Mysore tour from Bangalore by tourism ministry approved company

This guided private tour of Mysore from Bangalore helps you relive the golden age from 15-18th centuries when Mysore was one of the world's most advanced and prosperous Kingdoms. It is hosted by a company that is approved by the ministry of Tourism. Visit the iconic Mysore Palace, a charming old bazaar, Asia's second largest Church of St Philomena and World heritage site of Somnathpura temple. Note that guests have a choice of choosing Somnathpura or Srirangapatna (Dariya Daulat & Dungeon). Last but not least, a traditional Mysore lunch makes this tour a sensorial experience to remember for the ages! This tour is organised by Five Senses Tours, a private limited company recognised by the Ministry of Tourism and a member of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO). The tour has been designed to support local livelihoods by way of employment of local guides, and supporting local businesses in line with the mission of the company to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent.

1. 1

   Mysuru Palace

   1 hour

   We visit the grand Mysore Palace and spend the next couple of hours in this wonder built in Indo-Saracenic style with a blend of Hindu, Muslim, Rajput, and Gothic styles of architecture. The Palace is a three-storied stone structure, with marble domes and a 145 ft five-storied tower. The guided tour will take you through the Public Hall, Private Hall, Dolls Pavilion and the Royal Wedding Hall.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   45 min

   Next in our  tour to Mysore, we visit Devraja market, the charming old bazaar of Mysore. Its a sensorial delight made up of flowers, vegetables, fruits, jaggery, onions and potatoes, puffed rice and coconuts!

3. 3

   St. Philomena's Church

   30 min

   We visit St Philomena church. Built in 1840, earlier it used to be called as the St. Joseph Chavez, which was later changed to its present name. Initially a small church, it gained its present form in 1933 during the reign of Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV. In 1843, Mysore King Mummadi Krishnaraja Wodeyar built the church so as to cater to the needs of the European people who were residing in Mysore then. Today, it is the second largest church in Asia.

4. 4

   Chennakeshava Temple

   1.5 hours

   Somnathpur is famous for the magnificent Chennakesava temple. It has been declared as a world heritage site by UNESCO. This temple was built in 1268 by Somanatha, a general of King Narasimha III. We will explore the three shrines and three wonderfully carved peaks with a common Mandapa. Time will be spent appreciating the 16 different ceilings, each depicting a different stage of a blooming banana flower, the central wall space adorned with images of deities with jewellery, bangles, crowns and anklets. Guests have a choice in this tour to choose either Somnathpura or Srirangapatna (Dariya daulat Bagh & Bailey Dungeon). They can update their choice during the booking under remarks.

5. 5

   Dariya Daulat Palace - Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

   1 hour

   The Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan is a key highlight of the Mysore tour. It was built in Indo-Saracenic style and has a few magnificent murals depicting the war between Tipu and the British. The most famous exhibit here is the famous painting “Storming of Srirangapatna” by Sir Robert Ker Porter. The theme of the painting is the final fall of Srirangapatna on 4th May 1799 when the British defeat Tipu’s forces. Guests have a choice in this tour to choose either Somnathpura or Srirangapatna (Dariya daulat Bagh & Bailey Dungeon). They can update their choice during the booking under remarks.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.