Discover Karnataka Tour Package

Unfold a storybook with a trip to Karnataka and discover its history backed charm, nature allure hidden in lush hills, sacred ruins, ocean breeze. This 12 day journey through South India is a handshake with several dynasties, garden lanes, and colonial-era charm. It tells the story of the royal heritage of Mysore to the stone-carved wonders of Hampi and Badami. Each destination reveals a new facet of India’s soul of empires that flourished.

Highlights of Karnataka Tour:

  • Explore the Garden City of India- Bangalore
  • Visit Historical Palaces and Ancient Temples
  • Majestic Ruins of Vijayanagar at Hampi
  • A Trip to Chalukya Dynasty in Badami
  • One Day trip in Mumbai

A perfect balance of history, architecture, and culture, this itinerary of Discovering Karnataka is one the best Karnataka Tour Packages and a passage through the timeless soul of South India.

12 Days Karnataka Tour Itinerary

Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru

Get a warm welcome from our representative after arrival at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru, followed by transfer to your hotel. After check-in, a detailed tour briefing will be provided to you. Spend the rest of the day at leisure or just relax in your hotel after a long flight.

Ranganathaswamy Temple

The Karnataka Tour package will begin with Mysore, the cultural capital of Karnataka. During the short drive from Bangalore to Mysore, you will visit Srirangapatnam, an island fortress town, renowned associated with Tipu Sultan- the “Tiger of Mysore.” In this remarkable town, you will explore the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, which is a renowned Museum for its royal artifacts, weapons, and paintings.

After exploring the cultural city, drive will continue to Mysore. Mysore is well-known for the goddess Chamundeshwari Temple, royal grandeur, sandalwood, and silk items and the palaces constructed by Tipu Sultan. Feel its regal charm across the city’s palaces, tree-lined boulevards, and lively markets.

Mysore Prasanna Chennakeshava Temple

After breakfast, begin the Mysore City tour with a visit to the majestic Mysore Palace, a splendid Indo-Saracenic structure built in 1912. This place is a key highlight of the trip as the palace is adorned with stained glass, domes, and marble halls and get illuminated at night.

Next place on the trip is Somnathpur (33 km), where you will visit the exquisite Prasanna Chennakeshava Temple, a masterpiece of Hoysala architecture built in 1268 AD. If you have ever heard of South Indian Sculpture art, you will witness the beauty here at the temple’s premises in its intricate carvings, star-shaped platform, and detailed work done.

Get ready for an adventure in the evening where you will ascend on Chamundi Hill to visit the Chamundeshwari Temple, dedicated to Mysore’s guardian deity. En route, stop to see the Nandi Bull, carved from a single granite rock. Overnight stay at Mysore.

Hoysaleswara Temple

After breakfast, drive to Hassan where you will visit two famous temple complexes- Belur and Halebid as enroute places. In Halebid, visit the Hoysaleswara Temple (Built in 12th century) and adorned with hundreds of intricate carvings depicting gods, goddesses, animals, and mythical scenes. Afterwards, visit Chennakesava Temple in Belur that is equally famous for its delicate stone work.

After reaching Hassan, check in at your hotel and stay overnight.

Chitradurga Fort

After breakfast, drive will continue to Hospet, the gateway to Hampi. En route, you will visit Chitradurga Fort, a marvel of military architecture built between the 17th and 18th centuries. The fort, surrounded by rugged granite hills, features seven concentric walls, secret passages, watchtowers, and granaries, built by the Nayakas and later enhanced by Tipu Sultan.

Continue to Hospet for your overnight stay.

Virupaksha Temple

After breakfast, drive to Hampi, once the glorious capital of the Vijayanagara Empire (14th–16th century). This is a best site to feel the pulse of history where you will know about tales hidden behind its richness of being one of the richest and powerful cities in the World. Even the ruins of palaces, pavilions and markets depict the history of marvellous city.

Highlights of Hampi Tour include visit to Virupaksha Temple, Vittala Temple Complex with its iconic stone chariot, Lotus Mahal, Elephant Stables, and Queen’s Bath.

Granite boulders and palm groves, creating one of India’s most photogenic settings in Hampi.

A Temple at Pattadakal Badami

After breakfast, you will leave for Badamai- a historic town surrounded by rust-red cliffs and calm blue lakes. All these cities of Karnataka will take you to meet the heritage wonders of India. You will be overwhelmed to know about old dynasties which ruled India and created many historcial things which are interesting.

Badami was once the capital of the Chalukya Dynasty (6th–8th centuries) and looks like an open-air gallery of early Indian rock-cut architecture.

On arrival, check in at your hotel and relax.

Badami Cave Temples

Visit to Badami Cave Temples in the early morning which will be best explored in the golden light of sunrise. Within these caves, you will find various sculptures.

  • Cave 1: Dedicated to Lord Shiva, depicting him in his 18-armed Nataraja pose.
  • Cave 2 & 3: Dedicated to Vishnu, adorned with scenes of Varaha and Trivikrama.
  • Cave 4: A Jain shrine with serene Tirthankara figures.

Also visit Bhutanatha Temple, beautifully reflected in Agastya Lake, and the Mallegitti Sivalaya Temple, one of South India’s oldest examples of Dravidian architecture.

Optionally, visit the Northern Fort temples and nearby Buddhist remnants that trace Badami’s diverse spiritual history.

Overnight stay at Badami.

Chandramouleshwara Temple

After breakfast, drive north through scenic countryside to Hubli, also known as Mini Mumbai. En route, stop briefly at Naviluteertha Dam (Renuka Sagar Reservoir) near Saundatti to enjoy tranquil lake views and click beautiful pictures.

Upon arrival in Hubli, visit Unkal Lake, Chandramouleshwara Temple, Nuggikeri, and Nrupatunga Betta, offering panoramic views of the city.

Stay Overnight at Hotel.

Gateway of India, Mumbai

After breakfast, drive to Hubli Airport for your flight to Mumbai- City of Dreams. On arrival, check in at hotel and proceed a half-day city tour, where you will visit The Gateway of India, Mumbai’s most iconic landmark. Drive past Marine Drive and Chowpatty Beach. Visit the Hanging Gardens, Dhobi Ghat, and the Prince of Wales Museum (closed on Monday).

Stay Overnight in Mumbai.

Elephanta Caves

After breakfast, our team will take you on a ferry ride from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It will be an amazing day with exploring the Elephanta Caves, connected to the 6th–7th centuries and renowned for its colossal rock-cut sculptures of Lord Shiva. You will see famous Trimurti (three-headed deity symbolizing creation, preservation, and destruction). Return to your hotel for a stay overnight.

Mumbai Airport Terminal 2

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, complete check out formalities and reach Airport as per scheduled flight time.

Package Cost
Cost Proposal (01 Oct’25 – 31st Mar’26)
(Cost Based on minimum 02 Paying Pax)
Cost in US$
Room on Twin Sharing Basis US$ 2130 PP
Single Room Supplement US$ 670 PP
The above rate is not valid during the Deepawali Festival.
Inclusions
  • Above mentioned or similar hotels on twin sharing basis as per your tour program. Check in/ out time is 12 noon
  • Assistance upon arrival / departure at Airport.
  • English speaking accompanying guide for the whole trip.
  • Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel.
  • Private vehicle as per the above itinerary with professional chauffeur.
  • Ferry Ride to Elephanta caves.
  • All toll taxes, parking, fuel, driver allowances etc.
  • Presently applicable taxes
Exclusions
  • Air fare
  • Any personal or travel Insurance
  • Monument entrance fees and Monasteries fees.
  • Any tips, gratuities, portage, Insurance, laundry, telephone calls, beverage
  • Any other services aren’t committed above

Stay Included

Destination Nights Hotel/Resort Meal Plan
Bangalore 01 Hotel Royal Orchid Breakfast
Mysore 02 Hotel Royal Orchid Metropole Breakfast
Hassan 01 Hoysala Village Breakfast
Hospet 02 Hotel Malligi Breakfast
Badami 02 Hotel Krishna Heritage Breakfast
Hubli 01 Fortune Park Breakfast
Mumbai 02 Fortune Select Exotica Breakfast
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