Private Custom Tour: Mysore (Mysuru) Sightseeing with Guide
Join us for the private full-day sightseeing tour to the most cleanest and well-planned city of India- Mysore / Mysuru. Known as the cultural capital of the state Karnataka, this city has huge historical, cultural, political as well as political significance. The architecture of forts and religious sites will leave you awestruck with its beauty and precision. Explore this beautiful city in air-conditioned transport, accompanied by a professional guide to ensure a memorable experience.
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Mysuru day trip from Bengaluru
Mysuru day trip from Bengaluru
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What's included in Private Custom Tour: Mysore (Mysuru) Sightseeing with Guide
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Mysuru Palace
The Palace was built in 1912, at a cost of Rs.41.50 lakhs in the Indo-Saracenic style, a combination of Hindu and Saracenic features. The construction of the new palace was started in 1897, after the old wooden palace was caught in an accidental fire. Henry Irwin was the architect, and E.W. Fritchley worked as a consulting Engineer. The elevation is composed of intricately detailed and variegated elements - a profusion of rounded and slightly carved arches, canopies, slender columned colonnades, some with Hindu features in Rajput style, the intricately executed multiple mouldings, marble architraves, stained glass pavilion, durbar halls, panels, fine carvings of birds, foliage, animals in Hoysala style. It is closed only one day of the year, i.e., on the day of the Dussehra Procession. Timings: Daily 10 am to 5.30 pm.
Srirangapatnam Fort
The island fortress of the legendary Warrior-King Tipu Sultan, Srirangapatna is just 16 km from Mysuru city. The River Kaveri engulfs the town from all sides and creates unique island fortress which impenetrable. Inside the fortress is Tipu's mosque with its twin minarets, the celebrated Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Tipu's Summer Palace, the Wellesley Bridge, and the dungeons where British officers were once imprisoned. Equally impressive is the ornate white-domed Gumbaz, an imposing structure with doors of ebony inlaid with ivory and lacquered with Tipu's tiger-striped emblem. About 1 km to the east of the fort is Tipu's Summer Palace (known as the Daria Daulat Bagh) set amidst a lovely garden. The renowned Nimishambha (incarnation of Mother Parvathi) Temple on the banks of the river is located about 2 km from the town. The Wellesly Bridge was built by Dewan Poorniah in 1804 was named after Governor General Marquis of Wellesley, clearly proves a point about the abilities of constructing infrastructure for the long haul. The bridge stands tall, as a testimony to the folks who visualized the same.
Daria Daulat Bagh
Daria Daulat Bagh is a palace situated in the city of Srirangapatna, near Mysore in southern India. It is mostly made out of teakwood. Srirangapatna is an island in the river Kaveri, about 14 km from Mysore. In Srirangapatna is the Dariya Daulat Palace that is set amidst beautiful gardens called Daria Daulat Bagh.
Inclusions
- Bottled water (provided in tour vehicle)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry charges at monuments
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Additional Information
Complimentary pick-up from & drop at any Hotel / Vacation rental / Guest house in Mysore / Mysuru city location. Supplement applicable for airport pick-up and/or drop.
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Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. • Entrance tickets are not included in the tour price (however the guide will help the guests in procuring the tickets, so that they don't have to stand in a queue). As on 01Jan2025, cost of entrance tickets per adult is: Mysore / Mysuru Palace: Rs 1000 per person Daria Daulat Bagh: Rs 250 per person • Contact info: Mobile +91-9810311292 or email [email protected] • Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time. • Air-conditioner in vehicle will run as per driver's discretion - the driver has to switch-off AC on inclines so as not to overload engine.
