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Mantralaya · TB Dam · Hampi

4 days of pilgrimage and heritage — seek blessings at the sacred living samadhi of Sri Raghavendra Swamy at Mantralaya, then spend a full day among the breathtaking UNESCO ruins of the Vijayanagara Empire at Hampi, including the iconic Stone Chariot.

🙏 Mantralaya🕌 Raghavendra Swamy🏛️ Hampi UNESCO🗿 Stone Chariot💧 Tungabhadra Dam
3 Nights
Duration
4 Days
Itinerary
Every Fri
Departures
₹5,410
From / person
Mantralaya TB Dam Hampi tour — Raghavendra Swamy Brindavana, Stone Chariot, Virupaksha Temple
🙏Mantralaya
Brindavana
🏛️Hampi
UNESCO
🗿Stone
Chariot
💧Tungabhadra
Dam
Tour at a glance
Duration
3 Nights · 4 Days
Starts & ends
Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru
Price from
₹5,410 per person
Transport
AC Deluxe Coach
Frequency
Every Friday
Departure
8:00 PM (overnight)
Hotels
Mantralaya freshup + Hospet (1N)
Guide
Professional multilingual
Senior discount
20% off on transport
LTC facility
Available
Booking fee
Zero via Padaki
Returns
Day 4 — Morning Bengaluru

What makes this tour special

Sri Raghavendra Swamy Brindavana, Mantralaya — the sacred living samadhi of the 17th-century Madhwa saint Sri Guru Raghavendra Swami, one of the most beloved saints of Karnataka. Pilgrims believe blessings received here are equivalent to visiting all seven Vaishnava sacred cities

Hampi UNESCO World Heritage — 500+ monuments of the great Vijayanagara Empire (14th–16th century) spread across 26 sq km. The Virupaksha Temple is still a living shrine; the Vijaya Vittala Temple complex with the iconic Stone Chariot is its most famous monument

Stone Chariot (Garuda Ratha) at Vijaya Vittala Temple — a 15th-century granite chariot shrine, one of the most recognisable images of India. The chariot's stone wheels were once able to rotate. It appears on the Rs 50 currency note

Tungabhadra Dam — one of India's largest masonry dams on the Tungabhadra River. Evening garden visit with the spectacular Musical Fountain show. Archaeological Museum with Vijayanagara artefacts near the dam

Departure schedule

Pickup point
KSTDC Counter, BMTC Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru
Departure time
8:00 PM (overnight)
Frequency
Every Friday
Hotels
Mantralaya (freshup) + Hotel Mayura Vijayanagar, Hospet (1N)
Contact
+91 97315 56663
Returns
Day 4 — Morning Bengaluru

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Overnight departure from Bengaluru
8:00 PMDeparture from KSTDC Booking Counter, BMTC Bus Stand, Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru. Overnight AC Deluxe Coach to Mantralaya, Andhra Pradesh. Report 15 minutes before departure
Day 2Mantralaya — Sri Raghavendra Swamy Darshan — Halt Hospet
5:30 AMArrive at Mantralaya (Andhra Pradesh). Check-in at Hotel Satyaum Residency for freshup
5:30–9:30 AMSri Raghavendra Swamy Brindavana, Mantralaya — darshan of the sacred living samadhi of the 17th-century Madhwa saint. The Brindavana (samadhi) is believed to be a "living" presence. The temple, built on the banks of the Tungabhadra River, draws thousands of devoted pilgrims daily
9:30 AMDeparture from Mantralaya to Hospet (≈ 100 km)
5:00 PMArrival and night halt at Hospet. Hotel Mayura Vijayanagar (KSTDC) or similar
Day 3Full day Hampi UNESCO · Vijaya Vittala · TB Dam Musical Fountain — Halt Hospet
8:00 AM–1:30 PMHampi Sightseeing — UNESCO World Heritage Zone: Virupaksha Temple (7th century, still active), Kadale Kalu Ganesha, Sasive Kalu Ganesha, Lakshmi Narasimha (6.7m monolith), Badavi Linga, Underground Temple, Lotus Mahal, Elephant Stables, Hazara Rama Temple, Palace Area, Mahanavami Dibba, Queen's Bath
1:30–2:30 PMLunch at Hotel Mayura Bhuvaneshwari, Hampi (own cost)
2:30–4:00 PMArchaeological Museum at Kamalapura — extensive Vijayanagara-era sculptures, coins, inscriptions and weapons. Then Vijaya Vittala Temple — the iconic Stone Chariot (Garuda Ratha), King's Balance, Purandara Mantapa, Old Bridge Pillars
4:30–6:00 PMTungabhadra Dam Garden and Musical Fountain show
8:15–9:30 PMDinner at Hotel Mayura Vijayanagara, TB Dam (own cost)
Day 4Return to Bengaluru
9:30 PM (previous night)Departure from Hospet for Bengaluru overnight
MorningTour ends at KSTDC Head Office, Bengaluru

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Accommodation

Night 1 — Bus (Bengaluru → Mantralaya)
KSTDC AC Deluxe Coach
Overnight journey
Night 2 — Hospet
Hotel Mayura Vijayanagar or Similar, Hospet
Near Hampi, Vijayanagara district
Night 3 — Bus (Hospet → Bengaluru)
KSTDC AC Deluxe Coach
Overnight return journey

Inclusions & exclusions

AC Deluxe Coach transportation
1 night hotel accommodation (Hospet)
Professional multilingual guide
GST included in ticket fare
LTC facility for govt. employees
20% senior citizen discount
All meals (own cost)
ASI monument entry tickets at Hampi
Personal & shopping expenses

Tour pricing

Single
1 person / room
7,640
per person · incl. GST

Solo rate
Triple
3 persons / room
5,410
per person · incl. GST

Best value
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Room type
No. of travellers
Estimated total cost
2 persons × ₹5,830 (Double)
₹11,660

* Includes 1-night hotel accommodation + transportation + guide + GST. Meals and entry tickets are additional.

Senior citizens (60+) receive a 20% discount on transportation. Carry valid age proof at the time of booking.

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Frequently asked questions

What does this tour cover?
Day 2: Mantralaya Sri Raghavendra Swamy Brindavana darshan, halt Hospet. Day 3: Full day Hampi UNESCO (Virupaksha, Lotus Mahal, Stone Chariot), Archaeological Museum, Tungabhadra Dam Musical Fountain. Day 4: Morning return Bengaluru.
What is Mantralaya?
Mantralaya is the sacred living samadhi of Sri Raghavendra Swamy (1595–1671), a revered Madhwa Vaishnava saint. Located on the banks of the Tungabhadra in Andhra Pradesh, the samadhi (Brindavana) is believed to be a living divine presence. It is one of the most visited Madhwa pilgrimage sites.
What is the Stone Chariot at Hampi?
The Stone Chariot (Garuda Ratha) at the Vijaya Vittala Temple complex is a 15th-century granite chariot shrine, one of India's most iconic monuments. It appears on the Rs 50 note. The chariot's stone wheels once rotated.
What is the price?
₹7,640 (single), ₹5,830 (double), ₹5,410 (triple). All include GST.
When does this depart?
Every Friday at 8:00 PM from KSTDC Counter, BMTC Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru.
Are meals included?
No. All meals at own cost. Lunch is available at Hotel Mayura Bhuvaneshwari Hampi and dinner at Hotel Mayura Vijayanagara TB Dam.
Senior discount?
Yes. 20% off on transportation for 60+. Carry valid age proof.
LTC available?
Yes, for State Govt, Central Govt and PSU employees.
Cancellation policy?
48+ hours: 10% deducted. 24–48 hours: 25% deducted. Within 24 hours: no refund. Non-transferable.
How to book?
Call or WhatsApp +91 97315 56663 or email muralidhar@karnatakatravelguide.in.

Important notes

GST inclusive. Management may cancel if fewer than 15 seats. Report 15 minutes before 8:00 PM. Bus will not wait. Hampi ASI entry tickets at own cost. Smoking, alcohol and tipping strictly prohibited.

Cancellation policy

More than 48 hours before departure10% deducted
Between 48 and 24 hours before departure25% deducted
Within 24 hours of departureNo refund
Ticket transferabilityNon-transferable

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