KSTDC Package — Marketed by Padaki Travel Desk
North Karnataka — Hampi · Badami · Bijapur
5 days through the greatest empires of the Deccan — the Vijayanagara ruins of Hampi (UNESCO), the iconic Stone Chariot, the Chalukya cave temples of Badami, UNESCO masterpieces at Pattadakal, Aihole the cradle of Indian temple architecture, and the Adil Shahi grandeur of Bijapur.
🏛️ Hampi UNESCO🗿 Stone Chariot🕌 Badami Caves⛩️ Pattadakal UNESCO🏺 Aihole🕌 Gol Gumbaz🙏 Kudala Sangama
4 Nights
Duration
5 Days
Itinerary
Every Thu
Departures
₹6,930
From / person
🏛️Hampi
UNESCO
UNESCO
🗿Stone
Chariot
Chariot
🕌Badami
Caves
Caves
⛩️Pattadakal
UNESCO
UNESCO
🕌Gol Gumbaz
Bijapur
Bijapur
Tour at a glance
Duration
4 Nights · 5 Days
Starts & ends
Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru
Price from
₹6,930 per person
Transport
AC Deluxe Coach
Frequency
Every Thursday
Departure
10:00 PM (overnight)
UNESCO Sites
Hampi + Pattadakal
Guide
Professional multilingual
Senior discount
20% off on transport
LTC facility
✓ Available
Booking fee
Zero via Padaki
Returns
Day 5 — 6:00 AM Bengaluru
What makes this tour special
Hampi — UNESCO World Heritage Site (1986). 500+ monuments of the Vijayanagara Empire spread across 26 sq km. The Virupaksha Temple (7th century, still active), Vijaya Vittala Stone Chariot, Lotus Mahal, Elephant Stables and Hazara Rama Temple
Badami Cave Temples — four rock-cut cave temples carved in the 6th–7th century by the Badami Chalukyas. Exquisite Vishnu, Shiva and Jain sculpture. Aihole (125+ temples, 450–1100 CE) is called the cradle of Indian temple architecture
Pattadakal — UNESCO World Heritage Site (1987). 8th-century Chalukya temples uniquely blending North and South Indian styles. The Mallikarjuna and Virupaksha temples are masterpieces of early medieval Indian architecture
Bijapur (Vijayapura) — Gol Gumbaz with the world's second-largest dome (44m), famous Whispering Gallery, Ibrahim Roza (that inspired the Taj Mahal), Jamia Masjid, and the 55-tonne Malik-e-Maidan cannon
Departure schedule
Pickup point
KSTDC Counter, BMTC Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru
Departure time
10:00 PM (overnight)
Frequency
Every Thursday
Night halts
Bus (N1) · Hospet (N2) · Bijapur (N3) · Bus (N4)
Contact
+91 97315 56663
Returns
Day 5 — 6:00 AM Bengaluru
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Overnight departure from Bengaluru
10:00 PMDeparture from KSTDC Booking Counter, BMTC Bus Stand, Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru. Overnight AC Deluxe Coach to Hospet. Report 15 minutes before departure
Day 2Hampi UNESCO Monuments (Full Day) · Vijaya Vittala · Tungabhadra Dam — Halt Hospet
6:00 AMArrive Hotel Mayura Vijayanagara, TB Dam, Hospet. Freshen up and breakfast (own cost)
8:00 AM–1:30 PMHampi UNESCO Sightseeing: Virupaksha Temple (7th century, still-active shrine), Kadale Kalu Ganesha, Sasive Kalu Ganesha, Krishna Temple, 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 PMVijaya Vittala Temple — the iconic Stone Chariot (Garuda Ratha) (appears on Rs 50 note), King's Balance, Purandara Mantapa, Old Bridge Pillars
5:00–8:00 PMTungabhadra Dam Garden and Musical Fountain show
8:15 PMNight halt at Hotel Mayura Vijayanagar or similar, Hospet
Day 3Banashankari · Badami Cave Temples · Mahakuta · Pattadakal UNESCO · Aihole — Halt Bijapur
5:30 AMEarly departure from Hospet to Badami (≈ 130 km)
8:00–8:30 AMBreakfast on the way (own cost)
10:30–11:00 AMBanashankari Temple — ancient Shakti temple near Badami
11:15 AM–12:15 PMBadami Cave Temples — four rock-cut caves carved into red sandstone cliffs by the Chalukyas (6th–7th century). Exquisite Vishnu, Shiva and Jain sculpture
12:30–1:15 PMLunch at Hotel Mayura Chalukya, Badami (own cost)
1:45–2:15 PMMahakuteshwara Temple, Mahakuta — 7th-century Chalukya temple complex with a sacred tank
2:45–3:45 PMPattadakal (UNESCO 1987) — magnificent 8th-century Chalukya temples blending North and South Indian styles
4:15–5:00 PMAihole — the cradle of Indian temple architecture, 125+ temples from 450–1100 CE. Durgadagudi Temple and Lad Khan Temple
8:00 PMArrive Bijapur. Night halt at Hotel Mayura Adilshahi or similar
Day 4Bijapur Heritage · Gol Gumbaz · Kudala Sangama · Departure for Bengaluru
6:00–8:00 AMBreakfast at hotel (own cost)
8:00 AM–1:30 PMBijapur heritage circuit: Gol Gumbaz (world's second-largest dome, Whispering Gallery), Jamia Masjid, Ibrahim Roza (inspired Taj Mahal), Malik-e-Maidan (55-tonne cannon), Upari Burj, Bara Kaman
1:30–2:15 PMLunch at Almatti (own cost)
3:15–4:15 PMKudalasangameshwara Temple and Basavanna Samadhi, Kudala Sangama — birthplace and samadhi of Basavanna, founder of the Lingayat tradition
4:30–5:00 PMAnubhava Mantapa — Basavanna's 12th-century spiritual parliament
8:30–9:30 PMDinner at Hotel Mayura TB Dam (own cost). Departure for Bengaluru overnight
Day 5Return to Bengaluru
6:00 AMArrival at Bengaluru. Tour ends at KSTDC Booking Counter, Yeshwanthpura
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Night 1 — Bus (Bengaluru → Hospet)
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Night 2 — Hospet
Hotel Mayura Vijayanagar or Similar
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Night 3 — Bijapur (Vijayapura)
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Inclusions & exclusions
AC Deluxe Coach transportation
2 nights hotel (Hospet + Bijapur)
Lunch at Mayura Bhuvaneshwari Hampi (Day 2)
Lunch at Mayura Chalukya Badami (Day 3)
Lunch Almatti + Dinner Mayura TB Dam (Day 4)
Professional multilingual guide
GST included · LTC facility · 20% senior discount
Breakfast (all days, own cost)
ASI monument entry tickets
Personal & shopping expenses
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1 person / room
₹9,850
per person · incl. GST
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2 persons / room
₹7,370
per person · incl. GST
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3 persons / room
₹6,930
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* Includes 2-night hotel + meals as per itinerary + transportation + guide + GST. ASI 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: Full day Hampi UNESCO (Virupaksha, Stone Chariot, Lotus Mahal), Tungabhadra Dam. Day 3: Banashankari, Badami Caves, Pattadakal UNESCO, Aihole. Day 4: Bijapur (Gol Gumbaz, Ibrahim Roza), Kudala Sangama. Returns Bengaluru 6 AM Day 5.
Is Hampi a UNESCO site?
Yes. The Group of Monuments at Hampi was inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage in 1986. Hampi was the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire (14th–16th century).
What is Pattadakal?
Pattadakal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site (1987) with 8th-century Chalukya temples uniquely blending North Indian Nagara and South Indian Dravidian architectural styles.
What is Gol Gumbaz?
Gol Gumbaz in Bijapur is the mausoleum of Mohammed Adil Shah with the world's second-largest dome (44m diameter) and the famous Whispering Gallery.
What is the price?
₹9,850 (single), ₹7,370 (double), ₹6,930 (triple). All include GST.
When does this depart?
Every Thursday at 10:00 PM from KSTDC Counter, BMTC Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru.
Are some meals included?
Yes — lunch at Mayura Bhuvaneshwari Hampi (Day 2), lunch at Mayura Chalukya Badami (Day 3), and lunch at Almatti + dinner at Mayura TB Dam (Day 4). Breakfasts and other meals are own cost.
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 10:00 PM. 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
Terms & conditions
- 1.KSTDC is not liable for cancellations due to breakdown or events beyond management control. A proportionate refund applies if no alternate arrangement is made.
- 2.For all booking, cancellation or modification queries contact Padaki Travel Desk: +91 97315 56663 / muralidhar@karnatakatravelguide.in.
- 3.Tickets are not transferable to another person.
- 4.Management is not responsible for loss of luggage or personal belongings during the tour.
- 5.Management reserves the right to cancel the trip if fewer than 15 seats are booked. A full refund will be provided in such cases.
- 6.Children above 5 years of age are charged full fare. Children below 5 years are not allotted a separate seat. Valid age proof must be produced at the time of booking.
- 7.Passengers must report 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. The bus will not wait for late arrivals under any circumstances.
- 8.Smoking and consumption of alcohol are strictly prohibited inside the coach throughout the journey.
- 9.Tipping the guide, driver, or any KSTDC staff member is strictly prohibited. All staff are paid by KSTDC.
- 10.Package tariff covers accommodation and transportation only. Food, entry tickets, and all personal expenses are borne by the tourist. Senior citizens (60+) are eligible for a 20% discount on transportation. LTC facility is available for State Government, Central Government, and PSU employees.
Why book through Padaki Travel Desk?
Authorised KSTDC travel agents — same official price, with personal service.
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Senior citizen discount automatically applied — just carry age proof on travel day.
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