Hampi — Ruins & Boulders — 3 Days
The ruined Vijayanagara empire capital. A UNESCO World Heritage Site of crumbling temples, boulder-strewn hills, and banana plantations.
Day by day
Day 1
Arrive Hospet / Hampi
Hampi, Karnataka
Nearest railhead is Hospet (12km). Auto/taxi to Hampi Bazaar. Stay budget guesthouses near Virupaksha Temple.
Day 2
Hampi Royal Centre & Lotus Mahal
Lotus Mahal, Hampi
Vittala Temple (Stone Chariot + Musical Pillars), Hazara Rama Temple, Lotus Mahal, Elephant Stables. Hire bicycle (₹100/day) or cycle.
Day 3
Hemakuta Hill & Virupapur Gadde
Virupapur Gadde, Hampi
Sunrise at Hemakuta Hill. Coracle (round boat) across Tungabhadra to Hippie Island (Virupapur Gadde). Afternoon boulder walk.