- Virupaksha Temple - The temple is dedicated to Lord Virupaksha, a form of Shiva
- Hampi Bazaar Street - Lots of local street vendors with local products
- Sasivekalu Ganesha Temple - statue of the Hindu god Ganesha carved from a single rock
- Kadalekalu Ganesha - 5.6 meters long and carved entirely from granite
- Hemakuta Hill Temple Complex - Temples dates back to 9th to 14th century
- Krishna Temple Market Road - 16th-century Temple ruins with elaborately carved stone pillars & towers & a sacred water tank.
- Statue of Ugra Narsimha - Largest statue in Hampi and depicts Lord Narasimha in a terrifying or angry form.
- Shree Badavilinga Gudi - The largest monolithic Shiva Linga in Hampi
- Underground Shiva Temple - 14th Cen AD Prasanna Virupaksha temple
- Ballari - Wooden Palaces for aristocrats of the Vijayanagar lived
- Hazara Rama Temple - 15th-century Hindu temple with intricate carvings depicting animals, deities & people.
- Elephant Stables - Indo-Islamic style structure used as the stables for the royal elephants of the Vijayanagara Empire.
- Zanana Enclosure - Royal women once lived in this historic, architecturally notable walled compound a serene setting.
- King’s Audience Hall - Royal Citadel of the Vijayanagar Empires
- Mahaanavami Dibba - Hampi - Royal Stone Platform to witness the Festival Procession of victory
- Stepped Tank - Public bath (pushkarini) for festivities
- Queen’s Bath - Ruins of an ornate, historic bathing chamber used by the king & his wives, with an outdoor pool.
- Octagonal Bath - Octagonal water pavilion
- Kamalapur - State Archaeological Museum, must visit
- Pattabhirama Temple - 16th Ce AD Temple dedicated to Lord Rama
- Gejjala Mantapa - Dance Pavilion
- Vijaya Vittala Temple - Creative architecture with a moving stone chariot & musical pillars.
- Purandara Daasara Mantapa - Elevated Pavillion on River Banks
- King’s Balance - 15th-century stone scale that supposedly weighed the king against gold that he gave to the priests.
- Malyavanta Raghunathaswamy Temple - Fatik Shilla - Excellent place for sunset panoramic views
- Local Tuk Tuk ride.
- Complimentary bottled water.
- Inclusive of all taxes, fees, and handling charges.
- Guidance from a professional historian.
- Vegetarian lunch provided.
- Priority access to skip the long lines.
- Refreshing coconut water included.
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off for selected hotels.
- Gratuities
Your congenial and certified guide, who has spent 46 years residing in Hampi, will promptly meet you with a local Tuk Tuk at your accommodation in Hampi to embark on an enchanting journey amidst tales of hot-tempered deities and simian monarchs. The hauntingly beautiful vestiges promote daydreams and animate bygone narratives, conjuring a bridge between reality and myth. Commence your exploration at the banks of the flowing river with a visit to the active Virupaksha Temple, receiving a blessing from the resident Temple Elephant. Subsequently, delve into the significant Indian saga of the Ramayana, which is believed to have unfolded in these locales by the river. Hampi stands as a magnificent carnival of sculptures and is an imposing, stark UNESCO Heritage site spanning approximately 26 square kilometers, surrounded by seven concentric fortifications and home to over 1600 enduring relics of divinities and mythical beings. A sumptuous vegetarian lunch awaits you, traditionally served on banana leaves. Pursue the journey with a tranquil coracle ride upon the Tungabhadra river. Culminate the tour with a sunset observation and a final photo opportunity in remembrance of this fading empire. A destination deemed essential for one’s bucket list.
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Dress code is smart casual with flip on shoes and hat
- Only Vegetarian option is available
- A minimum of 1 person per booking is required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
