Add dates

Things to do in Karnataka

Our most recommended things to do in Karnataka

Dudhsagar Waterfall with Spice Farm Tour

1. Dudhsagar Waterfall with Spice Farm Tour

dudhsagar waterfall trip package trip will start at 6.00 am where our driver will pick you up from your hotel or residence. our driver will drop you at the parking area near mollem national park. from the national park you will be transferred to a jeep safari, which will cover 12 kilometers through bhagwan mahavir wildlife sanctuary while crossing numerous small streams. you’ll be able to seek the thrill of adventure and admire the wondrous flora and fauna as you drive across the wilderness in a jeep safari. we also provide one guide who is well versed in hindi & english providing you with every detail of the trip making it an informative plus adventurous experience. you can swim and enjoy the magnificent dudhsagar waterfall for about 2 hours at the foot of the waterfall. you can also watch natural fish in the pond formed at the base of the waterfall. our trip package also includes life jacket fees, forest entry fees, etc. at the base, the waterfall looks like milk flowing down with sheer force. after spending some time at dudhsagar falls, you’ll be taken to the spice plantation trip. spice plantation tour after heading from dudhsagar fall, we will leave for a spice plantation trip which is located nearby. we will provide you with a truly authentic goan meal at the spice plantation where traditional spices and herbs can be found, you have the option to enjoy an elephant ride and shower for an additional fee. among the spices you can find a few plants such as nutmeg, cloves, betel nut trees, cinnamon and other related spices. after having a lunch and enjoying few activities we will head towards old goa church visit to old goa church heritage after having lunch and enjoying a meal at the spice plantation we will take a tour of old goa church which is now a unesco heritage site. we will visit old goa church after lunch at a spice plantation. this church has been declared a unesco world heritage site. goa's patron saint francis xavier's mortal remains are kept in the basilica of bom jesus. visit the museums preserved in the church, and enjoy taking pictures of the old heritage. few additional charges will apply for a walkthrough of the museum, which will be paid on site.

Full-Day Private tour of Mysore from Bangalore

2. Full-Day Private tour of Mysore from Bangalore

The tour starts with a pick up and drive to Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace. Back in the 1700s, this palace used to be the summer residence of the Mysorean ruler, Tipu Sultan. Hear about Tipu Sultan and his rebellion against the British regime from your guide. Notice the Indo-Islamic architecture from up close before moving on to your next destination i.e. Mysore Palace. The Mysore Palace is the official residence of the Wadiyar dynasty in present times. This palace is a mix of Indian and Saracenic design. From the royal wedding hall to the museum, your guide will show you everywhere around the publicly open palace. Next up, you will stop by Chamundeshwari Temple. It is believed that Goddess Durga, a fierce form of Shakti, slayed demon king Mahishasura on this temple's spot. After seeking blessings at the temple, you will be served lunch on a traditional banana leaf. Then for the last part, you will see St. Philomena's Cathedral which is a remarkable gothic-style Catholic church built by the old Wadiyar king. You will be sent back to your hotel as the tour ends.

Panaji: Heritage Walk through Goa's Latin Quarter

3. Panaji: Heritage Walk through Goa's Latin Quarter

Meet your guide at the Panjim Head Post Office near the Mala district of Panjim. Walk through the lesser-known but culturally-rich Fontainhas area of Goa, the oldest and largest Latin quarter in Asia. See heritage homes, appreciate Portuguese architecture, meet friendly locals, and experience the cultural side of Goa. Developed in the late eighteenth century, Fontainhas derived its name - "little fountain" in Portuguese - from the springs found at the base of the Altinho hills. A strong Portuguese influence still prevails in this neighborhood, evident from the architectural style and the road names. Begin your walk at Tobacco Square and trace the arrival of the Portuguese in Goa. Along the way, your knowledgable guide will be happy to share information based on your personal interests. Pass by the small Church of San Thome. Stop into the quaint 31st January Bakery for a quick bite. Take photos against the neighborhood’s colorful backdrop as you make your way to the Chapel of San Sebastian. Explore interesting buildings around Panjim Inn, Fundacao Orient, and Galerie Gitanjali. Lastly, visit a famous Goan musician and learn about the Portuguese influence on Goan music. Before heading back to the meeting point, you can stop by a studio which makes handcrafted ceramic souvenirs.

Bangalore: Full Day City Tour with Lunch

4. Bangalore: Full Day City Tour with Lunch

The first stop of your Bangalore day tour is the 240-acre Lalbagh Botanical Garden. Home to more than 1,800 species of plants, shrubs, and trees, see why the garden serves as the lungs of the city and what makes it such a prominent landmark. Escape the concrete jungle of Bangalore as you take refuge here before heading to your next destination. Continue on to Bull Temple, dedicated to Nandi Bull the vehicle of Lord Shiva. Admire the temple's architecture and presence as one of the oldest temples in Bangalore that draws devotees from all over the country. Enter the temple to see the huge idol of Nandi Bull and learn about its mythical origins.  After the temple, visit Vidhan Soudha, one of the most famous buildings in Bangalore. As it houses the legislative chambers of the state government and is a working office, be impressed by the massiveness of the building while viewing it from outside. Hear about its construction and fine architectural details from your guide.  Head to the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) Bangalore temple cultural complex and learn about this interesting branch of the Hindu religion. Then go to Bangalore Palace which belonged to the Wodeyar Kings of Mysore. Built-in the Tudor style, the palace has fortified towers, battlements, and turrets. Its interior houses elegant wood carvings, floral motifs, relief paintings, and furniture in Edwardian and Victorian themes. Take an audio tour of the palace and hear in rich detail about the lives and times of the kings. During your tour, enjoy a stop for lunch that is included.

Bangalore: Mysore Tour with Lunch and Guide

5. Bangalore: Mysore Tour with Lunch and Guide

The first stop is at the Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan, often called the Tiger of Mysore for his valiant fight with the British. Dariya Daulat Bagh, the Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan, is built in Indo-Sarcenic style and has a few magnificent murals depicting the war of Tipu with the British. The next destination is the notorious Bailey's Dungeon. Colonel Bailey's Dungeon is the famous dungeon where Tipu imprisoned several British Officers during the war. Tales about this notorious location will also be told throughout the tour. The magnificent Mysore Palace beckons you next. The Palace is a 3-storied stone structure, with marble domes and a 145-foot, five-storied tower. Your guided tour of the palace will take you through the Public Hall, Private Hall, Dolls Pavilion, and the Royal Wedding Hall. India’s first sand sculpture museum is the final destination on your tour. Conceived and built by Gowri, a leading sand sculptor, the sand museum took 4 months and 115 loads of construction sand to build. It is a unique museum where one finds the heritage of Mysore crafted into sand, and it is incredible to note that these marvelous pieces of art were made using just sand and water. After you have finished discovering this unique spectacle, you will be returned safely to your point of origin.

Goa Scuba Diving with Water Sports at Grand Island

6. Goa Scuba Diving with Water Sports at Grand Island

Scuba diving is one of the fastest growing extreme sports in the world today. Scuba diving is mainly done for the attraction of undersea world. Hence scuba diving gives you an opportunity to be in that underwater World with marine species for a limited period of time. We provides you an opportunity to perform scuba diving on one of the famous Grand Island of Goa with our PADI certified dive master followed by 5 watersports ride on beach. Parasailing: – Catch a bird eye view of the cost line and enjoy up in the air. As you sail through the wind with parasailing rope attached to it. Jet-ski: – Jet-ski is for all the Adventure enthusiastic who love speed. As you race through the water waves which makes your ride more interesting. Banana ride: – One of the most enjoyable activity, where you have to simply sit on the banana shape tube filled with air. The speed of the boat pulls you towards waves and rider tries to turn the boat upside down. Bumper ride:- Bumper ride is an adventurous water ride in which you are settled in huge rubber that is tied to a speed boat that drag’s you behind it as you go up and down with the waves. Speed boat: – You can enjoy this ride with your family, friends and kids. As it takes you for the round in the sea with the full speed of the boat Include Pick up and drop Breakfast Lunch with chilled beer Training before scuba diving Complimentary video Underwater drive Life jacket and necessary equipment for diving Famous sightseeing by boat Dolphin sporting Exclude Extra drive Wet suit Duration: - 8 hours Pick up: - Calangute, Candolim, Baga, Nagoa, Arpora Timing: - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Bangalore: Private Full-Day City Tour w/ Lunch

7. Bangalore: Private Full-Day City Tour w/ Lunch

In the morning after breakfast, you will be picked up between 8:30 – 9:00am, a chauffeur and guide will pick you up from the hotel for Bangalore sightseeing. With its beautiful gardens, boulevards, wonderful cinema and shopping complexes, the city is full of life and vigor. Start your tour by visiting the ISKCON temple which offers a truly commendable experience to visitors and devotees from a spiritual and architectural perspective. A happy blend of tradition and modernity, the temple is built in a neo-classical style. Later, proceed to the Tipu's Palace which has now been converted into a museum. The two-storied palace is entirely built of teakwood with exquisitely carved pillars, arches and balconies.  Afterwards, move on to visit the Lalbagh Botanical Gardens which houses over 1000 species of plants. You will also find a glass house inspired by the Crystal Palace of England which was built to commemorate the visit of Prince of Wales. After Lalbagh, enjoy lunch at Local Restaurant and then drive to Bangalore Palace. Bangalore Palace was built by Rev. Garrett, who was the first principal of the Central High School in Bangalore, now known as Central College. This tour only includes the outside view of Bangalore Palace. You will also drive past through High court, Cubbon Park & Vidhan Sabha to take a look at this magnificent building. Vidhan Sabha houses the legislative chambers of the state government and presently accommodates around twenty-two departments approximately. Later, visit the old Bull Temple and Gavi Gangadhareshwara. Bull temple is dedicated to a sacred Hindu demi-god, Nandi who is a close devotee and attendant of Shiva and is a fine example of Dravidian-style architecture. Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and was cut out from rocks in the 9th century but later renovated by Kempe Gowda. It houses a unique image of Agni, the God of Fire, probably the only one of its type in all of South India. After visiting the temples, you will be driven back to the hotel/ your residence. Tour order can be changed based on your hotel location.

Private Full day Nandi Hill Excursion with Lunch

8. Private Full day Nandi Hill Excursion with Lunch

Early morning around 6.00 am in summer & 7.00 am in winter, you'll be  picked up from Bangalore Hotel and drive to Nandihill, around 60 -65 km from Bangalore city. The Nandi hill stands at 4,851 feet above sea leval.  On arrival,  enjoy the foggy view of Nandi hill, and later have breakfast in a local restaurant. After breakfast visit the Tipu’s Drop : a 600 meter high cliff face. It is believed that condemned prisoners were pushed to their death here. There are also several beautiful temples including the Gavi Veerbhadra Swamy temple. After a visit to the museum, it's time for Lunch at a local restaurant. After Lunch, visit Amruth Sarovar : a beautiful water lake that brims with lucid water all the year round. Then there's Arkavathi River Origi : Arkavathi River takes its birth on the south-west of the hill.  You will also see a view of beautiful bungalows (built by the British) and impressive laid out gardens. The forests surrounding the hills are bountiful with flora & fauna. During your drive you'll see sunflower gardens and wine yards.   Evening between 4.00 pm - 5.00 pm.  Driver will drop you back at Bangalore Hotel.    

Goa Full-Day Private Tour

9. Goa Full-Day Private Tour

After picking you up up from your hotel, our day will begin with a visit to Shree Manguesh. This famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is located on a hillock surrounded by lush green hills. Though small, it has an air of distinctive elegance. Its lofty white tower at the entrance is a countryside landmark. From there, the Shree Mahalsa is just a short distance away. This temple is a place of worship of one of the manifestations of the god Vishnu. Afterwards, we will visit the Sahakari Spice Farm, found in beautiful lush green surroundings. Then, we will continue to the Basilica of Bom Jesus. Built in the 16th century, this magnificent building is the most popular and famous of all the churches in Goa. The mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier, kept in a silver casket, are enshrined here. The casket was wrought by Goan silversmiths in 1636-37. Dedicated to Infant Jesus, this church is now a World Heritage Monument. From there, we will head to the Se Cathedral. The most imposing of all the churches at Old Goa, its vaulted interior overwhelms visitors with its sheer grandeur. This Cathedral has five bells, among them the famous Golden bell, the biggest in Goa and one of the best in the world. This church is dedicated to St.Catherine of Alexandria. Finally, we will pay a visit to the Church of St.Francis of Assissi. The entrance and the choir were built in the Manueline style, the only fragment of its kind in the East. First built in 1517, it was later rebuilt twice, in 1521 and in 1661. The interior is illustrated with exquisite paintings and the floor has a large number of tombstones with coats-of-arms. The adjacent convent now houses the Archaeological Museum. Experience this and more of Goa's remarkable history, architecture and culture when you come along!

Romantic Dinner Cruise Panjim,Goa

10. Romantic Dinner Cruise Panjim,Goa

Dinner Cruise in Mandovi River Goa Overview Activity Location: Mandovi River Reporting time: 8:30 PM Activity Timings: 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM Duration: 3 hours Pick-up and drop-off locations: Your hotel location must be centrally located in Baga, Calangute, Candolim, Panjim Jetty boarding: 8.30 PM- reporting, 7.30 PM- departure About Dinner Cruise in Mandovi River Goa: Goa is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world. This lively place offers a plethora of tourist attractions and activities to engage in and make the most out of your trip. Among these, a dinner cruise in Mandovi river Goa is a must-to avail experience that offers 2 hours of fun on the top deck. Tingle your taste buds with a delicious and lip-smacking dinner under the dazzling stars and spend a memorable evening with your loved one. Have a fun-filled time by dancing to your favorite songs on the DJ night. Explore some renowned attractions of Goa during the amazing trip on the cruise. About the Activity: Welcome aboard on this cruising and dining experience of 2 hours on river Mandovi. Reach 15 minutes before the boarding time and get ready for this fun-filled experience of dinner cruising in Goa. Witness the serene coastlines of Goa in the moonlight with your dear ones. Spot some prominent landmarks of Goa and catch glimpses of the floating casino while cruising. Show off your dance skills on the popular retro songs and Bollywood numbers with the DJ. The package includes 1 complimentary beverage, snacks, a dinner buffet, and desserts that reflect the Goan flavor and culture. The river cruise route for all the packages takes you from below the Atal Sethu to the mouth of the river Mandovi (entrance of the Arabian sea).

Frequently asked questions about Karnataka

What top attractions are a must-see in Karnataka?

What are the most popular museums and exhibitions in Karnataka?

Other Sightseeing Options in Karnataka

Want to discover all there is to do in Karnataka? Click here for a full list.

What people are saying about Karnataka

Overall rating

4.3 / 5

based on 266 reviews

This trip was so great- from the walk through the botanical garden to the visit to, and history of, multiple shrines, palaces, and the coolest lunch! Divaka was our guide and easily adjusted the day to accommodate our wants- one was to walk a lot- so he made sure we did! He was a master maneuverer around the streets of Bengaluru, sharing information about what horn beeps mean what messages while covering the ferocity of some of the iconic, and not as well known, India leaders who stood up to the oppression of the British government - and did so effectively with their words, not their fists. The tour has something for kids and adults alike! The visits to the shrines and the explanation of what we were seeing, hearing, and experiencing just added to the day, making it so memorable! Divaka also takes lots of pics and then shares them after so you have a lot to choose from- we got some great candid shots! It was such a great day, I learned a lot and it was just such a great conversation!

Really enjoyable day. Going early was great as we bet the crowds. The waterfall looks amazing and you can swim beside it too. The spice farm was excellent. We were shown numerous trees and told about their use and healing benefits. We were provided with a lovely local lunch there too. Our driver was also very nice

Bought 2 eSims for travel to India. Was not sure in the first place as never used a eSim & would work in India. It's a big problem getting a sim card in India except at Delhi airport there a sim store, but still have to wait for 2-3 hrs to be actived.

Our guide was knowledgeable and engaging! The tour included a taste of a traditional sweet at a cute bakery, a stop at a tea shop and a final stop at a guest house where we were treated to a cold beverage and a musician who performed for our group.

Una fila impressionante e folla esagerata

100% recommend. The value for money is excellent. I learned so much and our guide Guarish was very knowledgeable and able to answer any questions.