North Karnataka

Arrive at Hubballi Airport or railway station and meet the driver. Proceed to Badami, allowing approximately 3–4 hours depending on traffic. Check in to the hotel and freshen up. Visit Agastya Lake, surrounded by sandstone cliffs and historic temple structures. Explore the Bhutanatha Temple area, known for its architectural setting beside the lake. Enjoy sunset views of the surrounding rock formations if weather and timing permit. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay. Overnight stay: Badami.

Have breakfast at the hotel. Visit the Badami Cave Temples, carved into sandstone cliffs and featuring historic Hindu and Jain sculptures. Explore the cave complexes with a local guide if arranged, learning about their architecture and historical significance. Visit the Badami Archaeological Museum if open. Explore the fort area and selected historic temples, depending on access and available time. Take photographs of the sandstone landscape and Agastya Lake from permitted viewpoints. Return to the hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight stay: Badami.

Enjoy breakfast and check out or retain the room according to the final hotel plan. Drive to Aihole, an important early Chalukyan architectural centre. Visit the Durga Temple complex and other accessible historic temples. Explore the archaeological sites to understand the development of temple architecture. Continue to Pattadakal, known for its historic temple group and UNESCO World Heritage recognition. Visit Virupaksha Temple and other accessible monuments within the complex. Spend time photographing the architecture and learning about its historic significance. Transfer to the hotel in the Badami area or another agreed overnight location. Overnight stay: Badami or nearby agreed accommodation.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Hampi, allowing several hours for the journey. Check in to the hotel on arrival. Visit Virupaksha Temple, one of Hampi's important active temple landmarks. Explore Hampi Bazaar and the surrounding historic streets. Visit Hemakuta Hill for temple views and landscape photography if the weather is suitable. Explore the riverside heritage area where access is permitted. Return to the hotel and relax. Overnight stay: Hampi.

Have breakfast and proceed for a full-day heritage tour. Visit the Vittala Temple complex, known for its iconic Stone Chariot and ornate architectural features. Explore the Royal Enclosure, including selected historic structures and ceremonial areas. Visit the Lotus Mahal and Elephant Stables within the designated heritage zone. Continue to the Queen's Bath and other accessible remains of the Vijayanagara capital. Visit Hazara Rama Temple if time permits. Explore additional monuments based on the walking distance, weather and group mobility. Return to the hotel in the evening. Overnight stay: Hampi.

Enjoy breakfast and check out. Depending on the booked departure, transfer to Hubballi, Hospet railway station or another agreed transport point. Allow sufficient time for the road journey, as Hampi does not have a major commercial airport within the heritage area. Tour ends with a journey through Karnataka's historic temple architecture and Vijayanagara heritage. Karnataka Tourism identifies the Badami–Aihole–Pattadakal–Hampi circuit as a major heritage route.