Karnataka Heritage & Wildlife Trail

Arrive at Kempegowda International Airport, transferred to hotel. Evening visit to Bangalore Palace or Lalbagh Botanical Garden, depending on time of arrival. Overnight in Bangalore.

Morning drive to Mysore (approx. 145 km / 3 hrs). Afternoon visit to the Mysore Palace, a lavish Indo-Saracenic structure that was once the seat of the Wadiyar dynasty. Overnight in Mysore.

Morning visit to Chamundi Hills, home to the Chamundeshwari Temple and a giant Nandi (bull) statue, offering panoramic views over Mysore. Afternoon at Brindavan Gardens or a walk through Devaraja Market for spices and sandalwood products. Overnight in Mysore.

Morning drive to Coorg (approx. 120 km / 3 hrs), a hill region often called the "Scotland of India" for its rolling coffee estates and mist-covered valleys. Afternoon visit to a working coffee plantation to learn about processing. Overnight in Coorg.

Morning visit to Abbey Falls, a scenic waterfall set amid coffee and spice plantations. Afternoon visit to the Namdroling Monastery (Golden Temple), one of the largest Tibetan settlements in South India. Overnight in Coorg.

Long travel day connecting to Hampi — typically a drive back toward Bangalore/Hubli followed by a flight or overnight train, given the distance (approx. 460 km / 9-10 hrs by road). Overnight en route or arrive Hampi late.

Full day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage ruins of Hampi, the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Visit the Virupaksha Temple, still an active place of worship, and the Vittala Temple complex, home to the iconic stone chariot and musical pillars. Overnight in Hampi.

Morning exploration of the Royal Enclosure, the Elephant Stables, and the Lotus Mahal. Optional coracle (round-boat) ride on the Tungabhadra River amid Hampi's otherworldly boulder landscape. Overnight in Hampi.

Morning transfer to Hubli or Bellary for a flight connection, or drive to Bangalore for onward/international flight departure.