• Badami Cave Temples - Guests will be collected from their hotel in the morning for a 3-hour journey to Badami, located 80 miles from Hospet.

Upon reaching Badami, enjoy brunch (at your own cost) at a local eatery. Following brunch, begin the exploration of the Cave Temples. These caves are nestled on sandstone hills encircling Lake Agastya. There are four interconnected cave temples accessible via stairways. The first cave temple is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva, the second and third to the Hindu God Vishnu, and the fourth to Lord Mahavira, the founder of Jainism. After visiting the cave temples, explore the nearby Banashankari temple, which dates back to the 7th century A.D.

• Aihole - Proceed to the historic site of Aihole, located 20 miles from Badami, with a drive time of about an hour. Aihole boasts over 120 stone and cave temples dating from the 4th to the 12th century A.D. Approximately 100 of these temples are dedicated to Hindu Gods, while the rest are Jain or Buddhist. Ascend Meguti Hill to visit the ancient Jain temple. Then, explore the 6th-century rock-cut Hindu temple of Ravana Phadi, where remnants of exquisite ceiling paintings and remarkable sculptures can be admired. After visiting the Ravana Phadi cave temple, explore several other ancient temples in the area before continuing to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Pattadakal.
• Group of Monuments in Pattadakal - The drive from Aihole to Pattadakal takes about 30 minutes. The temples in Pattadakal showcase the pinnacle of Chalukyan architecture, blending North Indian Nagara and South Indian Dravidian styles. There are nine Hindu temples, with the Temple of Virupaksha being the most notable. Built in the 8th century A.D. by Queen Lokamahadevi to celebrate her husband’s triumph over the Pallava Kings of South India, the temple features intricate carvings, inscriptions, and numerous beautiful sculptures of Hindu Gods. Pattadakal also houses a Jain sanctuary.

At the conclusion of the tour, guests will be driven back to Hospet and returned to their hotel.

• Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
• 02 bottles of mineral water per person.
• Local English speaking guide.
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off.

• Food or drink, unless specified
• Gratuities

Karnataka, a southern Indian state, houses some of India’s most renowned temples. This full-day journey from Hospet allows you to explore historical Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist places of worship in the towns of Badami, Aihole, and Pattadakal. These temples, which were erected between the 5th and 12th century A.D., stood during the reign of the mighty Chalukya dynasty. The dynasty governed vast regions of southern and central India and their era is often dubbed as the ‘Golden Age’ for literature, art, and South Indian architecture, all of which thrived under royal sponsorship.

Key Features
• The 6th century Badami Cave Temples
• The Ravana Phadi Temple in Aihole
• The Pattadakal site listed under UNESCO World Heritage

• Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
• Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
• Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.