Enjoy a memorable day trip from crowded Bengaluru to the city of royalty Start early from your hotel and relax on a 3 5-hour drive to Mysore
Your friendly local guide will walk you through the splendid buildings of the Mysore Palace and the Gothic-inspired St Philomena's Cathedral You will also have a chance to visit the Chamundeshwari Temple, located atop the Chamundi Hills, for a fascinating history of the people of Mysore
Start your day trip with an early morning pickup from your hotel Sit back and relax on your drive to Mysore, which will take approximately 3-4 hours (depending on your pick up location and road conditions) Mysuru, formerly known as Mysore, is famous for its World Heritage buildings Your first stop is the magnificent Mysuru Palace Home of the Wodeyar dynasty, this grand palace is embellished with stained glass, majestic wooden doors, and intricate mosaic tiles A fine collection of armors, sculptures, and paintings add to the glamour Spend up to 1 5 hours exploring the Palace with your guide, building up an appetite for a traditional vegetarian lunch at a local's favorite spot
Next, head to the Chamundeswari Temple, located atop a hill Dedicated to a form of Shakti, the goddess is revered by Hindus across the region The location offers stunning views of the Karnataka countryside Lastly, visit St Philomena's Cathedral which was built in 1941 Constructed in a Neo-Gothic style, its architecture is said to be inspired by the Cologne Cathedral in Germany and is one of the tallest churches in Asia
At the end of the tour, drive back towards Bengaluru where you will be dropped off at your hotel around 6:30-7 PM