Discovering Karnataka in 6 Days

  1. Day 1: Bangalore Palace
    30 minutes (6 miles) from Bangalore City Centre

    Built in 1887, this Tudor-style palace is known for its beautiful gardens and intricate wood carvings. Guided tours will take you through the palace's history and the personal lives of the royal family.

  2. Day 2: Bandipur National Park
    4 hours (146 miles) from Bangalore Palace

    Spread across 874 square kilometres, this national park is home to various wildlife species, including elephants, tigers, and leopards. Enjoy a jeep safari and experience the thrill of spotting animals in their natural habitat.

  3. Day 3: Mysore Palace
    2 hours 15 minutes (75 miles) from Bandipur National Park

    The grandeur of this palace will leave you spellbound. Admire the architectural beauty of the palace, decorated with intricate patterns of stained glass, mosaic tiles and paintings. Do not miss the daily light and sound show that brings the palace to life.

  4. Day 4: Coorg
    2 hours 30 minutes (75 miles) from Mysore Palace

    Known as 'Scotland of India', Coorg charms with its misty hills, lush green coffee plantations, and picturesque waterfalls. Enjoy leisurely walks around the plantations, and try some locally grown coffee.

  5. Day 5: Hampi
    6 hours 30 minutes (235 miles) from Coorg

    Ancient ruins and centuries-old temples await at Hampi. You can hire a guide to learn in depth about the history and the architecture of temples like Virupaksha Temple and the Vittala Temple complex.

  6. Day 6: Gokarna Beaches
    4 hours 15 minutes (144 miles) from Hampi

    End your trip by relaxing on the sandy white beaches of Gokarna. Visit Om beach, Gokarna beach, and Kudle beach for stunning vistas of the Arabian Sea. Take a dip in the warm waters and relish a seafood platter as the sun sets on your last day in Karnataka.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Bangalore Palace (2 hours, ₹ 250)
  • Bandipur National Park (4-5 hours, ₹ 10 for Indians, ₹ 150 for foreigners)
  • Mysore Palace (2-3 hours, ₹ 200 for Indians, ₹ 600 for foreigners)
  • Coorg (1 day, ₹ 2000-3000 per person includes food, stay and activities)
  • Hampi (1-2 days, ₹ 500 - 1000 per day per person)
  • Gokarna Beaches (1 day, upto ₹ 500 per person for food and activities)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹ 5000-8000 per person

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, do not miss out on Badami's cave temples or Jog Falls. If you prefer a more peaceful experience, head to Kabini river and soak in the tranquillity. For those with less time, Hampi and Gokarna beaches could be a 2-day package from Bangalore. Always check the distance between locations as long journeys can get tiring.

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