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Lepakshi Temple and Nandi Hills Day Trip from Bangalore
Bangalore, India
$178
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Overview
The Lepakshi Temple and Nandi Hills day trip from Bangalore features a captivating blend of history and culture. Departing at 7:00 AM from your hotel, this enriching journey promises a day filled with exploration.
- 🕌 Visit Lepakshi Temple, a 16th-century marvel famous for its unique stone carvings and vibrant paintings.
- 🍽️ Savor a delectable local lunch at a nearby restaurant, featuring authentic South Indian dishes and refreshing beverages (lunch available at an extra cost).
- 🏞️ Travel to Nandi Hills, about 60 km away, to ascend to the ancient Nandi Temple while enjoying breathtaking views.
- 🌺 Stroll through captivating gardens at Nandi Hills, perfect for a leisurely walk before returning to Bangalore.
- 🚗 Enjoy a private air-conditioned vehicle for the entire journey, ensuring comfort and convenience.
- 👨🏫 Benefit from an English-speaking private guide who shares valuable insights throughout the trip.
- 🌅 Visit iconic spots like Tipu’s Drop for sweeping valley views and Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace showcasing Indo-Islamic architecture.
- 🏞️ Explore the serene Amrita Sarovar Lake, ideal for quiet reflection amidst nature.
- 🌄 Witness the colossal Nandi statue at Lepakshi, a symbol of devotion, and marvel at the hanging pillar, an architectural wonder.
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy this cultural adventure comfortably.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Car Only
Includes: Private Car with Driver.
Pickup included
Includes: Private Car with Driver.
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Bottled water in the car.
- Government Taxes.
- Lunch, if option selected.
- Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
- Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
- English speaking local guide, if option selected.
- Gratuities and optional activities.
- Camera charges at monuments.
- 7:30 AM: Depart from your Bangalore hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle and drive towards Nandi Hills, located around 60 km away. Enjoy the scenic countryside and fresh morning breeze during the drive. (pass by)
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Nandi HillsNandi Hills: A scenic hill fortress near Bangalore, known for its stunning sunrise views, ancient temples, and lush greenery — a perfect start to your day surrounded by nature and history. Visit: - Nandi Temple: An ancient shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva’s sacred bull, offering panoramic views and intricate carvings depicting tales of devotion. - Tipu’s Drop: A historic cliff offering sweeping valley views and stories from Tipu Sultan’s reign. - Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace: Showcasing Indo-Islamic architecture with graceful arches, frescoes, and a small museum of Tipu Sultan’s artifacts. - Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple: A 9th-century temple complex renowned for its detailed carvings and shrines devoted to various Hindu deities. - Amrita Sarovar Lake: A tranquil reservoir surrounded by greenery — ideal for a quiet walk and reflection.
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Isha Foundation ChikkaballapuraDrive towards Chikkaballapur (Approx. 30 minutes): Proceed to Chikkaballapur, a scenic town surrounded by rolling hills and spiritual energy. Visit Chikkaballapur Isha Foundation: Explore the peaceful surroundings of the Isha Foundation, home to the majestic 112-feet Adiyogi Shiva statue, symbolizing self-transformation and inner well-being. Take some time to experience the meditative atmosphere and admire the spiritual architecture before continuing your journey.
- Proceed to Lepakshi (Approx. 1.5 hours drive): Continue your drive to Lepakshi, a 16th-century architectural masterpiece known for its rich carvings and artistic grandeur. Optional Lunch Break: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant near Lepakshi, featuring authentic South Indian dishes and refreshing beverages. (pass by)
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Veerabhadra Swamy Temple ComplexExplore Lepakshi Temple: - Veerabhadra Temple: A stunning example of Vijayanagara architecture adorned with mythological carvings and rich spiritual symbolism. - Natya Mantapa & Kalyana Mandapa: Admire the intricately sculpted pillars and panels that once echoed with dance and divine ceremonies. - Mukha Mantapa: Explore the temple’s grand main hall supported by 38 elaborately carved pillars. - Hanging Pillar: Witness the remarkable architectural illusion of the gravity-defying pillar — a true marvel of ancient engineering. - Nandi Statue: Visit the colossal monolithic Nandi, carved from a single block of granite, among the largest in India and a symbol of devotion and strength.
- 4:30 PM: Begin your return drive to Bangalore, enjoying the picturesque countryside and evening hues along the way. 7:00 PM: Arrive back at your Bangalore hotel and conclude your memorable day filled with natural beauty, spiritual serenity, and architectural brilliance. (pass by)
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Lepakshi Temple and Nandi Hills Day Trip from Bangalore
Bangalore, India
$178
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