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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: INR
- Languages: Kannada, English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil
- Climate: Tropical
- Timezone: Asia/Kolkata
- Population: Approximately 70 million
- Best Time to Visit: October to March.
- Visa Requirements Visitors to Karnataka must have a valid Indian visa unless they are from visa-exempt countries. Citizens of the US, EU, UK, and many other countries can apply for an e-visa online before arrival. Visa on arrival is generally not available except for a few select countries. A valid passport, return ticket, and proof of accommodation are typically required.
About Karnataka
Karnataka is a vibrant state in southern India known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and historical significance. It offers a unique blend of ancient temples, lush hill stations, and bustling cities. The capital, Bengaluru, is a major tech hub with a cosmopolitan vibe, while places like Mysore and Hampi showcase royal palaces and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Karnataka’s natural beauty includes the Western Ghats, wildlife sanctuaries, and pristine beaches along the Arabian Sea. Visitors are drawn to its diverse attractions ranging from spiritual sites to adventure activities. The state’s cuisine, festivals, and warm hospitality add to its charm, making Karnataka a compelling destination for culture lovers, nature enthusiasts, and urban explorers alike.
Top Attractions
1. Mysore Palace – A stunning example of Indo-Saracenic architecture and the royal residence of the Wodeyar dynasty. 2. Hampi – A UNESCO World Heritage site with ancient ruins and temples set in a surreal rocky landscape. 3. Coorg – Known as the Scotland of India, famous for coffee plantations, waterfalls, and scenic hills. 4. Bannerghatta National Park – Offers wildlife safaris and a butterfly park near Bengaluru. 5. Badami Caves – Rock-cut cave temples showcasing intricate carvings from the 6th century.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy trekking in the Western Ghats, wildlife safaris in national parks, exploring ancient ruins, attending cultural festivals, and sampling local markets. Adventure seekers can try river rafting, camping, and bird watching. Cultural experiences include traditional dance performances, temple visits, and participating in local fairs.
Karnataka Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of India
- Duration Range: Visitors can enjoy trekking in the Western Ghats, wildlife safaris in national parks, exploring ancient ruins, attending cultural festivals, and sampling local markets. Adventure seekers can try river rafting, camping, and bird watching. Cultural experiences include traditional dance performances, temple visits, and participating in local fairs.
- Group Size: Flexible group sizes
- Difficulty Level: Mixed Difficulty
- Recommended For: The ideal visiting period is October to March. Pack light cotton clothes for the day and warmer layers for hill stations. Respect local customs, dress modestly when visiting temples, and remove shoes before entering religious sites. Stay hydrated and use bottled water. Carry some cash as smaller vendors may not accept cards. Use reliable transport and avoid isolated areas at night for safety.
Average Tour Price: $75
Lowest Price Tour: $39
Highest Price Tour: $250
120 Available Tour Excursions in Karnataka
This is the ultimate whistle-stop tour of Agra. Travel by train to avoid traffic jams on the road from Delhi to Agra. With all transportation arranged for you as well as meals included, you will have a stress-free day. After pickup from Delhi, you will be taken to Delhi Railway Station and can enjoy a fast train journey. In Agra, you meet your driver and guide who will show you the best part of the city with great Mughal architecture such as the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Baby Taj Mahal, and Agra City.
Price: $10.00
Duration: 10-12 hours
Experience this 2-night and 3-day overland adventure that gives you the opportunity to make a pilgrimage to the Taj Mahal, India's most famous architectural wonder. After pick-up from from any of the five cruise ports in India namely Mumbai, Goa, Kochi, Chennai and Mangaluru you’ll fly to Delhi and be driven to the bustling streets of Agra where you’ll see the Taj Mahal at sunrise and sunset. This guided tour gives you insight into Agra, a city famous for its Unesco World Heritage sites which include the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Mehtab Bagh Garden. The private tour includes either 5 star and 4 star accommodation (depending on option selected when booking), commercial domestic flights, private car and driver, private local tour guides, breakfast, all entrance fees and bottled water.
Price: $852.00
Duration: 72 hours
Itinerary Day 1: 7:30 AM- Departure from Bangalore by Car 1:00 PM- Reach Hampi and Check-in at Hotel 2:00 PM- Start exploring a group of Monuments at Hampi Sasivekalu Ganesha Temple is a huge statue of Lord Ganesha, carved out of a single block of rock. We will visit this 8 feet tall of the Lord. We visit the magnificent Virupaksha temple, It is from the Hoysala period and is the oldest temple in Hampi. Stone chariot and Vittala temple: Stop At: Vijaya Vittala Temple, Near Kalyan Mantapa, Hampi 583239 India Duration: 2 hours Overnight in Hampi Day 2: Royal enclosures of Hampi After Breakfast, we will do a ride in the coracle on the Tungabhadra River. Stop At: Anegundi Fort, Tungabhadra, Angegundi Village, Hampi India Towards the evening we will visit Anegundi village for the cave paintings. The paintings here date back to the Iron Age around 1500 BC.
Price: $550.00
Duration: 48 hours
One often forgets dates and names, but never a good story! This tour will take you back in time through its stories, and anecdotes that one would miss otherwise. It's a combination of a walking tour and Street food tour. Starting from the Big Ben of Mysore- Doddagadiyara or the big clock tower in front of the Mysuru Townhall, walk past the palace gates and then to the Devaraja Market, a century-old market where local produce is sold. Get a locals perspective of what the market means and entails. Visit a local perfume maker and get to photograph friendly faces of the vendors. Post the market, the tour takes you through small alleyways and hole in the wall places which only the locals know about where you will get to try safe street food (No Delhi belly, I promise) End the walk with the best Mysore masala Dosa and tips on planning your next few days of vacation in India. Or shoot ANY questions about life in India, culture, religion, etc. Good stories, visuals, & amazing food await
Price: $25.75
Duration: 3-4 hours
Our destination will be the legendary cave temples built by the Chalukyas at Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal. Dating back to the 6th century, these are considered one of the best remnants of temple art in India. The Chalukyas patronized development of diverse cultural forms especially cave art and temple architecture. The architects developed 16 types of free-standing temples and 4 types of rock-cut shrines. The monuments of Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal transformed the Malaprabha river valley into a cradle of Temple Architecture. This tour is organized by Five Senses Tours, a private limited company recognized 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.
Price: $155.00
Duration: 11 hours
Experience the wild from high above the forest tree line. Fun and thrilling rope obstacle courses set to challenge you while you go out and have fun in the forest! Be amidst the ever green forests of the western ghats and get to see a variety of ferns, vines and old jungle trees that exist from centuries ago!
Price: $19.06
Duration: 1 hours
Take back with you a sense of accomplishment! You'll thank us once you've experienced this with us :) If you've got the will to seek adventure and outdoors, come over and leave the rest to us to show you a good time!
Price: $31.59
Duration: 2 hours
The olden day suburb now at the heart of the city, Malleswaram evokes a strong sense of nostalgia and curiosity among Bangaloreans and outsiders alike. A large modern mall and the typically South Indian street shopping side-by-side, Malleswaran presents to you a quintessential slice of the south Indian life, modern and age-old. Malleswaram was visualised and built as a suburb, where the blue collar middle-class stayed, far enough from the central business district of the day, but close enough to take a short ride by horse carriage, or in rare cases by car. As employees of the British government or the Mysore Raj, or researchers and scientists at the IISc, the early inhabitants of Malleswaran tended to be upper-middle-class, mostly Brahmins, Bharatanatyam patrons, the influence of which can be seen to this day. Exploring this authentically South Indian Malleshwaram, this walk take you through delights of south Indian life:
Price: $46.82
Duration: 3 hours
Spend a wonderful time in the rich heritage city of Mysore. Visit the magnificent Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan, Mysore Palace, Chamundeshwari Temple, and Philomena's Church. Enjoy a tasty lunch on a traditional banana leaf in between tour.
Price: $95.00
Duration: 6 hours
Royal Mysore heritage walk is an immersive walking tour in Mysore. The walk comes with a guide to explore a magnificent art gallery with paintings that tell the 700-year-old story of Mysore. The Clock Towers of Mysore give a fascinating account of the relationship between the Maharaja and the British Empire. The story of this royal city is told as walk past the city center, landmarks & local bazaar. A professional guide leads the Mysore heritage walk and will help you experience the rich culture & colorful traditions of this erstwhile Kingdom. The local bazaars are a riot of colors and offer a glimpse of life in present-day Mysore. We will also get an opportunity to taste the famous delicacy called Mysore Pak! Our company is committed to strengthening local communities. We help train and employ local guides and support local businesses to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent. Our guide will be happy to talk about the community initiatives we undertake.
Price: $50.00
Duration: 2 hours
Experience authentic Gokarna on this amazing walking tour of the old town with our fun and entertaining storytellers. This walking tour will give you a great induction of the city, its history, its vibrant culture, and its people with lots of wonderful stories about the city, fun facts and must do things in the city. Our walks are blend of historical elucidation and curious anecdote laced with mildly scurrilous talk about past and present celebrities and defunct royals. We will cover some of the city highlights along with hidden places and forgotten nooks of the old city during the walk. Highlights: 1. Explore Gokarna beyond the typical tourist spots and enjoy the stories and tales about the city from your guide 2. See the city through the eyes of a local and discover the numerous mesmerizing places Gokarna has to offer. 3. Capture the vibrant atmosphere of this colorful city on this memorable walking tour with an infotainment-style ensuring that you will not be bored.
Price: $12.51
Duration: 2 hours
Karkala and Moodabidri are two sleepy towns situated around an hour’s drive from Mangalore in the South Indian state of Karnataka. Between the 14th and 16th centuries, this area became a great center of learning and pilgrimage for members of the Jain faith. In Karkala, the giant statue of Lord Bahubali attracts Jain pilgrims from far and wide. In Moodabidri, visit the famous 1000-pillared Jain Temple dedicated to Chandranatha. This is the largest Jain temple in coastal Karnataka with richly carved pillars and no two pillars in this temple are alike. End your trip with a visit to the local bazaar and a spice plantation in Moodabidri. Highlights • 40 feet tall statue of Lord Bahubali, Karkala • 1000-pillared Jain Temple, Moodabidri • 50 feet high, free-standing monolithic pillar • Spice plantation
Price: $199.00
Duration: 5-6 hours
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.
Price: $117.00
Duration: 8 hours
This tour is ideal for those who have their own transport and just need professional guiding service to visit Hampi in one day. You will be accompanied by a Govt. licensed Guide. The visits mentioned in this product can be revised to suit the tastes of the customers. The guide will also suggest a nice place to stop for lunch as per your convenience. Overall, he will ensure a wholesome experience taking into account Visitors interests, time and energies. Also please note the following on this tour: The guide will join you at the first visit and leave you at the last visit; One place in your vehicle to be made available to him; Entry fee, parking fee and shoe-keeping fee to be borne by the visitors;
Price: $42.14
Duration: 7-8 hours
Experience the stunning natural beauty and rich cultural legacy of coastal Karnataka in the full day private tour of Mangalore. Explore historic temples like Kadri Manjunatha and Mangaladevi Temple, stroll along immaculate beaches, go to the Sistine Chapel of Mangalore at Aloysius, and savor a taste of the lively local way of life with dishes like the Mangalore Bun!
Price: $140.00
Duration: 8 hours
Hampi and Hospet are small cities, which are of great importance and has historical and cultural significance. Hampi is an ancient village in the south Indian state of Karnataka. It’s dotted with numerous ruined temple complexes from the Vijayanagara Empire. After exploring Hapmi, travel to Hospet which is approximately half hour drive. You can visit the Tungabhadra Dam which is a multipurpose dams as it helps in generation of electricity, irrigation of land, prevention and control of floods etc. It has become a picnic or tourist spot over the years.
Price: $91.07
Duration: 8 hours
I will help customers advance their rock-climbing skills while staying safe and having fun. I work with climbers of all abilities and ages. In addition to helping customers learn about the sport and advance their skills, I am also responsible for ensuring that customers have a good time while climbing. I will spend more face-to-face time with customers than anyone else in the area. I offer assigned private lessons, group lessons, and climbing excursions.
Price: $28.00
Duration: 5 hours
Experience the beauty of the every green forest while making your way through a whole lot of activities along the tree line. Soar high over the hilly range and enjoy some of the most breath taking views
Price: $40.38
Duration: 2 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Karnataka cuisine is diverse with regional variations. Signature dishes include Bisi Bele Bath (spiced rice and lentils), Mysore Pak (sweet), Ragi Mudde (finger millet balls), and Dosa with coconut chutney. Coastal Karnataka offers seafood delicacies. Dining customs emphasize hospitality and sharing meals. Popular restaurants include MTR in Bengaluru for traditional fare and Vinayaka Mylari in Mysore for dosas.
Getting Around
Karnataka is accessible by air through Bengaluru, Mangalore, and Mysore airports. Rail and road networks connect major cities and tourist spots. Local transport includes buses, auto-rickshaws, taxis, and app-based cabs. For intercity travel, trains and buses are economical. Traffic can be heavy in cities, so planning ahead is advised.
Travel Tips
The ideal visiting period is October to March. Pack light cotton clothes for the day and warmer layers for hill stations. Respect local customs, dress modestly when visiting temples, and remove shoes before entering religious sites. Stay hydrated and use bottled water. Carry some cash as smaller vendors may not accept cards. Use reliable transport and avoid isolated areas at night for safety.
Culture & Customs
Karnataka’s culture is rooted in classical music, dance, and temple architecture. Social customs emphasize respect for elders and hospitality. Festivals like Dasara and Ugadi are celebrated with enthusiasm. Traditional attire includes sarees and dhotis. When greeting, a slight bow or "Namaste" is common. Avoid public displays of affection and always ask permission before photographing people or religious ceremonies.
