Mysuru Tour Packages
Mysuru (Mysore) was the seat of the Wodeyar kings, and its palace is one of the most visited monuments in India. The city is known for sandalwood, silk, yoga and the ten-day Dasara festival, when the palace is lit up every night.
Mysuru 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 thereMysore Airport has limited flights; Bengaluru…
Best time to visit: October to February
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A few of our Mysuru itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Hill-station holidaysOoty · Mysuru · CoorgNilgiris & Coorg Hill Circuit6 Days | 5 Nights
Road tripsWayanad · Coorg · MysuruMalabar & Coorg Road Trip6 Days | 5 Nights
Family holidaysMysuru · CoorgMysuru & Coorg Holiday4 Days | 3 Nights
Cultural holidaysBengaluru · Mysuru · Coorg ·…Karnataka Grand Tour9 Days | 8 NightsEssential tips for travelling to Mysuru
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.
Visit the palace by day for the interiors and come back on a Sunday evening for the lights.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Mysuru
Mysuru (Mysore) was the seat of the Wodeyar kings, and its palace is one of the most visited monuments in India. The city is known for sandalwood, silk, yoga and the ten-day Dasara festival, when the palace is lit up every night.
Highlights include Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hill, Brindavan Gardens and St Philomena's Church. Local food worth trying: Mysore pak, Mysore masala dosa and Nanjangud bananas. Plan 1–2 days here; it suits families, heritage and festival lovers. Our Mysuru itineraries run from 3 to 9 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
October to February. Dasara (September–October) is the highlight; winters are mild.
How to reach Mysuru
- By air: Mysore Airport has limited flights; Bengaluru (BLR) is about 170 km
- By rail: Mysuru Junction, with frequent trains from Bengaluru
- By road: About 3 hours from Bengaluru by expressway
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
6D / 5NOoty · Mysuru · CoorgNilgiris & Coorg Hill Circuit
A cross-state hill loop: Ooty's gardens and toy train, Mysuru's palace on the way down and two nights among Coorg's coffee estates.
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6D / 5NWayanad · Coorg · MysuruMalabar & Coorg Road Trip
A green road trip across the Western Ghats: Wayanad's forests, Coorg's coffee country and Mysuru's palace on the final evening.
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4D / 3NMysuru · CoorgMysuru & Coorg Holiday
The palace city and coffee country: Mysuru's palace, Chamundi Hill and Brindavan Gardens, then two nights on a Coorg estate.
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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.
View itinerary →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 / 2NMysuru · ShravanabelagolaShravanabelagola & Mysuru
Mysuru's palace and Chamundi Hill, then the barefoot climb to the great Gommateshwara statue and the basadis of Chandragiri.
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Top things to see in Mysuru
MysuruHilltop temple and giant Nandi statue
MysuruNeo-Gothic cathedral
KarnatakaTipu Sultan's island fortress, 15 km away
KarnatakaFlower and spice market
Nature and landscapes of Mysuru
MysuruHilltop temple and giant Nandi statue
MysuruTerraced gardens with a musical fountain
MysuruTipu Sultan's island fortress, 15 km away
Cultural experiences in Mysuru
Heritage and landmarks
MysuruIndo-Saracenic royal palace
MysuruHilltop temple and giant Nandi statue
MysuruNeo-Gothic cathedral
KarnatakaTipu Sultan's island fortress, 15 km away
KarnatakaFlower and spice market
On the menuFood to try
- Mysore pak
- Mysore masala dosa
- Nanjangud bananas
Outdoor activities in Mysuru
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Mysuru: October to February. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Mysuru 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. Dasara (September–October) is the highlight; winters are mild.
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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