel, drive to Badami via visiting Lakkundi & Gadag (Guide service not available in Lakkundi & Gadag, subject to availability local guide will be hired by our driver). Arrive Badami check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax.

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 7

Badami - Aihole - Pattadakal (70kms/ round)

  • Breakfast at hotel

    Breakfast at hotel. Excursion visits to Aihole & Pattadakal both UNESCO World heritage site.Aihole is a major archaeological site featuring over one hundred and twenty stone and cave temples from fourth century through the twelfth century CE. Over one hundred Aihole temples are Hindu, a few are Jain and one is Buddhist. The site is spread over about 5 square kilometers.

  • Pattadakal, represents the high point of an eclectic art under the Chalukya dynasty. An impressive series of nine Hindu temples, as well as a Jain sanctuary, can be seen there. One masterpiece from the group stands out – the Temple of Virupaksha, built c. 740 by Queen Lokamahadevi to commemorate her husband's victory over the kings from the South.Return to Badami and city sightseeing.

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 8

Badami - Goa (235kms/ 5hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel drive to Goa check in at hotel

    Breakfast at hotel drive to Goa check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax on the beach.

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 9

Goa

  • Breakfast at hotel

    Breakfast at hotel. Goa coastlines stretching along the Arabian Sea. Its long history as a Portuguese colony prior to 1961 is evident in its preserved 17th-century churches and the area’s tropical spice plantations. Known for its beaches, ranging from popular stretches at Baga and Palolem to those in laid-back fishing villages such as Agonda. Full day city tour of Goa covering Churches of Old Goa, Panjim city, Altinho, Dona Paula viewpoint and famous beaches. Rest time free and easy to relax.

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

  • Breakfast at hotel full day to relax on the beach and explore the sites of your interest with your driver.

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 11

Goa - Chiplun (340kms/ 7hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel drive to Chiplun

    Breakfast at hotel drive to Chiplun. Enroute you can visit Singhudurg fort. On arrival check in at hotel. Rest time to explore the surrounding.

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 12

Chiplun - Lonavala (210kms/ 5hrsapprox.x)

  • Breakfast at hotel sightseeing in Chiplun a hill station in forested Western Ghats range. Visit SawatSada Waterfall Soaring waterfall, best seen during monsoon season, with a wading pool & serene surroundings. Parshurama Temple a temple of Lord Parshurama, the sixth avatar of Vishnu. Gowalkot a small fort located on the southern bank of Vashishti River. This fort is guarded by the river on three sides and a trench on the fourth side.Afternoon drive to Lonavala check in at hotel.

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 13

Lonavala

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 14

Lonavala - Mumbai (80kms/ 2hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel, drive to Mumbai check in at hotel

    Breakfast at hotel, drive to Mumbai check in at hotel.
    Later Mumbai city tour. Visit the Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (museum). Marine Drive which runs along the shoreline, starting at Nariman Point and up to Malabar Hill. Hanging Gardens laid out in 1881 these formally laid out gardens have a notable collection of hedges shaped like animals. Maharashtra State Assembly (view from outside), Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST), a UNESCO World Heritage Site (view from outside), Dhobhi Ghat see the city's famous open-air laundry in action, Prince of Wales Museum (Monday closed) a heritage museum comprises of a number of ancient artifacts & Mani Bhawan.

  • Overnight at hotel

    Overnight at hotel.

Day 15

Mumbai - Departure

  • Breakfast at hotel, as per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.

Please Note

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Hotels used or similar Bangalore x 1 nights
  • 3* - Ramada/ The Rialto
  • 4* - Fortune Select JP Cosmos/ Lemon Tree Premier Ulsoor Lake
  • 5* - ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection/ ITC Windsor a Luxury Collection Mysore x 1 nights
  • 3* - Southern Star/Sandesh The Prince
  • 4* - Fortune Park JP Palace/ Grand Mercure
  • 5* - Royal Orchid Brindavan Garden/The Windflower Resort & Spa Hassan x 1 night
  • 3* - Candy Southern Star/ Pavanputra Resort & Spa
  • 4* & 5* - Hosyala Village Resort/ The Ashok Hampi x 2 nights
  • 3* - Krishna Palace/ Kishkinda Heritage Resort
  • 4* - Heritage Resort / Royal Orchid Central Keerti
  • 5* - Hyatt Place/ Hampi Boulders Badami x 2 nights
  • 3* - Rajsangam Hotel/ The Heritage Resort
  • 4* / 5* - Badami Court/ Krishna Heritage Goa x 3 nights 
  • 3* - Varca Le Palm/ Lambana Resort
  • 4* - Lemon Tree Hotel Candolim/ The Chances Resort & Casino
  • 5* - Zuri Varca Goa White Sand Resort & Casino/ Alila Diwa Goa Chiplun x 1 night
  • 3* - Hotel Saisha/ Hotel Oasis
  • 4* / 5* - The Riverview Resort Lonavala x 2 nights
  • 3* - Chandralok Hotel/ Viola Beacon Resort
  • 4* - Countryside - Resort by Meritas/ Citrus Hotel
  • 5* - Fariyas Resort Lonavala/ The Machan Mumbai x 1 nights
  • 3* - Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Hotel Sahil
  • 4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel
  • 5* - Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand Central
  • As per flight schedule arrival transfer from airport to hotel. We can also provide pick up from any hotels in Bangalore.

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats available

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 2 days before start

Non-refundable after 2 days before start