Leisurely Hampi
Overview
A destination that everyone today talks about and wishes to visit at least once.
The grandest kingdom in history is Vijaynagara, or you may call it HAMPI.
Hampi is a World Heritage Site and is truly a marvel of India.
Hardly any person would not know about Hampi. This place has been mentioned vastly in the Ramayana. This is the place where it is believed that Hanumana first met Rama. This is the place believed to be the abode of Vali and Sugreeva. Likewise, there are many fascinating tales associated with Hampi. In the 14th century, Hampi was made the capital of the Vijaynagara Kingdom. This is the time; this place witnessed a golden era in the history of India. In Krishnadevraya’s reign, Hampi was the richest, most powerful, and most prosperous capital. Vijayanagara's fall was the most tragic incident in the history of India. One of the darkest eras known to mankind. Even today, the ruins of the glorious Vijayanagara stand as a testimony of that Golden Era.
Apart from the saga of the great Vijaynagara Kingdom, this tour will also take you on the pre-historic trails of this region.
So, what are you waiting for ! Get onboard and be ready to explore some marvelous sites that exist in our very own country.
DETAILED ITINERARY
Board the midnight train to Hospet and reach Hospet by noon. Upon arrival, drive to the hotel
Check-in to the hotel and relax
Post lunch, after some relaxation, we will visit Anjanadri Temple in the evening and enjoy the Sunset and a beautiful panoramic view of Hampi.
Stay at Hampi
Highlights
- Anjanadri Temple - A Birthplace of Hanuman
Get ready by morning with fresh air. Today we explore some pre-historic trails of mankind in and around Hampi. Let's look at the rock paintings done in the Stone Age. Let's understand a prehistoric connection of this region.
Later, we will visit the region of Anegundi and its surroundings. A place is well known as Kishkindha in the Ramayana. So, let’s walk on Ramayana trails today.
Return hotel with mesmerizing experience of Hampi and spend an evening at leisure
Stay at Hampi
Meals : B + L + D
Highlights
- Anegundi Chintamani Math
- Pampa Sarovar/ Shabari Cave
- Vali Fort/ Durga Temple
- Sanapur Lake
- Onake Kindi Rock Paintings
Have a nice breakfast in the morning and get ready for an expedition to Hampi. Explore the ruins of Hampi. Sense the grandeur of the capital of Vijaynagara Kingdom. In the evening, return to the hotel and relax.
Stay at Hampi
Meals : B + L + D
Highlights
- Visit Virupaksh Temple, Ugra Narsinh, Badvilinga, Kadalekalu Ganesh, Sasivekalu Ganesh, and Kodandarama Temple. Visit the banks of the Tungabhadra River.
Today we will explore yet another fascinating aspect of Hampi. Spend an evening at Hemkut Hill and experience the tranquil surroundings of Hampi. You will find yourself back in the glorious days of Hampi for sure. Reach the hotel by evening.
Stay at Hampi.
Meals : B + L + D
Highlights
- Visit Vitthal Temple, Lotus Mahal, Pushkarini, Royal enclosure, Krishna Temple Evening at Hemkut Hill.
Hampi is not over yet. After a leisurely breakfast, let's explore some unexplored memorials of the great Vijaynagara Kingdom.
Return to the hotel by evening and relax.
Stay at Hampi
Highlights
- Visit Pattabhirama Temple, Anantshayan Gudi, Mallapana Gudi, Domed Gate, Malyavant Raghunath Temple.
It's time to bid adieu to Hampi and head towards home. Morning will be at leisure. Board the train after lunch.
Arrive home with the sense of astounding art and architecture and, moreover, our very proud culture.
INCLUSIONS
- Local Transport by Ac 2 x2 coach(Depends on group size, seating capacity will be variable)
- ** At some places, we do opt for autos for more practical and convenient mode of transport
- Accommodation in comfortable and convenient hotels on twin sharing.
- All meals.( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Evening Tea- set menu)
- Entrance fees of all sightseeing
- 1-litre water bottle per person per day
- Expert fees
EXCLUSIONS
- To and Fro Train/Airfare
- Govt taxes of 5% over and above the tour cost.
- Any implementation of new taxes by the government
- Cost of insurance
- Cost of Pre/Post-tour accommodation
- Any extra expenses such that porterage, laundry, telephone, shopping, alcoholic beverages, mineral water, items of personal nature and food or drink which is not part of a set menu.
- Any extra expenses incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization of an individual.
- Anything specifically not mentioned in the inclusions.
FEW POINTERS
- Trip starts from Hospet. Guests travelling from other places, will need to reach Hospet or the hotel directly on the said date.
- If any sightseeing mentioned is not done due to any unforeseen circumstances then an alternate sightseeing will be done.
- There could be some complementary activities covered from our side at certain destinations. If any activity is not opted by traveller then the same is not entitled toa cash refund.
- Air tickets issued at special rates are normally NON REFUNDABLE and traveler will need to bear the cancellation charges. If a traveler needs an air booking with the refundable option then he/she will need to bear extra fare specified by airline operator.
PAYMENT POLICY
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If the package cost below ₹ 20, 000 per person |
Full payment at the time of booking |
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If the package cost above ₹ 20,000 per person |
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--> At the time of booking |
40% of the package cost |
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--> 30 days prior to departure |
Remaining 60 % amount |
- Payment can be done via cheque, Demand Draft, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, Credit Card/ Debit Card or UPI gateway. Cheque/Demand Draft should be drawn in favor of “ANCIENT TRAILS”.
- In case of payment made by cheque, a booking confirmation will be given subject to cheque clearance.
CANCELLATION POLICY
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Cancellation received no. of days prior to departure |
Cancellation charges applicable per person |
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0-10 |
100% |
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10-20 |
50 % |
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20-30 |
30 % |
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30 and above |
10% |
- For cancellation procedure, a traveler will need to give an application in writing along with an original receipt of booking.
- Please note that if air ticket booking is done with NON-REFUNDABLE airfare then cancellation charges to be borne by the customer and the remaining amount will be refunded as per above cancellation policy.
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