• Lalbagh Botanical Garden - The tour begins at the historic Lalbagh Botanical Garden, a leading botanical garden in South Asia. Established in 1760 by Hyder Ali as a private pleasure garden, it features one of India’s largest collections of tropical and rare trees. Visitors will delve into the unique trees, flowers, and plants. Lalbagh also houses Bangalore’s only national monument and the iconic Glass House, constructed in 1889.

As the tour progresses through the garden, participants will gain a deeper understanding of Bangalore’s history, from its humble beginnings in pre-medieval times to its transformation into a modern metropolis and the IT outsourcing capital of the world. The city’s fascinating journey from being traded and gifted, fought over and cherished, will be explored.

• Sri Someshwara Swamy Temple - The next stop is one of two ancient Hindu temples, this centuries-old temple features a towering gopura (gateway) that has witnessed the city’s evolution. Exploring this temple offers insights into Hinduism—a religion with a billion followers—its unique attributes, and its diverse gods, while seeking the deity’s blessings.
• Bull Temple - The tour continues to another ancient Hindu temple, home to one of India’s largest monolithic bulls. Visitors will learn about the temple’s intriguing origins. Exploring this temple provides insights into Hinduism—a religion with a billion followers—its unique attributes, and its diverse gods, while seeking the deity’s blessings.
• Bangalore Fort - The modest precincts of this once-mighty fort hold more stories of Bangalore than any other part of the city. Participants will learn about the Battle of Bangalore in 1791, where the local Mysorean army clashed with the British East India Company. The expertly constructed granite walls, intricate stone carvings, stucco artwork, and massive wooden doorways are marvels that have withstood the test of time.
• KR Market - The tour then moves to the oldest part of the city, where KR Market, seemingly frozen in time, embodies the spirit of old Bangalore. Traders of flowers, fruits, vegetables, groceries, and household items have been selling their wares here for centuries. The vibrant sights, sounds, and aromas, along with the bustling energy, are captivating. As the floriculture capital of India, Bangalore offers no better place to experience this than at KR Market.
• MTR - Food is an essential part of the Indian tour experience, and MTR, a century-old iconic eatery, is the perfect place to immerse in local cuisine. Renowned for its exceptional South Indian vegetarian dishes, visitors will enjoy around 20 different items, each showcasing unique tastes, textures, and aromas. While locals queue for a seat, guests will skip the lines and dive into this unforgettable culinary journey.
• Holy Trinity Church - After lunch, the tour explores the British township, established in 1806, a few kilometers from the original city. The visit begins at the largest military church in South India, where notable figures like Winston Churchill once prayed. The church’s walls hold fascinating stories, offering a stark contrast to earlier sites. This site provides insight into why Bangalore has evolved into the city it is today.
• Venkatappa Art Gallery and Government Museum - The Government Archaeological Museum, currently undergoing renovations, is a picturesque Greco-Roman structure built in 1877. Unique artifacts, including hero stones, stone and copper plate inscriptions, and sculptures, highlight the glory of Bangalore, its surroundings, and India as a whole.
• Vidhana Soudha and Attara Kacheri - The majestic Vidhana Soudha is the largest state legislature building in India, despite not being in the largest state. Discover the amusing reason behind this unique situation.

Constructed primarily of granite, marble, and teak wood, the building showcases a blend of several prominent architectural styles from across India. Visitors will learn about the important personalities commemorated by the statues surrounding this impressive structure.

Directly across from Vidhana Soudha stands the stately Pompeian red building, constructed in 1868. Once known as Attara Kacheri, it housed various administrative departments of the Mysore kingdom and now serves as the High Court of Karnataka.

• Bangalore Palace - The comprehensive tour of the city concludes at Bangalore Palace. Visitors will explore the exterior of this stately building, which has served as the Bangalore home of the Wodeyar rulers of the Mysore kingdom since the 1870s. The intriguing story behind the palace’s British-inspired architecture, complete with battlements, turrets, and ivy-clad granite walls, will be discovered.

• Bottled water included
• All entry fees covered
• Guided by a professional English-speaking heritage expert
• Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Central Bengaluru
• Enjoy an authentic local lunch
• Comfortable transport in an air-conditioned car or minivan

• Personal Shopping
• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Gratuities

This extensive tour of Bangalore offers an opportunity to discover the city’s prominent landmarks and lesser-known treasures. Highlights include the historic Sri Someshwara Swamy Temple or Bull Temple, the famous Lalbagh Botanical Garden, the lively KR Market, the remains of Bangalore Fort, Bangalore Palace, the Government Archaeological Museum, an Anglican church, and the iconic Vidhana Soudha and High Court, which are key government buildings. Relish a meal at a century-old renowned restaurant while delving into the historical importance of these sites and their influence on the evolution of modern Bangalore. By the conclusion of the tour, participants will have a profound appreciation of Bangalore’s journey from its modest beginnings to becoming a global technology center.

• Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
• Dress code is smart casual
• Language English only
• A maximum of 8 people per booking
• Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
• Wheelchair not accessible
• Minimum age is 2 years

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.