Sacred Karnataka: An 8-Day Temple & Heritage Trail

Morning:

• Arrive in Bangalore.
• Lal Bagh Botanical Garden – A historic garden with a famous Glass House and rare plant species.
• Bull Temple – Home to a massive monolithic Nandi statue, a revered pilgrimage site.
• Vidhana Soudha – An architectural marvel housing the Karnataka State Legislature.

Afternoon:

• Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum – Interactive exhibits showcasing science and engineering innovations.

Evening:

• ISKCON Temple – A grand Krishna temple known for its spiritual ambiance and architecture (Old or New temple).
• Visit nearest mall.
• Overnight stay in Bangalore.

Morning:

• Depart from Bangalore to Srirangapatna (2 hours). Visit Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace.

Afternoon:

• Continue to Mysore (30 mins).
• Explore the Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills.

Evening:

• Visit Brindavan Gardens and enjoy the light and sound fountains.

Morning:

• Visit Shravanabelagola, home to the majestic Gommateshwara Statue.
• Drive to Halebidu and explore the intricate Hoysaleswara Temple.

Afternoon:

• Proceed to Belur to visit the stunning Chennakesava Temple, known for its detailed carvings.

Evening:

• Continue to Hassan for an overnight stay.

Morning:

• Drive to Kukke Subramanya (2 hours) and visit the Subramanya Temple, revered for serpent worship.
• Proceed to Dharmasthala (1.5 hours) and visit the Manjunatheshwara Temple and Bahubali Statue.

Afternoon:

• Continue to Horanadu (3.5 hours) and

Evening:

• Overnight in Horanadu

Morning:

• Visit the Annapoorneshwari Temple, nestled amidst scenic hills.
• Drive to Sringeri (2 hours)
• Visit the Sharada Peetham and Vidya Shankara Temple.

Afternoon:

Evening:

• Proceed to Udupi (2.5 hours)
• Overnight in Udupi.

Morning:

• Explore the famous Sri Krishna Temple and Later back to Hotel and have Breakfast.
• Drive to Kollur (1.5 hours) to visit the Mookambika Temple, a prominent Shakti shrine.

Afternoon:

• Proceed to Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple via a ferry ride across the Sharavathi River.

Evening:

• Continue to Murdeshwar (3 hours)
• Enjoy the beach views.
• Overnight in Murdeshwar.

Morning:

• Explore the towering Murdeshwar Temple and the majestic Shiva Statue.
• Drive to Gokarna (2 hours)

Afternoon:

• Visit Mahabaleshwar Temple and Om Beach and drive back to Murdeshwar.

Evening:

• Overnight stay in Murdeshwar.

Morning:

• Morning checkout from hotel and proceed to Bangalore (500Kms / 11 Hrs).

Evening:

• Arrive in Bangalore and board your train or flight.