Overview
Your journey at a glance

Step back in time on this 5 Nights / 6 Days Hampi–Badami–Vijaypur Short Break tour, exploring the architectural wonders and rich history of Karnataka. Discover magnificent temples, ancient cave complexes, grand monuments, and UNESCO-listed heritage sites that showcase the legacy of powerful dynasties. Blending history, culture, and stunning architecture, this short getaway offers an enriching travel experience filled with unforgettable stories and timeless beauty.

5 Nights 6 Days 04 Aug, 15 Sep, 29 Sep, and more Ravet, Maharashtra
Highlights
Experiences you'll remember

Highlights

Itinerary
Day-by-day journey plan
Day 7

Pimpri Chinchwad – Pune – Hampi

Hampi
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  • Tonight at 10:00 PM, our comfortable Urbania vehicle will depart from Waari's Ravet Office for the historic city of Hampi.
  • Once the glorious capital of the mighty Vijayanagara Empire, Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its magnificent temple complexes, royal ruins, unique stone architecture, and rich cultural heritage.
  • En route pick-up points will be available as per schedule. Relax and enjoy the overnight journey as we travel towards one of India's most remarkable historical destinations.
Day 7

Hampi Sightseeing

Hampi
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  • Arrive at Hampi/Hospet by around 11:00 AM and check in to the hotel. After some time to freshen up and relax,
  • Proceed to visit the magnificent Tungabhadra Dam, also known as Pampa Sagar. Completed in 1953, it is one of India's largest masonry dams and plays a vital role in irrigation, hydroelectric power generation, and flood control across Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana.
  • Spend the evening enjoying the scenic surroundings and peaceful atmosphere before returning to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight Stay: Hampi/Hospet

Day 7

Hampi Heritage Tour

Hampi
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  • After breakfast, spend the day exploring the architectural and cultural treasures of Hampi. Begin with a visit to the sacred Virupaksha Temple, one of the oldest continuously functioning temples in India and an important pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva.
  • Continue to the spectacular Vittala Temple Complex, famous for its iconic Stone Chariot and the legendary Musical Pillars, showcasing the brilliance of Vijayanagara architecture.
  • Later, explore the Royal Enclosure, including the elegant Queen's Bath, the beautifully designed Lotus Mahal, the impressive Elephant Stables, and the intricately carved Hazara Rama Temple.
  • Conclude the day's sightseeing with a visit to the massive Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, home to one of Hampi's most iconic monolithic sculptures.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight Stay: Hampi/Hospet

 

Day 7

Hampi – Pattadakal – Aihole – Badami

Badami
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  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Badami, the ancient capital of the Chalukya dynasty, renowned for its rock-cut cave temples and sandstone cliffs.
  • En route, visit Pattadakal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its remarkable collection of Chalukyan temples that beautifully blend North and South Indian architectural styles.
  • Continue to Aihole, often referred to as the Cradle of Indian Temple Architecture, where you'll explore several ancient temples showcasing the evolution of early Hindu temple design.
  • Upon arrival in Badami, visit the famous Badami Cave Temples, carved into red sandstone cliffs and dedicated to Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism.
  • Later, explore the scenic Agastya Lake, the historic Bhutanatha Temple Complex, and seek blessings at the revered Banashankari Temple.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight Stay: Badami

Day 7

Badami – Ilkal – Kudalasangama – Almatti – Vijayapura

Vijayapura
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  • After breakfast, proceed towards Vijayapura (Bijapur), with several interesting stops along the way. Visit Ilkal, a town renowned throughout India for its beautiful handwoven Ilkal Sarees, where you may also enjoy some shopping.
  • Continue to Kudalasangama, the sacred confluence of the Krishna, Malaprabha, and Ghataprabha rivers.
  • Visit the historic Sangameshwara Temple and the Samadhi of Basaveshwara, one of the most revered saints and social reformers of Karnataka.
  • Later, visit the impressive Almatti Dam, built across the Krishna River, and enjoy the beautiful gardens and panoramic views of the reservoir before proceeding to Vijayapura for the night.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight Stay: Vijayapura

Day 8

Vijayapura – Pune – Pimpri Chinchwad

Pimpri Chinchwad
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  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel and explore the magnificent historical monuments of Vijayapura, showcasing the grandeur of the Adil Shahi dynasty. Visit the world-famous Gol Gumbaz, renowned for its massive dome and unique Whispering Gallery.
  • Continue to the elegant Ibrahim Roza, often regarded as one of the finest examples of Indo-Islamic architecture.
  • Also visit the legendary Malik-e-Maidan Cannon, one of the largest medieval cannons in the world, and the beautiful Jama Masjid, admired for its impressive architecture and historical significance.
  • Later, begin your return journey towards Pune, carrying unforgettable memories of the rich history, magnificent architecture, and spiritual heritage experienced during the Historic Hampi – Badami – Vijayapura Tour.
  • Arrive at Ravet late at night, where the tour concludes with wonderful memories.

Meals: Breakfast

Inclusions/Exclusions
Know what's covered

What is included in the tour

  • 1-night stay at Badami 
  • 2-night stay at Hampi 
  • 1-night stay at Vijaypur
  • 5 tea/coffee, breakfasts included 
  • Travel by comfortable A/C Urbania. (Seats will be allocated on a rotation basis.)
  • Accommodation in comfortable hotels.
  • 1 water bottle per person per day.
  • Accompanied local guide/s services wherever required
  • Experienced Tour Manager Service from Day 01 meeting point till the dropping point on the last day

What is NOT included in the tour

  • 5% GST
  • Any extra expense incurred due to any force majeure situation or natural calamities before the tour departure or during the tour, such as a change in airline schedule, route, or operation, changing the tour date, a change in hotel, etc.
  • Any personal expenses or the cost of any optional activity or service
  • Any extra cost incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalisation, or any personal emergency
  • Any Darshan Pass charges will be extra.
  • Any rickshaw or local transport used for local sightseeing will be extra.
  • Anything specifically not mentioned in the ‘inclusions’ column
Important Information & Tour Guidelines
- Guests opting for Joining & Leaving arrangements are required to book their own flight/train tickets and arrange airport/railway station transfers unless otherwise specified. - To avail the group airport transfer, the following conditions must be met - Your arrival airport must be the same as the group's scheduled arrival airport. - Your arrival time should be at least one hour before the scheduled group flight arrival time. - On the last day, your departure flight must be from the same airport and scheduled after the group's departure flight. - Standard hotel check-in time is generally 2:00 PM (or as per the hotel's policy) and check-out time is 10:00 AM / 11:00 AM (or as per the hotel's policy). Early check-in and late check-out are subject to hotel availability and may attract additional charges. - If your flight arrives before the standard check-in time, we may arrange sightseeing or other activities, wherever operationally feasible, to help you make the most of your day. - In case of flight rescheduling resulting in an earlier arrival or later departure, additional meals or refreshments, if required as per the revised schedule, will be arranged at the company's discretion. - Extra Adult/Child with Mattress bookings will be provided with one mattress per room, as applicable. - Meals are served only as mentioned in the tour itinerary. Meals during air travel, train journeys, bus travel, transit halts, or personal stopovers are not included unless specifically mentioned. - Seating in the tour vehicle is allotted on a first come, first served basis at the beginning of the tour and will remain the same throughout the journey unless otherwise decided by the Tour Manager for operational reasons. - Due to operational requirements, weather conditions, local circumstances, traffic, government regulations, or other unavoidable reasons, the sightseeing sequence, itinerary, or travel route may be changed or reversed. However, every effort will be made to provide all the inclusions or suitable alternatives. - All our departures are planned to operate as scheduled. However, if the minimum required number of participants is not achieved, the company reserves the right to merge the departure with another date or offer suitable alternatives. Guests may also opt for a customised package, where certain group services such as the Tour Manager, group activities, games, meals, or entry tickets may vary or may not be available. - Air tickets issued under promotional, special, or non-refundable fares are subject to the respective airline's fare rules and may be partially or fully non-refundable. - Guests are advised to keep their passports, travel documents, valuables, cash, and personal belongings safe throughout the tour. Waari shall not be responsible for any loss due to negligence or unforeseen circumstances. - Always carry Waari's emergency contact details along with your Tour Manager's contact number during the journey - All tours are conducted subject to Waari's Terms & Conditions, which form an integral part of your booking.
Pickup point
Where your journey begins
Ravet, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra, India View on Map