Overview
Tour name: A Journey through Many Worlds
Duration: 6 Days
Destinations covered: Hampi and Badami
Package Details
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Tour Highlights:- |
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Hampi |
Pattadakal, Aihole, Sasivekalu Ganesha Temple and Hemakuta Group of Monuments, Hazara Temple, Krishna Temple, Zenana Enclosure, Vittala Temple, Virupaksha Temple |
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Badami |
Mahakuta Temple, Bhoothanath Temple, Jambulinga Temple, Archaeological Museum, Visit Malegitti Shivalaya, Badami Caves |
Package Itinerary
Day 01 - Arrival at Bangalore
Meet on arrival and transfer to a hotel. Depending on the arrival proceed for half-day city tour to Iskcon Temple (one of the largest in the world) - the Krishna Temple is a blend of modern technology and spiritual harmony. After which you can proceed to Lalbagh Botanical Gardens (India’s largest collection of tropical gardens) - Beautifully sculpted gardens, flowers abound, rare collection of tropical and sub-tropical plants. Vidhana Soudha - is the seat of the state legislature of Karnataka. Dodda Ganeshana Gudi (Bull Temple) the Hindu temple is inside a park called Bugle Rock.
Overnight at Hotel in Bangalore.
Day 02 - Bangalore to Mysore (180 kms - 4 hrs)
After breakfast, checkout and drive to Mysore enroute visit Srirangapatna - Island fortress of Tippu Sultan. Visit Tippu's Summer Palace, Mosque, and Sriranganatha Temple. On arrival check into a hotel. Evening visit Chamundi Hill - perched atop a hill the 4.8m tall monoliths of Nandi and the gigantic Mahishasura statue are added attractions.
Overnight at Hotel in Mysore.
Day 03 - Mysore
After breakfast, proceed to visit Mysore Palace - It is the official residence and seat of the Wodeyars — the Maharajas of Mysore, the palace is a splendid structure in the Indo-Saracenic style, among its many attractions are a magnificent gold throne displayed during the Dasara celebrations. Jaganmohan Palace-Art Gallery - an excellent collection of ceramics, sandalwood, ivory, stone, antique furniture and ancient musical instruments. St. Philomena's Church - is a Catholic church built in honour of St. Philomena in the Diocese of Mysore, India. It was constructed in 1936 using a Neo Gothic style and its architecture was inspired by the Cologne Cathedral in Germany. Later visit Brindavan Garden - the Krishna Raja Sagar Dam after sundown, when musical fountains and colored lights transform this place into a magical fairyland.
Overnight at Hotel in Mysore.
Day 04 - Mysore to Nagarahole National Park – Kabini (45 kms-1 hr)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kabini nestled in the southern fringes of the Nagarahole, it is a perfect getaway for nature lovers. The breathtaking locale with the tranquil backwaters of the River Kabini presents an ideal setting for a long-awaited vacation. Check in on arrival and proceed for buffet lunch. Evening proceed for Wildlife Safari. Return to resort, wildlife film followed by camp fire and buffet dinner.
Overnight at Hotel in Kabini.
Day 05 - Kabini to Hassan (158 kms - 3 hrs 15 mins)
After breakfast drive to Hassan. It is home to a number of temples. On reaching, check into the hotel. Have your lunch and leave to explore Belur and Halebid Temples. This UNESCO world heritage site is an amazing example of South Indian architecture. There are numerous ancient temples such as Chennakesava Temple, the Vir Narayan and the Chennigaraya Temple.
Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Hassan.
Day 06 - Hassan
After breakfast, leave for a day-trip to Shravanabelagola. It is one of the most well-known religious sites of Jain devotees. There is a 57-feet tall monolithic statue of Bhagwan Gommateshvara Bahubali who is considered to be the protector of Shravanabelagola. It is here that King Chandragupta died in 298 BC after he had become a Jain monk.
Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Hassan
Day 06 - Hassan
After breakfast, leave for a day-trip to Shravanabelagola. It is one of the most well-known religious sites of Jain devotees. There is a 57-feet tall monolithic statue of Bhagwan Gommateshvara Bahubali who is considered to be the protector of Shravanabelagola. It is here that King Chandragupta died in 298 BC after he had become a Jain monk.
Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Hassan.
Day 07 - Hassan to Hampi (326 kms - 6 hrs 15 mins)
After breakfast checkout and head to Hampi. On the way, halt at Aihole, a tiny hamlet on the banks of the Malaprabha River. Other tourist places you will visit include Durga Temple, Ravalphadi Cave, the Lad Khan Temple and the Buddhist Temple. On reaching Hampi, check into the hotel. The evening is scheduled to visit the 14th century quaint town built on the banks of the Tungabhadra River.
Overnight at Hotel in Hampi.
Day 08 - Hampi
After breakfast head out on a full day guided excursion to explore three major temple complexes - The Vittala Temple, the Virupaksha Temple and the King’s Palace. The evening is free to walk amidst the ruins of Hampi.
Overnight at Hotel in Hampi.
Day 09 - Hampi to Badami (141 kms - 3 hrs)
After breakfast, checkout and head to Badami, formerly known as Vatapi that was once a royal capital of the Chalukyas. On the way, halt at Pattadakal. Pattadakal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with around 10 temples that are a mix of Indian architectural styles. On arrival at Badami, check-in your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore the surroundings on foot or simply relax.
Overnight at Hotel in Badami.
Day 10 - Departure to Belgaum airport from Badami (141 kms - 2 hrs 30 mins)
After breakfast checkout of your hotel and head to Belgaum airport where you can catch your flight back home.
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Day 1 - Arrival at Badami
Arrival at airport, you will be met by your driver in the arrival hall and he will be holding a placard in your name. You will straight proceed to Badami approx 2 ½ hrs drive. Arrive hotel and check in.
After lunch drive to visit Mahakuta (Mahakuteshwara Temple). At a distance of 13 Kms from Badami, Mahakuta Temples are ancient group of temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. A beautiful place surrounded by hills, Mahakuta was once a great center of shaiva culture.
There is also a natural spring pond called Vishnu Pushkarini near the temple. Some of the smaller shrines have wonderful carvings on the outer walls and the pillars inside. The ceiling of one of the temples is nicely carved with images of dream animals.
Overnight at Hotel in Badami.
Day 2 - Badami
After breakfast visit The Badami Cave, they are composed of four caves, all carved out of the sandstone on a hill face in the late 6th century. The four caves are simple in style. The entrance is a verandah with stone columns and brackets, a unique feature of these caves, leading to a columned mantapa and then to the small square temple cut deep into the cave.
The temple caves are dedicated to Lord Vishnu, one to Lord Shiva and the fourth is a Jain temple.
After lunch drive to Bhoothanath temple, Jambulinga Temple, visit Archaeological Museum, visit Malegitti Shivalaya.
Overnight at Hotel in Badami
Day 3 - Badami to Hampi
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Hampi (Approx 3.5 hrs) enroute visit Pattadakal and Aihole.
Your first visit will be at Pattadakal, where you will get the opportunity to explore the UNESCO World Heritage temple complex and learn about the association of two different temple architecture that includes North Indian Nagara style & South Indian Dravidian style of temple architectures.
Later drive to visit Aihole - A peaceful village on the banks of the Malaprabha river, Aihole is acclaimed as the cradle of Hindu temple of architecture. Among hundreds of temples, the most impressive one is the Durga temple with its semicircular apse, elevated plinth and the gallery encircling the sanctum. Lord Shiva Temple, Kontigudi temples etc.
After visiting Aihole - Drive to Kushtagi via Gajendragad route.
Arrive Hampi and check in at your hotel.
Overnight at Hotel Hampi.
Day 4 - Hampi
After breakfast proceed for a half day Hampi tour.
Your will start your tour by visiting Sasivekalu Ganesha Temple and Hemakuta Group of Monuments.
At the Sasivekalu Ganesha Temple the lord Ganesha is seen in a half-lotus position with four arms. The Hemakuta group of temples is a cluster of ancient temples situated on the Hemakuta hill in Hampi adjacent to Virupaksha Temple. Of great religious significance, the Virupaksha temple is the oldest shrine on the site.
Later visit Krishna Temple and Water tank.
Krishna Temple -- Built by the King Krishnadevaraya in 1513 AD, the Krishna temple was established to celebrate the invasion of the eastern kingdom of Ulkala. The temple is dedicated to Lord Balakrishna and possesses an idol of the Lord as an infant.
After lunch visit Hazara Temple and Royal enclosure
Hazara Rama Temple in Hampi is an important shrine in Hampi. This small but beautiful temple is located at the center of the royal area. The temple is dedicated to Lord Rama, a Hindu deity. It was once the private temple of the kings and the royal family of Vijayanagara. The temple is famous for the lovely bas relics and panels depicting the story of the epic Ramayana.
The Royal Enclosure is one of the interesting ruins of Hampi. The huge fortified area was once the centre of the Vijayanagara Empire. The Royal Enclosure, as the name indicates, was the place where the King of Vijayanagara Empire lived and ruled from. This area was secured by double walls. It had three entrances, two on the northern side and one on the western side.
Visit Hampi's Bazaars, you can shop for harem pants, bags, silver jewellery, leather goods and even Buddhist antiques.
Overnight in the hotel in Hampi.
Day 5 - Hampi
After breakfast, meet your guide in the hotel lobby and proceed for half day Hampi tour
Drive to Caves area to take a boat ride to Vittala Temple approx 30 minutes boat ride.
The Vittala Temple in Hampi is an ancient structure, which is well known for its architecture and unmatched craftsmanship. The monument is seen as one of the largest and famed structures in the group of monuments in Hampi. The temple is located in the northeastern part of Hampi near the banks of the river Tungabhadra.
After lunch, drive to visit The Zenana Enclosure was a fortified and secluded area reserved for the royal ladies of the Vijayanagara Empire. The Zenana Enclosure is located in the area approaching the Royal Enclosure and near the Ranga Temple.
The enclosure is a sprawling compound that had tall walls surrounding it on all sides and watch towers to keep guard against any trespassers. It was constructed during the days of the Vijayanagara Empire.
The highlight of the Zenana Enclosure is the Lotus Mahal or Kamal Mahal, one of the most remarkable structures in Hampi.
Watch Towers: The three Watch Towers are located in three corners of the enclosure. Each tower is a two storied structure built in the Indo-Islamic style of architecture. There are steps that lead to the top of two of the towers.
Overnight at Hotel in Hampi
Day 6 - Hampi to Vidaynagar Airport
After breakfast checkout of your hotel and head to Vidyanagar airport where you can catch your flight back home.
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