DAY - 1
FLY TO BANGLORE :
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Bengalaru (Bangalore) with British Airways. (N)
DAY - 2
SRIRANGAPATNA • MYSORE :
On arrival in Bengaluru, transfer to the hotel for an early lunch. Continue to Mysore, visiting the island fortress of Srirangapatna en route. Stay 2 nights at the Hotel. (L)
DAY - 3
MYSORE :
Morning exploration of the Maharajah's Palace, which displays a synthesis of Hindu and
Saracenic architecture. This evening take an optional walking tour of Mysore and learn about the opulent lives of the Maharajas*. (B)
DAY - 4
NAGARHOLE NATIONAL PARK :
Travel to Kabini to explore Nagarhole National Park, home to over 400 tigers and the world's largest congregation of Asiatic elephants. Take a boat safari on the Kabini river. Stay 2 nights at Hotel. (B, L, D)
DAYS - 5
NAGARHOLE NATIONAL PARK :
Morning 4x4 safari to explore the park further. As well as the sizeable tiger and elephant
populations, leopards, dhole and sloth bears also reside in the park along with over 300 species of birds. In the afternoon, take a further 4x4 safari (optional). (B, L, D)
DAYS - 6
KODAGU :
Drive to Kodagu (Coorg) for 2 nights at the Hotel, set on a hillside and
surrounded by a 180-acre rainforest. This afternoon take a guided tour of the estate. (B)
DAYS - 7
KODAGU :
Immerse yourself further in the culture of Kodagu by spending the day with a local Kodava family, a community which is known for its expertise in agriculture, warfare and sports. Enjoy a traditional lunch and interact with your hosts in an authentic home overlooking verdant plantations and valleys. (B, L)
DAYS - 8
CHIKMAGLUR :
Drive to Chikmaglur and overnight at the Resort. Visit the Hoysala
temple complexes of Belur and Halebid, some of the finest examples of Hindu artistic and cultural development in India. (B)
DAYS - 9
HAMPI :
Upgrade to the exceptional Ultimate Travelling Camp, Kishkinda Camp (luxury suite tent). Rest of the day at leisure. (B)
DAYS - 10
HAMPI :
Visit the ruins of the Vijayanagara empire at Hampi, once the capital of one of the largest
Hindu empires in Indian history. The ruins are set in a mystical boulder-strewn landscape interspersed with groves of coconut palms. (B)
DAYS - 11
HAMPI :
Explore the quaint village of Anegundi, known for its artisans and social enterprises. Climb
Anjaneya hill, allegedly the birthplace of Lord Hanuman, and visit the monkey temple. Afternoon at leisure. Head to Hemakuta hill in the early evening to watch the sunset over Hampi. (B)
DAYS - 12
HYDERABAD :
Take an optional sunrise climb of Matanaga hill, which offers superb views of Hampi. Rest of the morning at leisure. This afternoon fly to Hyderabad for 2 nights at the Hotel.
DAYS - 13
HYDERABAD :
Visit the monumental Golconda fort, originally built in 1518. Later explore the old city of
Hyderabad; highlights include the magnificent Chowmahalla Palace complex, the lively Laad bazaar and the Char Minar, a masterpiece of Qutub Shahi architecture. (B)
DAYS - 14
FLY TO LONDON :
Transfer to the airport for the early morning British Airways flight to London. (B)
