Cultural Tour of Forts, Palaces, and Temples in Hampi

11 days Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided Operated by AGORA VOYAGES (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED

Why we love it?

The "Fort, Palaces, Temples & Beach" tour spans 11 days, exploring the rich historical and cultural heritage of Bidar, Gulbarga, and Hampi. Ideal for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking a blend of architecture and natural beauty, the tour includes visits to ancient forts, palaces, and temples, showcasing the region's diverse history. Distinctively, it combines cultural exploration with leisure, offering a chance to unwind on scenic beaches. Participants will benefit from guided tours by local experts, ensuring an in-depth understanding of each destination.

Inclusions

  • Breakfast
  • Assistance on arrival at the airport.
  • 10 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
  • Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
  • Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in the car.
  • Government taxes.

Exclusions

  • Any flight ticket.
  • Camera charges at monuments if any.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.

Itinerary

Day 1
  • Hyderabad

  • On arrival at Hyderabad airport meet with our office executive assistance and transfer to hotel (hotels check in time 1200hr afternoon, early check in subject to rooms availability). Rest time free for personal activities relax.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 2
  • Hyderabad

  • Breakfast at hotel, explore this wondrous capital, a 400 year-old metropolitan city teeming with bustling-bazaars and Muslim monuments. Visit to Golconda Fort, Qutub Shahi tombs, Salar Jung Museum, Hussain Sagar, Charminar and Grand Mecca Masjid.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 3
  • Hyderabad - Bidar - Gulbarga (280kms/ 5hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel, drive to Gulbarga en route visiting Bidar Fort & Jami Masjid. On arrival check-in at Hotel, rest time free & easy to relax.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 4
  • Gulbarga - Hampi (280kms/ 5hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel city tour of Gulbarga a Hindu city before the Muhammadan conquest. Visit Sharan basaveshwara temple & Hazrat Khwaja Bande Nawaz mausoleum. Afternoon drive to Hampi check-in at Hotel.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 5
  • Hampi

  • Breakfast at hotel city tour of Hampi an UNESCO world Heritage sites dotted with numerous ruined temple complexes from the Vijayanagara Empire on the bank of the River Tungabhadra. Visit Hazara Rama Temple, King's Balance, Mahanavami Dibba, Royal enclosures, Statue of Ugra Narasimha Temple, Virupaksha Temple, Vithala And Lotus Mahal, Vithala Temple Complex and ASI Museum.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 6
  • Hampi - Lakkundi - Gadag - Badami (180kms/ 4hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel, drive to Badami via visiting Lakkundi & Gadag (Guide service not available in Lakkundi & Gadag, subject to availability local guide will be hired by our driver). Arrive Badami check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 7
  • Badami - Pattadakal & Aihole (40kms one way)

  • Breakfast at hotel. Excursion visits to Aihole & Pattadakal both UNESCO World heritage site.
    Aihole is a major archaeological site featuring over one hundred and twenty stone and cave temples from fourth century through the twelfth century CE. Over one hundred Aihole temples are Hindu, a few are Jain and one is Buddhist. The site is spread over about 5 square kilometers.

  • Pattadakal, represents the high point of an eclectic art under the Chalukya dynasty. An impressive series of nine Hindu temples, as well as a Jain sanctuary, can be seen there. One masterpiece from the group stands out – the Temple of Virupaksha, built c. 740 by Queen Lokamahadevi to commemorate her husband's victory over the kings from the South.Return to Badami and city sightseeing.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 8
  • Badami - Goa (250kms/ 5hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel drive to Goa check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax on the beach.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 9
  • Goa

  • Breakfast at hotel. Goa coastlines stretching along the Arabian Sea. Its long history as a Portuguese colony prior to 1961 is evident in its preserved 17th-century churches and the area’s tropical spice plantations. Known for its beaches, ranging from popular stretches at Baga and Palolem to those in laid-back fishing villages such as Agonda. Full day city tour of Goa covering Churches of Old Goa, Panjim city, Altinho, Dona Paula viewpoint and famous beaches. Rest time free and easy to relax.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 10
  • Goa

  • Breakfast at hotel day free and easy to relax and the beach and explore the sites of your interest with your driver.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 11
  • Goa - Departure

  • Breakfast at hotel. As per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.

Please Note

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Hotels used or similar Hyderabad x 2 nights
  • 3* - Aditya Park/ Lemon Tree Hotel
  • 4* - Lemon Tree Hotel/ Fortune Park Vallabha
  • 5* - ITC Kakatiya, a Luxury Collection/ Trident Hotel Gulbarga x 1 night
  • 3* - Atharva Hotel/ Hotel Heritage Inn
  • 3* / 5* - Citrus Hotel Hampi x 2 nights
  • 3* - Krishna Palace/ Kishkinda Heritage Resort
  • 4* - Heritage Resort / Royal Orchid Central Keerti
  • 5* - Hyatt Place/ Hampi Boulders Badami x 2 nights
  • 3* - Rajsangam Hotel/ The Heritage Resort
  • 3* / 5* - Badami Court/ Krishna Heritage Goa x 3 nights 3* - Varca Le Palm/ Lambana Resort
  • 4* - Lemon Tree Hotel Candolim/ The Chances Resort & Casino
  • 5* - Zuri Varca Goa White Sand Resort & Casino/ Alila Diwa Goa

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats available

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 2 days before start

Non-refundable after 2 days before start