Empire of Stones: Luxury & UNESCO Heritage of Hampi
4 Days / 3 Nights
Starting from ₹29,500
Discover the ruins of the 14th-century Vijayanagara Empire from the comfort of a luxury eco-resort nestled among boulder hills and paddy fields. Features light morning heritage walks and relaxing afternoons.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Hampi & Sunset at Hemakuta Hill
Today's Highlights: Arrival, check-in at a palatial resort, and evening stroll up Hemakuta Hill.
The Journey: Pick up from Jindal Vijaynagar Airport (VDY) or Hospet Station. Transfer to your luxury resort modeled after Vijayanagara palace architecture. Spend a quiet afternoon enjoying the resort's private pools and gardens. At dusk, take a gentle walk up Hemakuta Hill for panoramic sunset views over ancient stone shrines.
Stay: Evolve Back Hampi / Heritage Resort Hampi (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 2: Vittala Stone Chariot & Tungabhadra Coracle Cruise
Today's Highlights: Morning tour of Vittala Temple’s Stone Chariot and private coracle boat ride at sunset.
The Journey: Take a private morning tour of the Vittala Temple Complex, famous for its musical pillars and carved stone chariot. Return to the resort by mid-day for lunch and leisure. In the late afternoon, take a private traditional coracle boat ride along the serene Tungabhadra River, watching the sun set over boulder-lined riverbanks.
Stay: Evolve Back Hampi (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: Royal Enclosure & Lotus Mahal
Today's Highlights: Guided morning walk through the Royal Enclosure, Lotus Mahal, and afternoon spa session.
The Journey: Explore the Indo-Islamic architecture of the Lotus Mahal, Elephant Stables, and the grand Royal Enclosure during the cool morning hours. Return to the resort for an open afternoon—enjoy an Ayurvedic massage or relax by the infinity pool overlooking paddy fields.
Stay: Evolve Back Hampi (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Departure
Today's Highlights: Morning breakfast overlooking boulder landscapes and airport transfer.
The Journey: Enjoy a slow morning breakfast before taking a private transfer to Jindal Vijaynagar Airport or Hospet Station for your onward journey.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Inclusion:
03 Nights accommodation in a luxury palatial resort.
Daily Breakfast, 1 Heritage Lunch, and 2 Dinners.
Private AC vehicle for transfers and sightseeing.
Private coracle boat ride on the Tungabhadra River.
Private certified heritage guide for morning monument excursions.
Exclusion:
Flight or train tickets.
Spa treatments and personal expenses.