Hyderabad to Bijapur and Hampi (4 Days)

Hyderabad to Bijapur and Hampi (4 Days)

This tour will begin with pickup from your Hyderabad hotel and include 3 night accommodation. You will visit Gulburga fort & the major attraction of Bijapur like Gol Gumbaz, Ibrahim-Rauza, & Jami Masjid. Thenafter you will proceed to visit Hampi dotted with numerous ruined temple complexes from the Vijayanagara Empire. Transport by AC vehicle, entrances to monuments and English speaking guide service during sightseeing are well included.

Itinerary

Day 1: Hyderabad – Gulbarga - Bijapur (385kms/ 7hrs approx)

Pass By: Hyderabad, Hyderabad, Hyderabad District, Telangana
Pick up from your hotel in Hyderabad and drive to Bijapur. En-route stop at Gulbarga to visit -

Stop At: Gulbarga Fort, Halbarga, Brhampur, Gulbarga, Karnataka 585101, India
The Gulburga fort - a leftover of the Brahmani era, which has stood with the time and is famous for its incredible architecture. It was originally built by Raja Gulchand. Later, 15 towers were added by Allah-ud-din Bahmani in the existing structure of the fort. The fort was built with well planning the canal was made around the fort so that it becomes difficult to the enemy. The fort contained 15 towers and 26 guns of which one was 8 metres long.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Gulbarga, Gulbarga, Kalaburagi District, Karnataka
Jama Masjid - a Mosque located in Gulbarga City, it is regarded as one of the most architectural mosques in its form and structure in South Asia. The arches design of Jama Masjid Gulbarga reflects in the interiors of Spanish Mosque of Hyderabad. These are only two mosques in India which have the similarity in interiors of the Great Cathedral–Mosque of Córdoba in Spain.
Continue drive to Bijapur check in at hotel.
Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Bijapur - Hampi (215kms/ 4hrs approx); Breakfast at hotel city tour of Bijapur visit -

Stop At: Bijapur, Bijapur, Bijapur District, Chhattisgarh
The Bijapur Fort - located in the Bijapur city Bijapur fort has a plethora of historical monuments of architectural importance built during the rule of Adil Shahi dynasty. The Adil Shahi Sultans who ruled for nearly 200 years in Bijapur had expended their utmost authority, almost exclusively, on architecture and the allied arts, each Sultan endeavored to excel his predecessor in the number, size, or splendor of his building projects. As a result, the buildings seen in and around Bijapur Fort and the town have been rightly called as the Agra of South India.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Bijapur, Bijapur, Bijapur District, Chhattisgarh
Asar Mahal, built by Muhammed Adil Shah in late 1640s, used to serve as a Hall of Justice. It is also known as Mithari and Asar Mahal and stands with the support of four pillars. Moreover, hair from the beard of Prophet Muhammad was also used at this place. Owing to this, it is a place of worship for Muslim devotees.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bara Kaman, Station Road, Vijayapura India
Bara Kaman is the unfinished mausoleum of Ali Adil Shah II in Bijapur, Karnataka in India. Ali Adil Shah of the Adil Shahi dynasty wanted to build a mausoleum of unmatched architectural quality. It was planned that twelve arches would be placed vertically as well as horizontally surrounding the tomb of Ali Adil Shah. However for unknown reasons the work on the structure was left incomplete: only two arches were raised vertically.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bijapur, Bijapur, Bijapur District, Chhattisgarh
Gol Gumbad situated in Bijapur district of Karnataka is the second largest dome in the world. The Gol Gumbad is second in size only to St. Peter's Basilica, Rome. The Gol Gumbad is 124 feet in diameter. The architecture of Gol Gumbad is unique in the sense that the four minarets themselves are the staircases, leading to the top dome.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Bijapur, Bijapur, Bijapur District, Chhattisgarh
Jama Masjid - The graceful twin minarets of Tipu's Jumma Masjid (1787) are decorated with an elegant arrangement of numerous pigeonholes, and terminate in bulbous domes above balconies. In modern times, processions assemble here before making their way across the island to Gumbaz and the ceremonies associated with the Tipu Urs (marking the anniversary of Tipu's death). Prayers are offered, both at the mosque and at the mausoleum.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Bijapur, Bijapur, Bijapur District, Chhattisgarh
Malik - e- Maidan - regarded as the biggest cannon ever made in the history of world, Malik-e-Maidan, which translates to ‘The Ruler of the Plains’. Located in Gol Gumbaz, the largest masonry dome in the whole of India, the history related to the cannon is more than enough to tempt the travelers to pay a visit to this place.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Bijapur, Bijapur, Bijapur District, Chhattisgarh
The Ibrahim's Rouza - The Ibrahim Rauza was built by Ibrahim Adil Shah in the 15th century. It consists of mosque and tomb enclosed together in the square compound. Mosque and Tomb are separated from each other by tank and fountain. The mosque has finely crafted arches in its rectangular prayer hall and it’s shaded by chhaja and slender minarets at each corner. The bulbous dome with beautiful rows of petals at its base is enclosed in a square structure giving a majestic look to the mosque. Gol Gumbad situated in Bijapur district of Karnataka is the second largest dome in the world. The Gol Gumbad is second in size only to St. Peter's Basilica, Rome. The Gol Gumbad is 124 feet in diameter. The architecture of Gol Gumbad is unique in the sense that the four minarets themselves are the staircases, leading to the top dome.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Hampi, Hampi, Bellary District, Karnataka
Late afternoon drive to Hampi check in at hotel.



Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Hampi;Breakfast at hotel city tour of Hampi visit -

Stop At: Hazara Rama Temple, Near Zenana Enclosure And Lotus Mahal, Hampi India
Hazara Rama Temple - situated in the midst of the Royal Enclosure, is one of the prime attractions of Hampi. This site was used only for ceremonial processions and is renowned among devotees for its bas-relief sculptures that represent important events that occurred in Ramayana. It is one of the popular temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu in Hampi region. The walls of this temple are adorned with 15th century art work, such as carvings of elephants, horses, soldiers and dancing girls.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hampi, Hampi, Bellary District, Karnataka
King's Balance - Remember all those fanciful tales of Kings weighing themselves with gems, rubies and gold? Well, it's at Hampi where they seem to take on life with King's Balance being one such pleasant affirmation. 5 meters tall and carved out of stone, King's Balance appears like a lonesome archway left standing, but peer closely and you can spot the three loops on the beam where the balance must have hung.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Mahanavami(dasara) Dibba, Hampi, The Great Platform, Karnataka 583239, India
The Mahanavami Dibba, a square structure, is another popular attraction in Hampi, which was constructed by the King Krishnadevaraya after his win over Udayagiri (in present-day Orissa). This ancient site is the tallest structure in the Royal Enclosure of Hampi and can be easily observed from nearby places due to its height. It is on the must visit list of all tourists because of its ornate carvings and historic importance.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hampi, Hampi, Bellary District, Karnataka
The Royal Enclosure of Hampi has often been compared to an open air museum. Apart from giving the visitor a glimpse into what life was like under the Vijayanagara rulers, it also showcases the architectural excellence of the era and the level of destruction the city witnessed after the decline of the Vijayanagara kings.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Statue of Ugra Narsimha, Temple Complex, Hampi India
Ugra Narasimha Statue, Hampi is a statue of Laxmi Narasimha. The statue is carved out of a single block of stone. This single stone structure of Lord Narasimha is a major Tourist Attraction in Karnataka and is considered to be an important Monument in Karnataka. The Ugra Narasimha Statue is located to the south of Hampi.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Virupaksha Temple, Rambo, Hampi India
Virupaksha Temple - This temple, in worship, known as ‘Shri Lokeswara-Maha-Sila-prasada’ from the epigraphs, was built by Lokamahadevi, the Queen of Vikaramaditya in about to commemorate her husband’s victory over the Pallavas of Kanchipuram. It closely resembles the Kailasanatha temple at Kanchipuram on plan and elevation and represents a fully developed and perfected stage of the Dravidian architecture.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Lotus Mahal, Nera Hazara Ram Temple, Hampi India
Vithala And Lotus Mahal - a nice place in the Hampi with sufficient time greens and romantic ambience. One of the great place in zenana enclosure. The features of building is marvellous and splendid.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Vithala Temple Complex, Hampi India
Vittala Temple is a 16th century structure that is dedicated to the Lord Vittala or Lord Vishnu. It is a 'must see' site for all tourists going to Hampi because of its beautiful, complex carvings and magnificent architecture, which is not matched by any other structure located here. This temple, situated on the southern bank of the Tungabhadra River, represents the original South Indian Dravidian temple architectural style.
Rest time free and easy to relax in your hotel.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 4: Hampi – Hyderabad (380kms/ 7hrs approx)

Pass By: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Breakfast at hotel drive to Hyderabad and drop off to your hotel or airport.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.