Daily
FROM USD 840 PP
07 Days / 06 Nights
South India Homestay
A popular choice for the right traveler, Indian Homestays provides travelers with the authenticity of staying in a popular Indian accommodation without comprising the services of a 5 star Hotel. Along with a personalized touch to its Indian hospitality, our finest selection of Homestay across South India offers comfort along with a distinction of local knowledge, necessary for our travelers. Our selections in the regions of Bangalore, Mysore & Ooty, all are offered with a distinct selection of Homestays which serve our travelers with the richest of South Indian cultures whilst never compromising upon the local taste & sounds of India.
ETA flight to be advised Upon arrival in capital city of Bangalore you will be met / greeted & welcomed by our manager and then transferred to Hotel for checkin.
Overnight : Homestay In Bangalore9am. After breakfast, we begin your half day tour of Bangalore visiting inside a beautiful colonial styled St Marks Cathedral that was consecrated by bishop of Calcutta in 1816. Next we walk thru Queens Park area to witness the famed Queen Victoria Statue and father of our nation Mahatma Gandhi Statue. Continuing tour & pass by a red colored colonial-era building of Government Archaeological Museum and visit inside. This 1877-built museum houses rare collection of ancient coins and artifacts dating back 5000Yr old Indus Valley Civilization. Later we continue to visit the heart of city Cubbon Park that has famed Bangalore as the ‘Garden City of India’. The park stretches over 300acres and houses various Government Buildings for you to explore (from outside). Here we witness a Dravidian style building Vidhana Soudha aka the seat of state legislature, and red stoned High Court built in a Graeco-roman architecture. Continuing drive across four decade old M. Chinnaswamy Cricket Stadium home of team ‘Royal Challengers Bangalore’. Stroll down to MG Road named after initials of father of nation Mahatma Gandhi. Being the busiest roads in the city, it offers everything from traditional souvenirs, theatres to colonial café shops. Here enjoy time at leisure, once ready we return to Hotel for rest.
Overnight : Homestay In Bangalore8am. After breakfast/check-out we drive you to the city of palace Mysore that is set in the base of Chamundi Hills and one of India’s famed heritage city. Enroute we visit deserted town of Srirangapatnam located on an island in the holy Kaveri River. Here we tour inside an ancient Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple consecrated in 984AD and dedicated to Hindu ‘Lord Vishnu’- the protector of universe. Here we also visit an impeccably detailed Mausoleum of Tipu Sultan aka the ruler of Kingdom of Mysore (1782-1799). Afterwards we continue drive to Mysore. Upon arrival you will be met by our representative for check-in at Hotel.
Rest of the day free to relax or do your own activities
Overnight : Homestay In Mysore9pm. We begin your morning sightseeing tour of heritage city of Mysore. We visit inside Mysore Palace - the official residence of ‘Royal Family of Mysore’ who ruled the princely state 1399 to 1950. The palace is an Indo-Saracenic masterpiece, having blends of Hindu, Muslim, Rajput, and Gothic styles. Inside we explore its Museum housing some of world oldest artifacts and an intriguing collection of 700-plus ancient weapons. Next we take you to Chamundi Hill at a height of over 1000mtr and visit inside sacred Chamundershwari Temple dedicated to Hindu ‘Goddess Durga’ aka the great divine mother, and a 350yr old Bull Temple of ‘Nandi’ that serves as the vehicle of Lord Shiva – the creator and lord of universe. Once uphill we also enjoy panoramic sunset views of the city. Later we return to Hotel.
Rest of the day free to relax or do your own activities
Overnight : Homestay In Mysore8am. After breakfast/check-out we drive you to Ooty Hill Station located in the Nilgiri Hills of Western Ghats. Often called as ‘Queen of Hill Stations’, Ooty is a blend of Indian bustle and ancient temples with natural flora and charming British Raj Era houses. Upon arrival you will be met by our representative for check-in at Hotel.
Rest of the day free to relax or do your own activities
Overnight : Homestay In Ooty9am. Today morning we drive you to the highest mountain in Nilgiri Hills Doddabetta situated over 2600mtrs, and enjoy leisure time picturing panoramic scenery around. Here we visit the Telescopic Observatory. Later return to Hotel.
Rest of the day free to relax or do your own activities
Overnight : Homestay In OotyETD flight to be advised you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Bangalore Airport to connect your onward flight back home.