Bangalore | Mysore| Hassan | Hospet | Hampi | Badami | Goa | Mumbai
| Aurangabad | Ajanta & Ellora Caves
16 Days / 15 Nights
Day 01 Arrive Bangalore
Upon arrival at Bangalore airport you will be welcomed by our representative
& transferred to hotel. Popularly known as Garden city & Silicon
Valley. The capital of the state, with a finely balanced mix of natural
attractions & superb historic architecture. Rest of the day is
at leisure. Overnight stay in Bangalore.
Day 02 City Tour
Today proceed on a guided tour of Bangalore, explore the Lal Bagh
Botanical Garden on a fascinating horticultural odyssey. Continue
on visit to Tipu Sultan Palace & Bull Temple. Evening is free
to explore the local bazaars. Overnight stay in Bangalore.
Day 03 Drive to Mysore (160 kms)
After breakfast we will drive you to sandalwood city of Mysore. Enroure
visit Srirangapatnam, the place from where Haider Ali & Tipu Sultan
ruled much of southern India during the 18th century. Built in long
island in the Cauvery river, the crumbling fort stands as testimony
to their historic resistance to the British. Continue your drive to
Mysore, check in upon arrival. Evening is at leisure. Overnight stay
in Mysore.
Day 04 Tour Mysore
Your tour of Mysore includes visits to City Palace, Chamundi Hill
(where Nandi, a huge monolithic image of Shiva’s Bull, is always
garlanded with flowers and held in high esteem by Hindus), and the
colorful and aromatic spice markets. Your afternoon is at leisure.
This evening drive 10 miles from Mysore to enjoy the beautiful and
exquisitely illuminated Brindavan Gardens, sprawling amid gorgeous
cascading fountains. Rest of the evening is at leisure. Overnight
stay in Mysore.
Day 05 Drive to Hassan (130 kms)
Today drive to ancient town of Hassan, enroute visit Sravanabelagola,
the monk of the White Pond, the 17m tall naked statue of Bahubali
said to be the world largest monolithic statue. It is one of the oldest
Jain pilgrimage centres. Continue your drive to Hassan where you will
visit Belur is situated on the banks of the Yagachi River and the
Chennakesava Temple basks in the glory of one of the greatest monuments
of medieval art in India. An outstanding example of Indian temple
architecture is found in Halebid. The Hoysaleshwara Temple’s
entire surface is covered with a succession of friezes running its
entire length, featuring elephants, lions, horsemen, and an incredible
display of celestial beasts and birds. Return to the base Hassan &
check in. Overnight stay in Hassan.
Day 06 Drive to Hospet (350 kms)
After breakfast drive to Hospet which is the base for an excursion
to one of the most fascinating historical sites of South India, the
ruins of Vijaynagar at Hampi, set amid a strange & beautiful older-strewn
landscape. You will also visit the 16th century Vittala Temple, a
world of Heritage Monument that stands as the pinnacle of Vijaynagar
art & sculpture. Late evening check in. Overnight stay at Hospet.
Day 07 Drive to Badami (150 kms)
Your next stop on this journey is at Badami. Set in a beautiful countryside
amongst red sandstone hills, rock hewn tanks & farmlands. Badami
was once the capital of the mighty Chalukya Empire that ruled vast
parts of central & south India from 4th – 8th century. At
Badami, you will see the finest examples of Dravidian cave temples.
Check in late evening & relax. Overnight stay at Badami.
Day 08 Visit Aihole & Pattadakal
From Badami, you will take a full day excursion to Aihole and Pattadakal.
Aihole is where you will witness the evolution of Hindu temple architecture
from the early shrines of the Lad Khan Temple to more complex structures
like that of the Meguti Temple. In the centre of the village is the
famous Durgigudi temple, known for its semicircular apse and the outstanding
carvings that crowd the colonnaded passageway. Pattadakal, another
developing ground for Hindu temple architecture, was the second capital
of the Badami Chalukyans, used specially for royal coronations. Evening
is at leisure. Overnight stay at Badami.
Day 09 Drive to Goa (350 kms)
It’s time to unwind. Today we will drive you to Goa. Check in
upon arrival. Lie back on the pristine beaches of Goa, sip a cool
drink, get a tan, or if the urge for discovery lingers on, explore
the rich historical, religious and natural charms of Goa.
Day 10 Unwind
Full day is at leisure to enjoy the sun and ambiance of some of the
most beautiful bathing beaches in the world. Overnight stay in Goa.
Day 11 Fly to Mumbai
Today we will transfer you to Goa airport for flight to financial
capital of India, Mumbai. A fascinating mix of commercial hustle &
bustle, grand Victorian styled architecture & modern day high
rise buildings, the customs & colour of truly multi-cultural society.
Upon arrival transfer to hotel. Rest of the evening is free to explore
the local bazaars. Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Day 12 City Tour
Today proceed for a tour of Mumbai, which includes the British built
arch “Gateway of India,” the Hanging Gardens and Malabar
Hills where Mumbai’s rich and famous live, the Prince of Wales
Museum, Dhobi Ghat, Marine Drive, the Gandhi Memorial Museum and Jain
Temple. Rest of the evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay in
Mumbai.
Day 13 Fly to Aurangabad
Today we will transfer you to Mumbai airport for flight to Aurangabad.
Upon arrival you will be met & transferred to hotel. Rest of the
day is free for leisure or to explore the city. Overnight stay in
Aurangabad.
Day 14 Visit Ajanta Caves (110 kms)
Today enjoy a full day excursion to Ajanta, one of India’s most
impressive archaeological sites. Here Buddhist art attained its peak.
The frescoes and wall
paintings reveal a fascinating lifestyle. Thirty caves are carved
out of a rocky gorge dating back to the 3rd century. The ornate facades
and interior chambers are illuminated at all times of the day. Return
to hotel & relax. Overnight stay in Aurangabad.
Day 15 Visit Ellora Caves (30 kms)
Tour the Ellora group of rock cut caves. The most magnificent is the
Kailashanatha Temple (Cave 16), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The
temple has actually been sculpted out of a single mountain, and it
depicts Mount Kailasa, the sacred abode of Lord Shiva. Evening is
at leisure. Overnight stay in Aurangabad.
Day 16 Departure
Today we will transfer you to airport for your flight to Mumbai. Upon
arrival we will transfer you to International terminal for your onward
flight back home. Return home with colourful memories of India.
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Estarán incluidos:
Todas las tasas
Coche y chofer desde la llegada hasta la vuelta ( aeropuerto ) . Disponemos
de vehículos con aire acondicionado.
Todos los recorridos que sean necesarios para las visitas en las ciudades
con coche y chofer
No están incluidos:
Las entradas a monumentos
Suplemento por coche con aire acondicionado
Visados para India y seguros de viaje
Comidas y bebidas no mencionados anteriormente
Propinas y gastos personales.
Tasas de aeropuerto.
Cualquier otro gasto no mencionado anteriormente
En Navidad y año nuevo habrá un suplemento
en las comidas
Los precios pueden estar sujetos a cambios por causas imprevistas
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