Hampi Brochure PDF
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Hampi Brochure PDF
Hampi Pre Conference Program: Hyderabad - Hospet (Hampi) - Hyderabad Tour duration: 04 nights/ 05 days Hospet - Hospet, a place of great tourist importance, lies 325 kms from Bangalore and at a distance of 12 kilometres from the site of medieval Vijaynagar Empire at Hampi. This town is usually used as a base to explore the ruins at Hampi since it offers a variety of decent accommodations. It is a fairly typical Karnataka country town. The main bazaar is interesting to walk down and the Tungabhadra dam lies here. Hampi - Hampi is one of the most fascinating historical sites in South India - the site of the Vijayanagar Empire. Hampi is a world heritage site and is the most beautiful and evocative of all the ruins in Karnataka. Most of the site ruins date to early 16th century, built during the reign of Krishna Deva Raya with the Citadel standing on the bank of the river. The Tungabhadra River flows through Hampi, on the banks of which, it is said, the Goddess Hampi (Parvati, the consort of Shiva) attained Lord Shiva. DAY 01 HYDERABAD – HOSPET Pick up from your hotel and drive to Hospet. Arrive Hospet and experience Indian warmth and hospitality as you are greeted at the hotel with a Traditional Welcome with garlands, followed by the ‘Aarti’ ceremony where the forehead is anointed with the traditional red ‘tika’ which is considered auspicious. Complete your check in formalities Overnight in Hospet DAY 02 HAMPI Breakfast at the hotel Proceed on a full day excursion to Hampi, one of the most fascinating historical sites in South India - the site of the Vijayanagar Empire. Visit Hampi Bazaar, a bustling village with its ancient, roofless stalls is a riot of colour on festive nights. The Virupaksha Temple located at the western end of the bazaar is one of the earliest structures in the city. The main shrine is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Overlooking the temple to the south is the Hemakuta Hill, which has a scattering of early ruins including Jain temples and a monolith sculpture of Narasimha (Vishnu in his half-man half-lion incarnation). Also visit the Vittala Temple Complex located 2km from the Hampi Bazaar, is this 16th century temple, by far the most amazing monument in Hampi. It is a World Heritage Monument having musical pillars. Continue to the Royal Centre, a complex which has various stonewalled enclosures housing the rest of Hampi's major attractions like the Lotus Mahal and the Elephant Stables. The Lotus Mahal is a delicately designed pavilion in a walled compound known as the Zenana (Women's) Enclosure. The Elephant Stables is a grand building with domed chambers that once housed the state elephants. There is the King's Balance, where kings were weighed against grain, gold or money, which was subsequently distributed to the poor. The Queen's Bath, an impressive structure, open to the sky, surrounded by a moat has arched corridors, projecting balconies and lotusshaped fountains that once spouted perfumed water. A little away stands the crumbling watchtower, once guarded by eunuchs, from where the royal ladies could watch the festivities taking place Overnight in Hospet. DAY 03 HOSPET - HYDERABAD Breakfast at hotel. Drive back to Hyderabad where you will be dropped at the airport or your respective hotel. END OF TOUR TOUR COST Hotel Option - Standard HOTEL ENVISAGED City Hampi Name of Hotel Hyatt Palace Room Category King Bed Description 01 Paying Pax 02 Pax onwards Single Room Supplement The above are per person costs and in US Dollar Nights 02 Cost US $ 615 Per Person US $ 325 Per Person US $ 65 The tour cost includes the following specific services: Hotel accommodation in the hotels mentioned or similar based on sharing a double room with attached bath for a total of 02 nights based on Room & Breakfast basis as per the itinerary. This includes presently applicable Government taxes, which are subject to change Check in and checkout time at all hotels is 14.00 hrs and 12.00 respectively unless otherwise specified Sightseeing’s and excursions as per the itinerary with services of locally appointed English Speaking Guides. Applicable entrance fees to places of visit as per itinerary Intercity transportation and visits by air conditioned vehicle, as per the itinerary The tour cost DOES NOT include: Items of a personal nature such as cost of meals, table drinks, telephone calls, laundry, tips etc. Presently applicable Government Service Tax of 3.09% on the total tour cost Note: A valid Indian VISA is required to visit India (please contact the nearest Indian Embassy/ HighCommission/ Consulate for details) General Terms: The tour cost includes only the services listed above and those mentioned in the enclosed itinerary We suggest that clients should be covered by Travel, Medical, Health and other types of insurance. These cannot be obtained in India Shopping is a personal activity, Cox and Kings will not be responsible for any shopping undertaken by the participant PAYMENT & CANCELLATION POLICY Full payment will be required at the time of confirmation of the tour. CANCELLATION POLICY 90 Days prior to the commencement of the tour 60-89 Days prior to date of travel 45-60 Days prior to date of travel Less than 45 days : No cancellation charges : 50% (Total tour cost) : 75% (Total tour cost) : No refund BANK DETAILS FOR PAYMENT: Beneficiary Bank Beneficiary Bank Swift code Beneficiary Name Beneficiary Account No. Purpose of the remittance : Deutsche Bank, fort Branch Mumbai : DEUTINBBXXX : Cox & Kings Ltd. : 0531285–00-4 : Tour collection