Historic Mysore Private Tour: A Day Excursion from Bangalore with Royal Palace Visit

Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Mysore on a private day tour from Bangalore. Visit the iconic Mysore Palace, explore ancient temples, and indulge in delicious Indian cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable journey through Indian history!

Duration: 14 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mysuru Palace - The Mysore Palace served as the royal residence for the Wadiyar dynasty, who governed Mysore in the 19th century. Constructed in 1912, the palace is oriented towards the Chamundi Hills.
  • Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple - Located in Srirangapatna, the Ranganathaswamy Temple is a highly esteemed Vaishnavite shrine in South India….
What's Included
  • Pick up & Drop off
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Expert guide service
What's Not Included
  • Personal Expenses not included here
  • Customize your journey by selecting either Daria Daulat or Somnathpur Temple
  • Extended pickup zones are available with a modest additional charge for your convenience
  • Your choice to offer appreciation through tips
Additional Information

A Perfect Full-Day Private Tour of Mysore – Royal History, Culture & Iconic Landmarks:
This is an ideal day tour for exploring Mysore. The private tour begins at 7:30 AM and continues until the evening. Visitors will explore the magnificent Mysore Palace, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Somnathpur Temple, or Daria Daulat.
Mysore beautifully highlights Indian…

Location
Mysuru Palace
Sayyaji Rao Rd, Agrahara, Chamrajpura
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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H6641lrdougk
Feb 14, 2026
The road to Mysore - Fantastic trip to Mysore palace and several temples. Guides were informative and knowledgeable. Our driver Yogesh was extremely accommodating picking me up and dropping me off from my hotel in Bangalore. Great day!
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Sightseer19885421619
Feb 10, 2026
excellent experience - Hotel is very nice staff is very nice.. reception guys Konika and Manish are very helpful...I enjoyed my stay here. food is very delicious. the environment was good, the food was excellent. will visit again for sure
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Curiosity07077566868
Feb 10, 2026
Amazing India tour - recommended to visit - This was my second visit to India and my first time exploring Mysore Palace, and it was truly a wonderful experience. The palace, with its rich history &inspiring. It's hard to believe that it was built nearly 100 years ago. Although some parts have been damaged over time, the remaining structure is beautifully preserved and still leaves a lasting impression. The authorities have thoughtfully restricted access to certain areas to protect the monument, which is appreciated. There were fewer visitors compared to my previous trip, likely because it was a weekday during the winter season, which made the experience even more pleasant. Visiting in the evening is highly recommended, as the lighting completely transforms the palace and enhances its beauty. The food experience was also delightful. Both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options were available, and the meals were served on banana leaves, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Overall, it was a memorable visit, and I would highly recommend Mysore tour to anyone traveling to south region.
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866priyag
Feb 3, 2026
Must visit - Thoughtful Mysuru India tour - This tour turned out to be an unexpected highlight of our trip. Everything was very well organized from start to finish. We had a few pleasant stops along the way for coffee and lunch, with multiple lunch options including vegetarian choices, which we really appreciated. We were also provided with complimentary water bottles and snacks, which was a thoughtful touch. Although it was a long journey (almost three hours each way), the car was comfortable and made the drive much easier. Mysore was sunny and absolutely beautiful, and seeing the Mysore Palace was truly breathtaking. I only wish we had a little more time to stop at the viewpoints at Chamundi Hills for photos, but I completely understand that with such a long journey, time management is important. Our guide, Prashant, was excellent throughout the tour. I would especially like to mention that both Prashant and the driver were wonderful—very kind, accommodating, and understanding. They truly made the experience enjoyable for us. Overall, it was a lovely experience and one we would happily recommend.
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Alexge8120ii
Jan 30, 2026
Fun day around Bangalore - I took a private tour , it included transportation, lunch and guide that we picked up next to our first destination. The guide was very experienced and knowledgeable. The lunch on banana leaf was awesome and all visited sites were very interesting. Be aware there are two options once to visit silk manufacturer and store, another option is to visit king Tipu palace, and Swamy tample in the begging of the day, highly reccomend the latter. Driver was good stopped on the way to try local food. I will suggest it as whole day experience.
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C8831kzadityas
Jan 29, 2026
Must visit trip to India- Mysuru - Our excursion to Mysore, with lunch included, was truly magnificent and became one of the highlights of our trip. Our tour guide, Mr. Prashant, and our driver, Mr. Sanju, were both extremely professional, efficient, and genuinely kind. From the very beginning, they made us feel comfortable and well taken care of. The places they chose for photo stops were some of the best viewpoints in the area, and every site we visited was simply fantastic. The restaurant they selected for lunch was excellent. We enjoyed delicious, authentic Indian food served on a banana leaf, with a wide variety of dishes to choose from — a wonderful cultural experience in itself. What really stood out was the depth of knowledge shared throughout the tour. Prashant’s explanations and stories about the region were outstanding. He is very knowledgeable, polite, and always happy to answer any questions. Sanju, our driver, was equally impressive — very professional, careful, and ensured a safe and smooth journey at all times. We are truly grateful for this wonderful experience and highly recommend this excursion to anyone visiting the area. It is definitely a must-do! Warm regards, Wiledo and Jikos from Canada 🇨🇦
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K8123qzmarcg
Jan 27, 2026
Excellent tour. Would book again. - Excellent tour. Really great guide and knowledgeable about the culture and the history. Great chauffeur and great bus. Book this tour with confidence, you will be satisfied. Thanks!
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J4640iijohny
Jan 25, 2026
Great day trip from Bangalore to Mysuru - I had a great day trip from Bangalore to Mysuru with Roopesh, the tour guy, and Yogesh, the driver today. The total length of the tour is around 12 hours. I was picked up and dropped off at my hotel. Roopesh and Yogesh arranged everything so I am totally worry free. We went to a few attractions with the main ones as Tipu summer palace and Mysuru palace. Yogesh was very knowledgeable and explained very well. I was quite pleased with the trip.
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J6714fisanas
Feb 25, 2026
Wonderful Mysuru Bangalore Tour - We had a wonderful time exploring the Mysore Palace with Prashant. The tour was exceptionally well organized and truly worth the price. We spent approximately 13 hours on the tour, and every moment was both interesting and enjoyable. We would recommend booking the earliest available time slot, as it began to get quite busy when we were leaving and a queue was forming outside. The lunch provided was also delicious, which added to the overall pleasant experience. We highly recommend this tour from our side and sincerely appreciate the memorable experience.
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Matt_m
Jan 26, 2026
Bait and switch. - Viator appears to be using a bait and switch for this tour - the main page describing this tour talks about visits to various temples and palaces and makes no mention of silk worms or silk manufacturing but when you click "Check Availability" the default option is a completely different tour which doesn't visit any of the locations described on the tour page. Even after booking, my itinerary showed the tour I wanted to book but the actual booking was for a completely different tour. Calling Viatour to correct this issue resulted in their representative being rude and unhelpful. This is a real shame because I have used Viator before and they have been great in the past but I can't in good conscience recommend you use them just in case they pull another bait and switch and you end up with a tour you don't want.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).