Karnataka History and Heritage
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SightSeeing
About the tour package
Itinerary
Day 1: Bangalore - Hassan via Belur & Halebidu (240 kms)
Pick up from Bangalore and proceed to Hassan via the town of Belur - Belur is famous for its ancient exquisite temples. The Chennakeshava Temple is the finest example of the Hoysala architecture it took 103 years to complete. The Veeranarayan Temple and the smaller shrines are well worth a visit and Halebidu - Halebid the temples of Halebid like those of Belur, bear mute testimony to the rich, cultural heritage of Karnataka. The Hoysaleswara Temple, dating back to the 12th century, is astounding for its wealth of sculpture details. The walls of the temple are covered with an endless variety of gods and goddess, animals, birds and dancing girls. This magnificent temple-guarded by a Nandi Bull was never completed, despite 86 years of labor. Check-in at the hotel and evening visit Shravanabelagola (if time permits)- This is a holy place for Jains in Hassan district, is home to Asia's largest monolithic statue. Lord Gomateshwara here towers 58ft. Their Guru is residing here in a Mutt. There is a Sanskrit Patashala to study Sanskrit and Shastras. Come back to the hotel. Dinner and Overnight stay
Chennakeshava Temple - Halebid - Lord Gomateshwara
Day 2: Hassan – Hampi (320 Kms)
After morning breakfast travel north to Hampi / Hospet - This city in Bellary District in northern Karnataka, India. It is on the Tungabhadra River, the World Heritage site consisting of the ruins of the medieval city of Vijayanagara, the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Arrival and transfer to hotel and overnight stay
Day 3: Hampi
After breakfast A full-day tour of the Hampi ruins. Hampi holds many delightful surprises. The most famous is the King's Balance where kings were weighed against gold or money and which was then distributed to the poor. Also worth a visit is the Queen's Bath with its arched corridors, projecting balconies and lotus-shaped fountains, the two-storied Lotus Mahal, the huge Elephant stables, the splendid Vitthala Temple with its musical pillars and the Stone Chariot, , Virupaksha Temple, also known as Pampapati Temple, Ugra Narashima, the 6.7 meters tall monolith, the Pushkarini Tank, the Mahanavami Dibba, etc. Temples of this city are noted for their dimensions, florid ornamentation, bold and delicate carvings, stately pillars, magnificent pavilions, and a great wealth of iconographic and traditional depictions which include subjects from Ramayana and Mahabharata. The Pampapati temple is one of the largest temples at Hampi. The Vitthala Temple is an excellent example of the Vijayanagara style. Also present are some monolithic statues of Lakshmi, Narashima, and Ganash which are noted for their massiveness and grace. Return back to Hospet. Dinner and Overnight stay
Vithala Temple - Virupaksha Temple, Hampi - Lotus Palace - Queen's Bath - Lakshmi Narasimha Temple - Zenana Enclosure - Old Palace - Riverside Ruins - King's Balance - Archaeological Museum - Achyutharaya Temple - Stepped Tank
Day 4: Hospet – Badami (180 Kms)
Morning leave for Badami en route we will visit Aihole - Aihole has over 125 temples, all intricately carved and rich in detail. The oldest temple is perhaps the 5th-century Lad Khan Temple; The Durga (Fort) Temple has a semi-circular apse and a complete portico. The Hutchmalli Temple, the Ravalphadi Cave Temple, the Konti Temple Complex, the Uma Maheshwari, the Jain Meguthi Temple, and the two-storied Buddhist Temple are the other attractions and Pattadakal - Pattadakal is a World Heritage center and has 10 major temples representing the early Chaulakya architecture the biggest temple dedicated to Virupaksheshvara, has a huge gateway and several inscriptions. In front of the temple is a majestic 2.6 m high Nandi. Evening visits the Badami caves- Badami was once the capital of Chalukyas. It has four rock-cut cave temples, the largest being the third cave dedicated to Vishnu. Overlooking the temples is a reservoir, its banks dotted with temples dedicated to Vishnu and Shiva. The Bhutanatha Temples and the Museum set up by the Archeological Survey of India are the other attractions. Arrival at the hotel. Dinner and Overnight stay at Badami
Aihole - Badami caves - Badami Fort - ASI Museum
Day 5: Badami - Hubli Departure
Spend morning to explore remaining monuments of Badami, later in the afternoon Check out and transfer to Hubli airport for Onwards travel.
Hotel Accomodation
| City | No. Of Nights | Hotel |
|---|---|---|
Hassan | 1 Nights | hotel southern star hassan /similar |
Hampi | 2 Nights | Clarks Inn Hampi /similar |
Badami | 1 Nights | the heritage resort /similar |
Inclusions
- Accommodation as per the choice of hotels/ stays
- Breakfast ( Buffet / Fixe Menu )
- Driver's Night Allowance, Inter State tax, and fuel charges
- Meet, Greet & Assistance if required at destinations
- Parking & Toll Tax
- Arrival & Departure Transfers
- Transfers by Private & Exclusive Car
- Sightseeing by Private & Exclusive Car
- Co-operative driver with local knowledge
Exclusions
- Taxes ( GST)
- Alcoholic / Non Alcoholic beverages
- All personal expenses
- Any Air tickets /Train tickets / Bus tickets if not specified
- Camera fee
- Guide Charges
- Entrance fees to monuments and museum
- Tips, laundry & phone call
- Travel & Medical Insurance insurance
- Any other services which are not mentioned under “Inclusions”.
- Expenses/ calculation caused by factors beyond our control like Rail and Flight delays,Road blocks, Heavy snowfall, Natural disaster, vehicle malfunctions, Political disturbances, Epidemic threat
Payment Policy
Between 30 - 15 days before travel : 50% of the Package Cost.
Between 14 - 3 days before travel : 20% of the Package Cost.
*All Payment must be cleared before travel start
Cancellation Policy(Apply on total Package cost)
Up to 30 Days before travel: 20% deduction.
Between 29 - 10 days before travel : 30% deduction
Between 9 - 0 days before travel : 80% deduction
*Same Day cancellation No refund
