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Hampi
A UNESCO ruin field of temples, boulders and river ghats best explored with a guide across two full days.
About Hampi
- Region
- Karnataka · Deccan plateau
- Best time
- October to February
- Ideal duration
- 2 days
Hampi is an open-air ruin field spread over 25 km² — boulder landscapes, Vijayanagara temples and river crossings that need a vehicle and an early start.
Two nights lets you split the sacred centre and the royal enclosure without doing either in the midday heat.
- Virupaksha temple
- Vittala stone chariot
- Matanga Hill sunset
- Heritage
- Weekend
Top attractions in Hampi
Virupaksha Temple
Still-active temple at the heart of Hampi bazaar.
- Distance from Hampi
- 1 km away
- Approximate drive time
- 5 min drive
Vittala Temple & Stone Chariot
The iconic chariot and musical pillars.
- Distance from Hampi
- 4 km away
- Approximate drive time
- 15 min drive
Royal Enclosure & Lotus Mahal
Stepped tank, elephant stables and palace ruins.
- Distance from Hampi
- 3 km away
- Approximate drive time
- 12 min drive
Matanga Hill
Sunrise viewpoint over the boulder landscape.
- Distance from Hampi
- 2 km away
- Approximate drive time
- 10 min drive
Know before you go
Best time & weather
Best time to visit Hampi: October to February
Peak16°C – 30°C
November – February
Best months; cool mornings for walking the ruins.
Summer24°C – 40°C
March – June
Very hot — sightseeing before 10 AM only.
Monsoon22°C – 32°C
July – October
Green landscape, occasional showers.
Travel tips
- Start at sunrise; shade is scarce across the ruins.
- One combined ticket covers Vittala and the Royal Enclosure on the same day.
- Hospet (Hosapete) is the nearest railhead, 13 km away.
Recommended vehicles for Hampi
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Inclusions, Exclusions & Fleet Policies for Hampi
Clear, transparent pricing standards, vehicle inclusions and travel policies covering your journey to Hampi.
Inclusions
All Inclusive
- Dedicated sanitised AC vehicle (Sedan / SUV / Tempo Traveller / Bus) for complete Hampi sightseeing & transfers
- Professional verified chauffeur with extensive route experience across Hampi
- All vehicle fuel, maintenance, and driver allowance (Per Day) included
- All highway toll gates, interstate road permits, and standard parking charges
- 100% KA registered commercial yellow-board vehicles with SZT verified stickers
- GPS live tracking and 24/7 South Zoom Tourism trip coordination
- Zero hidden fees and transparent pricing with itemised trip quotation
Exclusions
All Exclusive
- Monument, wildlife safari, palace, boating, museum and temple entry tickets in Hampi
- Lunch, dinner, room service, alcoholic drinks and personal food orders
- Local government guide fees and camera / videography permits at heritage monuments
- Night driving charges (applicable only between 9:30 PM to 5:30 AM if traveling outside planned schedule)
- Airfare, railway tickets, or intercity bus tickets to/from trip starting point
- Personal expenses, shopping, laundry, telephone, driver tipping and travel insurance
- Unforeseen costs due to road diversions, landslides or extreme weather delays
Fleet: 100% KA Yellow Board Commercial Vehicles
Night Charges: 9:30 PM – 5:30 AM (Driver Allow: Per Day)
Helpline: +91 6366357757 (Call & WhatsApp)
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