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Bangalore |
Monday |
Bangalore: A World of Opportunity
The capital of Karnataka is known as the Garden City because of its pleasant climate and greenery. Perched 3,250 feet above sea level, temperatures seldom exceed 30oC (88oF). Founded by Kempegowda, a powerful chieftain, the city is unique with a rich cultural heritage that co-exists with its modern day technological and industrial achievements.
Today, Bangalore is popularly known as India's Silicon Valley. |
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Afternoon |
Arrive at the hotel in Bangalore
Lunch at the hotel |
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Late Afternoon |
Visit Tipu’s Wooden Palace, Basavanagudi (Bull Temple), the largest monolith Bull statue, enjoy a Nature Walk at Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Drive to Yeshwanthpur Railway Station |
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20:00 hrs |
Board The Golden Chariot |
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21:00 hrs |
Depart for Mysore via Kabini
Dinner and overnight on board |
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Kabini |
Tuesday |
Kabini: A World of Wildlife
Rajiv Gandhi National Park, Nagarhole (Kabini), the hunting retreat of the Mysore Maharajas, is definitely the perfect destination for wildlife lovers in South India. The excitement starts with a safari into the heart of the park, where you are sure to spot wild animals in their natural habitat. Some of the popular sightings are elephant, gaur, sambar, chital, wild boar and the more exclusive predators like tiger and leopard. A bird watcher's paradise, the park is home to over 300 species of birds, many of which are endemic to these jungles. |
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Morning |
Breakfast on board The Golden Chariot |
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9:30 hrs |
Drive to Kabini / Bandipur through the forests Nature Walk / Boat Ride in the Park Lunch and time to relax at the Kabini / Bandipur Enjoy a film show on Indian Wildlife |
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Afternoon |
Jeep Safari ride to the Nagarhole / Bandipur National Park
Overnight stay at Kabini / Bandipur |
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Mysore |
Wednesday |
Mysore has been always associated with the royal families and their patronage, be it the Wodeyars or the Sultans. Mysore is a city known for its resplendent palaces and majestic buildings. This former state capital retains its tradition in music and dance, art and literature and its time-honoured crafts.
141 kms from Bangalore, the city enchants you with its quaint charm, verdant gardens, tree-lined boulevards and its sacred temples.
Today Mysore is a vibrant city teeming with visitors. It is known the world over for its exotic sandalwood and rich silks. Many culinary delights await those inclined to sample the regional cuisine.
Mysore Palace: Built in Indo-Saracenic style with domes, turrets, arches and colonnades, the Palace is a treasure house of exquisite carvings and works of art from all over the world. The magnificent jewel -studded golden throne of the Wodeyars is displayed here during the Dasara festival.
Srirangapatna: The island fortress of the legendary warrior king Tipu Sultan is just 14 km from Mysore city. Inside the fortress is Tipu's mosque with its twin minarets, the Wellesley Bridge and the dungeons where British officers were once imprisoned. |
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Morning |
Breakfast at Kabini / Bandipur Later departure from Kabini / Bandipur for Srirangapatna
Visit Srirangapatna Daria Daulat – Tipu’s Palace |
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Afternoon |
Lunch at Hotel in Mysore
Visit Chamundi Hills & Mysore Palace Amba Vilas Palace, Mysore and enjoy an elephant ride |
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Evening |
Experience the cultural show at Rangayana |
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19:30 hrs |
Dinner and overnight on board The Golden Chariot |
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Hassan |
Thursday |
Belur & Halebid : A World of Worship
Belur in Hassan district 220 kms from Bangalore and 38 kms from Hassan) is famous for its magnificent Hoysala Temple Complex. The Chennakesava Temple, built by Hoysala Vishnuvardhana, to commemorate his victory over the Cholas, is the major attraction
Halebid in Hassan district is 27 kms away from Hassan and was the capital of the Hoysalas. It has one of the finest Hoysala temples.
Shravanabelagola, 52km from Hassan, is an important Jain pilgrim centre. It is home to Asia's largest monolithic statue Lord Gomateswara here towers 58 ft., looming atop the picturesque Vindhyagiri Hill. |
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Morning |
Breakfast on board The Golden Chariot en-route to Hassan Drive to Halebid. Visit the Hoysala temples
Later drive to Belur to visit Belur - Hoysala temples |
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Afternoon |
Lunch on board |
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late Afternoon |
Drive to Shravanabelagola - Jain pilligrimage centre, climb Indragiri Hill to witness the world’s tallest monolith Lord Gommateshwara statue |
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Evening |
Drive back to The Golden Chariot
Dinner and overnight on board |
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Hassan |
Friday |
Hampi: A World Heritage Site
Hampi has been classified as a World Heritage Center and is one of the major tourist destinations in India.
Hampi, the seat of the famed Vijayanagara Empire was the capital of the largest empire in post-Moghul India, covering several states. The Vijayanagara Empire stretched over at least three states -Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh. The destruction of Vijayanagar by marauding Moghul invaders was sudden, shocking and absolute.
Although in ruins today, this capital city once boasted riches known far beyond the shores of India. The ruins of Hampi of the 14th Century lies scattered in about 26 sq. km area, amidst giant boulders and vegetation. |
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Morning |
Breakfast on board The Golden Chariot
Drive to Virupaksha Temple Complex - Hampi Sacred Centre
Lunch on board The Golden Chariot
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Afternoon |
Visit to Vittala Temple Complex and Royal Centre, Shopping and a tour of the Craft Bazaar
Dinner on board The Golden Chariot
Overnight on board |
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Badami |
Saturday |
Badami: A World Heritage Site
Badami is situated at the mouth of a ravine between two rocky hills. The exquisite sculptures and the rust red sandstone cliffs of Badami tell many a tale of yore. The first sculptural embellishment to dazzle the eye is the 18 armed Nataraja striking 81 dance poses.
Pattadakal, with its beautifully chiseled temples is a World Heritage Site located on the banks of the Malaprabha River. It bears testimony to the richness of the Chalukyan architecture. Pattadakal reached its pinnacle of glory under the Chalukyan Kings and was once a ceremonial center where kings were crowned. |
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Morning |
Journey to Gadag on The Golden Chariot & breakfast en route
Drive to Hotel in Badami
Visit Pattadakal - World Heritage Site
Relax over lunch and shop at the crafts bazaar |
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Afternoon |
Visit to the 3rd Century rock cut cave temple at Badami
Drive back to Gadag |
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20:00 hrs |
Depart for Vasco, Goa
Dinner and overnight on board The Golden Chariot |
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Goa |
Sunday |
Goa: A World of Golden Beaches
Also known as "Pearl of the Orient" and a "Tourist Paradise", the state of Goa is located on the western coast of India in the coastal belt known as Konkan.
The magnificent scenic beauty and the architectural splendours of its temples, churches and old houses have made Goa a firm favourite with travellers around the world.
But then, Goa is much more than just beaches and sea. It has a soul which goes deep into unique history, rich culture and some of the prettiest natural scenery that India has to offer.
Besides the natural beauty, the fabulous beaches and sunshine, travellers to Goa love the laid-back, peaceful, warm and friendly nature of the Goan people. |
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Morning |
Breakfast on board The Golden Chariot
Drive to Candolim Beach, Sun bathe on the pristine beaches
Lunch at a hotel in Goa |
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Afternoon |
Drive to Old Goa
Visit to Solar De Colasco an Old Portuguese House and Basilica of Bom Jesus in Old Goa – a World Heritage Site. |
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21:00 hrs |
Return to board the train for Bangalore
Dinner and overnight on board The Golden Chariot |
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Bangalore |
Monday
11:00 hrs |
Arrive at Yeshwanthpur Railway Station |
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