escape2explore presents "Hampi Badami Tour"

✦ Activity Location: Hampi, Badami, Karnataka

✦ Start Day: Friday

✦ End Day: Sunday

About the Hampi Badami Tour Package:

Embark on a fascinating journey through time with our Hampi Badami Tour Package, a curated experience that brings to life Karnataka`s architectural grandeur and rich cultural heritage. Begin your exploration in Badami, the ancient capital of the Chalukyas, famous for its spectacular rock-cut cave temples, red sandstone cliffs, and sculptural brilliance.

Inclusions:

✦ Transportation (Non-AC | To/From Bangalore)

✦ 2 Breakfast

✦ 1 Dinner

✦ Tea/Snacks

✦ Badami Sightseeing (Aihole, Badami Fort, Pattadakallu, Teertha, Bhootanaatha Temple and Badami Cave Temple)

✦ Hampi Sightseeing (Virupaksha Temple, Lotus Mahal, Vittala Temple, Hampi Bazaar, Hazara Raama Temple & Elephant Stables)

✦ Campfire (depends on weather)

✦ Accommodation (Cottages separate for Men & Women)

Exclusions:

✦ Lunch (Saturday and Sunday)

✦ Entry Charges for any sightseeing Places

✦ Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions

Itinerary:

Day 0 - Bangalore to Badami

➞ 08:00 PM Pick-up starts from Bangalore.

Day 1 - Explore Badami

➞ 08:00 AM Arrive at the homestay and take some time to freshen up before your exciting day begins.

➞ 09:00 AM Enjoy a hearty breakfast and safely drop off any extra baggage at the resort for the day.

➞ 10:00 AM Gear up for the day’s adventure and head out to explore Badami Cave Temples and Badami Fort.

➞ 12:00 PM Visit the scenic Agastya Teertha Lake and explore the stunning Bhutanatha Temple beside the water.

➞ 02:00 PM Take a break for a self-sponsored lunch at a recommended local restaurant or food stop.

➞ 03:00 PM Depart towards Aihole, a historical and cultural site known for its ancient temples and architecture.

➞ 03:00 PM Explore Aihole’s iconic temples, rich carvings, and archaeological wonders from Chalukyan history.

➞ 04:00 PM Continue your journey to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Pattadakallu.

➞ 04:30 PM Explore Pattadakallu’s magnificent temples and learn about the evolution of South Indian temple architecture.

➞ 05:30 PM Return to the homestay and relax after a full day of history, culture, and scenic exploration.

➞ 07:30 PM If the weather allows, enjoy a cosy campfire session with fellow travellers and share stories.

➞ 08:30 PM Gather for a delicious dinner served at the homestay and unwind with your group.

➞ 10:00 PM Call it a night and get some well-deserved rest in preparation for the next day`s activities.

Day 2 - Explore Hampi

➞ 07:00 AM Wake up, freshen up, and enjoy a filling breakfast at the homestay before heading out.

➞ 08:30 AM Pack your bags, check out, and begin your sightseeing tour around the majestic ruins of Hampi.

➞ 12:00 PM Visit the sacred Virupaksha Temple, followed by the iconic stone architecture of Vittala Temple.

➞ 01:30 PM Explore the vibrant Hampi Bazaar and visit other highlights like Elephant Stables and Lotus Mahal.

➞ 03:00 PM If time permits, take a short break to rest or enjoy the surrounding landscape.

➞ 03:30 PM Have a self-sponsored lunch at a local restaurant or food stall on the way.

➞ 05:00 PM Begin your return journey from Hampi to Bangalore with beautiful memories of the tour.

➞ 11:00 PM Expected arrival in Bangalore, depending on road and traffic conditions.

➞ 12:00 AM In case of heavy traffic or delays, arrival back in Bangalore may be around midnight.

Pick-up Points:

1. Silk Board - near signal (08:00 PM)

2. Koramangala - Sony World Signal (08:20 PM)

3. Domlur (08:30 PM)

4. Mekhri Circle - Bus Stop (09:30 PM)

5. Yeshwantpur - Metro Station (10:00 PM)

Things to Carry 

✦ Government ID card

✦ Shoes as per comfort

✦ Backpack

✦ Sunscreen/Suncaps

✦ Mosquito Repellent Cream

✦ Toiletries

✦ Personal medical kit

✦ An extra pair of clothes

✦ Water bottle per person

✦ Energy bars and drinks

✦ Track pants and cotton T-shirt

✦ Camera (optional)