Story of Mysore Silk tour from Bangalore to experience Silk Weaving & Palace

Tour info

Duration
12 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

The Mysore Silk tour from Bangalore takes us back to 1792 when the story of Mysore Silk commences with setting up of silk worm breeding stations by Tipu Sultan. In 1912 Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV sets up the Mysore Silk Weaving factory to kick start the industrial production of Mysore Silk. We will visit Asia’s largest silk cocoon auction market, the Mysore Silk weaving factory, the Mysore Palace and an ancient bazaar.

What’s included?

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges

  • Lunch

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Local guide

  • Entry/Admission - Ramnagaram

  • Entry/Admission - KSIC Silk Factory and Showroom

  • Entry/Admission - Mysore Palace

  • Entry/Admission - Mysuru (Mysore)

  • Drinks

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 12h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

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

Operated by:

Five Senses Tours

About operator:

Five Senses Tours Private Limited Company offers culture tours in India. We offer a cultural immersive experience that connects you to the essence of India and its people. We keep things local on our tours. Our guides are from the local community and don the hat of cultural ambassadors. The theme of our experiences is around the art, culture and traditions prevalent in the area. Local cuisine is an important feature of the experience we offer. We also encourage home-stays and participation in activities with the local community. Our business endeavors to strengthen local communities by providing livelihood opportunities and ensuring the travel dollars stay where they are spent. By promoting the local culture and traditions, we are attempting to create awareness of the rich local heritage and instilling a sense of pride in the local community. We believe this will go a small way in preserving the rich cultural legacy of the local communities spread all across India.

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