Day 1 – The Royal Center & Surroundings
Theme: Ancient Empire, Architecture & Palaces
Morning
- Arrival at Hampi / Hospet (nearest railway station or by road)
- Check into your hotel or homestay in Hampi or Anegundi
- Breakfast at Mango Tree or Gopi Guesthouse Café
Sightseeing
- Virupaksha Temple – the main active temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva
- Hemakuta Hill Temples – short hike, best panoramic view of Hampi Bazaar
- Kadalekalu Ganesha & Sasivekalu Ganesha – monolithic statues
Afternoon
- Lunch near Hampi Bazaar
- Explore the Hampi Bazaar ruins
- Visit the Royal Enclosure:
- Mahanavami Dibba
- Stepped Tank
- Hazara Rama Temple
Evening
- Queen’s Bath – Indo-Islamic structure
- Lotus Mahal & Elephant Stables – in Zenana Enclosure
- Sunset from Matanga Hill or Hemakuta Hill
🛏 Overnight stay in Hampi
Day 2 – The Sacred & Riverside Trail
Theme: Temples, Culture & Local Life
Morning
- Early breakfast
- Visit Achyutaraya Temple (less crowded, beautiful architecture)
- Walk through Vittala Temple complex – iconic Stone Chariot & Musical Pillars
- Explore Tungabhadra River banks – see the ruins of King’s Balance, Pushkarani tanks
Afternoon
- Lunch at Hampi Café / Laughing Buddha Café
- Cross the river to Anegundi by coracle or bridge
- Visit Anjanadri Hill (Hanuman’s Birthplace) – climb for amazing views
- Visit Pampa Sarovar (sacred lake mentioned in Ramayana)
Evening
- Coracle ride on the Tungabhadra River
- Return to Hampi for dinner
🛏 Overnight stay in Hampi / Anegundi
Day 3 – Nature, Heritage & Relaxation
Theme: Offbeat Exploration & Local Culture
Morning
- Visit Sanapur Lake – peaceful boating and cliffside views
- Optional: Try cliff jumping (with locals’ guidance & safety)
- Visit Daroji Bear Sanctuary (if you love wildlife – best visited 4–6 PM)
Afternoon
- Lunch at a local café
- Visit Kamalapur Museum – small but informative about Hampi history
- Explore Underground Shiva Temple and Narasimha Statue (Ugra Narasimha)
Evening
- Souvenir shopping near Hampi Bazaar (stone carvings, handicrafts)
- Enjoy a relaxed evening by the riverside café before departure