Itinerary

DAY 01 | Arrive Bengaluru – On to Mysore (143Km/ Approx 3Hrs Drive)
Welcome to your ‘Experience South India’ tour! On arrival at the airport / railway station in Bengaluru, you you will be met and transferred to your hotel, en route, visit Srirangapatnam – named after the popular Ranganathaswamy Temple which is an important Vaishnavite pilgrimage Centre of South India. On arrival, check in to your hotel in Mysore.
In the evening, visit Brindavan Gardens, the most sought after locations for experiencing nature’s beauty first hand. These gardens have been featured in numerous Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam films. Indigenous and exotic species of plant varieties are found here. It holds a water fountain musical shoe where the fountain waters move along a rhythmic beat of Indian music.
Overnight in Mysore. (Meals on your own)

DAY 02 | In Mysore
This morning, proceed on an excursion to visit one of the best-preserved Hoysala temple at Somnathpur.
The Hoysala temple in Somnathpur in Karnataka is unique in its style and presentation and is devoted to Prasanna Chennakeshava. The temple was constructed in the 12th-13th century by the Hoysala rulers and their officials. It is lavishly adorned with sculpture. The sculptures probably cover each and every inch of the wall space. This particular style of intensely packed sculptural scheme is the characteristic exclusive to the Hoysala art.
In the afternoon, visit the famous Mysore Palace which is a historical monument located in the city of Mysore in Karnataka, facing the Chamundi Hills eastwards. It was the authorized residence and seat of the Maharajas of Mysore who ruled the region between the 14th and the 20th century. Mysore Palace houses a number of hidden tunnels leading from the cellar to other palaces and confidential areas in Srirangapatna. The palace is a three-stone structure with marble domes. Its entrance displays the emblem and coat of arms of the Mysore Kingdom. It is the venue for the famous Mysore Dasara Festival held every year on the day of Vijaya Dashmi, featuring stage performances by leading artists and elephant parades.
Overnight in Mysore (B)

DAY 03 | On To Coorg (110Kms / Approx 3Hrs Drive)
Today, proceed on one of the most beautiful drives through the mountains of the Western Ghats, witnessing the evergreen deciduous vegetation of Coorg.
On arrival, check in to your hotel in Coorg.
The rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities.
Overnight in Coorg (B)

DAY 04 | Coorg
After breakfast, proceed on a sightseeing tour of Coorg visiting places like the Medikeri Fort ,Omkareshwara Temple and Abbey Falls.
A Shaiva theology inspired temple, the Omkareshwara temple was built in the most unique architectural combinations. The temple has been built in a rare mix of Gothic and Islamic forms of architecture. It has a pond which has been used for centuries for prayer and offerings to God. The temple is symbolic of a repentant king and his true devotion to the Lord. A famous landmark in the city of Coorg, the Madikeri Fort is one of the relics of the glorious past of Karnataka. The fort holds remnants of history. It was built in the late 16th century and was raised and rebuilt in the 17th century. The most salient feature of the fort is that there are two masonry elephants installed outside the front gate of the fort. The

fort is a great vantage point to see the entire city of Coorg from atop. Later, visit Abbey Falls – located between coffee plantations that is spread through acres of land. The view of the cascading water from the high mountain cliffs in the Abbey Falls is truly astounding. The water here falls from a great height and the origin of the waterfall seems to be from the Kaveri River. It is a very pleasant location for nature lovers and trekking enthusiasts.
The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this city.
Overnight in Coorg. (B)

DAY 05 | Depart Coorg
Today, bid farewell to your ‘Experience South India ‘ tour as you are transferred to the airport / railway station in Mangalore for your onward journey.(B)

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