Day 1: Arrival in Hubli – Drive to Badami (110 km / 2.5 hrs)
Arrive at Hubli Airport and meet your driver for a scenic drive to Badami, an ancient town framed by red sandstone cliffs. After check-in and some rest, begin your journey at the Badami Caves—four remarkable cave temples carved into the cliffside, adorned with deities from Hindu and Jain traditions. Ascend to Badami Fort, exploring 5th-century Shivalaya shrines and enjoying panoramic views of the valley. Wrap up with a peaceful stroll by Agastya Lake, where temples and cliffs glow in the golden hour. Overnight stay in Badami.

Day 2: Badami – Pattadakal – Aihole – Drive to Hampi (140 km / 3 hrs total)
After breakfast, drive to Pattadakal (22 km / 30 min), a UNESCO World Heritage Site that served as the Chalukya coronation site. Explore temples like Virupaksha, Sangameshwara, and Galaganatha, which reflect a fusion of northern and southern architectural styles.

Continue to Aihole (14 km / 25 min), an early Chalukyan capital known for over 100 historic structures. Highlights include the Durga Temple, Lad Khan Temple, rock-cut Ravanaphadi Cave, and Huchimalli Temple, offering a timeline of evolving temple architecture.

Later, drive to Hampi (104 km / 2.5 hrs), the fabled capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Check in and relax. Overnight stay in Hampi.

Day 3: Hampi – Full-Day Heritage Exploration
Spend the day exploring the majestic ruins of Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site along the Tungabhadra River. Start with the Hazara Rama Temple, known for its Ramayana panels, then explore the Royal Enclosure with Mahanavami Dibba, Stepped Tank, and King’s Balance.

Visit the towering Ugra Narasimha statue and the Badavilinga Shiva Linga, carved from monolithic rocks. Continue to the living Virupaksha Temple, then admire the architectural marvels at the Vithala Temple Complex, home to the famed stone chariot and musical pillars. End at the graceful Lotus Mahal and Elephant Stables, with an optional visit to the ASI Museum. Overnight stay in Hampi.

Day 4: Hampi – Gadag – Lakkundi – Departure from Hubli (180 km / 4 hrs)
After breakfast, drive to Gadag (60 km / 1.5 hrs) and visit the splendid Trikuteshwara Temple, dedicated to three forms of Shiva and known for its elaborate carvings. Continue to Lakkundi (12 km / 20 min), a treasure trove of temples and stepwells. Don’t miss the intricately carved Kasivisvesvara Temple, showcasing a blend of Chalukyan and Hoysala styles.

Later, drive to Hubli Airport (108 km / 2 hrs) for departure, concluding your journey through Karnataka’s rich temple heritage.