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| Duration | Destination | Departure |
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| 8 days and 7 nights | India (Hampi, Badami, Goa) | India (Hubli) |
Day 1:
Hubli - Hampi (180kms)
Pick up from Hubli airport and drive to Hampi.
Enroute visit Gadag a place of historical importance, famous for its ancient Hindu & Jain temples and medieval architecture. Constructed between the 10th to 12th CE by the Kings of Chalukyan Empire, the Trikuteshewara Temple is famous for its style of architecture and the temple has three Shivalingas carved out of a single rock. And Lakkundi a heaven of ancient temples ruins and step wells. It is a place of antiquarian interest with more than 50 ancient temples scattered all over the village, 101 stepped wells built during the rule of the Chalukyas, Seuna, Kalachuris and Hoysalas. These temples are most famous for their ornate and elaborate furnishing. Arrive Hampi check in & overnight at hotel.
Day 2:
Hampi (B)
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. Although the city was destroyed by marauding Moghul invaders in the 16th century, much of it remains today. The vast site of monuments and ruins are a mute witness to an ear of glories, triumphs and tragedies. The ruins of Hampi are so majestic and imposing that they leave the visitor totally dumbfounded, awestruck and humbled. Visit Hazara Rama Temple, Kings Balance, Mahanavami Dibba, Royal enclosures, Statue of Ugra Narasimha Temple, Virupaksha Temple, Vithala Temple Complex, Lotus Mahal & ASI Museum. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3:
Hampi - Badami (140kms) (B)
Drive to Badami check in at hotel. Later visit Badami Cave consist of four separate temples, each holding intricate carvings & depictions. Badami Fort perched on the top of a cliff accompanied by two Shivalaya complexes dating back to the 5th century & watchtower atop hill. And Agastya Lake surrounded by red sandstone temples. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4:
Badami (B)
Excursion to visit Aihole a historical site & home to over 125 beautiful Chalukyan temples and monuments from 6th to 12th century. Few important monuments in Aihole include the Durga Temple, Lad Khan Temple, Ravanaphadi Cave Temples, Huchimalli Temple, Meganagudi group, Gowda Temple and the Huchappayyagudi Temple amongst numerous others. And Pattadakal a treasure trove of Hindu and Jain temples complex built in 7th and 8th century CE. The various temples that one must visit are Virupaksha Temple, Jain temple, Papanatha temple, Galaganath temple, and Sangameshwara temple. Overnight at hotel.
Day 5:
Badami - Goa (250kms) (B)
Drive to Goa check in at hotel. Rest time free to relax. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6:
Goa (B)
City tour of Goa. Visit Old Goa monument the Basilica of Bom Jesus a 16th century church dedicated to infant Jesus housing the tomb of St. Francis Xavier. The other Churches in the same area are St. Cathedral, Church of Our Lady of Miracles, Church of our Lady of Rosary and Nunnery of St. Monica. The Aguada Fort built by the Portuguese on the mouth of the Mondovi River and a 4-storey Portuguese lighthouse oldest of its kind in Asia. In South Goa visit Mangueshi Temple, Shanta Durga Temple & Margao the headquarters of South Goa. Drive Pass the charming beaches such as Calangute, Dona Paula, Miramar and Baga Beach. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7:
Goa (B)
Day free and easy to relax on the beach and personal activities. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8:
Goa - Departure (B)
As per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.
• Assistance on arrival at airport.
• 7 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels.
• Meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)
• Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
• English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
• Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
• Bottled drinking water in car.
• Government taxes.
• Any flight tickets.
• Camera charges at monuments.
• Meals other than mentioned in day plan.
• Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
• Gratuities & optional activities.
• Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
| Day | Overnight | Itinerary highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | UnratedHampi | Hubli - Pick up from Hubli Airport |
| 2 | UnratedHampi | |
| 3 | UnratedBadami | |
| 4 | UnratedBadami | |
| 5 | UnratedGoa | |
| 6 | UnratedGoa | |
| 7 | UnratedGoa | |
| 8 | Goa |
| Place | 3 star hotels | 4 star hotels | 5 star hotels |
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| Hampi | Malligi Hotel/ Krishna Palace or similar | Heritage Resort / Royal Orchid Central Keerti or similar | Hyatt Place/ Hampi Boulders or similar |
| Badami | Badami Court or similar | Krishna Heritage or similar | |
| Goa | So My Resort/ Lambana Resort or similar | Lemon Tree Hotel Candolim/ The Chances Resort & Casino or similar | Alila Diwa Goa/ Radisson Blu Resort or similar |
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