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Fly By Karnataka

FLY BY KARNATAKA

16 Nights / 17 Days

Fly By Karnataka
Hyderabad - Hampi – Mysore – Kabini – Coorg – Neeleshwar
16 Nights / 17 Days
Starting from: $50000

Includes :

The astounding ruins of the Vijayanagar Empire at Hampi, exquisite temples of Badami, Pattadkal and Aihole – Karnataka will surprise you at every step of the tour by the architectural styles and extraordinary craftsmanship of ancient artisans and sculptors.
After the architecture and history of Northern Karnataka, prepare to be mesmerized by the wildlife and natural beauty of Southern Karnataka. With the Wildlife Safari at Kabini and the Coffee plantations of Coorg and finally ending your tour in Northern Kerala’s seaside village at Neeleshwar. This tour is a scintillating smorgasbord of culture, nature and tradition of the Southern States of Karnataka & Kerala.

 

Note : This is only a suggested route that indicates what might be possible. Contact us if you would like to make changes so that we can tailor your vacation to suit your desire for an unforgettable tour of India..

Day 1
Arrival at Hyderabad

Arrival to Hyderabad. Check in to Hotel and Relax – Taj Falaknuma Palace. Evening Heritage Walk – Join the butlers for an insightful and entertaining walk around the palace.

You start the Champagne Palace Walk at sunset but end enlightened by the past, on this time traveller’s escape in to the Nizam’s stories. Watch history come alive.

Day 2
Hyderabad

Tour of the historic city includes Golconda Fort, a former diamond-trading center and the capital of one of India’s richest and oldest medieval sultanates, the Qutb Shahi dynasty.

Next on list the Qutb Shahi Tombs – Seven rulers from the Qutb Shahi dynasty, along with family members and courtesans, lay at rest in these mausoleums – a collection of twenty one beautifully domed granite tombs amid tranquil landscaped gardens.

Don’t miss the exquisite colonnades and stucco embellishments that adorn some of these tombs.

Overnight stay at Taj Falaknuma Palace.

Day 3
Hampi

Check out – Leave behind Hyderabad – The 600-year-old Kingdom of Vijayanagara awaits your arrival. Fly direct to Hampi & check in to Kamalapura Palace Hampi.

Evening Tungabhadra Trek introducing you to this beautiful & ancient landscape – Enjoy an offbeat trek that takes you through giant boulders, the ruins of the Achyutaraya Temple and the famed ‘Courtesan Bazaar’.

Catch a splendid view of the setting sun behind the boulder hills as you walk along the banks of the scenic Tungabhadra River.

Overnight stay at Kamalapura Palace Hampi.

Day 4
Hampi

Morning Vitthalapura Walk with your Historian – Hampi had many suburbs or puras. They were self-sufficient settlements centred around a temple and an attached market denoting two of its core activities – worship and commerce.

Explore the Vitthalapura Bazaar that leads to the famous Vijaya Vitthala temple considered by many to represent the pinnacle of temple architecture in India. This temple is renowned for its musical stone pillars and a chariot carved in stone.

Evening The Raya Trail This trail takes you back five hundred years and gives you a privileged peek at the life and times of the Rayas (Maharajas) of Vijayanagara. Learn about their lifestyle, culture, the unique social and political dynamics of the period and the magnificent structures of the royal city.

Overnight stay at Kamalapura Palace Hampi.

Day 5
Hampi

This day we take you on a day trip to magnificant sites almost as old as two milleniums – Aihole, Pattadkal & Badami – These sites are considered to be the Cradle of indian temple architecture. Witness true Indian religions Hinduism, Buddhism & Jainism on the stone carved monuments – a reflection of their strong influence on early Indian Dynasties at various timelines.

This day we take you on a day trip to magnificant sites almost as old as two milleniums – Aihole, Pattadkal & Badami – These sites are considered to be the Cradle of indian temple architecture. Witness true Indian religions Hinduism, Buddhism & Jainism on the stone carved monuments – a reflection of their strong influence on early Indian Dynasties at various timelines.

Overnight stay at Kamalapura Palace Hampi.

Day 6
Mysore

Your compass pointed southwards you fly out of Hampi to Bangalore. Proceed to Mysore and Check in to this homestay Gitanjali Homestay check in & Relax.

Evening Tour of the Brindavan Garden and The Railway Museum.

Overnight stay at Gitanjali Homestay.

Day 7
Mysore

Entire day at disposal for the Royal City of Mysore – Visit to the Mysore Flower & Incence markets – Mysore Palace Visit and the evening visit to Chamundi Hills.

Overnight stay at Gitanjali Homestay.

Day 8
Kabini

This morning travel through the country sides to beautiful Kabini. Check in for lunch and get to know Kabini closely with our naturalist on a tour to the interpretation centre – enjoy the evening with a lovely sunset cruise.

Overnight stay at Kuruba Safari lodge.

Day 9
Kabini

Early morning Safari to the Nagarhole National park with your Naturalist, Get lucky spotting the Royal Tiger or a Majestic Elephant.

This evening, a myriad of activities await you on the river bank – enjoy a coracle ride, bullockcart ride follwed by a Night Trail to close the day.

Overnight stay at Kuruba Safari lodge.

Day 10
Kabini

Morning wingspotting on the banks of kabini followed by a visit to the Tribal Village to experieince the spirit of Kabini.

Later in the afternoon take the boat safari through meandering kabini between Nagarhole & Bandipur National parks in India.

An Evening Dance by the Kadu Kurubas followed by “Tales of Kabini”.

Overnight stay at Kuruba Safari lodge.

Day 11
Coorg

Morning drive 120 kms to Coorg.

Lovely weather & Green Canopy of Coorg awaits your arrival.

Overnight stay at Chikkanahalli estate.

Day 12
Coorg

Set out on a Birding Tour and local Village Visit with the inhouse Naturalists. Post Breakfast – we take you Bylekuppe Tibetan Settlement – get ready to know more about the origin of Buddhism, The lamas & The Rimpoches,

The Stupas, Prayer wheels & The magnificant temples, the mind blocwing concept of Nirvana and Reincarnation. Post lunch – rest & relax. Evening take a tour of the Coffee & Spice plantation.

Overnight stay at Chikkanahalli estate.

Day 13
Coorg

Today’s highlight, an Ainemane Visit – Visit to the 400 year old ancentral house of the Kodavas, a 1200 year old temple followed by a traditional Lunch with a Kodava Couple. Post lunch evening at leisure.

Late evening soak in the essence of Karnataka with a local cultural program and story telling.

Overnight stay at Chikkanahalli estate.

Day 14
Neeleshwar
Early morning Drive 165 kms to Neeleshwar.
Overnight stay at Neeleshwar Hermitage.
Day 15
Neeleshwar

Morning tour Tour Village , a culinary session with Chef, A Theyyam Show would be the day’s highlights.

Overnight stay at Neeleshwar Hermitage.

Day 16
Neeleshwar

Visit to Turtle Hatchery, boat river cruise and an evening to relax by your beautiful beach.

Overnight stay at Neeleshwar Hermitage.

Day 17
Mangalore Airport

Breakfast & Drive to Mangalore Airport – connect to your next destination.

The price includes -
  • Reception at the airport by travel guide representative and driver from India Bound Tour
  • The telephone briefing by the travel advisor (a personal meeting if you arrive in New Delhi)
  • The assistance of IBT travel adviser 24/7
  • Accommodation in hotels selected by an expert from “India Bound Tour”
  • Land transfers and transport by private vehicle (swift dezire / toyota etios) with an English-speaking driver
  • Meals: all breakfasts (except the day of arrival)
  • Internal flights / trains
  • Services of local travel guides
  • One bottle of water per day per person
The price does not include -
  • International flights
  • International airport taxes
  • Visa fees
  • Entrances to museums, temples and monuments planned in the program
  • All lunches and dinners
  • Drinks and personal expenses
  • Tips
  • Assistance insurance – repatriation
  • travel guide service
  • All that is not written above in the price includes
Useful information -
  • The official time of taking rooms in the hotels is 2 p.m. check-in at the hotel and 12 p.m. check-out from the hotel, the hotels will always try to give you your room on your arrival according to availability.
  • The vehicle varies according to the many travelers.,
  • It is mandatory to have a valid passport and visa to visit India, our team will help you with a link to get a visa.
  • The itinerary recommended in the program is just for your reference, and we can always modify it.
  • The price displayed is per person calculated on the basis of two people in low season, the price of the season will be higher than offered.

Our advice: To have attractive rates, book in advance, send your request right away !!

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