Mysore City Guided Full-Day Tour

Summary

You have not experienced Southern India till you have seen and explored Mysore. On the Mysore City Tour, you get to experience the essentials, as well as the offbeat experiences of this ancient city and will leave you with the subtle, indelible flavors of Southern India. The detailed tour itinerary is as detailed below You will be picked up at the selected locations in Mysore and start this exciting full-day city tour. First stop is to hike up on the Chamundi Hills by walking over 500 steps up to the summit as you relive the mythological origins of Mysore city. Then stop by a local restaurant for some traditional Mysore dosas and idlis for breakfast at your own expense. After breakfast meet the artisans who crafted the wooden inlay for the Maharajas of Mysore and the stone craftsmen who sculpt stunning sculptures - an ancient 800 year old tradition, still alive in the Mysore region. Afterwards learn how the traditional Mysore silk saree is woven. You can also buy some sarees and scarves as a nice gift for your friends and family. Also witness how the world famous Sandalwood Oil from the Mysore region is extracted. You can also buy sandalwood made soaps and other oil products at an authentic shop nearby. Have a traditional Mysore styled lunch on a plantain leaf at your own expense and then visit the majestic Mysore Palace and learn the colonial history of Mysore. Visit a forgotten museum showcasing the folk history of the Mysore region and then take a stroll through the bristling and colorful Devaraja market and learn about the local fruits and vegetables along with savoring some local delights. When the tour ends, you will be transferred back to your departure point.

Tour info

Duration
10 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Mysore, a city steeped in history mythology and tradition is best experienced through the local people, traditional food and the monuments they hold dear. Book this full-day Mysore City Tour to discover the charms of an ancient city on a trail which only the locals know of and visit some popular attractions including Chamundi Hills and Mysore Palace. You will also meet the artisans who crafted the wooden inlay for the Maharajas of Mysore and the stone craftsmen who sculpt stunning sculptures - an ancient 800 year old tradition, still alive in the Mysore region. Learn how the traditional Mysore silk saree is woven and witness how the world famous Sandalwood Oil from the Mysore region is extracted.

What’s included?

  • Excellent and friendly English-speaking guide

  • Transport by comfortable AC vehicle

  • Hotel/Bus station pickup and drop-off

  • Entry fee to Mysore Palace

  • Food and drinks

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 10h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

GoMowgli

About operator:

goMowgli offers day tours around Mysore everyday! The architectural marvel of Somanathapura, the monolithic mega statue at Shravanabelagola, the Elephant Camp of Dubare and Golden temple - Tibetan Monastary can all be explored with goMowgli. Offbeat trails, Authentic experiences, Magical stories and Spunky tour guides. And some brilliant local food. :) The tour price includes transport in an AC vehicle and guide onboard. The price does not include food charges and entry fee to monuments.

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