Bengaluru Trip Overview
Mysore, also known as Ivory City, is one of India’s most opulent cities. It is famous for its silk saris, sandalwood and handicrafts. Attractions include prehistoric sites, monuments, museums, forts, temples, mosques, and churches. The historic city of Mysore is famed for its magnificent palaces and majestic buildings, sprawling gardens and tree lined boulevards. Your two days in this unique city will allow you to explore its riches.
Highlights
• Visit to Srirangapatnam
• Mysore Palace
• Hindu Temple
• Monolithic Sculpture of Bull Nandi
• Brindavan Gardens
Additional Info
Duration: 3 days
Starts: Bengaluru, India
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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Mysore, also known as Ivory City, is one of India’s most opulent cities. It is famous for its silk saris, sandalwood and handicrafts. Attractions include prehistoric sites, monuments, museums, forts, temples, mosques, and churches. The historic city of Mysore is famed for its magnificent palaces and majestic buildings, sprawling gardens and tree lined boulevards. Your two days in this unique city will allow you to explore its riches.
Highlights
• Visit to Srirangapatnam
• Mysore Palace
• Hindu Temple
• Monolithic Sculpture of Bull Nandi
• Brindavan Gardens
Itinerary
Day 1: Bangalore / Mysore
Stop At: Srirangapatnam Fort, Srirangapatna On River Cauvery, Mandya India
You will be picked up from your hotel in Bangalore and proceed to Mysore en route visiting Srirangapatnam. Srirangapatnam is a town in the Mandya district of the Indian state of Karnataka. It is a rocky island formed by the Cauvery River, which made it a militarily and religiously significant town. Srirangapatna came into prominence during the rise of Hyder Ali and his famed son Tipu Sultan, who converted it into a fortified city. It was the power center of South India for a long time, before Tipu Sultan lost the last of the four battles against the British East India Company. Your tour will show you the numerous historic and religious monuments.
Kindly Note : Hotel check in time 1400 Hours
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay.
Day 2: Mysore sightseeing
Stop At: Mysore Palace, Office Of The Deputy Director, Mysuru Palace Board, Mysuru (Mysore) 570001 India
Explore Mysore, which is considered the cultural capital of the state of Karnataka. It is also known to be the second cleanest city in India and one of the most well-planned ones. The people of Mysore are famous for their peaceful attitude and helpful nature. Your guided tour will visit the majestic Mysore City Palace, which is one of India’s most spectacular royal buildings. The Palace was the seat of the Wodeyar Maharajas, who ruled the kingdom from 1399 to 1950. The palace you see today was built in 1912 after a fire destroyed the first palace. In the palace you will see the extravagant opulence and fine details of the interior. Admire the paintings, elaborate architecture, the intricately carved rosewood doors, mosaic floors and stained glassed windows. You may also see the marble figurines, collections of caskets, paintings of the members of the royal family and other objects of personal use.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Sri Nandi Temple, Chamundi Hill Road Chamundi Hill, Mysuru (Mysore) 570010 India
Your city tour of Mysore will also take you to a Hindu Temple and the monolithic sculpture of the Bull Nandi and the vehicle of Lord Shiva.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Brindavan Garden, Mysuru (Mysore) 576103 India
Then you will visit the beautiful Brindavan Gardens, known for their symmetric designs and illuminated terrace gardens. Spread across an area of more than 60 acres, the gardens are laid out in three terraces, and end in a horseshoe shape. The gardens contain a wide array of illuminated, cascading fountains, Ficus trees, foliage plants, and flowering plants. The garden also has topiary works, shaded passageways, and gazebos.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight stay
Day 3: Mysore / Bangalore
Pass By: Bengaluru, Bengaluru, Bangalore District, Karnataka
You will be driven back via private transfers to Bangalore and dropped off at your hotel.
Kindly Note : Hotel check out time 1200 Hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
