Destinations Covered: Bombay, Goa, Belgaum, Badami, Hospet, Hassan, Madikeri, Mysore and Bangalore
Duration: 15 Nights / 16 Days

Day 01- Arrive at Mumbai
Arrival follows assistance and transfer to hotel, where we will be holding the rooms on ready occupancy basis. Traditional welcome follows check in into hotel. Overnight to be spent at hotel.

Day 02- Mumbai
In the morning, visit the magnificent Gateway of India (The stone archway designed by Wittett) and the Elephanta Caves - 9 km by sea. The Ellora caves contain the 7th century rock - cut cave temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is situated atop a hill on the island. Spend the night at hotel, with wonderful memories of the day.

Day 03- Mumbai/ Goa
You will be transferred to the airport to catch the flight for Goa. Arrival is followed by transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04- Goa
Discover the magic of Goa by visiting different parts of Goa. In the morning you will visit North Goa and South Goa in the afternoon. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05- Goa
As you have the day at leisure, you can choose to relax at the beautiful, refreshing and health prone beaches of Goa. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06- Goa/ Belgaum/ Badami
After the breakfast in Goa, you will be driven to Badami, visiting Belgaum enroute. Belgaum presents a total picture of contrasts. On one side is the old town area and the other side is the modern area. In the heart of Belgaum, lies the Fort. Inside it are most famous Kamala Bastes, the Jain Temple and the Jama Masjid. You will also visit the Kapileshwar Temple and the Ananthashayana. Overnight at hotel.

Day 07- Badami
It is said that if you want to believe Badami, you will have to see it. Badami provides the perfect setting for art and history lovers. At Badami you will find the Rock-cut cave Temples, Gateways, Forts, Inscriptions and much more. Climb a flight of steps to reach the ancient caves - all hewn out of sand stone on the rock face of a hill. The Bhutanatha temple is also a must see. The lake beneath the temple is also named after it. It is said to have healing properties. In Badami, you can also see eighteen inscriptions, belonging to the period between the 06th and 09th centuries. Overnight at hotel.

Day 08- Badami - Aihole - Pattadakal - Hospet
Get ready to explore a few places with great past. The places in itinerary are Aihole, Pattadakal, and Hospet. Set out for Hospet, visiting Aihole and Pattadakal enroute. Aihole is famous as the "cradle of the Indian Architecture". Pattadakal is situated on the left bank of the Malaprabha River. Pattadakal is a world heritage centre and has 10 major temples representing early Chalukyan architecture. Upon arrival at Hospet you will be transferred to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09- Hospet
In the morning, begin the journey of exploring the beautiful world of Hospet. Hospet is important for its proximity to Hampi, the site of the medieval Vijaynagar Empire, (13 km). Hampi is the most important reminiscent of all the ruins in Karnataka. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10- Hospet/ Hassan
Have your breakfast and head towards Hassan. Set and refresh into hotel. Thereafter you will be taken on an excursion tour to Belur and Halebid, a beautiful exponent of Hoyasala architecture. The most famous of them is the Chennakeshava Temple. This temple took 103 years to complete. The temples of Halebid bear silent testimony to the rich, cultural heritage of Karnataka. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11- Hassan - Shravanbelagola - Hassan
On the eleventh day of the tour get ready to see the splendor of Shravanbelagola (51 km south- east of Hassan), one of the most important Jain Pilgrim centers in India. At Shravanbelagola, you will see the 17m high monolith of Lord Gomatesvara. It is the world's tallest monolithic statue. Rest of the day you will remain free to explore the surroundings. Spend your night at hotel.

Day 12- Hassan/ Madikeri
On the twelfth day of the tour, discover the "Scotland of India". Yes, Madikeri is called the "Scotland of India". On arrival locate yourself in the hotel, refresh and come with us to visit Madikeri Fort, Abbey Falls, Nisargadhama - Known for its calm and serene beauty. This place is an ideal picnic spot for tourists throughout the year. Spend your night at hotel.

Day 13- Madikeri/ Mysore
After having breakfast, set out for the exclusive locales of Mysore. On arrival, check in into hotel, refresh yourself and begin the excursion. The places to be covered are the Mysore Palace and Chamundi hills (Towering over the city, these hills are 13 km away from Mysore). Halfway up is the Nandi bull, a 4.8m monolith. The Brindavan Garden is anther site to be explored- the musical fountains and colorful lights transform this place into a fairy land. Spend your night at hotel.

Day 14- Mysore
In the morning get ready to explore Sri Jauyachamarajendra Art Gallery - Housed in the Jag Mohan Palace, the gallery has a collection of exquisite paintings. A visit to the Somnathpur village is arranged in the afternoon. The little village houses a 13th century temple, well known for its great architectural beauty. The star shaped temple with three shrines is the latest and well preserved heritage of Hoyasala architecture. Spend your night at hotel.

Day 15- Mysore/ Srirangapatnam/ Bangalore
On the morning of the fifteenth day, you are free to explore the beautiful surroundings. In the afternoon, you are driven to Bangalore via Srirangapatnam, the capital of the warrior King, Hyder Ali & his son Tipu Sultan. Srirangapatnam has magnificent monuments that are a treat to watch. In the evening drive to Bangalore. Arrival at Bangalore follows check into hotel, where you spend the night.

Day 16- Bangalore/ Mumbai
Explore the splendor of the garden city of India, Bangalore. The excursion includes the Vidhan Saudha (State's Legislature and Secretariat), Nandi Temple (One of the oldest temples, popularly known as the Bull temple) and many other destinations. In the evening take your flight to Bombay (Mumbai). Arrival follows transfer to hotel where we will be holding the rooms for wash and change. After the dinner, depart for the international airport to take the flight back home.