Discover Karnataka Tours

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Sarva Dharma Samanvaya Karnataka is an experience to cherish. It beckons you to its colors and traditions that never wear off. Its people are very friendly, peace-loving and are broad-minded. It is a must visit destination. Come and explore Karnataka.


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Discover KarnatakaDiscover Karnataka

Take a deep breath ! Yes, it is sandalwood, you are in Karnataka! where green is not just a color, it is
a feeling, where granite is not just a dead stone, it is history, it is an enchanting land abounding in
beauty, rich in flora and fauna. This is the way Karnataka state is identified when tourist arrive via
Kerala, Tamil Nadu & Goa borders.
“One State. Many worlds”, goes the slogan currently peddling Karnataka’s tourism wonders to
the world. It is not kidding, its offerings makes this statement true, this state is full of natural
varieties, viz., national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, reserve forests, hill stations, trekkers paradise,
pristine beaches, mountains, cultural monuments at Belur, Halebeed, Hampi, Badami, Palaces at
Bangalore and Mysore, Pilgrim centers of Dharmastala, Sringeri, Kollur, to name a few, you have
everything except snow in this state and every 100 kms you have variety of food, culture and
language, hence it is called “One State, Many Worlds”.
“Sarva Dharma Samanvaya” describes Karnataka’s way of life and tolerance. Karnataka is an
experience to cherish. It beckons you to its colors and traditions that never wear off. Its people are
very friendly, peace-loving and are broad-minded. It is a must visit destination. Come and explore
Karnataka, one state many worlds with Skyway, the No. 1 destination management company in
Karnataka, India.
Fact Sheet
Geographical area: 1,91,791 sqkm
Altitude: 610 m from MSL
Capital: Bengaluru
Time: GMT +5:30
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Location : Between 11.5 and 18.5 north latitude
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and 74 and 78.5 east longitude.
Boundary: North-Maharashtra and Goa, South –
Kerala and Tamil Nadu, East – Andhra Pradesh,
West-Arabian Sea
Climate : Tropical
Rivers: Krishna, Cauvery, Tungabhadra,
Netravathi, Sharavathi, Kapila and Kali.
Population: 61.13 million.
Language: Kannada, Urdu, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi,
English, Tulu and Kodava.
International Airport: Bangalore & Mangalore.
Domestic Airport: Mysore, Hubli, Belgaum,
Gulbarga, Thorangallu (Bellary)
Tourist Season: 365 days
Airlines: British Airways, Air France, Lufthansa,
Emirates, Gulf Air, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Kuwait
Airways, Etihad, Thai Airways, Singapore Airlines,
Malaysian Airlines, Air India, Jet Airways, Air Asia,
Silk Air, Air Arabia, fly directly to Bangalore, this
makes Bangalore the gateway to South India.

Company Profile
Skyway, is recognised by Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India as Inbound Tour Operator based in
Bangalore, Karnataka State with many branches/associate offices in India. We are in travel business
for last 20 years, management having travel trade experience for over 28 years. IATA Accredited,
Active Member of Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) & Travel Agent Federation of India
(TAFI). Skyway owns and operates fleet of more than 100 vehicles based in Karnataka which helps in
providing personalised services. ISO-9001:2008 Certified Travel Company.
It is a part of our policy to offer customers only the very best, no matter which part of the world they
arrive from. Skyway currently serves FIT’s, families and small groups from UK, Germany, France, Italy,
Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, USA and Canada.
Specialists in tailor-made holidays to Karnataka and India, Skyway has grown to become one of the
leading and most respected tour operators in India and No. 1 destination management Travel
Company in Karnataka.
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your holiday at your kind price. We will be happy to give suggestions /quotations / detailed itinerary
without any obligations.
Our best clients’ remain committed to us and recommend our service to their friends. This, we feel, is
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Discover Karnataka Packages
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Tour Package Name No. of Places Covered Page
Code No.
Nights/Days
1 Journey Through Many 14 Nights / Bangalore / Mysore / Nagarahole National Park -
Worlds Hassan - Belur Halebeedu & Shravanabelagola /
Hospet - Hampi / Badami - Aihole & Pattadakkal / Goa 04
5 Coastal Karnataka Tour 09 Nights / 10 DaysMangalore / Gokarna / Karwar / Goa 12
6 Wildlife & Ayurveda Tour 08 Nights / 09 DaysBangalore / Bandipur National Park /
Nagarahole National Park-Kabini / Mysore / Bangalore 14
7 Best of Karnataka 07 Nights / 08 DaysBangalore / Mysore / Nagarahole National Park-Kabini /
Coorg / Hassan / Bangalore 16
8 Little Tibet & 07 Nights / 08 DaysBangalore / Coorg-Madikeri-Dubare / Mysore / Hassan
Dubare Elephant Camp / Bangalore 18
9 Shikar Trail 06 Nights / 07 DaysBangalore/ Mysore / B.R Hills - K.Gudi /
Bandipur National Park / Nagarahole National Park-Kabini / 20
Bangalore
10 Karnataka Golf Tour 06 Nights / 07 DaysBangalore / Mysore Coorg-Madikeri / Bangalore 22
11 Mysore Dasara Tour 06 Nights / 07 DaysBangalore / Nagarahole National Park-Kabini /
Mysore / Bangalore 24
12 Honeymooner’s Paradise 06 Nights / 07 DaysBangalore / Mysore / Coorg-Madikeri / Chikmagalur / Bangalore26
18 09 Nights / 10 DaysGoa / Dandeli / Gokarna / Karwar / Goa 38
Nagarahole National Park-Kabini
15 Days Kabini /
2 Karnataka Heritage Tour I 04 Nights / 05 DaysBangalore / Chitradurga / Hospet – Hampi / Bangalore 06
3 Karnataka Heritage Tour II 06 Nights / 07 DaysBangalore / Hampi / Bijapur / Badami /Goa 08
4 Karnataka Heritage Tour III04 Nights / 05 DaysHyderabad / Bidar / Gulbarga / Hyderabad 10
13 Scenic South 04 Nights / 05 DaysBangalore / Mysore / Ooty / Bangalore 28
14 Southern Splendour 06 Nights / 07 DaysBangalore / Mysore / Ooty / Kodaikanal / Bangalore 30
15 Karnataka Temple Tour 09 Nights / 10 DaysMangalore / Udupi / Murudeshwar/ Gokarna /Karwar /Goa 32
16 Exotic Karnataka 05 Nights / 06 DaysBangalore / Hassan / Coorg / Mysore / Bangalore 34
17 Heritage & Plantation Trails04 Nights / 05 DaysBangalore/ Hassan / Chikmagalur/ Bangalore 36
Goa & Dandeli Forest
19 Explore Karnataka 05 Nights / 06 DaysGoa / Hampi / Badami / Goa 40
20 The Golden Chariot 07 Nights / 08 DaysBangalore / / Mysore /
Shravanabelagola / Belur / Halebeedu / Hampi /
Badami / Pattadakal / Goa / Bangalore 42
21 Weekend Packages from Bangalore 44
Indus Valley Ayurvedic Centre, Mysore 45
Ayurvedic Centres Soukya, Bangalore
Ayurvedagram Heritage Wellness Centre, Bangalore
List of Hotels / Resorts 48

Day 01 (Fri): Arrive at Bangalore, the
Capital city of Karnataka
Day 02 (Sat): Bangalore
Day 03 (Sun): Bangalore / Mysore (140
Kms / 3 Hrs)
Meet on arrival and transfer to a Hotel.
Bangalore - the city boasts of spacious
gardens, parks, tree-lined avenues, a
profusion of flowering trees, lakes,
earning it the sobriquet of "Garden
City." The once-sedate cantonment
settlement of the British has now spread
way beyond the mud fort and the four
towers constructed by Kempegowda in
1537. Depending on the arrival time,
proceed for half-day city tour - visit
Cubbon Park, Vidhana Soudha - this
massive building houses the State
Legislature and the secretariat.
Evening, return to hotel and overnight.
Breakfast, proceed for full day sight
seeing, visit ISKCON Temple - the
Krishna temple is a blend of modern
technology and spiritual harmony. Drive
around Bangalore Palace and after
lunch visit Lalbagh - 240 acres of
beautifully sculpted gardens, with a rare
collection of tropical and sub-tropical
plants. Evening, free to experience
Bangalore's pub culture and shopping.
Overnight.
Morning at 06.00hrs (optional) proceed
for a Bangalore walk conducted / guided
by Mr. Arun Pai, Founder of Bangalore
Walks. Walk around Bangalore streets
with fellow Bangaloreans. Breakfast is
organized during the walk. Return to
hotel, checkout and proceed to
Mysore- known for its magnificent
palaces and majestic buildings,
sprawling gardens and tree lined
boulevards, shimmering silks and
sandalwood, the 'City Royale' always
figures in the tourist's itinerary. On
arrival check into a hotel. Evening visit
famous Mysore Market, later proceed
to Maharaja's Palace to see the
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Journey Through
Many Worlds
14 Nights / 15 Days
Bangalore / Mysore / Nagarahole National Park - Kabini /
Hassan - Belur , Halebeedu & Shravanabelagola /
Hospet - Hampi / Badami - Aihole & Pattadakkal / Goa
illumination. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Breakfast and proceed for sightseeing -
visit Chennakeshava temple situated in
the unobtrusive village of Somnathpur,
35km from Mysore. The exquisitely
carved, star shaped temple with triple
towers is a perfect example of Hoysala
architecture. Drive to Srirangapatna -
Island fortress of Tipu Sultan - Visit
Tipu's Summer Palace, Mosque, and
Ranganatha Swamy Temple. Lunch.
Visit (Seasonal) Ranganathittu Bird
Sanctuary and later proceed to the
Krishna Raja Sagar Dam / Brindavan
Gardens after sunset, when musical
fountains and colored lights transform
this place into a magical fairyland.
Return to hotel and overnight
Breakfast, check out at 09.00hrs and
proceed to visit Chamundi hill &
Maharaja's Palace. At 11.30hrs drive to -
Nagarhole - Kabini - nestled in the
southern fringes of the Nagarahole
National Park, it is a perfect getaway for
nature lovers. The breathtaking locale
with the tranquil backwaters of the
River Kabini presents an ideal setting for
a long-awaited vacation. Check in on
arrival and proceed for buffet lunch.
Wildlife safari in the evening. Wildlife
Day 04 (Mon): Mysore
Day 05 (Tue): Mysore / Nagarahole
National Park - Kabini (80 Kms / 2 Hrs)
Film followed by camp fire and buffet
dinner. Overnight
Early Morning Jeep safari or boating,
breakfast, check out at 10:00 Hrs and
proceed to Hassan, enroute visit
Shravanabelagola – Asia's largest
monolithic statue of Lord
Gomateshwara, a Jain saint and an
object of worship for centuries, standing
atop one of the hills. On arrival check
into a hotel at Hassan. Evening free and
overnight.
Breakfast and proceed for a day tour to
Belur - Halebidu, the most
photographed and perhaps the best
examples of Hoysala Temple
architecture. They are a must on every
tourist's temple itinerary. The temples,
perched on a star-shaped base amidst
lawns, are a sculptural extravaganza.
Return to hotel for lunch. Rest of the
day at leisure. Overnight.
Early breakfast, checkout and proceed
to Hampi- A world heritage center, the
ruins of Hampi, the capital of
Vijayanagar Kingdom evoke memories
of the grandeur of a bygone era. On
Day 06 (Wed): Nagarahole National
Park - Kabini / Hassan (170 Kms /04 Hrs)
Day 07 (Thu): Hassan - Belur - Halebidu -
Hassan
Day 08 (Fri): Hassan / Hospet - Hampi:
(310 Kms / 6 Hrs)
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Paradise", has magnificent scenic
beauty and the architectural splendors
of its temples, churches and old houses
have made Goa a firm favorite with
travellers around the world. On arrival
check in to a Beach Resort. Evening free
and overnight.
Breakfast, rest of the day free to relax.
overnight.
Breakfast and proceed for half day tour,
visit Cabo da Rama - named after Rama,
the hero of the Hindu epic Ramayana,
who, along with his wife Sita stayed here
during his exile from Ayodhya. There on
visit famous Churches and return to
resort for lunch. Rest of the day free.
Overnight.
Breakfast, proceed to visit State
Archaeology Museum - there are seven
galleries of about 8000 artefacts,
Basilica of Bom Jesus - perhaps Goa's
Day 12 (Tue): Goa
Day 13 (Wed): Goa
Day 14 (Thu): Goa
arrival at Hospet check into a hotel.
Evening drive around Hampi. Return to
hotel and overnight.
Breakfast, proceed for a full day
sightseeing, visit King's Palace - this is
the largest enclosure, including two
major platform structures, an
underground chamber which must have
served as a treasury or private audience
hall. Mahanavami Dibba - equally
impressive is the massive Mahanavami
Dibba, where the kings once sat on gem-
studded golden throne and watched
processions pass by. Queen's Bath - this
Structure has a very plain exterior but
the interior is stunningly ornate, with
graceful arched corridors, projecting
balconies and lotus-shaped fountains
that used to spout perfumed water for
the ladies of the court. Return to hotel
and overnight.
Breakfast, check out and proceed to
Badami, enroute visit Pattadakal - A
World Heritage Site it has 10 major
temples representing early Chalukyan
architecture. Visit Virupaksha,
Mallikarjuna and Papanatha Temples.
Lunch and there on drive to Aihole - The
famous as cradle of Indian temple
Architecture, it has over 125 temples all
intricately carved and rich in detail.
Famous ones are Lad Khan temple,
Durga temple, Ravalphadi Cave temple,
Konti temple complex, Jain Meguti
temple are a few not to be missed. On
arrival at Badami, check in to a hotel.
Overnight
Breakfast, checkout at 08.00hrs and
proceed to visit to Badami Caves –
picturesquely situated at the mouth of a
ravine between two rocky hills, the
exquisite sculptures and the rust red
sandstone cliffs of Badami tell many a
tale of yore. North Fort - a climb takes
you to the Temples, the remains of a
granary, a treasury and a watchtower on
top of the fort. Banashankari - is a
quaint hamlet taking its name from the
temple to goddess Banashankari.
Thereon proceed to Goa, enroute lunch
at Belgaum. Goa - variously known as
"Pearl of the Orient" and a "Tourist
Day 09 (Sat): Hospet - Hampi
Day 10 (Sun): Hospet -Hampi / Badami:
(130 Kms / 4 Hrs)
Day 11 (Mon): Badami / Goa (270kms /
6hrs)
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most famous church and among the
most revered by Christians worldwide.
Aguada Fort - This is the largest and the
best-preserved Portuguese bastion in
Goa. Drive around Mondovi River,
Panjim city. Return to resort and rest of
the day free. Overnight.
Breakfast, checkout and proceed to
Bangalore or to Goa Airport to board
your flight. Tour Ends.
Day 15 (Fri): Goa / Bangalore

Day 01: Arrival at Bangalore
Day 02: Bangalore / Chitradurga:
(200kms/4hrs)
Day 03: Chitradurga / Hospet - Hampi:
(145kms/3hrs)
Meet on arrival and transfer to hotel.
Depending on the arrival, proceed for
half-day city tour to ISKCON temple -
the Krishna temple is a blend of modern
technology and spiritual harmony,
Lalbagh - 240 acres of beautifully
sculpted gardens, flowers abound, rare
collection of tropical and sub-tropical
plants, Vidhana Soudha - this massive
building houses the State Legislature
and the Secretariat. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast checkout and
proceed to Chitradurga. On arrival
check into a hotel. Later visit
Chitradurga Fort - the old walled town
houses the impressive fort, built on the
north eastern base of a cluster of rocky
hills, qualifying it to be a Giridurga, or
hill fortress, known as Yelu Suthina Kote
(the fort is fortified by seven circular
walls, three of which are on the ground
and four on the hill). Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast checkout and
proceed to Hospet. On arrival check
into a hotel. Later visit King's Palace -
the largest enclosure, including two
major platform structures, an
underground chamber which must
have served as a treasury or private
audience hall, Mahanavami Dibba -
equally impressive, where the kings
once sat on gem-studded golden
thrones and watched processions pass
by. Queen's Bath - this structure has a
very plain exterior but the interior is
stunningly ornate, with graceful arched
corridors, projecting balconies and
lotus-shaped fountains that used to
spout perfumed water for ladies of the
court. Return to hotel and overnight.
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Karnataka Heritage Tour I
04 Nights / 05 Days
Bangalore / Chitradurga /
Hospet – Hampi / Bangalore
Day 04: Hospet - Hampi:
Morning breakfast and full day sight
seeing visit to Lotus Mahal - this visually
appealing structure has two levels, with
open pavilions at the bottom and
balconies above. An elegant example of
the fusion of the Hindu and Muslim
styles of architecture, Elephant Stables
- an imposing edifice with arched
entrances and many domes that once
housed the
magnificent state
elephants.
Pushkarni - this
stepped water
tank, excavated in
the mid-1980s,
was originally a
part of the palace
complex, Hazara
Rama Temple -
This was a royal
temple reserved
for ceremonial
use. The entire
temple is
embellished with
bas-relief's
depicting scenes
from the epic
'Ramayana'.
Return to hotel
and Overnight.
Day 05: Hospet - Hampi/ Bangalore:
(380kms/7hrs)
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Bangalore airport to board
your flight. Tour ends.
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Day 01: Arrival at Bangalore
Day 02: Bangalore / Hospet - Hampi:
(380kms/7hrs)
Day 03: Hospet - Hampi
Day 04: Hospet - Hampi / Bijapur:
(215kms/4hrs)
Meet on arrival and transfer to hotel.
Depending on the arrival, proceed for
half-day city tour to ISKCON temple -
the Krishna temple is a blend of modern
technology and spiritual harmony,
Lalbagh - 240 acres of beautifully
sculpted gardens, flowers abound, rare
collection of tropical and sub-tropical
plants, Vidhana Soudha - this massive
building houses the State Legislature
and the Secretariat. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Early morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to Hampi- the World Heritage
Center, is the most beautiful and
evocative of all the ruins of Karnataka.
Capital of Vijayanagar kingdom is full of
delightful surprises. On arrival check
into a hotel. Overnight.
Morning breakfast, proceed for a full
day sightseeing visit to King's Palace -
this is the largest enclosure, including
two major platform structures, an
underground chamber which must have
served as a treasury or private audience
hall, Mahanavami Dibba - equally
impressive is the massive Mahanavami
Dibba, where the kings once sat on gem-
studded golden thrones and watched
processions pass by. Queen's Bath - This
structure has a very plain exterior but
the interior is stunningly ornate, with
graceful arched corridors, projecting
balconies and lotus-shaped fountains
that used to spout perfumed water for
the ladies of the court. Return to hotel
and overnight.
Early breakfast, checkout and proceed
to Bijapur. On arrival check into hotel.
Later visit Gol Gumbaz - the most
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Karnataka Heritage Tour II
06 Nights / 07 Days
Bangalore / Hospet - Hampi / Bijapur /
Badami / Goa
important attraction of Bijapur, the
largest dome in the world, Mehtar
Mahal - is on the way to the old city.
heavily influenced by the Indo-
Saracenic style, Gagan Mahal - built by
Adil Shah I (1561), is a palace-cum-
audience hall. The central arch of Gagan
Mahal is the tallest and widest in entire
Bijapur. Return to hotel. Overnight.
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Badami. On arrival check in
to hotel. Lunch and proceed half day
sight seeing visit to Badami Caves –
picturesquely situated at the mouth of a
ravine between two rocky hills, the
exquisite sculptures and the rust red
sandstone cliffs of Badami tell many a
tale of yore, North Fort - this is the
largest enclosure, including two major
platform structures, an underground
chamber which must have served as a
treasury or private audience hall,
several other platforms, Banashankari -
is a quaint hamlet taking its name from
the goddess Banashankari. Built in the
Dravidian style, the temple is dedicated
to Banashankari, a form of Parvati.
Return to hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast and proceed for a
day excursion to Aihole and Pattadakal,
Aihole is famous as the Cradle of Indian
Day 05: Bijapur / Badami :
(120kms/2hrs)
Day 06: Badami
Temple Architecture has over 125
temples all intricately carved and rich in
detail famous ones are Lad Khan
Temple, Drug (fort) Temple, Ravalphadi
Cave Temple, Konti Temple Complex,
Jain Meguthi Temple are few not to be
missed. Pattadakal- A World Heritage
center has 10 major temples
representing early Chalukyan
architecture. Return to Badami in the
evening. Overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to Panjim, Goa's capital to
board your flight. Tour ends.
Day 07: Badami / Goa: (270kms/6hrs)
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Day 01: Hyderabad / Bidar:
(145kms/3hrs)
Day 02: Bidar
Day 03: Bidar / Gulbarga:
(115kms/2hrs)
Meet on arrival at Hyderabad airport
and proceed to Bidar. On arrival check
into hotel. Relax and later proceed to
visit Bidar Fort - Sultan Alla-Ud-Din
Bahman of the Bahmanid Dynasty
shifted his capital from Gulbarga to
Bidar in 1427 and built his fort along
with a number of Islamic monuments.
Return to hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast and proceed for a
full day sightseeing, visit - Basava
Kalyan, Basaveshwara Temple, Jarani
Narasimha Cave Temple, Bhaamani
Tombs and Chalukya Fort. Return to
hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Gulbarga. On arrival check
into Hotel. Later proceed to visit -
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Karnataka Heritage Tour III
04 Nights / 05 Days
Hyderabad / Bidar/ Gulbarga / Hyderabad
Jumma Masjid, Gulbarga Fort, Chor
Gumbaz. Return to hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, proceed for full day
sightseeing visit Shah Bazar Mosque,
Sath Gumbaz, Sharana Basaveshwara
Temple, Holakunda, Tomb of
Muhammad Shah and Buddha Vihara.
Return to hotel and overnight.
Day 04: Gulbarga
Day 05: Gulbarga / Hyderabad:(
220kms/4hrs)
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Hyderabad airport to board
your flight. Tour ends.
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Day 01: Arrive at Mangalore
Day 02: Mangalore
Day 03: Mangalore / Gokarna: (240
Kms / 4 hrs)
Day 04: Gokarna
Day 05: Gokarna / Karwar : (60 Kms / 1
hr)
Day 06: Karwar
Day 07: Karwar / Goa: (100 Kms / 2 hrs)
Day 08: Goa
Meet on arrival at Mangalore Airport
and transfer to hotel. Relax and later
proceed to visit Managala Devi Temple,
Kadri Temple, Aloysius Church. Back to
hotel. Overnight.
Full day Local sightseeing visit Kudorli
Gokarnanatheshwara Temple, Pilikula
Nisargadhama – Botanical Garden,
Boating, Amusement Park, Zoo. Back to
hotel. Overnight.
Morning breakfast checkout and
proceed to Gokarna famous for its
beautiful beaches and landscapes. On
arrival check into Hotel / resort. Relax
and overnight.
Full day free and overnight.
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Karwar. Escape from the
world to this paradise heaven on earth
that will touch your soul. On arrival
check into resort. Relax and overnight.
Full day free and overnight.
Morning breakfast, check out and drive
to Goa. On arrival check into
hotel/resort. Relax and overnight.
Morning breakfast, proceed to visit
State Archaeology Museum – which
has the collection of about 8000
objects, Basilica of Bom Jesus - perhaps
Goa's most famous church and among
the most revered by Christians
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Coastal Karnataka Tour
09 Nights / 10 Days
Mangalore / Gokarna / Karwar / Goa
worldwide, Aguada Fort - This is the
largest and the best-preserved
Portuguese bastion in Goa, Harvalem
(Arvalem) Waterfall - is set amidst
charming surroundings, has also a park
from which the view of the waterfall can
be peacefully relished. Return to resort
and overnight.
Day 09: Goa
Day 10: Goa
Full day free and overnight.
Morning breakfast checkout and drive
to Goa Airport. Tour Ends.
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Day 01: Arrive at Bangalore
Day 02: Bangalore
Day 03: Bangalore- Bandipur National
Park: (220 kms/5hrs)
Day 04: Bandipur National Park
Day 05: Bandipur National Park /
Nagarahole National Park-Kabini:
(150kms / 3hrs)
Day 06: Nagarahole National Park-
Kabini
Day 07: Nagarahole National Park-
Kabini / Mysore: (80kms / 2hrs)
Meet on arrival at Bangalore Airport
and transfer to Ayurvedagram Heritage
Wellness Centre or similar. Overnight.
Full day at resort for Ayurveda
consultation and treatment. Overnight
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Bandipur National Park, on
arrival check into a resort. Proceed for
lunch, Evening safari and Wildlife Film
Show. Dinner and overnight
Morning trekking to Gopalaswamy hill,
return to the lodge. Breakfast and relax.
Lunch and proceed for wild life safari at
16:00hrs and return to lodge, dinner
and overnight.
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Nagarahole National Park-
Kabini. On arrival check into a resort
and proceed for buffet lunch. Coffee or
Tea will be served at 15.45hrs, at
16:00hrs drive to forest for safari.
Return to lodge at 18.00hrs. Campfire,
dinner and overnight
Morning wake up at 05.45hrs to get
ready for safari or boat ride. Return to
lodge at around 08.30hrs and proceed
for breakfast. Relax or take a walk
around the backwater area. Evening
safari, dinner and overnight.
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Mysore. On arrival check
into a Ayurvedic resort, lunch later
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Wild Life & Ayurveda Tour
Bangalore / Bandipur National Park /
Nagarahole National Park-Kabini /
Mysore / Bangalore
08 Nights / 09 Days
consultation and treatment. Overnight.
Morning Yoga, Ayurveda treatment
proceed for half day city tour. Evening
treatment and overnight.
Day 08: Mysore
Day 09: Mysore / Bangalore (140kms /
3hrs)
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Bangalore, on arrival drop at
Bangalore Airport. Tour Ends.
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INDIAINDIA

15

Day 01: Arrival at Bangalore
Day 02: Bangalore / Mysore: (140 kms/
3hrs)
Day 03: Mysore
Day 04: Mysore/ Nagarahole National
Park - Kabini: (80 kms/ 2hrs)
Meet on arrival and transfer to a hotel.
Depending on the arrival time proceed
for half-day city tour to ISKCON temple -
the Krishna temple is a blend of modern
technology and spiritual harmony,
Lalbagh - 240 acres of beautifully
sculpted gardens, flowers abound, rare
collection of tropical and sub-tropical
plants, Vidhana Soudha - this massive
building houses the State Legislature
and the Secretariat. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to Mysore, enroute visit
Srirangapatna - Island fortress of Tippu
Sultan. Visit Tippu's summer Palace,
Mosque, and Sriranganatha Temple.
On arrival check into hotel. After lunch
relax and later visit Chamundi Hill-
perched atop a hill, the 4.8m tall
monolith of Nandi and the gigantic
Mahishasura statue are added
attractions. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast and proceed for full
day sightseeing, visit Maharaja Palace -
the Palace is a splendid structure in the
Indo-Saracenic style, among its many
attractions are a magnificent gold
throne. Art Gallery in the Jaganmohan
Palace houses an excellent collection of
ceramics, sandalwood, ivory, stone,
antique furniture and ancient musical
instruments, St. Philomena's Church-
this imposing Gothic structure with
beautiful stained glass windows and
lofty towers is a must see. Later in the
evening visit Brindavan Garden-the
Krishna Raja Sagar Dam after sundown,
the musical fountains and closed lights
transform this place into a magical
fairyland. Return to hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Nagarahole - Kabini - Nestled
in the southern fringes of the
16
Best of Karnataka
07 Nights / 08 Days
Bangalore / Mysore /
Nagarahole National Park-Kabini /Coorg /
Hassan-Belur-Halebid -Shravanabelagola /Bangalore
Nagarahole National Park, it is a perfect
getaway for nature lovers. The
breathtaking locale with the tranquil
backwaters of the river Kabini presents
an ideal setting for a long-awaited
vacation. Check in on arrival and
proceed for buffet lunch. Safari in the
evening. Wildlife Film Show followed by
camp fire and buffet dinner. overnight.
Morning wake up at 0545hrs to get
ready for safari. Return to resort at
around 08.30hrs and proceed for
breakfast, checkout and drive to Coorg.
On arrival check into a hotel. Later
proceed for sightseeing, visit Abbey
falls, Omkareshwara Temple and Raja
Seat. Return to hotel and overnight.
Early breakfast and proceed to Dubare
Elephant Camp for Elephant
interaction, (be there at 08.30hrs) later
proceed to Cauvery Nisarga dhama -
teems with lush foliage, thick bamboo
groves, teak, and rosewood, Bylakuppe
- largest Tibetan settlement in South
India, Golden Temple -
and
overnight.
Morning breakfast checkout and drive
to Hassan. On arrival check into Hotel.
Later proceed to visit Belur - It is the
only Hoysala temple still in active
Day 05: Nagarahole National Park-
Kabini / Coorg - Madikeri: (150 kms/
3hrs)
Day 06: Coorg - Madikeri
Day 07: Coorg - Madikeri / Hassan:(115
kms/ 3hrs)
Tibetan
monastery. Return to hotel
worship. The most marvelous
specimens of Hoysala architecture.
Halebidu - the ancient capital of the
Hoysalas. The temple complex has a
museum which houses the idols, statues
and sculptures excavated by the
Archaeological Department from the
ruins. Return to resort and Overnight.
Morning breakfast, check out and drive
to Bangalore, enroute visit
Shravanabelagola. The Statue of
Gommateshwara - Bahubali, is one of
the most famous pilgrimage destination
in Jainism. Later proceed to Bangalore.
Airport to board your flight. Tour Ends.
Day 08: Hassan / Bangalore: (180 kms/
3hrs)
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Meet on arrival and transfer to hotel.
Depending on the arrival, proceed for
half-day city tour to ISKCON temple -
the Krishna temple is a blend of modern
technology and spiritual harmony,
Lalbagh - 240 acres of beautifully
sculpted gardens, flowers abound, rare
collection of tropical and sub-tropical
plants, Vidhana Soudha - this massive
building houses the State Legislature
and the Secretariat. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast checkout and drive
to Coorg - Madikeri. On arrival check
into resort, lunch & relax. Afternoon
proceed to visit Abbey falls - tucked
away between private coffee and spice
estates, Abbey Falls offers a splendid
backdrop for picnics. Omkareshwara
temple dedicated to Shiva was built in
19th Century in a mix of gothic and
islamic style. Evening visit Raja Seat -
the marvelous sight of sunset and
gorgeous valley and mountain ranges.
Return to hotel and overnight.
Breakfast, proceed to Talacauvery, the
origin of river Cauvery on the eastern
slopes of Brahmagiri peak at 1350
metres altitude, trek in Brahmagiri hills
gives a breathtaking view of the hill
ranges and is excellent for photographs
The steps leading up to hills is steep but
is climbable, later visit Bhagamandala
- situated at the confluence of two
rivers, the Cauvery and the Kanika,
third river, the Sujyothi is said to join
from underground. Return to hotel for
lunch. Evening free and overnight.
Day 01: Arrival at Bangalore
Day 02: Bangalore / Coorg - Madikeri:
(260 kms/ 5hrs)
Day 03: Coorg - Madikeri
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Bylakuppe - largest Tibetan
settlement in South India, Golden
Temple -
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Mysore - Known for its
magnificent palaces and majestic
buildings, sprawling gardens and
treelined boulevards, shimmering silks
and sandalwood, the 'City Royale'
always figures in the tourist's itinerary.
On arrival check into a hotel. Relax and
proceed to visit Chamundi Hill -
perched atop a hill. The 4.8m tall
monoliths of Nandi and the gigantic
Mahishasura statue are added
attractions. Evening free for shopping
and overnight.
Morning breakfast and proceed for full
day sightseeing, visit Maharaja Palace -
the Palace is a splendid structure in the
Indo-Saracenic style, among its many
Day 04: Coorg - Madikeri
Day 05 : Coorg - Madikeri / Mysore:
(120kms/2hrs)
Day 06: Mysore
Morning breakfast, proceed to Dubare
Elephant camp for Elephant
interaction, grooming, feeding and
Elephant ride. (Be there at 08.30hrs)
Proceed to
Back to
resort. Overnight.
Tibetan monastery.
attractions are a magnificent gold
throne. Art Gallery in the Jaganmohan
Palace houses an excellent collection
of ceramics, sandalwood, ivory, stone,
antique furniture and ancient musical
instruments, St. Philomena's Church-
this imposing Gothic structure with
beautiful stained glass windows and
lofty towers is a must see. Later in the
evening visit Brindavan Garden /
Krishna Raja Sagar Dam after
sundown, when musical fountains and
closed lights transform this place into a
magical fairyland. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to Hassan. On arrival, check
into a hotel. Lunch & visit Belur - it is the
only Hoysala temple still in active
worship. The most marvelous
specimens of Hoysala architecture.
Halebidu - the ancient capital of the
Hoysalas. The temple complex has a
museum which houses the idols,
statues, busts and sculptures excavated
by the Archaeological Department
from the ruins. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Day 07: Mysore / Hassan: (120 kms/2
hrs)
Little Tibet &
Dubare Elephant Camp
07 Nights / 08 Days
Bangalore / Coorg - Madikeri - Dubare /
Mysore / Hassan / Bangalore
8

Morning b
Day 08: Hassan/ Bangalore: (180 kms/3
hrs)
reakfast, check out and drive
to Bangalore, enroute visit
Shravanabelagola - The Statue of
Gommateshwara. Later drive to
Bangalore airport to board your flight.
Tour Ends.
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Day 01: Arrival at Bangalore / Mysore:
(180 kms / 4 hrs)
Day 02: Mysore /B.R.Hills - K. Gudi
Wilderness Camp: (100 kms / 2hrs)
Day 03: B.R.Hills - K. Gudi Wilderness
Camp/ Bandipur National Park: (100
kms/2 hrs)
Day 04: Bandipur National Park
Day 05: Bandipur National Park/
Nagarahole National Park – Kabini:
(150 kms/3hrs)
Meet on arrival at Bangalore Airport
and drive to Mysore enroute visit
Srirangapatna - Island fortress of Tippu
Sultan. Visit Tippu's Summer Palace,
Mosque, and Sriranganatha Temple.
On arrival check into a hotel. Evening
visit Chamundi Hill - perched atop a hill.
The 4.8m tall monolith of Nandi and the
gigantic Mahishasura statue are added
attractions. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast checkout and
proceed to B.R. Hills Wildlife Sanctuary.
On arrival check into resort. Proceed for
lunch and later for Safari at 15.45hrs.
Return to camp at 18.00hrs.Evening
campfire, dinner and overnight
Morning after coffee/tea proceed for
wildlife tour and return to lodge for
breakfast, checkout at 11.00hrs and
proceed to Bandipur National Park, on
arrival check into a resort. Buffet Lunch
and later proceed for safari. Evening
dinner and overnight
Morning trekking to Gopalaswamy Hill,
return to lodge, breakfast and relax.
Lunch and proceed for safari at 16.00
hrs and return to lodge, dinner and
overnight.
Morning after coffee/tea proceed for
trekking / safari and return to lodge,
breakfast, checkout at 11.00hrs and
proceed to Nagarahole National Park.
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Shikar Trail
Bangalore / Mysore / B.R.Hills - K.Gudi /
Bandipur National Park /
Nagarahole National Park - Kabini / Bangalore
06 Nights / 07 Days
On arrival check into a lodge. Buffet
lunch. Later coffee/tea will be served at
15.45hrs, at 16:00hrs drive to forest for
safari. Return to lodge, campfire, dinner
and overnight
Morning coffee/tea will be served at
06.15hrs. Proceed for safari or for boat
ride. Return to lodge, breakfast, and
leisure. Buffet lunch. At 16.00 hrs
Day 06: Nagarahole National Park -
Kabini
proceed for safari and watch herds of
elephants, bisons etc., in their natural
pristine surroundings. Return to lodge,
campfire, dinner and overnight.
Morning after coffee/tea proceed for
Safari, breakfast and checkout at
11.00hrs and proceed to Bangalore
airport to board your flight. Tour Ends
Day 07: Nagarahole National Park-
Kabini / Bangalore : (260 kms/6 hrs)
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21

Day 01: Bangalore
Day 02: Bangalore
Day 03: Bangalore /Mysore (140kms/3
hrs)
Day 04: Mysore
Day 05: Mysore/ Coorg – Madikeri: (120
Kms / 2 Hrs)
Meet on arrival at Bangalore airport and
transfer to hotel. Relax and overnight.
Morning reach Karnataka Golf
Association Course at 06.30hrs to tee off.
Return to hotel at 10.00hrs for breakfast.
Afternoon visit to Lalbagh - 240 acres of
beautifully sculpted gardens, flowers
abound, rare collection of tropical and
sub-tropical plants. Glasshouse (built on
the lines of London's Crystal Palace)
covers 18000sq ft. Vidhana Soudha - this
massive building houses the State
Legislature and Secretariat. Back to hotel
and overnight.
Morning reach Karnataka Golf
Association Course at 06.30hrs for tee
off. Return to hotel at 10.00hrs for
breakfast, checkout and proceed to
Mysore, enroute visit Srirangapatna,
Tippu's Summer Palace, Mosque, Bird
Sanctuary and Sriranganatha Temple.
On arrival check in to a hotel. Evening
free and overnight.
Morning reach Jayachamaraja Wodeyar
Golf Club to tee off at 06.30hrs. Return to
hotel at 10.00hrs for breakfast.
Afternoon visit Maharaja Palace - the
palace is a splendid structure in the Indo-
Saracenic Style, among its many
attractions are a magnificent gold
throne. Art Gallery in the Jaganmohan
Palace houses an excellent collection of
ceramics, sandalwood, and ancient
musical instruments. Chamundi Hill -
perched atop a hill is the temple of
Chamundeshwari, monoliths of Nandi
and the gigantic Mahishasura statue are
added attractions. Evening free and
overnight.
Morning reach Jayachamaraja Wodeyar
Golf Club to tee off and return to hotel at
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Karnataka Golf Tour
06 Nights / 07 Days
Bangalore / Mysore / Coorg - Madikeri / Bangalore
10.00hrs for breakfast. Check out and
proceed to Coorg – Madikeri, enroute visit
Bylakuppe - largest Tibetan settlement in
South India, Golden Temple -
. On arrival check into hotel.
Later proceed to visit Omkareshwara
temple, Abbey Falls - tucked away
between private coffee and spice estates,
Abbey Falls offers a splendid backdrop for
picnics, Raja Seat - good for watching the
golden sunset. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Tibetan
monastery
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Day 06: Coorg - Madikeri
Day 07: Coorg - Madikeri / Bangalore
(300 Kms / 7 Hrs)
Morning reach Madikeri Golf Course to
tee off at 0630hrs and return to hotel at
10.00hrs for breakfast. Rest of the day
free. Overnight.
Early breakfast checkout and proceed to
Dubare Elephant Camp for Elephant
interaction (be there at 08.30Hrs). Later
proceed to Bangalore airport to board
your flight. Tour Ends.

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Day 01: Arrive at Bangalore
Day 02: Bangalore / Nagarahole
National Park - Kabini: (220kms / 5hrs)
Day 03: Nagarahole National Park -
Kabini
Day 04: Nagarahole National Park -
Kabini / Mysore: (80kms/2hrs) -
Ayudha Puja Day
Meet on arrival and transfer to hotel.
Depending on the arrival proceed for
half-day city tour to ISKCON temple -
the Krishna temple is a blend of modern
technology and spiritual harmony,
Lalbagh - 240 acres of beautifully
sculpted gardens, flowers abound, rare
collection of tropical and sub-tropical
plants, Vidhana Soudha - this massive
building houses the State Legislature
and the Secretariat, later on return to
hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Nagarahole National Park -
Kabini - nestled in the southern fringes
of Nagarahole National Park, the Kabini
area is a perfect getaway for nature
lovers, the breathtaking locale with the
tranquil backwaters of the River Kabini
presents an ideal setting for a long-
awaited vacation. Check in on arrival
and proceed for buffet lunch. Safari in
the evening. Dinner and overnight.
Morning wake up at 05.45hrs to get
ready for safari or boat ride. Return to
lodge at around 08.30hrs and proceed
for breakfast. Relax or take a walk
around the backwater area. Evening
safari, dinner and overnight.
Morning after coffee/ tea proceed for
Safari, breakfast checkout at 11.00hrs
and proceed to Mysore. On arrival
check into hotel. Later proceed for
sightseeing, visit Maharaja Palace - the
palace is a splendid structure in the
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Indo-Saracenic style, among its many
attractions are a magnificent Gold
throne displayed during the Dasara
celebrations, St. Philomena's Church -
this imposing Gothic structure with
beautiful stained glass windows and
lofty towers is a must see. Evening-
attend rehearsal of Torch Light Parade
at Bannimantap. Overnight .
Breakfast, proceed to Maharaja Palace
at 11.30hrs to be seated to witness
Dasara procession (Carry your sandwich
and water bottle). Return to hotel.
Evening free. Overnight
Breakfast, full day excursion to
Somnathapura - Channakeshava
temple - situated in the unobtrusive
village, 35km from Mysore, the
exquisitely carved, star shaped temple
with triple towers is a perfect example
of Hoysala architecture. Proceed to
Talakadu - situated on the banks of river
Cauvery, Vaideshwara temple is
completely buried beneath sand dues.
The temple comes to life when it is
excavated once every 12 years during
Panchalinga Darshan. Return to Mysore
in the evening and overnight.
Day 05: Mysore - Vijayadashami Day
Day 6: Mysore
Day 07: Mysore / Bangalore:
(140kms/3hrs)
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Bangalore enroute visit
Srirangapatna, Tippu's Summer
Palace, Mosque and Sriranganatha
Temple and later drop to Bangalore
Airport to board your flight. Tour Ends.
Mysore Dasara Tour
06 Nights / 07 Days
Bangalore / Nagarahole National Park-Kabini /
Mysore / Bangalore 11

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Day 01: Bangalore / Mysore: (140kms /
3hrs)
Day 02: Mysore
Day 03: Mysore / Coorg - Madikeri:
(120kms / 3hrs)
Day 04: Coorg - Madikeri
Meet on arrival and proceed to Mysore
enroute visit Srirangapatna - Island
fortress of Tippu Sultan. Visit Tippu's
summer Palace, Mosque, and
Sriranganatha Temple. On arrival check
into hotel. Evening visit Chamundi Hill -
perched atop a hill. The 4.8m tall
monolith of Nandi and the gigantic
Mahishasura statue are added
attractions. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast, proceed to visit
Maharaja Palace - the palace is a
splendid structure in the Indo-Saracenic
style, among its many attractions are a
magnificent gold throne. Art Gallery in
the Jaganmohan Palace houses an
excellent collection of ceramics,
sandalwood, ivory, stone, antique
furniture and ancient musical
instruments, St. Philomena's Church -
this imposing Gothic structure with
beautiful stained glass windows and
lofty towers is a must see. Later in the
evening visit Brindavan Garden /
Krishna Raja Sagar Dam after sunset,
musical fountains and colored lights
transform this place into a magical
fairyland. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and drive
to Madikeri, enroute visit Bylakuppe -
largest Tibetan settlement in South
India. Golden Temple -
teems with lush foliage, thick bamboo
groves, teak, and rosewood. On arrival
check into hotel, relax and overnight.
Tibetan
monastery, Cauvery Nisargadhama -
Morning breakfast and proceed for full
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Honeymooner’s Paradise
06 Nights / 07 Days
Bangalore / Mysore / Coorg - Madikeri /
Chikmagalur / Bangalore
day sightseeing visit Bhagamandala
and Talacaveri - set amidst the
picturesque Brahmagiri hills is the
source of Cauvery River, with the
Talacauvery temple built around it.
Return to hotel, lunch and later proceed
to visit Abbey Falls, Omkareshwara
Temple and Raja Seat. Overnight.
Day 05: Coorg - Madikeri / Chikmagalur
(170kms / 4hrs)
Breakfast, check out and drive to
Chikmagalur, en- route visit Belur - it is
the only Hoysala temple still in active
worship. The most marvelous
specimens of Hoysala architecture.
Halebid - the ancient capital of the
Hoysalas. The temple complex has a
museum which houses the idols,
statues, busts and sculptures excavated
by the Archaeological Department from
the ruins. On arrival check into resort.
Relax and overnight.
Day 06: Chikmagalur
Breakfast, proceed for full day tour visit
Mullayanagiri and Seethalayanagiri,
which is highest peak in Karnataka,
Bababudangiri, Dattapeeta,
Manikhyadhara water falls. There on to
Mahatma Gandhi Park in the evening
to see the spectacular views of
Chikmagalur city and hills at the
backdrop. Return to resort and
overnight.
Day 07: Chikmagalur – Bangalore (250
kms / 5hrs)
Morning breakfast, checkout and drive
to Bangalore, enroute visit
Shravanabelagola, (The statue of
Gommateshwara). On arrival proceed
for your onward journey. Tour ends
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27
INDIAINDIA

Day 01: Arrive at Bangalore
Day 02: Bangalore / Mysore:
(140kms/3hrs)
Day 03: Mysore / Ooty: (170kms/4hrs)
Day 04: Ooty
Meet on arrival and transfer to hotel,
depending on arrival, proceed for
afternoon half-day city tour to ISKCON
temple - the Krishna temple is a blend
of modern technology and spiritual
harmony, Lalbagh - 240 acres of
beautifully sculpted gardens, flowers
abound, rare collection of tropical and
sub-tropical plants, Vidhana Soudha -
this massive building houses the State
Legislature and the Secretariat. Later on
return to hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to Mysore - known for its
magnificent palaces and majestic
buildings, sprawling gardens and
treelined boulevards, shimmering silks
and sandalwood, the 'City Royale'
always figures in the tourist's itinerary,
enroute visit Srirangapatna - Island
fortress of Tippu Sultan. Visit Tippu's
Summer Palace, Mosque, and
Sriranganatha temple. On arrival check
into a hotel and evening visit Chamundi
Hill - perched atop a hill. The 4.8m tall
monolith of Nandi and the gigantic
Mahishasura statue are added
attractions. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to visit Maharaja Palace - the
palace is a splendid structure in the
Indo-Saracenic style. Later drive to Ooty
called the Queen of Hill Stations
picturesque, green Udhagamandalam
better known as Ooty, is the most
popular hill station in the South,
Enroute visit Bandipur National Park
and Madumalai National Park, on
arrival check in to a hotel, evening free
and overnight.
Morning breakfast, proceed for full day
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Scenic South
04 Nights / 05 Days
Bangalore / Mysore / Ooty / Bangalore
sight seeing visit Botanical Garden - is
spread over 22 hectares ascending the
slopes on the hill, Rose Garden - the
rose varieties planted in this park were
assembled from different sources with
17,256 rose plants from 1919 varieties,
Deer Park, is one of the high altitude
animal park in India, Doddabetta is
highest peak (2634 meters) in the
Nilgiris, Ooty Lake - which extends to an
area of 65 acres, good for boating.
Return to hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and drive
to Bangalore airport for your onward
journey. Tour ends.
Day 05: Ooty / Bangalore: (300kms /
6hrs)
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29

Day 01: Arrive at Bangalore
Day 02: Bangalore / Mysore:
(140kms/3hrs)
Day 03: Mysore / Ooty: (170kms/4hrs)
Meet on arrival and transfer to hotel,
depending on arrival, proceed for
afternoon half-day city tour to ISKCON
temple - the Krishna temple is a blend
of modern technology and spiritual
harmony, Lalbagh - 240 acres of
beautifully sculpted gardens, flowers
abound, rare collection of tropical and
sub-tropical plants, Vidhana Soudha -
this massive building houses the State
Legislature and the Secretariat. Later on
return to hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to Mysore - known for its
magnificent palaces and majestic
buildings, sprawling gardens and
treelined boulevards, shimmering silks
and sandalwood, the 'City Royale'
always figures in the tourist's itinerary,
enroute visit Srirangapatna - Island
fortress of Tippu Sultan. Visit Tippu's
Summer Palace, Mosque, and
Sriranganatha temple. On arrival check
into a hotel and evening visit Chamundi
Hill - perched atop a hill. The 4.8m tall
monolith of Nandi and the gigantic
Mahishasura statue are added
attractions. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to visit Maharaja Palace - the
palace is a splendid structure in the
Indo-Saracenic style. Later drive to Ooty
called the Queen of Hill Stations
picturesque, green Udhagamandalam
better known as Ooty, is the most
popular hill station in the South,
Enroute visit Bandipur National Park
and Madumalai National Park, on
arrival check in to a hotel, evening free
and overnight.
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Southern Splendour
06 Nights / 07 Days
Bangalore / Mysore / Ooty / Kodaikanal / Bangalore
Day 04: Ooty
Day 05: Ooty / Kodaikanal:
(260kms/6hrs)
Day 06: Kodaikanal
Morning breakfast, proceed for full day
sight seeing visit Botanical Garden - is
spread over 22 hectares ascending the
slopes on the hill, Rose Garden - the
rose varieties planted in this park were
assembled from different sources with
17,256 rose plants from 1919 varieties,
Deer Park, is one of the high altitude
animal park in India, Doddabetta is
highest peak (2634 meters) in the
Nilgiris, Ooty Lake - which extends to an
area of 65 acres, good for boating.
Return to hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to Kodaikanal - the charm of
Kodaikanal Hill station lies in its wooded
slopes and gigantic trees. On arrival
check into a hotel. Rest of the day free
and overnight.
Morning breakfast, proceed for full-day
sight seeing to Coakers walk - which
offers some of the best views of the
plains, Green Valley View - this point
commands a beautiful view of the
entire Vaigai Dam. The Lake - 24-
hectare lake is the focal point in Kodai,
boating can be done here, Pillar Rocks -
three boulders stand here, shoulder-to-
shoulder, vertically. Berijam Lake View
- provides a panoramic landscape view
of Berijam Lake. Silver Cascade falls -
the overflow of Kodai Lake comes down
here as a 180ft high waterfalls. Return
to hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to Bangalore airport for your
onward journey. Tour ends.
Day 07: Kodaikanal / Bangalore:
(460kms/8hrs)
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Day 01: Arrival at Mangalore
Day 02: Mangalore
Day 03: Mangalore / Udupi: (60 Kms/
2hrs)
Day 04: Udupi / Murudeshwara: (110
kms/3hrs)
Day 05: Murudeshwara / Gokarna (65
kms /2hrs)
Meet on arrival at Mangalore airport
and transfer to hotel. Relax and later
proceed to visit Managala Devi temple,
Kadri temple, Aloysius Church. Return
to hotel. Overnight.
Full day Local sightseeing visit Kudorli
Gokarnanatheshwara temple, Pilikula
Nisargadhama – Botanical Garden,
Boating, Amusement Park, Zoo. Return
to hotel. Overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to Udupi. On arrival check into
hotel. Later visit Sri Krishna temple –
one of the most famous temples of
South India, located at the heart of
Udupi town. St. Mary's Islands - are a
group of small islands lying a little to the
north of the port of Malpe in the
Arabian Sea. Return to hotel and
overnight
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Murudeshwara, enroute
visit the famous Kollur Mookambika
temple. On arrival at Murudeshwara
check into hotel/resort. Relax and
overnight .
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Gokarna, famous for its
beautiful beaches and landscapes. This
coastal town draws Hindu piligrims.
Visit Mahabaleshwara temple with its
Atmalinga, the Venkatramana temple
and the Ganapati temple. On arrival
check into hotel / resort. Relax and
overnight.
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Karnataka Temple Tour
Mangalore / Udupi / Murudeshwar /
Gokarna / Karwar / Goa
09 Nights / 10 Days
Day 06: Gokarna / Karwar: (60 Kms/
2hrs)
Day 07: Karwar
Day 08: Karwar / Goa: (100 Kms/2 hrs)
Day 09: Goa
Morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to Karwar enroute visit Yana -
out of the 61 r
d
Jaganmohini. A Cave temple dedicated
to Lord Shiva lies below these. Later
proceed to Karwar. On arrival check into
hotel. Relax and overnight.

Morning breakfast, proceed for half day
city tour - Devbagh beach, the
Sadashivgad Hill Fort with Durga
Temple, Venkatramana Temple,
Naganatha Temple. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and
proceed to Goa. On arrival check into a
resort. Rest of the day free and
overnight.
Morning breakfast, proceed for half day
city tour, visit State Archaeology
Museum – which has the collection of
about 8000 objects, Basilica of Bom
Jesus - perhaps Goa's most famous
church and among the most revered by
Christians worldwide, Aguada Fort -
This is the largest and the best-
preserved Portuguese bastion in Goa,
ock formalities here, two
are famous- Bhairaveshwara an
Harvalem (Arvalem) Waterfall - is set
amidst charming surroundings, has also
a park from which the view of this
waterfall can be peacefully relished.
Return to resort and overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and drive
to Goa. On arrival drop to airport to
board the flight for onward destination.
Tour ends.
Day 10: Goa
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Day 01: Arrival at Bangalore
Day 02: Bangalore / Hassan (180Kms /
4hrs)
Day 03: Hassan/ Coorg - Madikeri (130
kms / 3 hrs)
Meet on arrival and transfer to hotel.
Depending on the arrival proceed for
half-day city tour to ISKCON temple -
the Krishna temple is a blend of modern
technology and spiritual harmony,
Lalbagh - 240 acres of beautifully
sculpted gardens, flowers abound, rare
collection of tropical and sub-tropical
plants, Vidhana Soudha - this massive
building houses the State Legislature
and the Secretariat, later on return to
hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and drive
to Hassan, enroute visit
Shravanabelagola, The Statue of
Gommateshwara. On arrival check into
hotel. Later proceed to visit Belur - It is
the only Hoysala temple still in active
worship. The most marvelous
specimens of Hoysala architecture.
Halebidu - the ancient capital of the
Hoysalas. The temple complex has a
museum which houses the idols,
statues and sculptures excavated by the
Archaeological department from the
ruins. Return to hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast checkout and drive
to Coorg - Madikeri. On arrival check
into resort, lunch & relax. Afternoon
proceed to visit Abbey falls - tucked
away between private coffee and spice
estates, Abbey Falls offers a splendid
backdrop for picnics. Omkareshwara
temple dedicated to Shiva was built in
19th Century in a mix of gothic and
islamic style. Evening visit Raja Seat -
the marvelous sight of sunset and
gorgeous valley and mountain ranges.
Return to hotel and overnight.
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Exotic Karnataka
05 Nights / 06 Days
Bangalore / Hassan / Coorg / Mysore / Bangalore
Day 04: Coorg – Madikeri / Mysore:
(120 Kms / 3Hrs)
Day 05: Mysore
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Mysore - Known for its
magnificent palaces and majestic
buildings, sprawling gardens and
treelined boulevards, shimmering silks
and sandalwood, the 'City Royale'
always figures in the tourist's itinerary.
On arrival check into a hotel. Relax and
proceed to visit Chamundi Hill -
perched atop a hill. The 4.8m tall
monoliths of Nandi and the gigantic
Mahishasura statue are added
attractions. Evening free for shopping
and overnight.
Morning breakfast and proceed for full
day sightseeing, visit Maharaja Palace -
the Palace is a splendid structure in the
Indo-Saracenic style, among its many
attractions are a magnificent gold
throne. Art Gallery in the Jaganmohan
Palace houses an excellent collection
of ceramics, sandalwood, ivory, stone,
antique furniture and ancient musical
instruments, St. Philomena's Church-
this imposing Gothic structure with
beautiful stained glass windows and
lofty towers is a must see. Later in the
evening visit Brindavan Garden /
Krishna Raja Sagar Dam after
sundown, when musical fountains and
closed lights transform this place into a
magical fairyland. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning b
enroute visit
Srirangapatna. On arrival drop to
Bangalore airport to board your flight.
Tour ends.
Day 06: Mysore/Bangalore: (140 kms /
3 hrs)
reakfast, check out and drive
to Bangalore
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Day 01: Arrival at Bangalore
Day 02: Bangalore / Hassan (180kms /
4hrs)
Day 03: Hassan / Chikmagalur:
(65kms/1hrs)
Day 04: Chikmagalur
Meet on arrival and transfer to hotel.
Depending on the arrival, proceed for
half-day city tour to ISKCON temple -
the Krishna temple is a blend of modern
technology and spiritual harmony,
Lalbagh - 240 acres of beautifully
sculpted gardens, flowers abound, rare
collection of tropical and sub-tropical
plants, Vidhana Soudha - this massive
building houses the State Legislature
and the Secretariat. Return to hotel and
overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and drive
to Hassan, enroute visit
Shravanabelagola, The Statue of
Gommateshwara. On arrival check into
hotel. Later proceed to visit Belur - It is
the only Hoysala temple still in active
worship. The most marvelous
specimens of Hoysala architecture.
Halebidu - the ancient capital of the
Hoysalas. The temple complex has a
museum which houses the idols,
statues and sculptures excavated by the
Archaeological department from the
ruins. Return to hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and drive
to Chikmagalur – is famous for its hill
stations surrounded by wonderful
scenic places. Relax and later in the
evening visit Mahathma Gandhi park.
Return to hotel and overnight.
Breakfast, proceed for full day tour visit
Mullayanagiri and Seethalayanagiri,
which is highest peak in Karnataka,
Bababudangiri, Dattapeeta,
Manikhyadhara water falls. There on to
Mahatma Gandhi Park in the evening to
see the spectacular views of
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Heritage & Plantation Trails
04 Nights / 05 Days
Bangalore/ Hassan/ Chikmagalur/ Bangalore
Chikmagalur city and hills at the
backdrop. Return to resort and
overnight.
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Day 05: Chikmagalur / Bangalore:
(250kms/5hrs)
Morning breakfast, check out and drive
to Bangalore airport to board your
flight. Tour Ends.

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Day 01: Goa /Dandeli: (130 Kms / 3 hrs)
Day 02: Dandeli
Day 03: Dandeli / Gokarna: (160 Kms /
4 hrs)
Day 04: Gokarna
Day 05: Gokarna / Karwar: (60 Kms / 1
hrs)
Day 06: Karwar
Day 07: Karwar / Goa: (100 Kms / 3 hrs)
Day 08: Goa
Meet on arrival at Goa Airport and
proceed to Dandeli, situated on the
bank of river Kali, amidst thicky forests
and hill areas. On arrival check into
resort. Relax and overnight.
Morning breakfast and proceed for
adventure activities such as Safari,
Trekking, white water rafting (seasonal)
etc., overnight.
Morning breakfast checkout and
proceed to Gokarna famous for its
beautiful beaches and landscapes. On
arrival check into hotel / resort. Relax
and overnight.
Full day free and overnight.
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Karwar. Escape from the
world to this paradise heaven on earth
that will touch your soul. On arrival
check into resort. Relax and overnight.
Full day free and overnight.
Morning breakfast, check out and drive
to Goa. On arrival check into hotel/
resort. Relax and overnight.
Morning breakfast, proceed to visit
State Archaeology Museum – which
has the collection of about 8000
objects, Basilica of Bom Jesus - perhaps
Goa's most famous church and among
the most revered by Christians
worldwide, Aguada Fort - This is the
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09 Nights / 10 Days
Goa / Dandeli / Gokarna / Karwar / Goa
largest and the best-preserved
Portuguese bastion in Goa, Harvalem
(Arvalem) Waterfall - is set amidst
charming surroundings, has also a park
from which the view of the waterfall can
be peacefully relished. Return to resort
and overnight.
Day 09: Goa
Day 10: Goa
Full day free and overnight.
Morning breakfast checkout and drive
to Goa Airport. Tour Ends.
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Day 01: Arrival at Goa
Day 02: Goa / Hospet – Hampi:
(340kms/7hrs)
Day 03: Hospet – Hampi
Day 04: Hospet - Hampi/ Badami: (130
Kms / 3Hrs)
Meet on arrival at Goa Airport and
transfer to hotel. Relax and overnight.
Early breakfast, checkout and proceed
to Hampi- A world heritage center, the
ruins of Hampi, the capital of the
Vijayanagar Kingdom evoke memories
of the grandeur of a bygone era. Lunch
enroute. On arrival check into a hotel.
Evening drive around Hampi. Return to
hotel and overnight.
Breakfast and proceed for a full day
sightseeing, visit King's Palace - this is
the largest enclosure, including two
major platform structures, an
underground chamber which must have
served as a treasury or private audience
hall. Mahanavami Dibba - equally
impressive is the massive Mahanavami
Dibba, where the kings once sat on
gem-studded golden throne and
watched processions pass by. Queen's
Bath - this structure has a very plain
exterior but the interior is stunningly
ornate, with graceful arched corridors,
projecting balconies and lotus-shaped
fountains that used to spout perfumed
water for ladies of the court. Return to
hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, check out and
proceed to Badami. On arrival check in
to hotel, lunch and half day sight seeing
to Badami Caves – picturesquely
situated at the mouth of a ravine
between two rocky hills, the exquisite
sculptures and the rust red sandstone
cliffs of Badami tell many a tale of yore,
North Fort - This is the largest
enclosure, including two major
platform structures, an underground
chamber which must have served as a
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05 Nights / 06 Days
Goa / Hospet - Hampi / Badami /Goa
treasury or private audience hall,
several other platforms, Banashankari -
is a quaint hamlet taking its name from
the Goddess Banashankari, built in the
Dravidian style, the temple is dedicated
to Banashankari, a form of Parvati.
Return to hotel and overnight.
Morning breakfast, proceed for a day
excursion to
Aihole and
Pattadakal,
Aihole is famous
as the Cradle of
Indian Temple
Architecture has
over 125temples
all intricately
carved and rich in
detail famous
ones are Lad
Khan Temple,
Drug (fort)
temple,
Ravalphadi Cave
temple, Konti
temple Complex,
Jain Meguthi
temple are few
not to be missed.
Pattadakal- A
World Heritage
center has 10
major temples
Day 05: Badami
representing early Chalukyan
architecture.Return to Badami in the
evening. Overnight.
Morning breakfast, checkout and drive
to Goa. On arrival drop to airport to
board your flight. Tour ends.
Day 06: Badami / Goa: (270kms/6hrs)
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Day 01: Mon: Bangalore / Mysore
Day 02: Tue: Mysore / Nagarahole – Kabini
Day 03: Wed: Nagarahole – Kabini / Mysore
3.00 pm:Check-in at Taj West End
4.00 pm:Hi-tea at Banquet Hall
5.00 pm:Briefing
5.30 pm:Visit to Chitrakala Parishad / art gallery
6.30 pm:Cultural Show
8.00 pm:Arrival at Yeshwantpur Railway Station,
Platform No. 6. Traditional Indian
welcome. Dinner onboard The Golden
Chariot.
10:00 am:Departure to Kabini after breakfast
01:00 pm:Arrival at Kabini River Lodge, check in
proceed for lunch.
04:00 pm:Jungle/ boat safari
07.00 pm:Wildlife film screening followed by dinner.
Overnight stay at Kabini River Lodge.
08:30 am:Departure to Mysore post breakfast
11:30 am:Back onboard The Golden Chariot
01:00 pm:Lunch onboard The Golden Chariot
03:00 pm:Sightseeing: Mysore Palace, Srirangapatna
07:00 pm:Arrival at Lalitha Mahal Palace Hotel,
Cultural show followed by dinner
10:00 pm:Back onboard The Golden Chariot
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The Golden Chariot
Pride of South
07 Nights / 08 Days
Bangalore / Nagarahole National Park-Kabini / Mysore /
Hassan-Shravanabelagola-Belur-Halebeedu /
Hospet-Hampi / Badami - Pattadakal / Goa / Bangalore
Day 04: Thu: Mysore / Hassan
Day 05: Fri: Hassan / Hospet – Hampi
Day 06: Sat: Hospet-Hampi / Badami / Goa:
06:00 am:Departure to Hassan
08:15 am:Arrival at Hassan
09:00 am:Departure to Shravanabelagola for
sightseeing
01:00 pm:Lunch onboard The Golden Chariot
03:00 pm:Departure to Belur and Halebeedu for
sightseeing
07:15 pm:Back onboard The Golden Chariot Dinner
onboard The Golden Chariot. Overnight
travel to Hospet
06:00 am:Arrival at Hospet
08:30 am:After breakfast, proceed to Hampi for
sightseeing: Virupaksha Temple, Queens's
bath, Elephant stables, local crafts bazaar
01:00 pm:Return to The Golden Chariot for lunch
03:00 pm:Sightseeing: Royal enclosure, Hazara Rama
Temple, Vittala Temple
08:00 pm : Back onboard The Golden Chariot Dinner
onboard The Golden Chariot
05:00 am:Departure to Badami
08:30 am:Arrival at Badami
09:00 am:Breakfast onboard , Sightseeing - Badami
Caves and Pattadakal
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01:30 pm:Lunch onboard The Golden Chariot
02:00 pm:Departure to Goa Dinner onboard The
Golden Chariot
09:30 am:Breakfast onboard The Golden Chariot
10:00 am:Sightseeing - Churches of old Goa
12:15 pm:Tea/coffee at Solar Souto Maior Shopping
at the emporium
02:00 pm:Reach Majorda Beach Resort for lunch
03:00 pm:Enjoy facilities like spa treatments, casino,
onwards swimming pool, beach etc.
06:00 pm:Departure from the resort and board your
train. Dinner. Train starts its journey to
Bangalore.
09:30 am:Breakfast onboard The Golden Chariot
11:00 am:Arrival at Yeswantpur Railway Station Farewell
by the entire crew
Day 07: Sun: Arrive at Goa
Day 08 Mon: Arrive at Bangalore
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BANGALORE
Kodaikanal
Madurai
KARNATAKA
TAMIL NADU
ANDHRA PRADESH
KERALA
GOA
Salem
CHENNAIMangalore
Calicut
COCHIN
Coimbatore
Tuticorn
Belgaum
Hubli
Tirupati
Vijaywada
Rajamundary
Panaji
Bijapur
HAMPI
Badami
Halebeedu
Bandipur
MYSORE
Alleppey
Thekkady
Kumarakom
Waynad
Rameshwaram
Kanniyakumari
Trivandrum
Kollam
Mamallapuram
Gokarna
OOTY
Jog Falls
Hyderabad
Kovalam
PONDICHERRY
Hassan
Coorg
Pattadkal
Belgaum
Dharwar
Hospet
Gadag
Nagarhole
Chickmaglur
Shimoga
Chitradurga
Tumkur
Shravanabelagola
Gulbarga
Raichur
Bagalkot
Kabini
Belur
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Historic Break Bangalore/Hassan/Bangalore 2N/3D
Royal Mysore Bangalore/Mysore/Bangalore 2N/3D
Wild Karnataka Bangalore/ Nagarhole
National Park - Kabini /Bangalore 2N/3D
Wild and Rustic Break Bangalore/B R Hills - K. Gudi /Bangalore 2N/3D
Nature Delight Bangalore/Cauvery Nature Camp/Bangalore 2N/3D
Golfers Break Bangalore/Mysore/Coorg/Bangalore 2N/3D
Coffee and
Pepper Tour Break Bangalore/Coorg/Bangalore 2N/3D
Weekend with ElephantsBangalore/Dubare Elephant Camp/Bangalore2N/3D
Malnad and Wildlife Bangalore/Chikmagalur-Bhadra/Bangalore 2N/3D
Best of Coastal Karnataka Bangalore/Mangalore/Gokarna/
Mangalore/Bangalore 2N/3D
Hampi Delight Bangalore/Hampi/Bangalore 2N/3D
Wayanad & Wildlife Bangalore/Bandipur/Wayanad/Bangalore 2N/3D
Charming Yercaud Bangalore/Yercaud/Bangalore 2N/3D
Promenade Pondicherry Bangalore/Pondicherry/Bangalore 2N/3D

Indus Valley Ayurvedic Centre
Mysore, India
Indus Valley Ayurvedic Centre is a
relaxing heaven nestled in the calm
and green surroundings of the
Chamundi hills, situated in the
outskirts of the historic & cultural
heritage city of Mysore, India

Founded by Dr. Krishna, a paediatric
anaesthesiologist for 30yrs who
practiced medicine in the USA, UK and Canada and came back to India to popularize Ayurveda into the main stream.
It is the first Ayurveda centre to get accredited with ISO 9001:2008.

IVAC is a place to unwind from a hectic, tiring and mundane life. The centre is spread over25 acres of natural beauty
where the only sound you hear is “Aum” reverberating all around. One will enjoy the green practices devoid of non
vegetarian food, alcohol and smoking. Treatments and Spa therapies are carried out by efficient and skilful doctors
and therapists who are trained by IVAC's special training program.

The property is lush with green foliage with 1500 sacred sandal wood trees, coconut and other fruit trees looks like a
natural countryside with several types of accommodations ranging from basic standard rooms to middle range
cottages and beautiful Villas. The facility is very clean, neat, organized and comfortable with all modern amenities.
The majority of the guests come repeatedly to unwind, heal and rejuvenate.

The restaurant serves vegetarian food, both traditional Indian and continental dishes, which are recommended by
doctors. Room service is available upon request. Large sparkling swimming pool tucked around mango, guava and
sandalwood trees in the backdrop of scenic Chamundi hills has been a delight for discriminating guests. One of the
main attractions is to sit in fish pond. One will enjoy many species of fishes tickling the feet while relaxing and have
the food.

IVAC is a “Treat & Retreat” place which is one of the most sought after for relaxation, rejuvenation and as a get away
place. In line with Health Tourism, IVAC operates as a hospital and rehabilitation centre incorporating integrative
approach to healing.
We have packages starting with
minimum of 3 nights up to 14 nights
inclusive of s breakfast, lunch,
dinner, daily sunrise yoga session
along with the following therapies:
Abhyangam, Foot Massage, Kati
Basti, Manya Basti, Bhaspa
Swedana, Udvartan, Detox Bath,
Shridhara, Herbal Massage, Face
treatments, Aromatherapy, Body envelopments and polish. Depending up on the package 4 hours , 9 hour or 15
hours therapies throughout the duration of the package are offered. We can also give you Ayurveda Packages with
combination of nature, wildlife, beaches, etc. Email us your requirements at [email protected]
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illumination which was rooted in their understanding of the creation. Ayurveda helps the healthy person to maintain
health and the diseased person to regain health.
The body is made up of Tridoshas ('Tri' means 'Three' and 'Doshas' mean 'Humours') - Vata is Air, Pitta is Fire and Kapha
is Water. Good health means a normalcy in the Tridoshas, balance of metabolic, systemic and excretory functions, all
five senses and in the mind and spirit.
We have packages starting with minimum of 3 nights up to 14 nights inclusive of s breakfast, lunch, dinner, daily
sunrise yoga session along with the following therapies: Abhyangam, Foot Massage, Kati Basti, Manya Basti, Bhaspa
Swedana, Udvartan, Detox Bath, Shridhara, Herbal Massage, Face treatments, Aromatherapy, Body envelopments
and polish. Depending up on the package 4 hours , 9 hour or 15 hours therapies throughout the duration of the
package are offered. We can also give you Ayurveda Packages with combination of nature, wildlife, beaches, etc.
Email us your requirements at [email protected]
SOUKYA, Dr. Mathai's International Holistic Health
Centre, is a unique facility that helps restore the natural
balance of your mind, body and spirit by combining
modern medical advancements, ancient medical
techniques and complementary therapies used
worldwide. This residential facility brings in the best
medical doctors and therapies from around the world.
SOUKYA is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Soukhyam'
which means well being and a harmonious state of the
mind, body and spirit. Also, in South India, people greet
one another with 'Soukhyama' (Tamil) or
'Soukhyamano' (Malayalam) which means 'Are you
well?'.
An ancient traditional system of medicine, Ayurveda is
considered to be the oldest system of health care, with
literature going back 5000 years and an oral tradition
that is much older. This healing system has been
practiced in daily life in India for more than 5000 years.
'Ayur' means 'Life' and 'Veda' means 'Science'. Thus
Ayurveda is the 'Science of Life'.
In Ayurveda, health is a state of spiritual and physical
attainment. It is a medical, metaphysical healing life
science - the mother of all healing arts. The practice of
ayurveda is designed to promote human happiness,
health and creative growth. It is the science of daily
living and this system of knowledge evolved from the
sage's practical, philosophical and religious
SOUKYA
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AyurvedaGram, it steals you away into a whole new world
of ethnic charm. Taking you back by over hundreds of
years, this ethnic Ayurvedic Health Resort has been
transplanted from Kerala into 7 acres of herbal garden at
Bangalore, India's Garden City.
AyurvedaGram, enter a whole New World of ethnic
charm. Taking around by over 75 years - to Kerala's
antique Nalukettus, Kovilakams (Palace), Manas & Illams-
the traditional homes of Kerala. Each one of these
ethereal homes has been transplanted piece by piece, all
the way from Kerala, recreating the resplendence of a
time gone by.
Ayurveda Gram Heritage Wellness Centre (earlier known
as Ayurgram Health Resort) is rated amongst the Top Five
Spas* or Ayurvedic Health resorts (Ayurvedic resorts) in
the country and provides authentic Ayurvedic
Treatments for specific aliments such as Arthritis,
Obesity, Spondylitis, Cholesterol, Sinusitis, Peptic Ulcer
etc using common ayurvedic therapies such as
Panchakarma, Rejuvenation, Stress Management and
several other Kerala therapies.
Despite retaining their heritage with ornate woodwork,
craftsmanship and furniture, these masterpieces of the
18th and 19th century incorporate modern living
convenience and quite a few innovations thrown in, like
cable TV, air-conditioning and even a shower open to the
sky.
AyurvedaGram is an effort to provide authentic
ayurvedic experience in the splendid settings of the land,
where it has been practiced for centuries. These have
been aesthetically furnished to suit the needs of our
valuable clients who came for better Health & Hospitality
naturally.
We have packages starting with minimum of 3 nights up
to 14 nights inclusive of breakfast, lunch, dinner, daily
sunrise yoga session along with the following therapies:
Abhyangam, Foot Massage, Kati Basti, Manya Basti,
Bhaspa Swedana, Udvartan, Detox Bath, Shridhara,
Herbal Massage, Face treatments, Aromatherapy, Body
envelopments and polish. Depending up on the package
4 hours, 9 hour or 15 hours therapies throughout the
duration of the package are offered. We can also give you
Ayurveda Packages with combination of nature, wildlife,
beaches, etc. Email us your requirements at
[email protected]
rvedaramGAy
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Chitradurga Amogha International
Dandeli JLR Kali Adventure Camp, Hornbill
River Resort, Bison River Resort
Goa Aldia Santa Rita, Santiago Resort,
Sandal Wood Beach Resort, Dona
Alcina Resorts, Whispering Palms Beach
Resort.
Sun Village, Bay Watch Resort,
Lemon Tree Amarante Beach Resort,
Country Inn & Suites by Carlson.
Cidade De Goa, Radisson Blu,
Kenil Worth Beach Resort,
The Zuri white Sands, Holiday Inn
Resort, Taj Exotica.
Gulbarga The Central Park Hotel,
Hotel Aditya, Hotel Pariwar.
Gokarna JLR Om Beach Resort,
Kushi Village Resort.
SwaSwara
Hassan Hotel Southern Star, Hotel Hassan Ashok.
Hotel Mallige Residency
Hoysala Village.
Hospet - Hampi Krishna Palace, Hotel Malligi,
JLR Sloth Bear Resort, KSTDC Mayura
Bhuvaneshwari.
Royal Orchid Central Kireeti.
Kodaikanal Hotel Kodai Resort,
Mountain View Hotel.
Valley View (Sterling). The Carlton,
Hotel Kodai International,
Villa Retreat,
Karwar JLR Devbagh Beach Resort,
Emerald Bay Resort, Estuary View Resort.
Mysore Crystal Paark Inn,
The Quorum, Hotel President,
Young Island Resort.
Hotel Regaalis, Sandesh The Prince
Royal Orchid Metropole, Windflower
Spa & Resort.
Lalitha Mahal Palace
Fortune JP Palace
Radisson Blu Plaza
Mangalore The Ocean Pearl, Deepa Comforts,
The Prestige,
JLR Pilikula Nisargadhama.
The Gateway Hotel,
Gold Finch Hotel
Murudeshwar RNS Residency
Nagarahole National
Park – Kabini
JLR Kabini River Lodge,
The Bison Resort,
Water Woods.
The Serai Kabini, Red Earth Kabini,
Kaav Safari Lodge,
Orange County – Kabini.
Ooty Holiday Inn Gem Park,
Hotel Sinclairs, Hotel Sullivan Court.
Fern Hills,
Club Mahindra Derby Green.
The Gateway Hotel.
Udupi Sharada International,
Paradise Isle Beach Resort.
Hyatt Place, Hampi
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Tourism House, No-8, St.Mark's Road,
Bangalore-560001, India. Tel: +91-80-22111401
Fax: +91-80-22111405 E-mail: [email protected]
Mysore:
370/4, J.L.B Road, Mysore-570005, India.
Tel: +91-821-2444444, Fax: +91-821-2426000
E-mail: [email protected]
Madikeri:
Hotel Mayura Valley View
Raja Seat Road
Madikeri – 571 201
Tel : +91 8272 223999, Fax : + 91 8272 224999,
Email: [email protected]
Mangalore:
Opp. Syndicate Bank, Vishnukrupa Building,
NH66, Kulai, Mangalore-575019
Cell: +91 98451 88224 Email: [email protected]
Hyderabad:
#506, #6-1-190/190, Gharonda Kanakalakshmi
Apts., Padmarao Nagar, Secunderabad – 500 025
Cell: +91 98451 27700 Email: [email protected]
North India:
MIG – 129, Avas Vikas – I , D.M. Road
Bulandshahar (U.P.), Cell: +91 98451 25511
Email: [email protected]
United Kingdom:
Mr. Arun Soni
77-81 Scrubs Lane, Kensal Green, London, NW10 6QW, U.K.,
Tel :+ 44 (0)20 3301 4600, Fax: + 44 (0)20 8969 0567
Cell: +44 (0) 7850882201
Email: [email protected]
France:
Mr. Marc Bernard Seviran, Resident Representative
47, Avenue De La Republique - 75011 Paris, France.
Tel : 01 43 57 39 33 Email : [email protected]
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