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Hampi Full‑Day Private Guided Tour with Lunch & Entry fee Option

8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Hampi Full‑Day Private Guided Tour with Lunch & Entry fee Option

About this activity

This tour is unique because it blends comfort, culture, and authenticity in one seamless day. Guests explore Hampi’s UNESCO‑listed temples and royal enclosures with an English‑speaking guide who brings history alive through stories and legends. Travel is private and stress‑free with hotel pick‑up and drop‑off in an air‑conditioned car. The optional lunch adds a special touch — a pure vegetarian South Indian meal served traditionally on a banana leaf, making the experience both immersive and memorable.

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At a glance

Duration
8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–12
Guide
English
Operated by
Go City Adventures

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Monument entry fees (if option selected)
  • Included: Lunch (if option selected)
  • Included: Hotel pick‑up & drop‑off
  • Included: English‑speaking tour guide
  • Included: Private air‑conditioned car for sightseeing

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Personal expenses & tips

Itinerary

  1. Virupaksha Temple

    45 min Admission not included

    8:00 AM – Hotel pick‑up in a private air‑conditioned car with your English‑speaking guide.

    Begin your journey at Hampi’s most sacred temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Explore its towering gopuram, intricate carvings, and feel the spiritual energy that has lasted for centuries.

  2. Sule Bazaar - Hampi

    30 min

    Stroll through the ancient marketplace where traders once sold jewels, spices, and silks. Your guide will share stories of its bustling past and royal connections.

  3. Stop 3

    30 min Admission not included

    Admire the massive stone sculptures carved from single boulders. These striking figures showcase the skill and devotion of Vijayanagara artisans.

  4. Hemakuta Hill Temple Complex

    45 min Admission not included

    Walk up gently to this cluster of shrines. From here, enjoy sweeping views of Hampi’s rocky terrain and temple spires scattered across the horizon.

  5. Stop 5

    40 min Admission not included

    Discover the famous Stone Chariot and Musical Pillars. This UNESCO‑listed site is the crown jewel of Hampi, blending architecture with legend.

  6. Stop 6

    40 min Admission not included

    Step into the ceremonial heart of the empire. See the grand Mahanavami Dibba, Hazara Rama Temple, and the beautifully designed Stepped Tank.

  7. Stop 7

    30 min Admission not included

    Explore the graceful Lotus Mahal and Elephant Stables. These structures reflect the blend of Indo‑Islamic architecture and royal lifestyle.

  8. Stop 8

    30 min

    End the day with a climb to Matanga Hill. Watch the ruins glow in the evening light as the sun sets over Hampi’s dramatic landscape.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Rocky Meadows Resort Hampi
  • Leo Comforts River Side
  • Hakuna Matata Inn
  • Mowgli's Cafe Hampi & Guest House
  • Leo Wooden Resort
  • Navyya's
  • Capital O 41723 Shree International
  • White Sand Hampi
  • Vijayanagara Home Stay
  • Hotel Ananya Comfortss
  • Hotel Genx Inn
  • Hotel Renuka Arcade Hampi

and 91 more pickup points

Please wait in the main hotel lobby or near the front entrance 15 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Start Time: The tour begins at 8:00 AM with hotel pick‑up.

  • Walking & Climbing: Expect moderate walking and some climbs, especially at Hemakuta Hill and Matanga Hill. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

  • Weather: Hampi gets hot by midday. Carry water, sunscreen, and a hat.

  • Dress Code: Knees and shoulders must be covered at all temples and religious sites. Modest clothing is required.

  • Lunch: If selected, a pure vegetarian South Indian meal will be served on a banana leaf.

  • Private Tour: Travel in a private air‑conditioned car with an English‑speaking guide.

Options

  • Includes Lunch & Entry Fee

    Experience a full‑day guided tour with hotel transfers, entry fees covered, and a traditional South Indian vegetarian lunch.

    Pickup included

  • Excludes Lunch & Entry Fee

    Enjoy a private guided tour with hotel pick‑up and drop‑off; meals and monument entry fees are not included.

    Pickup included

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Hampi Full‑Day Private Guided Tour with Lunch & Entry fee Option

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