Karnataka is known for its rich culture and heritage and is home to many heritage sites, vast open spaces, diverse wildlife, and so much more! Whether you want a peaceful getaway or one full of cultural experiences, plan a trip to Karnataka, where you would find it all! Holidify's numerous Karnataka tour packages are ideal for all kinds of travellers!
Destinations like Mysore, Bangalore, Coorg, Hampi, Gokarna, Chikmagalur and Udupi are ones that you must surely visit when in Karnataka. The best time to visit is between October and April when the weather is pleasant. Bangalore, called the "Garden City of India" and "Silicon Valley of India," is the capital city dotted with lush green gardens, palaces, temples etc.
Your trip to Karnataka must include a visit to Mysore deemed the "City of Palaces" because of its long history with royalty. The city is known for the majestic Mysore Palace and Jaganmohan Palace and beautiful temples like Trinesvaraswamy Temple, Talakadu, Chamundeshwari Temple and St. Philomena's Church. It also has various cascading waterfalls like the Edmuri Falls, Chunchanakatte Falls and Balmuri Waterfalls.
If you're craving the beachside, head over to Gokarna, where you'd find beaches like Gokarna Beach, Kudle Beach and Om Beach. They are great for swimming, surfing, scuba diving, boating etc. Attractions like Koti Tirtha and Mahabaleshwar Temple are must-visits, while the Yana Caves and the numerous trekking trails are a treat for nature lovers. Namaste Cafe is a popular cafe that offers views of the shoreline.
Synonymous with vast coffee estates, Coorg is a lush green paradise with hills, waterfalls and spiritual sites. Besides its spice and coffee plantations, the town has breathtaking attractions like Abbey Falls, Talakaveri, the source of river Kaveri, Raja's Seat, a viewpoint and the Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary, Mallalli Falls. Gaddige Raja's Tomb, Omkareshwara temple and Bhagamandala frequently attract hundreds of devotees. The hilly terrain makes for a great trekking experience.
For some incredible local handicrafts, handlooms, jewellery, delicious South Indian food, spices and more make your way to shopping centres like MG Road, Madikeri Market, Hampi Bazaar etc.