Bengaluru Tour Packages
Bengaluru is India's tech capital, but it was a garden city long before: Lalbagh and Cubbon Park, Tipu Sultan's summer palace and the Bangalore Palace remain. It has a lively craft-beer and café scene and makes a good gateway to Mysuru and Coorg.
Bengaluru at a glance
- LocationKarnataka, India
- Time zoneIndian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+91
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- LanguagesKannada
- Ideal stay1–2 days
- Getting thereKempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Best time to visit: October to February
Top Bengaluru travel packages
A few of our Bengaluru itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Essential tips for travelling to Bengaluru
UPI and cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels; keep some cash for small shops, rural areas, hill towns and tips.
Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
112 (all emergencies)
Languages spoken: Kannada.
Bengaluru is the main airport, with Mangaluru and Hubballi for the coast and north. Overnight trains reach Hospet (for Hampi) from Bengaluru.
Mysuru Palace is lit with nearly 100,000 bulbs on Sunday and public-holiday evenings for a short window.
Hampi is spread out; hire a guide for the first day and a bicycle or auto-rickshaw for the second.
Avoid driving across the city at peak hours; plan sights by neighbourhood.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Bengaluru
Bengaluru is India's tech capital, but it was a garden city long before: Lalbagh and Cubbon Park, Tipu Sultan's summer palace and the Bangalore Palace remain. It has a lively craft-beer and café scene and makes a good gateway to Mysuru and Coorg.
Highlights include Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bangalore Palace, Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace and Cubbon Park. Local food worth trying: Masala dosa at an old darshini, Bisi bele bath, Donne biryani and Filter coffee. Plan 1–2 days here; it suits city breaks, food and nightlife. Our Bengaluru itineraries run from 3 to 9 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
October to February. Pleasant year-round thanks to the altitude; winter is driest.
How to reach Bengaluru
- By air: Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
- By rail: KSR Bengaluru and SMVT Bengaluru stations
- By road: Highways to Mysuru, Chennai and Hyderabad
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
5D / 4NBengaluru · Mysuru · OotyBengaluru, Mysuru & Ooty
A classic South Indian loop: Bengaluru's gardens, Mysuru's palace and a scenic climb through Bandipur and Mudumalai to Ooty.
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9D / 8NBengaluru · Mysuru · Coorg · ChikmagalurKarnataka Grand Tour
Nine days from palaces to plantations to the ruins of Vijayanagara, taking in the state's three most different landscapes.
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3D / 2NBengaluruBengaluru City Weekend
Lalbagh, Tipu's summer palace, VV Puram's food street, a microbrewery evening and sunrise at Nandi Hills.
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More places in Karnataka
Top things to see in Bengaluru
BengaluruHistoric garden with a glasshouse
BengaluruTudor-style royal palace
KarnatakaTeak palace from 1791
KarnatakaGreen lung of the city
Nature and landscapes of Bengaluru
BengaluruHistoric garden with a glasshouse
BengaluruSunrise viewpoint about 60 km north
Cultural experiences in Bengaluru
Heritage and landmarks
BengaluruTudor-style royal palace
BengaluruTeak palace from 1791
KarnatakaLarge modern temple complex
Experiences
- Shopping on Commercial Street
On the menuFood to try
- Masala dosa at an old darshini
- Bisi bele bath
- Donne biryani
- Filter coffee
Outdoor activities in Bengaluru
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Bengaluru: October to February. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Bengaluru travel tips
Visa and entry
Indian citizens do not need a visa; carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or a passport for hotels and flights.
Health and safety
Travel insurance is a good idea, especially for adventure activities. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Best time to visit
October to February. Pleasant year-round thanks to the altitude; winter is driest.
Getting around
Bengaluru is the main airport, with Mangaluru and Hubballi for the coast and north. Overnight trains reach Hospet (for Hampi) from Bengaluru.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack a light jacket or sweater for cool evenings, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and swimwear, modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Mobile data is good in towns and cities. Coverage can be patchy in remote, hill and forest areas, so download offline maps before you set off.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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