- Hidden Gems Tours - A fascinating day trip exploring an array of cultural, historical and natural wonders of India
Our first stop is for a sumptuous South Indian breakfast. We then quickly make our way to a quaint town to explore an amazing medieval temple having India’s biggest Nandi bull; Snake sculpture and the largest hand-painted fresco. It is the home of a few mysterious hanging pillars too
We then move on to watch skilful workers create silk thread out of silk cocoons at a cottage sericulture workshop. Get to know the various stages in the creation of fine silk fabrics that this region is historically famous for. Next stop is a pottery workshop where you can try your hand at making a custom urn or a pot of clay. A visit to a quaint century-year-old train station stuck in a time warp, follows.
We then move on to explore a remarkable 9th-century Hindu temple frozen in time. It is the oldest one in the Bangalore region. Learn about the fabled empires of South India that have left their marks within its boundaries.
The region is home to one of India’s handful Biodiversity Heritage sites. We explore his remarkable 800-year old Tamarind trees grove. The gnarled tree trunks and extraordinary root suckers propping the old trees is a botanical marvel.
Our final stop is a visit to the ramparts of a couple of forts from the 16th and 18th century. Get to know about the valiant 18th-century warrior and statesman, Tipu Sultan and his indelible impact and contributions.
We are back in Bangalore by about 6 pm
- Service of a Cultural/Heritage Expert for the duration of the Tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Central Bengaluru
- Lunch
- All entry Fees
- Breakfast
- Transport by air-conditioned car or minivan or Coach
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Personal Shopping
- Gratuities
Join us for an all-day curated journey as we visit numerous intriguing locations spanning various historical periods. Our journey encompasses ancient Hindu shrines; medieval walls and defenses; a tamarind grove that has survived over eight centuries and is regarded as one of India’s few Biodiversity Heritage Sites; a humble cottage where silk cocoons are transformed into yarn; a pottery workshop; and a trip to a hundred-year-old railway station trapped in a temporal standstill. The cost includes both breakfast and lunch
- Language English only
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- Minimum age is 4 years
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- Dress code is smart casual
- Wheelchair not accessible
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
