Day 1: Welcome to Bangalore – Garden City Meets Silicon Valley

Arrive in Bangalore, where you’ll be warmly greeted and transferred to your hotel. Spend the day at leisure or exploring your serene surroundings. A short tour briefing and document handover will prepare you for the cultural adventure ahead.
Overnight in Bangalore.

Day 2: The Best of Bangalore – Culture & Contrasts

After breakfast, take in the city’s highlights:

• The Bull Temple and its enormous Nandi statue
• Tipu Sultan’s Fort, steeped in history
• The Vidhana Soudha, a grand modern symbol of governance
  Drive past blooming jacaranda-lined avenues and leafy neighborhoods.
  Overnight in Bangalore.

Day 3: Bangalore to Mysore via Srirangapatna

Head to Mysore, stopping at Srirangapatna, once Tipu Sultan’s stronghold. Explore his summer palace and the serene Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple.
Arrive in Mysore, known for its palaces, vibrant silk markets, and timeless elegance.
Overnight in Mysore.

Day 4: Royal Mysore & Somnathpur’s Sculptural Marvels

Tour the dazzling Mysore Palace, then venture to Somnathpur to marvel at the Chennakesava Temple’s star-shaped symmetry and intricate carvings. End your day with a visit to the hilltop Chamundeshwari Temple.
Overnight in Mysore.

Day 5: Temple Artistry – Mysore to Hassan via Belur & Halebid

Travel to Hassan, pausing to explore the Hoysala temples of Belur and Halebid—true masterpieces of medieval Indian stonework.
Overnight in Hassan.

Day 6: Into the Deccan – Hassan to Hospet via Chitradurga Fort

Set out for Hospet, stopping en route at the dramatic Chitradurga Fort, a hilltop fortress with watchtowers, hidden tunnels, and scenic views.
Overnight in Hospet.

Day 7: A Day in Hampi – Lost City of Stone and Spirit

Wander the ruins of Hampi, a former royal capital brimming with stone temples, bazaars, and stories. Highlights include:

• Virupaksha Temple
• Vittala Temple’s musical pillars
• Queen’s Bath & Royal Enclosure
  Overnight in Hampi.

Day 8: Hampi to Badami – From Royal Ruins to Cave Temples

Travel to Badami, surrounded by red sandstone cliffs. Explore the Bhutanatha Temples beside Agastya Lake for sunset views.
Overnight in Badami.

Day 9: Cave Carvings & Sacred Sites

Spend the morning exploring Badami’s cave temples, dating back to the 6th century. Witness ancient carvings of Shiva, Vishnu, Jain icons, and early Buddhist motifs.
Also visit Mallegitti Sivalaya, a hilltop gem of early Dravidian design.
Overnight in Badami.

Day 10: Bijapur – A City of Domes & Dynasties

Drive to Bijapur, known for its Indo-Islamic architecture. Visit:

• Ibrahim Rauza, a finely crafted tomb complex
• Jama Masjid, one of South India’s grandest mosques
  Overnight in Bijapur.

Day 11: Gol Gumbaz & Bijapur’s Grandeur

Marvel at the awe-inspiring Gol Gumbaz, featuring one of the world’s largest domes and its famous whispering gallery.
Visit the museum and surrounding complex to delve deeper into Bijapur’s storied past.
Overnight in Bijapur.

Day 12: To Gulbarga – Legacy of the Bahmani Sultanate

Travel to Gulbarga, a city of forts and faith. Visit the moated Gulbarga Fort and its mosque—modeled on Spain’s Great Mosque of Cordoba.
Pay respects at the Sufi shrine of Gesu Daraz, a spiritual cornerstone of the Deccan.
Overnight in Gulbarga.

Day 13: Gulbarga to Hyderabad via Bidar – Medieval Majesty

En route to Hyderabad, stop at Bidar Fort. Discover the Rangin Mahal, filled with intricate woodwork and tile inlay.
Arrive in Hyderabad by evening, a city where tradition meets royalty.
Overnight in Hyderabad.

Day 14: Explore Regal Hyderabad

Step into history at:

• Golconda Fort, famed for its acoustics and panoramic views
• The serene Qutb Shahi Tombs, set amidst landscaped gardens
  Unwind at your hotel and enjoy your final evening in this culturally rich capital.
  Overnight in Hyderabad.

Day 15: Farewell with Memories of Royal India

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight via Mumbai. Leave with memories of palaces, temples, forts, and the warm hospitality of South India.