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Historic Hampi & Coastal Bliss: A Journey from Bangalore to Gokarna

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Duration

10 Nights / 11 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

Embark on “Historic Hampi & Coastal Bliss: A Journey from Bangalore to Gokarna,” a captivating adventure that combines rich historical exploration with serene coastal relaxation. Start your journey in Bangalore, discovering its lush gardens, grand forts, and iconic landmarks. Travel to Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore its stunning ancient ruins and intricate temples from the Vijayanagara Empire. Proceed to Gokarna, where you can immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere of its sacred temples and unwind on beautiful, unspoiled beaches. Enjoy leisurely days by the sea, with opportunities for Ayurvedic treatments and beachside relaxation. This tour offers a seamless blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty, providing a perfect balance between exploration and relaxation.

Highlights

  • This is a private tour/activity only for your group.
  • Enhanced cleaning/ traveler safety.
  • In-depth cultural experience.
  • Flexible sightseeing & stopover.
  • Most travelers can participate.

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 Discount on 2-person group 2 2 46.7%
2 Discount on 3-person group 3 3 44.3%
3 Discount on 4-person group 4 4 53.1%
4 Discount on 5-person group 5 5 52.8%
5 Discount on 6-person group 6 6 57.9%
6 Discount on 7-person group 7 7 57.0%
7 Discount on 8-person group 8 8 61.5%

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Bangalore

On arrival at Bangalore airport, receive assistance and transfer to the hotel. Rest time is free for relaxation and personal activities. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2: Bangalore

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Lal Bagh Garden, an expansive botanical garden with meticulously landscaped lawns, diverse plant species, and a stunning glasshouse modeled after London's Crystal Palace, offering a serene retreat in the city. Explore Cubbon Park, a large and well-maintained urban park providing lush greenery, walking paths, and historical monuments, making it a perfect place for a leisurely stroll or a relaxing afternoon. See Bangalore Fort, a historic fortification originally built in the 16th century by Kempe Gowda, featuring impressive remnants of its bastions and gateways that reflect Bangalore's early history. Visit Tippu Summer Palace, an ornate wooden palace with intricate carvings, floral motifs, and historical significance as the summer retreat of Tippu Sultan, showcasing his architectural tastes. Explore Bull Temple, renowned for its massive monolithic statue of Nandi, the sacred bull, with its traditional Dravidian architecture and spiritual significance in Hindu worship. Drive past Vidhana Soudha, an imposing legislative building with neo-Dravidian architecture, and the Secretariat, known for its colonial-era design and grandeur. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3: Bangalore - Hampi (340kms)

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Hampi, with a stop at Chitradurg Fort, a 17th-century fort featuring the Hidimbeshwar Temple, which is the oldest of the fort's temples and known for its historical and architectural significance. Continue the drive to Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its ruins from the Vijayanagara Empire. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4: Hampi

Breakfast at the hotel. Explore Hampi, renowned for its ancient ruins and historical temples. Visit Hazara Rama Temple, celebrated for its detailed carvings that narrate the epic Ramayana, offering insight into ancient craftsmanship and storytelling. See Kings Balance, a large granite platform used during the Vijayanagara Empire for ceremonial purposes, showcasing the grandeur of royal rituals. Explore Mahanavami Dibba, a high ceremonial platform used for important state functions and festivals, with intricate carvings and a panoramic view of the surrounding ruins. Visit the Royal Enclosures, the ruins of the royal palace complex, featuring structures like the audience hall and the queen’s bathing area, reflecting the grandeur of the Vijayanagara court. See the Statue of Ugra Narasimha Temple, an impressive monolithic statue of the deity Narasimha, known for its fierce expression and detailed craftsmanship. Explore Virupaksha Temple, a major temple dedicated to Shiva, renowned for its historical significance and architectural splendor, including intricate sculptures and a massive gopuram. Visit the Vithala Temple Complex, famous for its iconic stone chariot, musical pillars, and stunning architecture, reflecting the artistic achievements of the Vijayanagara Empire. See Lotus Mahal, an ornate building with lotus-like architectural elements, providing a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of the Vijayanagara royalty. Explore the ASI Museum, which houses a collection of artifacts, sculptures, and inscriptions from the Vijayanagara period, offering insights into the region's rich history. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5: Hampi - Gokarna Beach (310kms)

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Gokarna, with en route visits to several temples: Mallikarjuna, Virabhadra, Manikeshwara, Nanneshwara, Lakshminarayana, Someshwara, and Nilakanteshwara temples in Lakkundi, known for their historical and architectural significance. Explore Trikuteshwara and a few ruined temples in Gadag, which offer a glimpse into the region’s ancient religious and architectural heritage. Continue the drive to Gokarna and check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 6: Gokarna Beach

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Mahabaleshwar Temple, an important pilgrimage site dedicated to Shiva, known for its ancient architecture and sacred status among devotees. Explore Koti Teertha Temple Tank, a revered holy tank where devotees bathe in the sacred waters, offering purification and spiritual merit. Drive past the palm-lined beaches such as Gokarna Beach, Kudle Beach, and Om Beach, each known for its natural beauty, serene environment, and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for unwinding and enjoying coastal views. Rest time is free for relaxation on the beach. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7: Gokarna Beach

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day free to relax on the beach, with optional Ayurvedic treatments available for rejuvenation and wellness. Overnight at the hotel

Day 8: Gokarna Beach

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy another day free to relax on the beach, with optional Ayurvedic treatments available for wellness and relaxation. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9: Gokarna Beach

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at leisure on the beach, with optional Ayurvedic treatments available for relaxation and self-care. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10: Gokarna Beach - Hubli (150kms)/ Bangalore (Flight)

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Hubli airport to board a flight for Bangalore. On arrival in Bangalore, receive assistance and transfer to the hotel. Rest time is free for personal activities and relaxation. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 11: Bangalore - Departure (Flight)

Breakfast at the hotel. As per flight schedule, transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Included/Excluded

  • Assistance on arrival at airport.
  • 10 Night's accommodation in 4-Star hotels.
  • Daily breakfast and meal as per day plan.
  • Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
  • Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in car.
  • Government taxes.
  • Hubli - Bangalore flight fare approx INR 5000 per person in economy class.
  • Any Ayurvedic treatments charges (optional)
  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
  • Gratuities & optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Tour's Location

FAQs

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Hotels used or similar for 10 nights accommodation

4 Star Hotels
Bangalore x 2 nights: Lemon Tree Premier/ Gokulam Grand Hotel & Spa
Hampi x 2 nights: Heritage Resort/ Royal Orchid Central Keerti
Gokarna x 5 nights: Kudle Beach View Resort & Spa/ Namaste Yoga Farm
Bangalore x 1 night: Lemon Tree Premier/ Gokulam Grand Hotel & Spa

Can travelers upgrade the accommodation to 5-star hotels?

Yes, travelers can upgrade the accommodation to 5-star hotels by paying the supplement. Please send inquiry for same from the booking page to get the price quote.

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