Day 06: Hassan / Halebid & Belur / Chikmangalur
This morning we will drive to Belur and Halebid - temple towns, slightly bigger than villages. The temples in typical Dravidian style are excellent examples of traditional Hindu architecture. These temples are the cream of what remain the most artistically exuberant periods of Hindu cultural development. The wealth of sculptural details on the temples makes them easily the most outstanding example of art and architecture. Every inch of the outside wall and much of the interiors are covered with an endless variety of Hindu deities, sages, scenes from wars, hunting, agriculture, music and dance and some very sensual sculptures explicitly portraying the amorous lifestyles of the dancing girls. The life outside the temples is extremely busy and colorful. Pilgrims, bare feet with horizontal or vertical sandalwood paste smearing on their foreheads and wearing traditionally colored saffron or black pilgrim’s costumes move in and out of the temple complex with flowers and other offerings in their hands. The pavement flower shops, shops selling religious artifacts, the fruit and tea stalls with pilgrims flocking around, add color and character to the place.
From here we will continue our drive to Chikmangalur
Upon arrival check in to The Gateway
Rest of the day is at leisure for your independent activities, of course you have car and driver available for local visits.
Overnight at The Gateway – a 5* Taj Group Hotel (Cottage)
Day 07: Chikmagalur / Hampi (62 Kms)
After a leisurely breakfast we will drive to Hampi
Upon arrival check into Hampi Malligi Resort
Nestled in the Yamani Hills on the banks of the majestic river Tungabhadra and 7 km from Hampi lies this resort. Swift flowing Tungabudra river criss-crosses to create an awesome array of naturally sculpted rock formations. This network of eroded boulders, make a beautiful sight of the resort. A sight that leaves you gazed on in wonder. From the vantage points of our luxury cottage, savour this unique and unspoilt glimpse of nature’s wonderment, the water and rock formations that leave you spellbound. The closest you can get to paradise on Earth.
Overnight at Hampi Malligi Resort (Luxury Room)
Day 08: Hampi
A world heritage center, Hampi- is the most beautiful of all the ruins in Karnataka. Founded in the 14th Century, this was the glorious capital city of a flourishing dynasty that was great patrons of art and architecture. The remains can still be seen in the vast ruins of Hampi, which historians have praised as 'greater than Rome'. Hampi is famous for its ruins belonging to the erstwhile medieval Hindu kingdom of Vijayanagar and it has been declared a World Heritage site. The temples of Hampi, its monolithic sculptures and monuments, attract the traveler because of their excellent workmanship. The Hindu style of architecture found at Hampi reflects the splendor of the Vijayanagar Empire. The rugged landscape adds to the historic ambience of this site.
Overnight at Hampi Malligi Resort (Luxury Room)
Day 09: Hampi / Aihole / Pattadakal / Badami (250 Kms) (08 Hrs Drive – Including Touring)
Today we will drive to Badami, enroute visiting Aihole and Pattadakal. Nothing can be said about the magic of these places as everything is self explanatory. Aihole is famous as the "cradle of the Indian Architecture". We will also visit Pattadakal – Situated on the left bank of the Malaprabha river, a world heritage centre, and, has 10 major temples representing early Chalukyan architecture, later continue drive to Badami.
Upon arrival check in to the hotel Badami Court
Overnight at Hotel Badami Court (Deluxe Room)
Day 10: Badami
Morning, we proceed on a tour of this incredible city.
Badami is famous for its rock-cut cave temples. These temples have been carved out on the red sandstone hills that surround the town. There are four cave temples at Badami. These temples date back to the 6th and 7th centuries AD and ornately carved with figures of Hindu deities. Three temples are dedicated to Hindu gods. The fourth one is a Jain temple and was built much later. Near these caves lies the 5th-century Agastyatirtha Tank, dotted with Bhuthnath temples, dedicated to Lord Shiva. The archeological museum is located near this tank, which in turn is near the historic Badami fort.
Overnight at Hotel Badami Court (Deluxe Room)
Day 11: Badami / Goa (350 Kms) (06 Hrs Drive)
Morning we will drive to Goa
Upon arrival check into hotel Ciarans
Overnight at Hotel Ciarans (AC Tapas Side Room)
Day 12 – Day 14: Goa
Days are at leisure to enjoy the spectacular beaches of Goa.
Overnight at Hotel Ciarans (AC Tapas Side Room)
Day 15: Goa / Departure
Morning, Transfer to international airport to board your onward flight
No hotel quoted for this day
We do hope the flavor of India will remain on your taste buds for all times to come and hopefully would kindle an indelible fondness for the country and her people; Thank you for being our guest, and as we say in India
"Please Come back Soon"
Tour Cost for 02 People Traveling Together on Twin Sharing Basis
NOTE: - Hotel Upgrades available upon request
*T & C Apply
Includes: Accommodation on twin share basis; daily American breakfast ; air-conditioned private car for all journeys and tours ; local guides ; Dharavi Slum tour in Mumbai
Does Not Includes: Entrances / Camera & Video Fee to monuments: Expenses of Personal nature such as Laundry, Drinks, Tips, Telephone calls etc, Credit Card transaction Fee
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