Theme: Silk heritage • Butterfly conservation • Temple art • Royal Mysore Pick-up from Bangalore Begin your journey with an early morning pick-up from your hotel or residence in Bangalore. After a short meet-and-greet with the driver, proceed toward Karnataka’s countryside. The drive offers a calm transition from city life to rural landscapes. Sit back and enjoy the scenic highway views. Ramanagara Cocoon Market (Silk Experience) Visit Duration: 15 Minutes | No Guide Ramanagara is famously known as the Silk City of Karnataka and plays a vital role in Mysore silk production. At Asia’s largest cocoon market, you’ll witness live auctions of freshly harvested silk cocoons brought in by local farmers. The fast-paced trading activity gives you a rare, authentic insight into the raw beginnings of silk manufacturing.

Somnathpur

Drive to Butterfly Breeding Village | Travel Time: Approx. 1.5 Hours Journey through lush rural belts and quiet agricultural villages, gradually leaving behind the commercial zones. The route unfolds along the serene banks of the Cauvery River, with gentle mountain backdrops, expansive green fields, and local farmers at work. This traditional riverside village, untouched and deeply rooted in everyday rural life, offers an authentic glimpse into Karnataka’s countryside—where silk heritage, farming culture, and ecological conservation blend naturally.