Hubli - Badami - Hampi - Chitradurga - Halebid - Belur

Arrive Hubli Railway Station, meet and greet by our representative and then proceed to Kudalasangama, the Aikya Mantapa or the sacred Samādhi of Basavanna, the founder of the Lingayath faith along with Shiva Linga, which is believed to be self-born (Swayambhu), is here. Then return to visit Aihole, a popular tourist destination on the banks of Malaprabha river and well-known for Chalukyan architecture, with about 125 stone temples dating from 5th century CE. Aihole is acclaimed as the cradle of Hindu temple of architecture. Evening drive to Badami. Check into the hotel and overnight stay at Badami.

After Breakfast, proceed to visit Pattadakal, a world heritage site, well known for Bears testimony to the richness of Chalukyan Architecture. Worth visiting are the 8th century temples of Jambu Linga, Kada Siddeshvara and Galaganatha with their curvilinear sikharas or spires. Then visit Banashankari (Banashankari Temple), Mahakuta (Mahakuteshwara Temple) and drive back to Badami. Badami was formerly known as Vatapi, was the regal capital of the Badami Chalukyas from 540 to 757 AD. Badami is picturesquely situated at the mouth of a ravine between two rock hills, the exquisite sculptures and the Red Sand stone cliffs of Badami tell many a tale of yore. On arrival at Badami, visit famous rock cut structural temples. Evening, check-in to the hotel and overnight stay at the temple.

After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and then drive to Hampi. Hampi is located within the ruins of Vijayanagara, the former capital of Vijayanagara empire and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hampi is known for its gorgeous architecture, preserved temples and monuments, palaces and market streets. On arrival at Hospet, check in to the hotel and time permits, at leisure or visit Tungabhadra dam built across Tungabhadra River. Overnight stay in the hotel or resort.

After Breakfast, drive to Hampi for Sightseeing (Virupaksha Temple, Kadale Kalu Ganesha, Sasive Kalu Ganesha, Krishna Temple, Lakshmi Narasimha, Badavi Linga, Sister Stones, Underground Temple, Mint House, Lotus Mahal, Elephant Stables, Hazara Rama Temple, Palace Area, Mahanavami Dibba, Queen's Bath). After Lunch visit Vijaya Vittala Temple (Stone Chariot), King's Balance, Purandara Mantapa, Old Pillar Bridge and evening return to the hotel and overnight stay in the hotel.

After breakfast, check out the hotel and drive to Chitradurga. On arrival at Chitradurga, check in to the hotel and afternoon visit historical Chitradurga Fort. The Fort was built in stages between the 10th and 18th centuries by the dynastic rulers of the region. The Chitradurga fort is built in a series of seven concentric fortification walls with various passages, a citadel, mosque, warehouses for grains and oil, water reservoirs and ancient temples. Evening, return to the hotel and overnight stay at the hotel.

Morning after breakfast, check out the hotel and drive to Halebid, a regal capital of Hoysala empire during 12th - 13th century. Visit the beautiful temple complex which comprises the Hoysaleswara and Kedareswara temples and two Jain basadi. Then drive to Belur, the earlier capital of Hoysala Empire and located at a distance of 16 Km from Halebid. The main attraction in Belur is the Chennakesava temple, containing the Chennakesava Temple as the center piece, surrounded by the Kappe Chennigaraya. Darpana Sundari (Lady with the mirror) carved on walls of Belur Temple is one of major attractions in the complex. Evening, check-in to the hotel at Hassan and overnight stay at the hotel.

Morning, after breakfast check-out the hotel and then proceed to nearby Railway Station / Airport for your return journey.