• Government Cocoon (Silk) Market, Ramanagara - The journey begins at a silk cocoon market, where sericulturists present millions of silk cocoons for sale. It’s a truly remarkable sight. With insights from an expert guide, visitors will learn about the various stages of the renowned Mysore silk production — from cocoon to yarn, which is then woven into cloth before becoming a wearable garment.
• Maddur Tiffany’s - Food is a vital part of the Indian cultural experience, so the tour starts early with a detour from the highway to a traditional eatery offering authentic local breakfast. Here, the guide will lead a delightful culinary journey.
• Somnathpur Temple - The tour takes a scenic detour through lush countryside to reach this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage temple from 1268 AD. It features some of the most exquisite stone carvings and sculptures. The expert guide will share its history, Hinduism, its pantheon of gods, and the context of each beautiful carving.
• Mysuru Palace - This bejeweled palace is one of the most visited sites in India and was once home to one of the wealthiest individuals in the world, the Maharaja of Mysore. The expert guide will provide insights into the Wodeyar rulers and their significant contributions to putting this region on the global map as visitors leisurely explore the interiors and exteriors of this dazzling palace.
• Devaraja Market - The expert guide will lead a stroll through an 1880s market frozen in time. As visitors walk back in time, they can marvel at the sights, smells, and sounds of the shops and people in the bazaar selling the finest fruits, flowers, vegetables, bangles, and local produce such as Jaggery, Attar, Masalas, etc.
• Hotel Mayura Riverview - From Mysore, the tour proceeds to the historic river island of Srirangapatana. Here, a relaxed and sumptuous lunch is enjoyed in a picturesque setting by the flowing waters of the River Cauvery.
• Srirangapatna Fort - Srirangapatna is a river island coveted for millennia due to its strategic location, with the river serving as a natural barrier. The Srirangapatna Fort, established in the 1400s, served as the residence for the ruling class within its fortified precincts. This location gained global attention when the East India Company and the Kingdom of Mysore clashed four times over four decades.

Driving through the fort and taking in the sights offers a fascinating glimpse into what it feels like to be inside one of the few ‘living’ forts in India.

• Dariya Daulat Palace - Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace - The final stop is the exquisite 1780s wooden palace of Tipu Sultan, where every inch of its interiors features delicate frescoes and murals of evocative battle scenes, floral and geometric patterns, and portraits. The expert guide will provide context to each hand-painted artwork and share stories of the valiant efforts of this ruler, the Tiger of Mysore, against the colonial powers of the time.

• Tour in comfort in an A/C vehicle
• Taste the flavors of South India with a traditional breakfast
• Taste the flavors of South India with a traditional lunch
• Enjoy the advantage of having an erudite guide for the full duration of the tour
• Hassle free pick up and drop off included
• All Monument entry fees and Admission tickets

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

Discover the top three essential sites to visit in the Mysore region within a single day.

Benefit from the company of an expert guide throughout the day, rather than short-term local guides at each monument.

Savor a traditional breakfast and lunch during this tour.

Experience convenient round-trip A/C transportation from your centrally located Bangalore hotel.

• Dress code is smart casual

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