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The tour offers a seamless blend of history, culture, spirituality, and authentic local experiences all in one enriching day. From the awe-inspiring architecture of the 16th-century Veerabhadra Swamy Temple in Lepakshi, to the mythical tales at Jatayu Theme Park, and the spiritual serenity of the Adiyogi Shiva statue at Isha Foundation, every stop is thoughtfully curated to inspire and captivate. What truly makes this experience stand out is the personalized service, knowledgeable local guides, and attention to detail. Guests travel in comfort, enjoy hand-picked traditional meals, and gain insight into legends and heritage that most visitors miss. Whether you're a history buff, spiritual seeker, or curious explorer, the tour promises stories you'll remember, sights you’ll cherish, and moments that stay with you. Join us not just to see places, but to feel the soul of South India.

Think Bengaluru is only India's Silicon Valley? Step into Malleshwaram, one of the city's oldest neighbourhoods, where tree-lined streets, century-old temples, local eateries and fascinating stories reveal a completely different side of Bangalore. On this small-group walking tour, you'll discover hidden temples, hear stories that shaped the city, enjoy an authentic South Indian breakfast and experience a neighbourhood that many visitors never find on their own. - Walk through one of Bengaluru's oldest neighbourhoods beneath beautiful tree-lined avenues. - Discover a mysterious underground spring that has flowed for centuries. - Enjoy breakfast where generations of Bangaloreans have started their mornings. Perfect for: - First-time visitors to Bangalore - Solo travellers - Couples - History lovers - Architecture enthusiasts - Photographers - Travellers looking for authentic local experiences

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If you’re short on time in Karnataka state, simplify your trip to Mysore on a private guided tour from Bangalore. Design your own tour of Mysore with a customizable package that includes round-trip hotel transfers, lunch, and a guide. Visit lavish Mysore Palace and Devraj Market along with your choice of the Sand Museum, Somnathpur Temple, Chamundi Hills, or the Dariya Daulat Bagh and Colonel Bailey's Dungeon in nearby Srirangapatna.

Explore the ancient fort of Vellore, and discover temples, monuments and structures including the Sri Lakshmi Temple detailed in gold. Learn about the significance of this area and the fortification itself, and see the intricate stonework and craftsmanship that went into building this unique, star-shaped building.

Experience the grandeur of regal Bangalore on this private tour of its magnificent palaces and forts. Enjoy undivided attention from your guide as you walk the ramparts of Bangalore Fort and learn its history. Tour the 18th-century Tipu Sultan's Palace, once the sultan’s summer residence, then marvel at the Tudor-style Bangalore Palace. This private tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off.

LALBAGH WALK Lalbagh, the Red Garden, is one of Bangalore's oldest parks, commissioned and completed by Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan on the lines of Mughal Gardens of the time. Walk past the trees, the lake, and birds of Lalbagh with us, reliving our ancestors' imagination. CUBBON PARK WALK Stroll through this verdant lung space and learn of a Victorian era when people commuted on horseback or on foot and danced in the ballrooms of Parade road. Join us on the Cubbon Park walk to see the other side of Bangalore.

Get an up close look at the beauty of Bangalore City on this full-day private tour that includes stops at Bangalore Palace and Vidhana Soudha. Visit Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, where lush gardens and colorful plants provide the perfect urban oasis. Then make your way to Vidhana Soudha—a stately government building located on the edge of Cubbon Park, before stopping to admire the splendor of Bangalor Palace and Tipu Sultan’s Palace. Your expert guide will provide insight into the historic Bangalore Fort and you’ll enjoy private air-conditioned transport (with an option to upgrade to include lunch) to all of the sites.

If you want to see Bangalore at a fast pace, get fit, and get your bearings of the city too, then this is the perfect tour for you! By going on a private running tour, you won’t have to worry about keeping up with a group, and can go at your own pace. Pack more into your day than you’d be able to on a walking tour. Highlights include Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, and Bull Temple.

Travelers short on time in Bengaluru will love this small-group day tour that includes a combination of popular highlights and lesser-known sights. Start the day with a local breakfast before exploring the city’s beautiful green spaces and historic architecture. Stroll through the Lalbagh Botanical Garden, learn about local history at Tipu Sultan’s Fort and Palace, admire beautiful Bangalore Palace, and more.

This tour stands out because it blends royal grandeur, architectural brilliance, and vibrant local culture into a single immersive experience. Here's what makes it truly special: Mysore Palace A dazzling Indo-Saracenic masterpiece with stained glass, intricate carvings, and gold domes. Once home to the Wodeyar dynasty, it showcases the opulence of Mysore’s royal heritage. Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace Built in 1784, this teakwood palace is adorned with floral motifs and battle murals. It includes a museum with Tipu’s personal artifacts and the famous “Storming of Srirangapatna” painting2. Somnathpur Temple A hidden gem from 1268 AD, this Hoysala temple features exquisite stone carvings and is a UNESCO-nominated site. It offers deep insights into Hindu iconography and temple architecture. ️ Devaraja Market A sensory delight with colorful stalls selling flowers, spices, silk, and local produce. Dating back to the 1880s, it’s a living slice of Mysore’s daily life.

In any part of the World, there exists always experiences hidden away from the more fancier ones. A visit to Adiyogi, Lepakshi & Vidurashwath is one such. It is mystic, mythical, magical, mesmerising, magnetic, surreal, all at the same time! A 3 hour drive from Bangalore takes you to Vidurashwatha where there are tens of thousands of statues of the King Cobra, the God of fertility. This place has a Chinese-Terracotta-Warriors like feel. In the same place, there is a memorial to 32 Indians who were killed by the British during a protest in 1938. The next stop is 1 hour drive to Lepakshi which has exquisite stone sculptures similar to Hampi. We then proceed to see the stunning Adiyogi which is the largest bust statue in the world. Around 8 hours of drive in the day to see some virgin but extraordinary sites. (1) Wearing sandals is preferable since you have to remove footwear multiple times. (2) Wear clothes in a way to cover your legs & shoulders since you are visiting active temples.

This private tour of Bangalore City allow you to explore its most significant attractions. Visit famous places like ISKCON Temple Bangalore, Tipu Sultan Fort and Palace, Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park, Vidhana Soudha and Attara Kacheri and Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple etc.

Discover the beautiful process of making silk on a day tour from Bangalore to Mysore. See various aspects of the silk production process from one of the largest silk cocoon auction markets in Asia to and spinning and weaving at a Mysore factory set up by a Maharaja. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the nearby palace built by the Maharajah of Mysore and round-trip transportation from your Bangalore accommodation.

Mysore is the Cultural capital of Karnataka and is a must-visit if you can take a day off from Bangalore. The magnificent Mysore Palace, the 13th CE Keshava temple of Somanathapur, the 15th CE Srirangapatna Fort, the 18th CE Tipu Palace 'Daria Daulat Bagh', etc. can all hold you spellbound. While driving you can watch lush rice fields, sugarcane fields, palm trees, mulberry, banana plantations, birds, rivers, mountains, villages, etc. whizz by. Also, enjoy a typical South Indian Vegetarian lunch. Mysore is famous for Silk, Sandalwood, Rosewood etc. You may visit reputed shops which sell these souvenirs, if you wish. And please note: there are always surprise visits in store when you are with us! (1) It is suggested that you finish breakfast before starting. (2) The driver will pick you from your hotel and will be with you until the end. (3) The guide will join you at the first visit & will be with you until the last visit. (4) Please carry spare socks to wear while walking barefoot.

Get a great overview of Bangalore with this morning walking tour. Begin by exploring the tranquil grounds of the Lalbagh Botanical Garden, then visit a local restaurant for a traditional South Indian breakfast. Travel to Basavanagudi, Bangalore’s Bull Temple; the Dodda Ganapathy temple with its giant Ganesha statue; temples built into natural caves, and more. End your tour by checking out a few of the city’s lively bazaars.

Embark on a full-day private excursion from Bangalore combining nature, spirituality, and heritage. Begin your day at the scenic Nandi Hills, famed for its sunrise views, ancient temples, and historic landmarks of Tipu Sultan. Continue to Chikkaballapur to visit the tranquil Isha Foundation, home to the iconic 112-feet Adiyogi Shiva statue. Later, explore the architectural marvels of Lepakshi Temple, adorned with intricate carvings and the legendary hanging pillar. This enriching journey offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and serene landscapes.

Embark on a delightful "Nandi Hills Day Trip from Bangalore" starting at 9:00 AM as your guide picks you up from your hotel. A scenic 60 km drive takes you to Nandi Hills, where you'll first explore the Nandi Temple atop the hill, dedicated to Lord Shiva's mount, Nandi. Revel in the breathtaking panoramic views of hills and valleys from this vantage point. Witness the awe-inspiring Tipu's Drop, a steep cliff with historical significance, followed by a visit to Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, showcasing Indo-Islamic architecture and historical artifacts. Enjoy a local cuisine lunch break, then proceed to the ancient Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple, known for its intricate carvings. Conclude your day with a visit to the serene Amrita Sarovar Lake before your guide drops you back at your hotel in Bangalore by 4:30 PM.

History buffs will love this special tour of Bangalore, which focuses on the British heritage of the city. Your knowledgeable English-speaking guide will take you to a number of parks, churches, sports fields, and other public places that reflect the former British presence in the city. Learn about local history and culture, while also getting a broader understanding of Indian history. Find spots that you would struggle to find independently, a fit a lot into a half-day tour.

Explore Bengaluru by bike with this guided tour. You'll start off bright and early, before the morning rush hour starts, and head out to explore some of the prettiest neighborhoods in and around town. You'll also sample local coffee, visit a dairy, spend time at a cave temple, and make a stop for breakfast along the way.

Get to know the nightlife in Pune on this evening pub crawl. With a guide in the lead, you and a group of fellow adventurers will visit three local bars. You’ll be welcomed with a drink at each stop; bars visited include some hidden gems that you might not find if you were exploring on your own. Leave the tour with some new knowledge about Bangalore’s food and drink scene.

This full day excursion is planned from Bangalore to Hampi and back in about 17 hours. A licensed guide shall showcase Hampi to you in a most professional manner. Hampi is a compelling tourist destination, a UNESCO World Heritage site, that showcases extraordinary architecture & engineering of medieval India. Its landscape, filled with sugarcane fields, rice fields, rivers, hills, boulders, temples, forts, watch towers, aqua ducts, gateways, huge monoliths, and other hundreds of ancient ruins spread over 26 sq km, is unparalleled in its composition. Hampi, earlier known as Vijayanagara, was among the five richest capitals of the world in the 16th CE. All the highlights of Hampi—Vittala Temple, Virupaksha, Lakshmi Narasimha, Badavi Linga, Zenana, Mahanavami Dibba, Hazara Ramaswami, Sasivekalu Ganesha, Hemakuta Hill, Queen’s Bath, etc.will be covered in about 6 hours of sightseeing. If you have only one day in Bangalore and if Hampi is on your bucket list, this is your tour!

Discover the ancient royal capital of Mysore on a sightseeing tour from Bangalore. Enjoy a delicious South Indian breakfast before embarking on a journey to Mysore. Visit key landmarks such as the Chamundi Temple, Mysore Palace, the Devaraja Urs Market, and more as you learn about the history of the region from your tour guide. This package includes all entrance fees, breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

Best of Bangalore sightseeing, Forts, Palaces, history, bird watching, photography, shopping experience, typical Southern India food ------------------------------------------------------ You will be picked up for sure from your hotel at city center ------------------------------------------------------- We cover 1. Pick up from city center hotel 2. Tipu Sultan Fort and Palace - 2 hours 3. Drive through Cubbon Park - 15 min 4. Stop at Vidhan Soudha (entry isn't allowed) - 10 min 5. The famous Red Buildings of Karnataka for Judiciary – 10 min 6. Pass through Cricket Stadium 7. Bangalore Palace - 1.5 hours 8. Lunch and water or juice served – 40 Minutes 9. Commercial Street shopping experience - 1 hour 10. Drop back at city center (We can be arrange your drop to hotel if you need- just let us know)