Hampi, recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, will take you back to ancient times by its magnificent architecture and the natural beauty around it.
Situated at the beautiful bank of river Tungabhadra, Hampi has many historical temples and ancient monuments. Apart from its fascinating history, this place is also known for its scenic landscapes dotted with coconut trees and paddy fields.
Hampi (Google Map)
Fees: Rs.13999
– For booking the trip, you need to pay Rs.6000 non-refundable advance
– Rs.1000 discount if you opt for triple sharing
– Rs.1000 extra for 2AC tickets (instead of 3AC)
Board 11139 CSMT-HPT Express from CST (21:20), Thane (21:53) or Pune (01:05).
12:30 – Reach Hospet
12:30 – Get the vibes of Hampi while crossing Tungabhadra river and a very scenic route with rice fields on both sides.
13.30 – Reach Sanapur and freshen up
15:00 – Exciting Coracle ride in Sanapur Lake. It is a round boat made of bamboo
16:00 – Visit Anjanadri Hills to watch the sunset while sipping your evening coffee. You will get an eagle view of the entire Hampi (This is optional activity and only to be covered if there is enough time to reach and complete the trek/stairs climbing activity)
19:30 – Go Café-Hopping and enjoy the nightlife of Hampi
06:00 – Get up early if you want to enjoy the morning sunrise and the birds
08:00 – After breakfast, we will explore
– the ancient temples and ruins of Vijayanagara Empire
– Vithala Temple: it has the famous stone chariot, musical pillar.
– Royal enclosure: lotus temple, old elephant stables and the beautiful garden
13:00 – Local South Indian meals
15:00 – Visit the huge Virupaksha temple dedicated to lord Shiva.
16:00 – Travel back to Hotel for another fun-filled evening to cherish
05:00 – Get up early in morning, get fresh and up
05:30 – Leave for Badami and pass through very scenic route where sunflower fields are on both side of road.
09:00 – Take blessing at Banashankari Temple also known as Shaktipeeth Shakambhari Devi
10:00 – Badami Cave Temples: 4 groups of caves dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu
11:00 – Pattadakal Temples, an UNESCO World Heritage Site on the banks of the Malaprabha River
13:00 – Aihole Temples
14.00 – After long day of exploring Badami, we proceed for a delicious lunch
15:30 – Leave for Badami railway station to board 11140 HPT-CSMT Express
01:30 – Reach Pune
05:30 – Reach Mumbai.
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