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Heritage Hampi and Badami Rock-Cut Caves

3 nights from Hampi, with guided heritage tours of Vijayanagara ruins and Badami cave temples
Duration
3 nights
Destination
Hampi · Badami · Hampi
Designed for
Groups
Best time
Jan
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The journey

Journey into northern Karnataka to discover the stone architecture of the Vijayanagara Empire and the Early Chalukya dynasty. Based from Hampi and Badami, this route connects key UNESCO World Heritage monuments, active temples, and river landscapes.

You will explore the royal and sacred quarters of Hampi, take a coracle boat across the Tungabhadra River to Anegundi Village, and marvel at the 6th-century rock-cut cave temples and lakeside shrines of Badami.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Virupaksha Temple: active place of worship within Hampi's UNESCO World Heritage ruins

02

Vitthala Temple: famous stone chariot and historic architecture from the Vijayanagara Empire

03

Hemakuta Hill: panoramic sunset views over the boulder-strewn ruins of Hampi

04

Tungabhadra River: traditional coracle boat ride past ancient ruins and riverside boulders

05

Anegundi Village: peaceful rural settlement revered as Kishkindha in the Ramayana

06

Badami Cave Temples: four ancient shrines carved into a sandstone cliff

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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4 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
HampiHampi

Day 1 · Hampi

Arrival in Hampi and Heritage Monuments

Meet your representative on arrival in Hampi and transfer to your hotel. After freshening up, set out on a guided heritage tour across the UNESCO World Heritage ruins. Explore the active Virupaksha Temple, the Vitthala Temple complex with its stone chariot, the Lotus Palace, Queen's Bath, Elephant Stables, and Lakshmi Narasimha Temple. Towards late afternoon, head up Hemakuta Hill for the sunset over the ruins. Spend your evening at leisure sitting beside the Tungabhadra River, visiting local cafes, or shopping for souvenirs. Overnight in Hampi.

Meal notes

Meals not included

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Day 2 · Hampi

Coracle Ride, Anegundi Village and Optional Hike

Start the morning with an optional hike up Anjaneya Hill to visit the Hanuman Temple and take in panoramic views of the countryside. Next, board a traditional round coracle boat for a ride across the Tungabhadra River, viewing the boulder landscape and ruins from the water. Cross over to explore historic Anegundi Village, known in tradition as Kishkindha, to see local village life, village temples, and regional sights. Return to your hotel in Hampi for the night.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 3 · Badami

Drive to Badami and Cave Temples Tour

Check out from your Hampi hotel after breakfast and travel by road to Badami. Meet your guide to discover Badami's rock-cut architecture and structural heritage. Tour the four Badami Cave Temples carved directly into red sandstone cliffs, featuring three caves dedicated to Hindu deities and one to Jainism. Continue to the Bhutanatha temples standing on the shore of the lake, visit Badami Shivalaya, and inspect the ancient carving work at Jambulingeshvara Temple. Settle in for an overnight stay in Badami.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 4 · Hampi

Departure to Hampi

Have breakfast at your hotel in Badami and complete your check-out formalities. Travel by road from Badami back to Hampi to connect with your scheduled flight or train journey onward, concluding your heritage trip.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 4

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Places worth exploring

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Vitthala Temple

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Vitthala Temple

Famous Vijayanagara temple complex housing the iconic stone chariot and carved pillars.

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Coracle Boat Ride

A traditional round boat journey across the Tungabhadra River with views of boulder ruins.

Badami Cave Temples

India

Badami Cave Temples

Four rock-cut shrines carved into sandstone cliffs representing Hindu and Jain traditions.

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In this holiday plan

  • 3 nights in premium properties with breakfast: Hampi 2 nights, Badami 1 night
  • All pickups, drops, and local sightseeing by private vehicle as per the itinerary
  • Guided tour of Hampi heritage sites
  • Guided tour of Badami
  • Entry charges for heritage monuments mentioned in the itinerary
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  • End-to-end trip support and guidance throughout the trip

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  • −Any meals that are not mentioned
  • −Anything not specified in the inclusions

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Good to know

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When to goJan, Feb, Mar, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹18,700

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, activities.

Local know-how
  • The morning hike up Anjaneya Hill involves an uphill climb and is optional.
  • Monuments across Hampi and Badami involve extensive walking over stone steps and rocky paths.
When is the best time to visit Hampi, Badami?

Jan, Feb, Mar, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

How many days is Heritage Hampi and Badami Rock-Cut Caves?

4 days and 3 nights, across 2 destinations.

Which places does Heritage Hampi and Badami Rock-Cut Caves cover?

Hampi, Badami. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Hampi, Badami?

Vitthala Temple; Coracle Boat Ride; Badami Cave Temples.

Who is Heritage Hampi and Badami Rock-Cut Caves best suited to?

families, couples, friends, groups

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Heritage Hampi and Badami Rock-Cut Caves cost?

From ₹18,700 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, activities.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 3-night itinerary?

3 nights in premium properties with breakfast: Hampi 2 nights, Badami 1 night; All pickups, drops, and local sightseeing by private vehicle as per the itinerary; Guided tour of Hampi heritage sites; Guided tour of Badami; Entry charges for heritage monuments mentioned in the itinerary; Personalized travel itinerary curated according to your preferences; End-to-end trip support and guidance throughout the trip. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Heritage Hampi and Badami Rock-Cut Caves?

Personal activities and expenses such as alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and laundry; Any meals that are not mentioned; Anything not specified in the inclusions.

How do I book Heritage Hampi and Badami Rock-Cut Caves?

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Do I need a visa for Hampi, Badami?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹18,700
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, activities.
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