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8 Nights / 9 Days
Daily Tour
10 people
English
Embark on a journey through the heritage corridor of Karnataka, beginning in Pune and concluding in the vibrant city of Bangalore. This tour highlights the architectural brilliance of the Chalukyas, Hoysalas, and Vijayanagara Empire through intricately carved temples, rock-cut caves, and ruined palace complexes. Explore UNESCO-listed sites at Hampi and Pattadakal, marvel at the black stone temples of Belur and Halebidu, and admire the colossal monolithic statue at Shravanabelagola. The itinerary also includes visits to royal palaces, Jain basadis, stepwells, and colonial churches, showcasing centuries of Indian art and engineering mastery. Experience the living history of southern India’s dynasties through this culturally immersive itinerary.
| # | Discount group | From adult | To adult | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Discount on 2-person group | 2 | 2 | 44.6% |
| 2 | Discount on 3-person group | 3 | 3 | 43.7% |
| 3 | Discount on 4-person group | 4 | 4 | 50.4% |
| 4 | Discount on 5-person group | 5 | 5 | 48.7% |
| 5 | Discount on 6-person group | 6 | 6 | 55.4% |
| 6 | Discount on 7-person group | 7 | 7 | 53.5% |
| 7 | Discount on 8-person group | 8 | 8 | 58.7% |
• Drive from Pune to Kolhapur through scenic sugarcane fields and Deccan plains. • Visit Mahalakshmi Temple, an 8th-century temple dedicated to Goddess Ambabai with Chalukyan architecture. • Visit Bhavani Mandap, the former royal court and palace showcasing Maratha history. • Optional: Visit Town Hall Museum to explore Maratha-era artifacts and coins. • Check-in at hotel and relax. • Overnight at hotel in Kolhapur.
• Breakfast at hotel. • Drive to Badami, enroute visit Belgaum. • Visit Belgaum Fort, a historic fortress blending Hindu and Islamic architecture from the 13th century. • Visit Kapileshwar Temple, one of the oldest Shiva temples in Karnataka. • Visit St. Mary's Church, a neo-Gothic style colonial church built during the British period. • Continue drive to Badami and check-in at hotel. • Overnight at hotel in Badami.
• Breakfast at hotel. • Visit Aihole, cradle of Chalukyan temple architecture, home to over 125 monuments from 6th–12th centuries. • Visit Durga Temple, a semi-circular apsidal structure with intricate carvings of deities and warriors. • Visit Lad Khan Temple, one of the oldest Hindu temples with distinct Dravidian features. • Visit Ravana Phadi Cave Temples, showcasing early rock-cut architecture and Shiva depictions. • Visit Pattadakal, UNESCO World Heritage Site of 7th–8th century Hindu and Jain temples. • Visit Virupaksha Temple, built by Queen Lokamahadevi, known for elaborate frescoes and mandapas. • Visit Sangameshwara & Mallikarjuna Temples, twin temples showcasing both Dravidian and Nagara styles. • Return to Badami. • Visit Badami Cave Temples, 6th-century shrines carved into sandstone cliffs depicting Shiva, Vishnu, and Jain Tirthankaras. • Visit Badami Fort, with clifftop views, ancient watchtowers, and historic gateways. • Visit Agastya Lake, surrounded by sandstone temples and sacred ghats. • Overnight at hotel in Badami.
• Breakfast at hotel. • Drive to Hampi with enroute visits to key Chalukyan temple towns. • Visit Gadag’s Trikuteshwara Temple complex dedicated to Shiva, known for three lingas carved from one stone. • Visit Lakkundi, an ancient town with over 50 Chalukyan temples and ornate stepwells (kalyani). • Visit Brahma Jinalaya, one of the oldest and finest Jain basadis in Lakkundi. • Visit Kashi Vishwanatha Temple with intricately detailed friezes and star-shaped layout. • Continue drive to Hampi and check-in at hotel. • Overnight at hotel in Hampi.
• Breakfast at hotel. • Visit Virupaksha Temple, the oldest functioning temple in Hampi dedicated to Lord Shiva. • Visit Vithala Temple Complex, famed for its stone chariot and musical pillars. • Visit Hazara Rama Temple, known for its bas-reliefs depicting the Ramayana in sequence. • Visit Mahanavami Dibba, a royal platform for festivals and processions. • Visit Royal Enclosure, remains of a fortified palace area with aqueducts and secret chambers. • Visit Lotus Mahal, a graceful, Indo-Islamic pleasure pavilion in the Zenana enclosure. • Visit Elephant Stables, impressive domed chambers for royal elephants. • Visit Statue of Ugra Narasimha, a 6.7m tall monolith showing Vishnu’s fierce lion form. • Visit ASI Museum, a rich repository of Hampi’s archaeological treasures. • Overnight at hotel in Hampi.
• Breakfast at hotel. • Drive to Hassan, enroute visiting Belur and Halebidu. • Visit Belur’s Chennakesava Temple, a 12th-century marvel adorned with scenes from Hindu epics. • Visit Kappe Chennigaraya Temple and surrounding shrines with Vijayanagara-era additions. • Visit Halebidu’s Hoysaleswara Temple, known for its intricate outer wall carvings and celestial depictions. • Visit Kedareswara Temple, a triple-shrine structure with star-shaped base and Hoysala motifs. • Visit Jain basadis of Halebidu reflecting their prominence during Hoysala period. • Continue drive to Hassan and check-in at hotel. • Overnight at hotel in Hassan.
• Breakfast at hotel. • Drive to Bangalore, enroute visit Shravanabelagola, a revered Jain pilgrimage site. • Climb Vindhyagiri Hill (30–45 mins hike) to visit the colossal 17m monolithic statue of Lord Bahubali (Gommateshwara). • Visit Chandragiri Hill with ancient Jain temples, inscriptions, and footprints of Jain Acharyas. • Continue drive to Bangalore and check-in at hotel. • Evening free for leisure or optional walk in MG Road. • Overnight at hotel in Bangalore.
• Breakfast at hotel. • Visit Lal Bagh Botanical Garden with over 1800 plant species and the iconic glasshouse. • Visit Cubbon Park, a green oasis spread over 300 acres with colonial-era buildings. • Visit Bangalore Fort, originally built by Kempe Gowda and later fortified by Tipu Sultan. • Visit Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, built in Indo-Islamic style with teak arches and frescoes. • Visit Bangalore Palace, inspired by Windsor Castle with Tudor and Gothic elements. • Visit Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi), housing a massive granite Nandi bull sculpture. • Drive past Vidhana Soudha and Karnataka High Court buildings for photo ops. • Overnight at hotel in Bangalore.
• Breakfast at hotel. • Transfer to Bangalore International Airport as per your flight schedule. • Tour ends with wonderful memories of Karnataka's architectural legacy.
Q: What kind of hotel accommodation is included in the package price?
We provide accommodation at standard five-star hotels, luxury resorts, and boutique heritage stays as part of the tour price. The properties are handpicked for their high service standards, comfort, prime locations, and authentic local charm. If a listed hotel is unavailable, a similar five-star or equivalent property will be offered.
Hotels used or similar for this tour (8 Nights Accommodation):
✔ Kolhapur – 1 Night: Sayaji Hotel Kolhapur
✔ Badami – 2 Nights: Morpho Banashree Resort OR WADA1 Badami
✔ Hampi – 2 Nights: Evolve Back, Hampi
✔ Hassan – 1 Night: Hoysala Village Resort OR Rosetta by Ferns, Sakleshpur
✔ Bangalore – 2 Nights: ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection Hotel OR Vivanta Bengaluru, Residency Road
Yes, we offer flexibility to upgrade hotels to luxury five-star or boutique properties at an additional cost, subject to availability. You can also request specific hotels during the booking process, and we will do our best to accommodate your preference.
Breakfast is generally included with hotel stays unless stated otherwise. Lunch and dinner are optional and can be added to your package upon request. You can also explore local dining during the tour.
Yes, once your booking is confirmed, we will share the final list of hotel names and contact details along with your tour confirmation documents.
Absolutely! We understand that every traveler has different preferences and budgets. If you prefer standard accommodation or 4-star hotel options instead of the default 5-star hotels, we can customize the tour and provide a tailored quote based on your requirements.
