Overview

Explore the richness of India's rare and unique natural treasures by opting this package. You will be visiting some of the extremely famous wildlife reserves such as the Nagarhole national park and Bandipur national park, Bannerghatta national park, Ranganathittu bird sanctuary. The tour will also include the famous destinations of South India such as Bangalore, Mysore and Ooty. Another attraction is a visit to a nomadic village in Ooty.

Highlights

  • Guided tours to Bangalore attractions.
  • Wildlife safari at Bannerghatta National Park.
  • Visit the children’s corner, the reptile house and the Snake Park at Bannerghatta.
  • Evening visit to the Brindavan Gardens, Mysore.
  • Boat ride and Bird watching Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary.
  • Fun activities at Balmurli Falls, Srirangapatna.
  • Spotting wildlife at Nagarhole National Park.
  • Wildlife safari into the Bandipur National Park.
  • Visit to Doddabetta park and tea plantations in Ooty.
  • Observe nomadic lifestyle of Todas in a village of Ooty.

Itinerary

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Bangalore

Day 02: Excursion tour to Bannerghatta

Day 03: Bangalore – Mysore (140 Kms / 3.5 hrs)

Day 04: Day visit to Ranganathittu

Day 05: Mysore – Nagarhole (90 Kms/ 2.5 hrs)

Day 06: Nagarhole National Park

Day 07: Nagarhole – Bandipur (90 Kms/ 2.5 hrs)

Day 08: Bandipur

Day 09: Bandipur – Ooty (45 Kms / 01 hrs)

Day 10: Ooty

Day 11: Ooty – Bangalore (270 Kms / 6.5 hrs)

Details Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Bangalore

In time arrive at Bangalore International Airport. Upon your arrival, you will get an assisted transfer to your hotel. Later in the afternoon (if time permits) step out of your house to explore the Garden City of Bangalore. You may cover attractions like Lal Bagh, Vidhana Soudha, Bangalore Palace etc.  Overnight stay.

 

Day 02: Excursion tour to Bannerghatta

After breakfast, leave for enjoying a wildlife safari at Bannerghatta National Park, popular for housing tigers and lions, rescued from circuses of India. During your safari, you are going to cover wild animals which will include tigers, lions, leopards, elephants, several species of deer and other animals too. Do not miss visiting the Children’s Corner, the Reptile House and the Snake Park. Back to Bangalore for an overnight stay.

 

Day 03: Bangalore – Mysore (140 Kms / 3.5 hrs)

After breakfast, begin your road journey towards for Mysore, referred to as the "Scotland of India." On reaching, complete the check-in formalities at your hotel. Later, leave for sightseeing that will include the Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, the Brindavan Gardens. During the evening the garden looks beautiful with musical fountains and colorful lights. Overnight stay.

 

Day 04: Day visit to Ranganathittu

After breakfast, enjoy day trip to Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary. Also referred to as Paksi Kashi of Karnataka, it is located on the banks of river Kaveri. Indulge in bird watching that will include both home and migratory birds. The avifauna species you can spot include storks, herons, cormorants, egrets, darters, kingfishers and more. Along with this, you will also see crocodiles and otters in action. Enjoy a boat ride along the river. Later, visit Balmurli Falls, a popular picnic spot. Return to Mysore for an overnight stay.

 

Day 05: Mysore – Nagarhole (90 Kms/ 2.5 hrs)

After breakfast, hit the road to go to Nagarhole National Park, towards the south of Mysore. Known for a healthy tiger-predator ratio. After arrival, check- in at the jungle lodge. Have your lunch and later leave for nature walk, exploring the lush greenery around you. Overnight stay.

 

Day 06: Nagarhole National Park

Full day fixed for the morning and, later, evening wildlife safaris to the park. You are going to spot a variety of animals and birds, include Gaur, deer, sambar, chital, elephants, leopard, monkeys, squirrels, Malabar grey hornbill, white cheeked barbet etc. Stay overnight.

 

Day 07: Nagarhole – Bandipur (90 Kms/ 2.5 hrs)

Today, after breakfast, drive eastwards of Nagarhole towards Bandipur National Park, former private hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Mysore. In the year 1973, it was declared as a tiger reserve. On arrival, check into a lodge. Enjoy a nature walk around your lodge. Overnight stay.

 

Day 08: Bandipur

Full day fixed for a wildlife safari into the Bandipur National Park, post-breakfast and post-lunch. During the safari, you are going to spot various species of animals such as Indian elephants, gaurs, tigers, sloth bears, chital, gray langurs, Indian giant squirrels and around 220 species of birds. Overnight stay.

 

Day 09: Bandipur – Ooty (45 Kms / 01 hrs)

After breakfast & checkout, hit the road to Ooty, a beautiful hill town in Tamil Nadu, referred to as ‘Queen of Hill Stations’. Complete the check-in formalities, once you arrive in. After lunch, leave for exploring the tourist spots like the Botanical garden, Doddabetta Park and Tea plantations. Stay overnight.

 

Day 10: Ooty

After breakfast, enjoy excursion to a Toda Tribal village, inhabited by the Todas which is a pastoral community. Observe the daily lifestyle of people. Shop for their handicrafts and hand- woven shawls in bright colors such as red, white and black colors. If you want then you can visit the local Dairy Temple, made in a cone shape. Back to Ooty for an overnight stay.

 

Day 11: Ooty – Bangalore (270 Kms / 6.5 hrs)

In time transfer to Bangalore airport to board on flight for onward destination.

 

Note: This is just a suggested itinerary indicative of what could be possible. We tailor holidays for your specific needs. Contact us if you want modifications so that we could tailor a holiday to suit your need for an unforgettable India tour.

Inclusions/Exclusions

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

  • Accommodation on bed & breakfast basis based on double/twin occupancy.
  • Excursions and touring as specified in itinerary, all on private basis.
  • All airport and ground transportation on private basis.
  • Driver allowance and all presently applicable taxes.
 
*Not included: gratuities, visas (if applicable), international or internal flights, meals and drinks not described, items of a personal nature.

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