Morning: Arrive in Bangalore and check into your hotel near MG Road. Stroll to the nearby Vidhana Soudha to admire its grand neo‑Dravidian architecture.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch at a rooftop café before visiting the lush Lalbagh Botanical Garden, where you can wander among centuries‑old trees and a historic glasshouse.
Evening: Experience the vibrant nightlife at Church Street Social and savor South Indian delicacies while soaking up the city’s lively atmosphere.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a comfortable train ride to Mysore and start with a guided tour of the majestic Mysore Palace, famed for its intricate frescoes and illuminated evenings.
Afternoon: After a traditional Mysore lunch, explore the serene Chamundi Hill and its iconic Chamundeshwari Temple, offering panoramic city views.
Evening: Wander through the illuminated Brindavan Gardens, catching the musical fountain show that lights up the night.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Coorg’s misty hills and begin with a coffee plantation tour at Raja’s Estate, learning about bean processing and sampling fresh brews.
Afternoon: Enjoy a hearty lunch of local Kodava cuisine, then trek to the spectacular Abbey Falls, surrounded by lush forest.
Evening: Relax at your resort, perhaps taking a gentle walk around Dubare Elephant Camp to watch elephants bathe at sunset.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly to Hubli and transfer to Hampi; start with a bike ride through the UNESCO‑listed Vijayanagara ruins, visiting the iconic Virupaksha Temple.
Afternoon: Cruise on the scenic **River Tungabhadra** (highlighted in bold) and explore the ancient stone chariot at Vittala Temple while the sun glints off its intricate carvings.
Evening: Capture the sunset from the hilltop of Matanga Hill**, then enjoy a farewell dinner featuring traditional Karnataka thali.
Find HotelsTotal Estimated Cost: $764
If you have extra time, add a day in the coastal town of Gokarna for beach relaxation, or extend your stay in Coorg to explore the hidden waterfalls of Pushpagiri. To shorten the trip, skip the Hampi river cruise and replace Day 4 with a quick visit to Shivanasamudra Falls, which can be covered in a half‑day from Bangalore.