Welcome to India! Upon landing in Bangalore (Bengaluru), an Active India representative will greet you with a traditional welcome and assist with your hotel transfer. Once settled, your representative will provide an overview of the itinerary and any necessary documents. Spend the day at leisure, or explore the bustling Krishna Rajendra (KR) Market—a vibrant hub of wholesale goods and a paradise for photographers.

Begin your day immersed in Bangalore’s rich culture and history with a visit to the iconic Bull Temple, where the massive Nandi statue holds spiritual and architectural significance. Meander through the verdant Lalbagh Botanical Garden, an oasis of serenity brimming with exotic flora and rare plant species. Step into Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, a masterpiece of Indo-Islamic design with intricate teak carvings that whisper tales of royal grandeur. Complete the experience with a visit to the mystical Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple, famed for its celestial alignments. En route, marvel at the imposing state legislative assembly and the Hall of Justice—symbols of Karnataka’s contemporary and historic significance.

Dive into Bangalore’s artistic heritage with a visit to Pottery Town, where you can shape clay alongside skilled artisans. Wander the rustic lanes brimming with fresh earthenware and intricate designs. Continue to a handloom unit to witness traditional textile weaving and printing. The rest of the day is yours to explore at your pace.

Travel to Mysore, stopping at Channapatna, the “Wooden Toy Village,” where age-old craftsmanship thrives. Upon reaching Mysore, the “City of Palaces,” visit the Sandalwood and Agarbati factories to admire intricately carved artifacts.

Start your day at the majestic Mysore Palace, a harmonious blend of Hindu and Saracenic architecture. Ascend Chamundi Hill to see a temple dedicated to Goddess Durga and a monolithic granite statue of Nandi. Later, wander through Mysore’s lively vegetable and fruit markets and explore the city’s famous crafts, from printed silk to sandalwood carvings.

En route to Hassan, visit Shravanabelagola, a Jain pilgrimage site featuring a towering monolithic statue of Gommateshvara Bahubali. Afterward, continue to Hassan, where you’ll visit a local school and settle in for the night.