Mysore, UNESCO Somnathpur Temple & Srirangapatna Full-Day Tour from Bangalore
by Hidden Gems Tours
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This full-day tour lasts about 12 to 13 hours and includes air-conditioned transport with hotel pickup and drop-off from central Bangalore. A dedicated expert guide accompanies the group throughout the day, providing detailed explanations at each site. The tour begins with a visit to a silk cocoon market, where millions of silk cocoons are displayed and the guide explains the process of Mysore silk production from cocoon to yarn to cloth. Next, the group stops at a traditional eatery off the highway for an authentic South Indian breakfast. After breakfast, the tour travels through countryside to the Somnathpur Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its intricate stone carvings dating from the 13th century. The guide describes the temple's architecture and religious significance. The next stop is Mysuru Palace, the former residence of the Maharaja of Mysore. Here, the guide discusses the Wodeyar dynasty and the palace’s architecture and interiors during a 90-minute visit. Following the palace, the group visits Devaraja Market, an 1880s bazaar with shops selling fruits, flowers, spices, and local products like jaggery and attar. The tour then drives to Srirangapatna, a historic river island. Lunch is served beside the River Cauvery in a relaxed setting. After lunch, the tour drives through the Srirangapatna Fort, built in the 1400s and significant for battles between the East India Company and the Kingdom of Mysore. The final stop is Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, Dariya Daulat, built in the 1780s with wooden interiors covered in frescoes and murals depicting battle scenes and decorative motifs. The guide explains the artwork and the history of Tipu Sultan's resistance against colonial forces. The tour concludes with transport back to the Bangalore hotel. Traditional breakfast and lunch are included. The dress code is smart casual.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Silk Cocoon Market
The guide takes the group to a market where sericulturists sell millions of silk cocoons. The guide explains the stages of Mysore silk production, from cocoon to yarn to woven cloth used for garments.
20 min
Traditional Breakfast Stop
The tour detours from the highway to a local eatery that serves authentic South Indian breakfast. The guide introduces the group to local culinary flavors during this meal.
45 min
Chennakeshava Temple
Located off the highway amidst countryside, this 1268 AD UNESCO World Heritage temple features intricate stone carvings and sculptures. The expert guide describes its history, Hindu pantheon, and the meaning behind the carvings during the 1-hour visit.
60 min
Mysuru Palace
The group explores the palace that housed the Maharaja of Mysore, one of the wealthiest rulers of his time. Over 90 minutes, the guide shares the history of the Wodeyar dynasty and details the architecture and interiors of this popular site.
90 min
Devaraja Market
The guide leads a 30-minute walk through this 1880s market known for its traditional atmosphere. Visitors see stalls selling fruits, flowers, vegetables, bangles, jaggery, attar, and spices.
30 min
Lunch by River Cauvery in Srirangapatna
The tour drives to the river island of Srirangapatna for a relaxed lunch at a location beside the River Cauvery, enjoying the setting before continuing the afternoon itinerary.
60 min
Srirangapatna Fort Drive-Through
Srirangapatna is a fortified river island established in the 1400s, significant for historical battles between the East India Company and Mysore. The group drives through the fort area, observing the historic structures during a 15-minute stop.
15 min
Dariya Daulat Palace - Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
This wooden palace from the 1780s is decorated with frescoes and murals depicting battle scenes, floral and geometric patterns, and portraits. The guide explains the artwork and recounts stories of Tipu Sultan’s resistance during the 45-minute visit.
45 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Mysore, UNESCO Somnathpur Temple & Srirangapatna Full-Day Tour from Bangalore
by Hidden Gems Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.₹25,000Overview
This full-day tour lasts about 12 to 13 hours and includes air-conditioned transport with hotel pickup and drop-off from central Bangalore. A dedicated expert guide accompanies the group throughout the day, providing detailed explanations at each site. The tour begins with a visit to a silk cocoon market, where millions of silk cocoons are displayed and the guide explains the process of Mysore silk production from cocoon to yarn to cloth. Next, the group stops at a traditional eatery off the highway for an authentic South Indian breakfast. After breakfast, the tour travels through countryside to the Somnathpur Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its intricate stone carvings dating from the 13th century. The guide describes the temple's architecture and religious significance. The next stop is Mysuru Palace, the former residence of the Maharaja of Mysore. Here, the guide discusses the Wodeyar dynasty and the palace’s architecture and interiors during a 90-minute visit. Following the palace, the group visits Devaraja Market, an 1880s bazaar with shops selling fruits, flowers, spices, and local products like jaggery and attar. The tour then drives to Srirangapatna, a historic river island. Lunch is served beside the River Cauvery in a relaxed setting. After lunch, the tour drives through the Srirangapatna Fort, built in the 1400s and significant for battles between the East India Company and the Kingdom of Mysore. The final stop is Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, Dariya Daulat, built in the 1780s with wooden interiors covered in frescoes and murals depicting battle scenes and decorative motifs. The guide explains the artwork and the history of Tipu Sultan's resistance against colonial forces. The tour concludes with transport back to the Bangalore hotel. Traditional breakfast and lunch are included. The dress code is smart casual.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Silk Cocoon Market
The guide takes the group to a market where sericulturists sell millions of silk cocoons. The guide explains the stages of Mysore silk production, from cocoon to yarn to woven cloth used for garments.
20 min
Traditional Breakfast Stop
The tour detours from the highway to a local eatery that serves authentic South Indian breakfast. The guide introduces the group to local culinary flavors during this meal.
45 min
Chennakeshava Temple
Located off the highway amidst countryside, this 1268 AD UNESCO World Heritage temple features intricate stone carvings and sculptures. The expert guide describes its history, Hindu pantheon, and the meaning behind the carvings during the 1-hour visit.
60 min
Mysuru Palace
The group explores the palace that housed the Maharaja of Mysore, one of the wealthiest rulers of his time. Over 90 minutes, the guide shares the history of the Wodeyar dynasty and details the architecture and interiors of this popular site.
90 min
Devaraja Market
The guide leads a 30-minute walk through this 1880s market known for its traditional atmosphere. Visitors see stalls selling fruits, flowers, vegetables, bangles, jaggery, attar, and spices.
30 min
Lunch by River Cauvery in Srirangapatna
The tour drives to the river island of Srirangapatna for a relaxed lunch at a location beside the River Cauvery, enjoying the setting before continuing the afternoon itinerary.
60 min
Srirangapatna Fort Drive-Through
Srirangapatna is a fortified river island established in the 1400s, significant for historical battles between the East India Company and Mysore. The group drives through the fort area, observing the historic structures during a 15-minute stop.
15 min
Dariya Daulat Palace - Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
This wooden palace from the 1780s is decorated with frescoes and murals depicting battle scenes, floral and geometric patterns, and portraits. The guide explains the artwork and recounts stories of Tipu Sultan’s resistance during the 45-minute visit.
45 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.