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Mysore and Bandipur Wildlife Tour

4 nights from Bangalore, with Mysore Palace and Bandipur jeep safari
Duration
4 nights
Destination
Bangalore · Mysore · Bandipur · Bangalore
Designed for
Groups
Best time
Oct
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The journey

Travel from Bangalore through the royal heritage of Mysore to the forested landscapes of Bandipur National Park. In Mysore, explore grand Indo-Saracenic palace halls, browse local bazaars for silk and sandalwood, visit the hillside Chamundeshwari Temple, and watch for waterbirds along the waterways of Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary.

Continue south to Bandipur National Park for an early morning jeep safari in prime tiger and wild elephant habitat. With opportunities for a Kabini boat safari and peaceful resort walks amidst nature, this road journey combines heritage sightseeing with South India's wildlife reserves before returning to Bangalore.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Mysuru Palace: grand Indo-Saracenic halls, exquisite carvings, stained glass and evening illumination

02

Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens: historic, well-maintained zoo housing tigers, lions and Asian elephants

03

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary: scenic boat ride spotting migratory storks, herons and spoonbills

04

Sri Chamundeshwari Temple: revered hill shrine overlooking Mysore city with optional thousand-step climb

05

Bandipur National Park: early morning jungle safari tracking wild tigers, elephants and sloth bears

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

Start with this itinerary. In your draft, change the stops, stays and activities to suit your holiday.

5 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
MysoreMysore

Day 1 · Mysore

Bangalore Arrival, Drive to Mysore and Evening Market

Arrive at Bangalore airport or railway station in the morning or afternoon. Board your vehicle for the scenic 3.5-hour drive to Mysore. On arrival, check in to your hotel and take time to relax. In the evening, head out into the vibrant local market to browse stalls filled with famous Mysore silk, fragrant sandalwood items, and regional snacks. Return to your hotel for your first night in Mysore.

Meal notes

Meals not included

MysoreMysore

Day 2 · Mysore

Full-Day Mysore Heritage, Zoo and Bird Sanctuary

Have breakfast at your hotel before setting out on a comprehensive full-day tour of Mysore. Tour the iconic Mysuru Palace with its grand halls, intricate carvings, vibrant stained glass, and illuminated exterior at night. Visit Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens to see tigers, lions, and elephants. Continue up Chamundi Hill to Sri Chamundeshwari Ammanavara Temple, reached by road or 1,000 steps. Explore lifelike statues at Melody World Wax Museum, then take a boat ride among nesting storks and herons at Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary before returning to your hotel.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

BandipurBandipur

Day 3 · Bandipur

Crawford Hall and Transfer to Bandipur National Park

After breakfast at your hotel, visit Crawford Hall to admire its historic architecture. Then begin your 1.5-hour drive to Bandipur National Park in Chamarajanagar district. Check in to your forest resort upon arrival and settle into the natural surroundings. Spend a leisurely evening unwinding at the property or taking a gentle nature walk around the grounds. Overnight stay in Bandipur.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

BandipurBandipur

Day 4 · Bandipur

Bandipur Morning Jungle Safari and River Boat Safari

Start early with a jungle safari inside Bandipur National Park. Keep an eye out for resident tigers, wild Indian elephants grazing in herds, leopards, dhole, sloth bears, sambar, and abundant bird species. Return to the hotel to freshen up and have breakfast. Later, you can choose an optional 2.5-hour boat safari on the Kabini River at extra cost to spot wildlife along the riverbanks. Spend the remaining afternoon exploring local areas or relaxing at your resort before your overnight stay.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

BandipurBandipur

Day 5 · Bandipur

Bandipur to Bangalore Departure

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Bandipur. Check out and begin your return drive to Bangalore. Your driver drops you at Bangalore Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey, bringing the tour to an end.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 5

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Find your kind of holiday

Places worth exploring

The well-known sights and a few quieter discoveries. Explore photos and reviews, then shape your days in the draft.

Mysuru Palace

India

Mysuru Palace

Famous Indo-Saracenic royal palace with grand halls, stained glass, and illuminated night facade

India

Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens

Historic, well-maintained zoo housing wild tigers, lions, and Indian elephants amidst lush grounds

India

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

Riverine sanctuary providing boat rides close to nesting storks, herons, and migratory waterbirds

India

Bandipur National Park Jungle Safari

Open safari tracking wild elephants, tigers, leopards, and sloth bears in protected deciduous forest

These are ideas for your trip. Entry, tickets and opening times need checking; only services in your final booking are included.

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What to budget for

What this sample holiday is built around. Your selected flights, stays and activities determine the final price and inclusions in the draft.

In this holiday plan

  • 4 nights in 3-star hotels: Mysore 2, Bandipur 2 on breakfast meal plan
  • Vehicle as per itinerary (Dzire / Innova / Tempo Traveller) including toll taxes, parking, fuel charges, and driver allowances
  • All Inner line Permits
  • One Time Jeep Safari
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary

Plan for these extras

  • −Travel to the start point by air or train. We can add flights from your city to your quote.
  • −Personal Expenses like Entry charges, Telephone, Fax, Internet, Laundry, etc.
  • −Any Extra Meals.
  • −Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary.
  • −Boating and other activities
  • −Any entry fees for the museum, park or anything else.
  • −Room Heater Charges.
  • −Insurance.
  • −Anything which is not included in the inclusion.
  • −Costs caused by events outside our control, such as weather, strikes, road closures or flight changes

A little preparation goes a long way

Good to know

Useful details to help you decide, with the finer points confirmed for your own trip.

When to goOct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹12,400

per person, twin-share. Includes all stays and road transfers from Bengaluru. This trip travels by road, not by air. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits, activities.

Local know-how
  • The best months to visit Karnataka are October to April when the weather is pleasant.
  • Entry tickets for monuments, the wax museum, zoo, and bird sanctuary boat rides are paid directly on site.
  • The optional 2.5-hour Kabini boat safari is paid separately by travellers.
  • Dress modestly when visiting Sri Chamundeshwari Ammanavara Temple atop Chamundi Hill.
When is the best time to visit Mysore, Bandipur?

Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr

How many days is Mysore and Bandipur Wildlife Tour?

5 days and 4 nights, across 2 destinations.

Which places does Mysore and Bandipur Wildlife Tour cover?

Mysore, Bandipur. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Mysore, Bandipur?

Mysuru Palace; Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens; Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary; Bandipur National Park Jungle Safari.

Who is Mysore and Bandipur Wildlife Tour best suited to?

families, couples, friends

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Mysore and Bandipur Wildlife Tour cost?

From ₹12,400 per person, twin-share. Includes all stays and road transfers from Bengaluru. This trip travels by road, not by air. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits, activities.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 4-night itinerary?

4 nights in 3-star hotels: Mysore 2, Bandipur 2 on breakfast meal plan; Vehicle as per itinerary (Dzire / Innova / Tempo Traveller) including toll taxes, parking, fuel charges, and driver allowances; All Inner line Permits; One Time Jeep Safari; Sightseeing as per itinerary. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Mysore and Bandipur Wildlife Tour?

Travel to the start point by air or train. We can add flights from your city to your quote.; Personal Expenses like Entry charges, Telephone, Fax, Internet, Laundry, etc.; Any Extra Meals.; Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary.; Boating and other activities; Any entry fees for the museum, park or anything else.; Room Heater Charges.; Insurance..

How do I book Mysore and Bandipur Wildlife Tour?

Choose Customise this holiday and tell Shasa your departure city, dates and travellers. Review the draft, choose your available flight and hotel options, and adjust the itinerary. Check the final price and each service's booking terms before continuing to checkout. Creating a draft does not make a booking.

Do I need a visa for Mysore, Bandipur?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹12,400
per person, twin-share. Includes all stays and road transfers from Bengaluru. This trip travels by road, not by air. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits, activities.
Flights not included
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