9 Days Exploring Karnataka Itinerary

Begin with a visit to the Bull Temple (Nandi Temple), an ancient temple known for its massive bull statue. Have breakfast at South Thindies, which offers authentic South Indian cuisine.

Explore the vibrant KR Market (Krishnarajendra City Market), one of the largest flower markets in Asia. For lunch, head to Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR), renowned for its traditional meals.

Visit the iconic Vidhana Soudha, an architectural marvel housing the state legislature. End your day with dinner at Corner House, famous for its ice creams and desserts.

Travel to Mysore and start your day by visiting the majestic Mysore Palace (Mysuru Palace). Have breakfast at Hotel RRR Mysore, known for its traditional South Indian breakfast.

Explore the bustling Devaraja Market, where you can find fresh produce, spices, and local crafts. Enjoy lunch at The Old House, offering a mix of Indian and Continental dishes.

Visit the serene St. Philomena's Church, one of Asia's tallest churches. Dine at Dasaprakash Paradise for some authentic vegetarian cuisine.

Drive to Chitradurga and begin your exploration with a visit to Chitradurga Fort, known for its impressive fortifications and historical significance. Have breakfast en route or upon arrival in Chitradurga.

Continue exploring Chitradurga Fort's various sections including temples, reservoirs, and secret passages. Enjoy lunch at a local eatery like Hotel Mayura Yatrinivas.

Relax after your fort exploration by visiting Chandravalli Caves nearby before heading back to town for dinner at Hotel Naveen Regency.

Travel to Hampi early in the morning. Start your day by exploring Virupaksha Temple, one of India's oldest functioning temples. Have breakfast at Mango Tree Restaurant nearby.

. Explore Vittala Temple complex including Stone Chariot & Musical Pillars followed by lunch at Gopi Guesthouse & Restaurant offering local delicacies.

. Visit Hemakuta Hill sunset point for panoramic views over Hampi ruins then dine riverside Anegundi village restaurant like Laughing Buddha Cafe.

. Drive from Hampi towards Pattadakal stopping first Aihole Durga temple complex renowned early Chalukyan architecture . Breakfast roadside dhaba .

. Continue Pattadakal UNESCO World Heritage site featuring intricately carved temples representing blend North South styles . Lunch roadside eatery .

. Return Badami relax evening enjoy dinner local restaurant like Badami Court Hotel .

. Start day exploring Badami cave temples carved sandstone cliffs depicting deities mythology . Breakfast nearby cafe .

. Visit Bhutanatha group temples Agastya lake followed lunch small local eatery town center .

. Climb Shivalaya hilltop sunset views over town then dine hotel restaurant .

. Early morning drive Bijapur visit Gol Gumbaz mausoleum famous whispering gallery acoustics . Breakfast en route dhaba .