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Empires RediscoveredDuration :- 14 Days / 13 Nights Destinations Covered :- Mumbai - Bangalore - Mysore - Belur - Halebid - Hassan - Hospet - Hampi - Aihole - Pattadaakal - Hospet - Bangalore - Goa - Mumbai (with 02 NTS \ 03 DAYS Extensions of Aurangaba) The princely capitals of the Maharaja's with their magnificent remains of once powerful Hindu Kingdoms, contrast dramatically with the cool , mist- shrouded hill stations of the British Raj , states tales of courage and valour, tales of sacrifice and wars. all these and more told from the sight of the forts, welcome to Karnataka, the lost empire. Once the golden cities of the south, today stand in ruins a mute reminder to the glorious past that was ruled by the mighty Tipu and known as Deccan. After relinquishing in the history of Karnataka, go on to live and witness the carefree life of Goa. Take an extension to watch the marvel in rocks created centuries ago, the world heritage site of Ajanta and Ellora.  Day 01 MumbaiArrive and transfer to Hotel for an overnight stay. Day 02 Mumbai - Banglore - Mysore Transfer to airport to leave by air for Bangalore. Upon arrival after a short orientation tour of city transfer to Mysore.Arrive and stay at Hotel. Day 03 Mysore Morning visit Maharaja's Palace and Museum - built in the Indo-Saracenic style. Its an imposing structure standing the heart of the city and is one of the largest of its kind in India. It was formerly the residence of Wodeyar family. The Palace is a breathtaking sight particularly on Sundays & public holidays when it is illuminated.Afternoon at leisure.Overnight stay at hotel. Day 04 Mysore - Hassan Morning leave by road to Hassan.Arrive and stay at Hotel.Afternoon visit Belur & Halebid to see the Hoysala Temples famous for their intricately carved sculptures and friezes, interior, pillars and exquisite panels.Overnight stay at hotel. Day 05 Hassan - Bangalore Morning leave by road for Bangalore- THE GARDEN CITY. Enroute visit Sravanabelagola. Wedged between two stark rocky hills, on the top of one of the hills is the towering monolithic statue of Gomateshwara 17.5 mtrs. in height carved out of a single rock.Arrive and stay at Hotel. Day 06 Bangalore - Hospet Morning half day city tour visiting Vidhan Soudha a four storeyed spacious granite structure in the Neo Dravidian style. Housing the legislative chambers of the State Government, this 46 mtrs. high seat of the Government is Bangalore's best know landmark. Visit the Lal Bagh-these gardens spread over 240 acres were laid out by Haider Ali and further developed by Tipu Sultan in the 18th century. It is one of the best botanical gardens in the country, a paradise with rare trees brought from Persia, Afghanistan and France.Evening transfer to Railway Station to leave for Hospet by Bangalore Hubli Hampi Express at 2225 hrs. by 2nd AC Sleeper.  Day 07 Hospet Arrive at 0750 hrs. and transfer to Hotel.Full day visit to witness magnificent ruins of Hampi (11 km.) and grand renaissance in art and architecture spread over 26 sq kms. The most exciting aspect is that excavations are still going on.Overnight stay at hotel. Day 08 Hospet - Aihole - Hospet - Banglore Full day excursion to Aihole-a picturesque village known as cradle of Hindu temple architecture and over 100 temples scattered all over the village & Pattadakal which like Hampi is on the world Heritage map of UNESCO.Evening transfer to Railway Station to leave for Bangalore by Hubli Bangalore Hampi Express at 2010 hrs. by 2nd AC Sleeper (overnight on board). Day 09 Bangalore - Goa Arrive at 0615 hrs. and transfer to airport to leave by air for Goa.Arrive and transfer to Hotel. Afternoon relax on the beach.Overnight stay at hotel.  Day 10 Goa Morning half day visit to Panjim City-Panjim, a former fishing Village, was made the capital of Goa by royal decree from the court of Lisbon. It's spread around 'Altinho' meaning hillock, a residential area with Portuguese style bungalows where the dominant structure is the Patriarch's Palace with the statue of Christ the King on its lawns. From Altinho one gets a panoramic view of Panjim.The oldest monument in Panjim is the 'Idalco' or Adil Shah's Palace built in 1490 and there is also the beautiful Church of our Lady of Immaculate Conception.Afternoon half day visit to Miramar Beach and proceed onwards to Dona Paula en route the Quaint fishing village of Caranzalem. The Dona Paula Bay overlooks Marmagoa, the largest natural harbour in India and the expanse of the Arabian Sea.On the return, drive down through 'Fountainhes' with its Latin atmosphere and quaint houses to Old Goa, the heartland of ancient Christianity, once a bustling metropolis now in ruins. Visit the beautiful Basilica of Bom Jesus where the incorruptable body of St.Francis Xavier is enshrined in a silver casket. The majestic Se Cathedral, the largest church in Goa, with its booming golden bell and other churches then onto the bustling city of Mapusa noted for its colorful Friday Market.Overnight stay at Hotel. Day 11 Goa Relax on the Beach.Overnight stay at hotel. Day 12 Goa Relax on the Beach.Overnight stay at hotel. Day 13 Goa - Mumbai Transfer to airport to leave by air for for Mumbai.Arrive and transfer to Hotel. Day 14 Mumbai - Aurangabad Morning half day city tour visiting Prince of Wales Museum housing collection of Indo Saracenic architecture, Flora Fountain, Victoria Terminus, St. Thomas Cathedral, Crawford Market, Malabar Hill and the Hanging Gardens.Transfer to International airport to fly back home\ onward destination. OR WITH 02 NTS \ 03 DAYS EXTENSION OF AURANGABAD Transfer to airport to leave by air for Aurangabad.Arrive and transfer to Hotel.Afternoon city sightseeing of Ellora Caves-unlike Ajanta, Ellora's shrines are not exclusively Buddhist, but of the Hindu and Jain faiths as well. Day 15 Aurangabad Full day tour of Ajanta Caves visiting 2000 year old 30 rock-hewn caves where paintings recount the life of Lord Buddha and the tales of this prince's earthly experiences. Day 16 Aurangabad - Mumbai Transfer to airport to leave for Mumbai.Arrive and transfer to International airport to fly back home\ onward destination |
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