Hampi: Unveiling the Ancient Marvels

Vaibhav Dhanaji Thorat

29 Dec 2023

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the ruins of Hampi, where history comes alive. Discover the hidden treasures of the Underground Shiva Temple, witness the grandeur of the Elephant Stables, and immerse yourself in the opulence of the Queen's Bathhouse. Get ready for an adventure like no other!

Trip to Hampi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unearthing the Mysteries

$13

$ 3

Hotel Priyadarshini Pride

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Remains of a 14th-century Hindu temple built below ground level with pillared halls & a courtyard.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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5 - 6 min

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Indo-Islamic style structure used as the stables for the royal elephants of the Vijayanagara Empire.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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11 - 16 min

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Ruins of an ornate, historic bathing chamber used by the king & his wives, with an outdoor pool.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Day 2Temples and Palaces

$10

$ 3

Hotel Priyadarshini Pride

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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15th-century Hindu temple with intricate carvings depicting animals, deities & people.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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6 - 9 min

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Ancient stone palace structure with tranquil gardens, arches & elaborate carvings.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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14 - 17 min

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Striking 16th-century temple ruins with ornamental details, carvings & sculpted pillars.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Day 3Wildlife Encounter

$15

$ 3

Hotel Priyadarshini Pride

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Set atop a forest, this sprawling sanctuary provides public tours & up-close views of sloth bears.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

14 - 17 min

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16th-century temple ruins with elaborately carved stone pillars & towers & a sacred water tank.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Day 4Divine Blessings

$10

$ 2

Hotel Priyadarshini Pride

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Hindu temple accessed by climbing hundreds of steps, known for a rock carving of Lord Hanuman.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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3 - 4 min

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Massive monolithic sculpture of a bull, set in a 2-story pavilion framed by huge boulders.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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8 - 12 min

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Historic temple featuring elaborate carvings & an enormous sculpture of Lord Ganesha.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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4 - 6 min

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This temple is an open pavilion with a statue of the Hindu god Ganesha carved from a single rock.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 5Hilltop Wonders

$ 3

Hotel Priyadarshini Pride

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Peak with hiking trails leading to a popular lookout for watching sunrises & sunsets.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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5 - 6 min

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Ancient temple featuring a shrine & pedestal with a Hindu linga, surrounded by a pool of water.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Day 6Ancient Charms

$13

$ 3

Hotel Priyadarshini Pride

Depart from your stay 🏨

53 - 64 min

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Hill said to be the birthplace of Lord Hanuman, with 575 steps leading to a temple & vast views.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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37 - 45 min

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Ornate carving of a divine, Hindu vehicle situated on the grounds of the Vijaya Vitthala Temple.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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6 - 9 min

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15th-century stone scale that supposedly weighed the king against gold that he gave to the priests.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 7Divine Serenity

$15

$ 3

Hotel Priyadarshini Pride

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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Ruins of a temple known for creative architecture such as a moving stone chariot & musical pillars.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

22 - 27 min

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Scenic point overlooking nearby temples & offering views of distant mountains & sunsets.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Day 8Sacred Hills

$15

$ 2

Hotel Priyadarshini Pride

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Numerous ancient temple structures sit atop this hillside known for its ruins & striking panoramas.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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4 - 5 min

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A UNESCO Heritage Site, this 7th-century Hindu temple has a gateway tower, courtyards & dining hall.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

Day 9Reliving the Past

$ 2

Hotel Priyadarshini Pride

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Ancient ruins are the focus of this UNESCO site featuring the remains of a grand 14th-century city.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Budget breakdown: $123 In total

Activities & Food:$105

Transport:$18