10-Day Road Trip Itinerary: Pune to Hampi, Badami, Holysaleswara Temple, Yana Caves, Gokarna and Back

Day 1: Drive to Hampi

Pune to Hampi, India on July 5, 2025

6:00am

Drive from Pune to Hampi

Start early morning for the approximately 7.5 hour drive covering 375 km through NH48 and NH50 to reach Hampi, admiring the scenic rural landscapes.
Petrol approx INR3500 (based on 12km/l and petrol cost INR100/liter), 7h30m

2:00pm

Check-in and lunch at Heritage Resort Hampi

Enjoy comfortable accommodation and a south-Indian style lunch. Approx. meal cost INR600. Stay cost INR2500 per night.
INR3100, 1h30m

4:00pm

Relax and explore local bazaar

Light evening walk in Hampi Bazaar area, soak in atmosphere of ancient ruins nearby.
INR0, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Mango Tree Restaurant

Try local Karnataka cuisine. Open till 10:30pm, meal approx INR500.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 2: Explore Hampi

Hampi, India on July 6, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Heritage Resort

Healthy breakfast with local and continental options. Cost approx INR300.
INR300, 0h45m

8:30am

Visit Virupaksha Temple

Historic 7th-century Hindu temple and religious site, open 6am-8pm, free entry.
INR0, 1h0m

10:00am

Visit Vittala Temple Complex

Famous for stone chariot and musical pillars; open 6am-6pm, entry INR40.
INR40, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Laughing Buddha Cafe

Enjoy pizzas and vegetarian dishes in a relaxed setting. Open 9am to 7pm, cost approx INR600.
INR600, 1h0m

1:30pm

Explore Hemakuta Hill Temples

Collection of small temples with panoramic views of Hampi, free entry.
INR0, 1h0m

3:00pm

Relax by Tungabhadra River and coracle boat ride

Leisurely walk or optional coracle boat ride costing INR200, available till 6pm.
INR200, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Mango Tree Restaurant

Relax with authentic local dinner, approx INR500.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 3: Drive to Badami

Hampi to Badami, India on July 7, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a filling breakfast. Cost approx INR300.
INR300, 0h45m

8:00am

Drive from Hampi to Badami

Approx. 3 hour 140 km drive on SH20 and NH50 roads with beautiful landscapes.
Petrol approx INR1200, 3h0m

11:00am

Check-in at Badami Clarks Inn

Comfortable stay close to attractions. Room cost INR2000 per night.
INR2000, N/A

12:30pm

Lunch at local Badami Restaurant

Enjoy south Indian thali and local cuisine, meal approx INR400.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Badami Cave Temples

Explore the fascinating rock-cut Hindu, Jain and Buddhist cave temples. Open 9am to 6pm, entry INR20.
INR20, 2h0m

5:00pm

Walk around Agastya Lake

Relaxing walk by the lake near caves, enjoy sunset views.
INR0, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at the hotel restaurant

Simple but tasty local and Indian dishes, INR500 approx.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 4: Badami to Holysaleswara & Yana Caves

Badami to Holysaleswara Temple and Yana Caves, India on July 8, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Eat a wholesome breakfast before an adventure day. Cost INR300.
INR300, 0h45m

8:00am

Drive Badami to Holysaleswara Temple (near Nagapur)

About 2-hour 80 km drive to visit this beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva known for its architecture.
Petrol approx INR700, 2h0m

10:30am

Explore Holysaleswara Temple

Admire intricate carvings and historic structure, open outdoors, free entry.
INR0, 1h0m

11:30am

Drive to Yana Caves

Drive approximately 1 hour 40 km to Yana Caves, famous for dramatic limestone rock formations.
Petrol approx INR400, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at local eatery near Yana

Simple local cuisine, meal approx INR300.
INR300, 1h0m

2:00pm

Explore Yana Caves

Short hike to caves, enjoy nature and limestone formations, free entry, open daylight hours.
INR0, 2h0m

4:30pm

Drive to Gokarna

Drive 1.5 hour 48 km to Gokarna, a laid-back temple town on the coast.
Petrol approx INR400, 1h30m

6:00pm

Check-in at Namaste Cafe Stay

Popular budget-friendly beachside guesthouse, approx INR1500 per night.
INR1500, N/A

7:30pm

Dinner at Namaste Cafe

Casual dining with vegetarian, seafood and Indian dishes, meal INR500 approx.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 5: Gokarna Beaches & Temples

Gokarna, India on July 9, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Namaste Cafe

Enjoy fresh fruit, eggs, and coffee with sea views, cost approx INR400.
INR400, 0h45m

8:30am

Visit Mahabaleshwar Temple

One of the main temples of Gokarna town, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Free entry, open 5am-9pm.
INR0, 1h0m

10:00am

Relax at Om Beach

Famous crescent-shaped beach great for swimming and sunbathing.
INR0, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Namaste Cafe or local beach shack

Casual fresh seafood and continental dishes, approx INR600.
INR600, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Kudle Beach

Peaceful beach for swimming and walking, free access.
INR0, 2h0m

5:00pm

Sunset at Half Moon Beach (reachable by boat or trekking)

Experience a serene sunset at this quiet scenic beach.
Boat ride approx INR200 or free walk, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Gokarna Pub

Relaxed dining with Indian and global dishes, meal approx INR700.
INR700, 1h0m
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Day 6: Gokarna Local Day

Gokarna, India on July 10, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Namaste Cafe

Fresh and wholesome breakfast with healthy options. Cost INR400 approx.
INR400, 0h45m

9:00am

Optional visit to nearby Mirjan Fort

Historic fort about 13 km from Gokarna, entry free and open till sunset.
INR0, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at local eatery

Sample authentic coastal Karnataka cuisine. INR500 approx.
INR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Relax or shop in Gokarna town

Shop for souvenirs, shop for local handicrafts, visit cafes or relax at beachside.
INR0, 3h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Namaste Cafe

Enjoy last night dinner with tasty meals and friendly ambiance. INR600 approx.
INR600, 1h0m
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Day 7: Return to Pune

Gokarna to Pune, India on July 11, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Fuel up before the long drive back to Pune. Cost approx INR400.
INR400, 0h45m

8:00am

Drive from Gokarna to Pune

Approximate 485 km long drive taking about 9.5 to 10 hours via NH66 and NH48, scenic but long journey.
Petrol approx INR4500, 9h30m

6:30pm

Arrival in Pune

End of journey; rest at home or hotel of your choice.
INR0, N/A
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