5-Day Road Trip Itinerary: Aurangabad to Hampi (August 15 - 19, 2025)

Day 1: August 15 - Departure from Aurangabad and Travel to Solapur

Morning: Begin your journey from Aurangabad after breakfast, heading towards Solapur by road. Enjoy scenic views as you drive through the Maharashtra countryside.

Afternoon: Arrive in Solapur around lunchtime. Have lunch at a local restaurant and visit the Siddheshwar Temple and the Solapur Fort for some sightseeing.

Evening: Enjoy dinner at your hotel or a local diner before resting for the night.

Day 2: August 16 - Solapur to Hospet

Morning: After breakfast, depart from Solapur for Hospet, the gateway town to Hampi. The drive will take most of the morning so prepare for a comfortable ride.

Afternoon: Arrive in Hospet and have lunch. Explore Tungabhadra Dam for a relaxing afternoon surrounded by nature.

Evening: Dinner in Hospet, preparing for the next day's visit to Hampi.

Day 3: August 17 - Hampi Exploration

Morning: Start early with breakfast, then head into Hampi. Explore the famous Virupaksha Temple and the bustling Hampi Bazaar.

Afternoon: After lunch, visit the Vijaya Vittala Temple complex and enjoy the iconic stone chariot and musical pillars.

Evening: Have dinner in Hampi, then catch the sunset at Matanga Hill for stunning panoramic views.

Day 4: August 18 - More Hampi and Surrounds

Morning: Breakfast followed by a visit to the Queen’s Bath and Lotus Mahal to delve deeper into Hampi’s history and architecture.

Afternoon: Lunch in Hampi, then explore the Elephant Stables and the riverside area at Achyutaraya Temple.

Evening: Dinner at a local eatery, relaxing and enjoying the tranquil evenings in Hampi.

Day 5: August 19 - Return to Aurangabad

Morning: Early breakfast and begin your road journey back to Aurangabad. Take breaks en route for refreshments.

Afternoon: Stop for lunch halfway, continuing the drive leisurely to enjoy the countryside.

Evening: Arrive back in Aurangabad by dinner time, concluding your memorable road trip.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Siddheshwar Temple, Solapur: 1.5 hours, Free entry
• Solapur Fort: 1 hour, Approx. ₹20 (entry)
• Tungabhadra Dam: 2 hours, Free entry
• Virupaksha Temple, Hampi: 1.5 hours, Free entry
• Vijaya Vittala Temple: 2 hours, Approx. ₹40
• Matanga Hill sunset: 1 hour, Free
• Queen’s Bath & Lotus Mahal: 1.5 hours, Approx. ₹40 combined ticket
• Elephant Stables & Achyutaraya Temple: 2 hours, Included in combined ticket
• Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner for 5 days): Approx. ₹1500 per person
• Fuel and tolls estimate (Aurangabad-Hampi round trip): Approx. ₹4000
• Accommodation (4 nights mid-range): Approx. ₹6000
• Total Estimated Cost: ₹11640 per person

Tips

If you wish to extend your trip, consider spending extra days exploring nearby places such as Badami or Pattadakal, which offer more historical sites. Conversely, to shorten the trip, focus on key Hampi highlights over 2 days and reduce exploration in Solapur and Hospet, allowing a quicker arrival and return journey.