Bangalore to Bangalore Tour

Detailed Itinerary:
The land once ridden by formidable armies is now traversed by the worlds most unique railway - The Golden Chariot beckons you to discover worlds that are enriched with history and culture. Recline and relax as the magnificent scenery unfolds outside your window with luxury on the inside, thus far reserved for royalty. We present The Golden Chariot - a fine balance between a glorious yesterday and an omnipresent tomorrow in a magical land... that is Karnataka.

The Golden Chariot Train Tour starts on every Monday of the week from Bangalore and ends in Bangalore on every Monday morning respectively.  

1230 : Arrival at The Leela Palace, Bangalore
1300 : Pre boarding procedure at Leela Palace, Bangalore for The Golden Chariot
1330 : Lunch at Jamawar, The Leela Palace, Bangalore
1500 : Departure from The Leela Palace, Bangalore
1500-1630 : Visit the Tipu’s Wooden Palace
1630-1730 : Visit to Basavanagudi (Bull Temple) largest monolith Bull statue
1730-1845 : Nature Walk at Lalbagh Botanical Garden
1845-2000 : Drive to Yeshwanthpur Railway Station
2000-2030 : Welcome on board The Golden Chariot
2100 : Departure to Mysore / Dinner on Board The Golden Chariot

0730-0900 : Breakfast onboard The Golden Chariot
0930-1130 : Drive to Kabini / Bandipur through the forests
1130-1200 : High Tea
1200-1330 : Nature Walk / Boat Ride
1330-1500 : Lunch and relax at the Kabini / Bandipur
1500-1600 : Film show on Indian Wildlife
1600-1830 : Jeep Safari ride to the Nagarhole / Bandipur National Park
Overnight : stay at Kabini / Bandipur 

0730-0830 : Breakfast at Kabini / Bandipur
0830 : Departure from Kabini / Bandipur for Srirangapatna

Tour 1 - Srirangapatna
1030-1230 : Visit to Daria Daulat – Tipu’s Palace
1300-1430 : Lunch at Hotel Regaalis, Mysore

Tour 2 - Chamundi Hills
1500-1600 : Drive to Chamundi hills

Tour 3 - Mysore Palace
1600-1730 : Visit the Amba Vilas Palace, Mysore and elephant ride
1800-1915 : Experience the cultural show at Rangayana
1930 : Drive back to The Golden Chariot & dinner onboard

0600-0840 : Breakfast onboard The Golden Chariot en-route to Hassan

Tour1 - Belur and Halebid

0900-0930 : Drive to Halebidu
0930-1030 : Halebidu -Hoysala temple architecture tour
1030-1100 : Drive to Belur
1100-1230 : Belur - Hoysala temple architecture tour
1300-1500 : Lunch onboard

Tour2 - Shravanabelagola

1530-1620 : Drive to Shravanabelagola - Jain pilligrimage centre
1630-1730 : Climb Indragiri Hill to witness the world’s tallest monolith Lord Gommateshwara statue
1730-1800: High Tea
1800-1900: Drive back to The Golden Chariot

0730-0830 : Breakfast onboard The Golden Chariot

Tour 1 - Hampi Sacred Centre

0830-1130 : Drive to Virupaksha temple complex - Hampi Sacred Centre
1300-1500 : Lunch onboard The Golden Chariot

Tour 2 - Royal Centre and Vittala Temple Complex

1500-1900 : Visit to Vittala Temple Complex and Royal centre, Shop and a Tour of the Craft Bazaar Tour of the Craft Bazaar and return to The Golden Chari
2100 : Dinner onboard The Golden Chariot

0600-0800 : Journey to Gadag on The Golden Chariot & Breakfast en–route
0830-1030 : Drive to Hotel Badami Court, Badami

Tour 1 - Pattadakal

1030-1300 : Visit Pattadakal - World Heritage Site
1300-1530 : Relax over lunch and shop at the crafts bazaar in Hotel Badami Court

Tour 2 - Badami Caves

1600-1800 : Visit to the 3rd Century rock cut cave temple at Badami
1800-2000 : Drive back to Gadag
2000 : Departure to Vasco, Goa
2100 : Dinner onboard The Golden Chariot

0730-0930 : Breakfast onboard The Golden Chariot
0930-1030 : Drive to Candolim Beach
1030-1130 : Sun bathe on the pristine beaches
1130-1145 : Drive to Taj Holiday Village
1200-1500 : Lunch at Taj Holiday Village
1500-1600 : Drive to Old Goa
1600-1630 : Visit to Solar De Colasco an Old Portuguese House
1630-1900 : Visit to Basilica of Bom Jesus church of Old Goa - World Heritage site
2100 : Journey back to Bangalore & Dinner onboard The Golden Chariot

1100 : Arrival at Yeshwanthpur Railway Station

The capital of Karnataka is known as the Garden City because of its salubrious climate and greenery. Perched 3,250 feet above sea level, temperatures seldom exceed 30^oC (88^oF).

Founded by Kempegowda, a powerful chieftain, the city is unique with its rich cultural heritage that coexists with its modern day technological and industrial achievements.

Today Bangalore is popularly known as India\'s Silicon Valley.

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 the 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.

Bandipur:
Tread the path of the erstwhile Maharaja of Mysore with a visit to Bandipur, about 80km south of Mysore on the Mysore-Ooty Road. The reserve is a playground for wildlife, with elephants taking the lead role. Be prepared for an unforgettable experience - you might see a tiger prowling amidst the mix of deciduous, evergreen forest and scrubland vegetation. Set against the picturesque backdrop of the enchanting Niligiri mountains with its mist-covered peaks, Bandipur was once the Mysore Maharaja\'s private hunting ground. It was brought under Project Tiger in 1973. This is one of the best game sanctuaries in India to observe and photograph wildlife in close proximity. A temple perched atop Himad Gopalaswamy Hill, the highest peak in the Bandipur range, is worth a visit.

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. A visit to the city conjures up visions of the glory, still evident of the illustrious Wodeyar Kings.

This former state capital still retains its tradition in music and dance, art, literature and its time-honoured crafts.

A 141 kms from Bangalore, the city enchants you with its quaint charm, verdant gardens, tree-lined boulevards and its sacred temples.

Mysore, once the state capital, today is a vibrant city teeming with tourists and 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.

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.

Belur in Hassan district 220 kms from Bangalore and 38 kms from Hassan is famous for its magnificent Hoysala Temple Complex. The Chennakesava Temple here is the major attraction, built by Hoysala Vishnuvardhana, to commemorate his victory over the Cholas.

The facade of the temple is filled with intricate sculptures with no portion left blank. It is the only Hoysala Temple still in active worship.

Halebid
Halebid in Hassan district is 27 kms away from Hassan which was the capital of the Hoysalas. It has one of the finest Hoysala temples. The Hoysaleswara Temple, perched on a star-shaped base amidst lawns, is a sculptural extravaganza.

Its walls are richly carved with an endless variety of Hindu deities, sages, stylized animals, birds and friezes depicting the life of the Hoysala Kings.

Shravanabelagola
Shravanabelagola, 52 km 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. Every 12 years, Jain pilgrims gather here to participate in a splendid head-anointing ceremony.

If dreams were made out of stone, it would be Hampi. 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.

Protected by the tempestuous river Tungabhadra in the north and rocky granite ridges on the other three sides, the ruins silently narrate the story of grandeur splendor and fabulous wealth.

The splendid remains of palaces and gateways of the broken city tells a tale of man\'s infinite talent and power of creativity together with his capacity for senseless destruction. A visit to Hampi is a sojourn into the past. Most of the important structures and ruins are located in two areas, which are generally referred to as the Royal Centre and the Sacred Centre.

A visit to Anegundi village by traversing the gushing Tunga Badra river on a coracle is an experience that provides the guests with a glimpse into the traditional country life in Karnataka

Badami is picturesquely 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
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 used as a ceremonial center where kings were crowned.

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 splendors of its temples, churches and old houses have made Goa a firm favorite with travelers 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. After all, more than anywhere else on planet earth, this is a place where people really know how to relax.

Please note
• 10% Surcharge shall be levied on departure during Christmas/New Year.
• @ 3.09% Service Tax shall be levied on the tariff of Palace on Wheels.
• No charter can be booked during X-Mas & New Year period.
• Tariff Subject to change without notice.

The Tariff includes
• Tariff is inclusive of travel/ catering/ conducted sightseeing/ entrance fee at monuments/ parks/ palaces/ cultural
  programs/ camel ride at Jaisalmer/ boat ride at Udaipur/ rickshaw ride at Bharatpur.

The Tariff does not include
• Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls, video camera fees, Business Car Facilities, liquor and other items of
  personal nature.

Booking Policy In case of FITs
• 50% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking.
• Remaining 50% of ticket value 45 days prior to departure.

In case of Group
• 50% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking.
• Remaining 50% of ticket value 45 days prior to departure.

Cancellation Policy
• Cancellation must be advised by Fax/E-mail/Letter to Indian Legends Holidays. On cancellation, refund will be made.
  Certain amount of the ticket value will be deducted as follows.
 

In case of FITs
• 5% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.
• 20% of ticket value 30-59 days prior to departure.
• 100% of ticket value between less than 30 days prior to departure.

In case of Group
• 10% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.
• 100% of ticket value between 0 to 59 days prior to departure