Itinerary
- Day 1
Goa to Hampi
Start with breakfast in Goa before heading out on the drive towards Hampi. You'll stop at Trikuteshwara Temple in Gadag to see its distinctive three lingas, then continue to Lakkundi where the Chalukyan architecture really shows what this region's known for. By afternoon you'll reach Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and check into your hotel to settle in for the evening.
- Start point
- Goa, India (Pick up from your hotel or airport in Goa, 07:00 - 12:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Trikuteshwara Temple in Gadag
- Explore ancient temples in Lakkundi including Mallikarjuna and Virabhadra temples
Landmarks Trikuteshwara Temple Mallikarjuna Temple Virabhadra Temple 
- Day 2
Hampi
This day is all about exploring Hampi's architectural treasures from the Vijayanagara Empire. Head to Virupaksha Temple first to take in the intricate carvings, then move on to Vittala Temple where you'll see the famous stone chariot and those musical pillars everyone talks about. After lunch, you'll walk through Lotus Mahal with its Hindu and Islamic blend, check out the Elephant Stables, visit Hazara Rama Temple, and see several other significant historical sites scattered throughout the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Virupaksha Temple
- Explore Vittala Temple with stone chariot and musical pillars
- Visit Lotus Mahal
- Explore Elephant Stables
- Visit Hazara Rama Temple
Landmarks Virupaksha Temple Vittala Temple Lotus Mahal Elephant Stables Hazara Rama Temple 
- Day 3
Hampi to Vijayapura
After breakfast, you'll drive to Vijayapura, formerly called Bijapur. Check in at your hotel and take some time to rest before exploring. Later in the day, head out to see Vijayapura Fort and its historical structures including Asar Mahal with Persian influences, the grand Bara Kaman mausoleum, Gol Gumbaz, Jama Masjid, and Malik-e-Maidan, which is the world's largest medieval cannon.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Vijayapura Fort
- Visit Asar Mahal
- Visit Bara Kaman mausoleum
- Visit Gol Gumbaz
- Visit Jama Masjid
- View Malik-e-Maidan cannon
Landmarks Vijayapura Fort Asar Mahal Bara Kaman Gol Gumbaz Jama Masjid Malik-e-Maidan 
- Day 4
Vijayapura to Badami
After breakfast, you're traveling to Badami, known for its cave temples and rock-cut architecture. On the way, stop at Aihole to see the Chalukyan temples including Durga Temple, Lad Khan Temple, and Ravanaphadi Cave Temples. From there, continue to Pattadakal, another UNESCO World Heritage site with Hindu and Jain temples. Finish the day by exploring Badami Cave Temples, Badami Fort, and Agastya Lake, which is peaceful and nice for an evening stroll.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Aihole temples including Durga Temple, Lad Khan Temple, and Ravanaphadi Cave Temples
- Visit Pattadakal UNESCO World Heritage site
- Visit Badami Cave Temples
- Explore Badami Fort
- Visit Agastya Lake
Landmarks Durga Temple Lad Khan Temple Ravanaphadi Cave Temples Pattadakal Badami Cave Temples Badami Fort Agastya Lake 
- Day 5
Badami to Goa
You'll drive back to Goa today, reflecting on the history, architectural heritage, and cultural sites you've seen across Hampi, Vijayapura, and Badami throughout this journey. It's a good time to think back on the temples, forts, and sculptures that made up your trip before heading home.
- End point
- Goa, India (Drop off to your hotel or airport in Goa, 15:00 - 22:00)
