3-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Hampi

  1. Day 1: Explore the ruins
    Located in Kamalapur, 12 minutes from Hampi

    Start your day with a tour of the Vijayanagar Empire ruins. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this ancient city has incredible architecture and history. Don't miss the Virupaksha Temple, Hazara Rama Temple, and the Elephant Stables.

  2. Day 2: Experience the Hampi Bazaar
    Located in Hampi, 5 minutes from the ruins

    Head to the Hampi Bazaar, a traditional market street with a wide variety of foods, clothes, and souvenirs. Don't forget to check out the Matanga Hill sunrise for beautiful views of the ruins and surrounding area. Afterwards, visit the Queen's Bath, an outdoor pool palace which was reserved for the Royal family.

  3. Day 3: Trekking, Climbing and more
    Located in Anegundi, 10 minutes from Hampi.

    Start your morning with a peaceful walk to the Anjeyanadri Hill to see the beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. You can also explore the nearby caves and go further up the hill for amazing panoramic views of the area. Afterwards, go rock climbing at Hemakuta Hill. End your day with a relaxing boat ride on the River Tungabadra and watching the beautiful sunset.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Vijayanagar Empire ruins (3 hours, free)
  • Hampi Bazaar (2 hours, 100 INR)
  • Queen's Bath (1 hour, 25 INR)
  • Anjeyanadri Hill (2 hours, free)
  • Rock Climbing at Hemakuta Hill (3 hours, 250 INR)
  • Boat ride on River Tungabadra (1 hour, 50 INR)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 425 INR

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider taking a day trip to the Hospet Dam, a scenic location with beautiful gardens and a fun park. If you have less time, skip the boat ride and go straight to the Tungabadra Dam.

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