Bellary to Goa Trip Itinerary: Scenic Route and Cultural Highlights

Day 1: Travel and Sightseeing

Bellary, Karnataka on April 27, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel Mayura Ashok

Start with a traditional South Indian breakfast including idli, dosa, and filter coffee at this well-known local hotel open from 7:00am to 10:00am.
INR150, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Bellary Fort

Explore the historic Bellary Fort famed for its impressive stone walls and panoramic views of the city, open to visitors from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
INR20, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Manjeera Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Karnataka cuisine with thali options and local delicacies in a casual setting open until 3:00pm.
INR350, 1h0m

1:30pm

Drive to Hospet

Travel 60 km southwest to Hospet, the gateway to Hampi, approximately 1.5-hour drive.
INR1000 (taxi), 1h30m

3:00pm

Visit Tungabhadra Dam

Stop at this scenic dam near Hospet to enjoy the view and pleasant atmosphere. Open throughout the day.
Free, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Kamat Restaurant Hospet

Delight in a mix of North and South Indian dishes served in a relaxed environment, open until 10:00pm.
INR400, 1h0m

Day 2: Explore Hampi

Hampi, Karnataka on April 28, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Mango Tree

Enjoy fresh fruit, coffee, and South Indian breakfast close to Hampi bazaar, open from 7:00am to 11:00am.
INR250, 1h0m

8:30am

Explore Hampi Ruins

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its temples, market streets, and royal pavilions. Best explored early to avoid heat, open 7:00am to 6:00pm.
INR500, 5h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Hampi Bhoji Café

Savor healthy Indian vegetarian dishes in a peaceful setting, open till 4:00pm.
INR300, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Vittala Temple Complex

See the famous stone chariot and musical pillars in this iconic and architecturally stunning temple complex, open until 6:00pm.
Included in Hampi ticket, 2h0m

5:00pm

Travel to Goa

Embark on the drive to Goa (about 4.5 hours), starting late afternoon to reach Goa by evening.
INR2000 (taxi), 4h30m

9:30pm

Dinner at Fisherman’s Wharf, Goa

Enjoy Goan seafood specialties and vibrant ambience at this popular restaurant in South Goa, open until 11:30pm.
INR700, 1h0m

Day 3: Goa Beach and Culture

Goa, India on April 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Sussegad, Panaji

Start the day with a European-style breakfast including fresh pastries and coffee, open from 7:30am to 12:00pm.
INR350, 1h0m

9:30am

Relax at Palolem Beach

Enjoy the palm-fringed bay famed for its serene beauty and calm waters, perfect for swimming and sunbathing, accessible all day.
Free, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Dropadi

Relish authentic Goan fish curry and rice in a cozy beachfront setting, open from 11:00am to 4:00pm.
INR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Basilica of Bom Jesus

Explore this UNESCO-listed church in Old Goa which holds the remains of St. Francis Xavier, open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Free, 1h0m

3:30pm

Casinos or Market walk in Panaji

Spend your afternoon at one of Panaji’s casinos for entertainment or explore the local markets for souvenirs and spices, casinos open till midnight.
Casino entry varies, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Gunpowder

Enjoy South Indian coastal delicacies in an atmospheric setting in Assagao village, open until 10:30pm.
INR700, 1h30m