8-Day Heritage Trail: Aurangabad to Hampi

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Discover India’s rich heritage on this 8-day journey from Aurangabad to Hampi, featuring remarkable UNESCO sites such as the Ajanta and Ellora Caves, Bijapur, Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal, and Hubballi. Enjoy guided tours, comfortable transport, and 4-star accommodations starting from ₹45,000 / $550 USD based on group size (up to 3). Tour Start: Aurangabad, Tour End: Belur / Hampi, Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights. Day 1: Arrival in Aurangabad – Local Sightseeing. Pickup from Aurangabad Airport / Railway Station, check-in at your hotel, and freshen up before an afternoon of sightseeing, including Bibi Ka Maqbara – known as the ‘Taj of the Deccan’, Panchakki (Water Mill), and the Aurangabad Caves. Overnight stay in Aurangabad. Day 2: Experience the Ajanta Caves – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a full-day excursion (2 hours from Aurangabad). Explore these Buddhist rock-cut caves adorned with ancient murals and sculptures before returning to Aurangabad for an overnight stay. Day 3: Visit the Ellora Caves and Daulatabad Fort in the morning, marveling at the Kailasa Temple and the 34 rock-cut structures. Explore Daulatabad Fort and Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple before departing for Bijapur (approx. 6 hrs drive) for an overnight stay. Day 4: Enjoy a full-day Bijapur Heritage Tour, visiting Gol Gumbaz – the world’s second-largest dome, Ibrahim Rauza – the ‘Taj Mahal of the Deccan’, Jama Masjid, and the Malik-e-Maidan Cannon. Overnight stay in Bijapur. Day 5: Drive to Badami (approx. 4 hrs) in the morning, followed by an afternoon visit to the Badami Cave Temples – a rock-cut Chalukyan marvel, Agastya Lake, and Bhuthanatha Temples. Overnight stay in Badami. Day 6: Take a day trip to Aihole – the “Cradle of Indian Architecture,” then visit Pattadakal – where Dravidian and Nagara style temples blend beautifully. Return to Badami in the evening for another overnight stay. Day 7: Depart Badami for Hampi (approx. 4 hrs) in the morning and begin your sightseeing adventure with visits to Virupaksha Temple, Hemakuta Hill Temples, Sasivekalu Ganesha, and Kadalekalu Ganesha, followed by a stunning sunset at Matanga Hill. Explore Vittala Temple, famous for its Stone Chariot, Hazara Rama Temple, Lotus Mahal, and Elephant Stables. Overnight stay in Hampi. Day 8: Conclude your journey in Hampi and Hubballi – the tour ends with a drop-off at Hubballi or Hospet based on your departure plans. Optional extension to Hubballi or Hospet is available. Inclusions: Private AC vehicle (Sedan/SUV/Tempo Traveller depending on group size), professional driver, tolls, parking, fuel, and driver allowances. Exclusions: Hotel and food, personal expenses, camera fees, tips and gratuities, guide, and monument tickets.