“The cave temples and lake were wonderful. The itinerary gave us enough time to explore the carvings and take photographs.”
Nitin PatilBelagaviBadami Tour Package
Discover Badami’s rock-cut cave temples, sandstone cliffs, ancient inscriptions and serene Agastya Lake.
Experience the magic of Badami
Badami is renowned for its red sandstone cliffs and early Chalukyan monuments. This 3-day Badami Tour Package explores the celebrated Badami Cave Temples, the lakeside Bhutanatha Temples and the historic remains of Badami Fort. The programme also allows time for the Malegitti Shivalaya viewpoint and, if road and sightseeing time permit, an excursion to the temple sites of Aihole and Pattadakal. The area involves steps and uneven stone surfaces, so comfortable footwear is recommended. This itinerary is suited to travellers interested in Indian temple architecture, archaeology and heritage landscapes.
Explore the itineraryItinerary Details
Arrival, Badami Cave Temples & Agastya Lake
ROCK-CUT HERITAGEArrive in Badami and check in to your hotel. Begin at the Badami Cave Temples, carved into the sandstone hillside and known for their sculptural panels and views over the town. Explore the caves in sequence, allowing time for the steps and uneven surfaces.
Later, walk towards Agastya Lake and the Bhutanatha Temples on its eastern edge. The changing light on the sandstone cliffs makes this a rewarding place for photography. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Badami Fort, Malegitti Shivalaya & Aihole
FORTS & EARLY TEMPLESAfter breakfast, explore Badami Fort and the Malegitti Shivalaya area, taking care on rocky paths and exposed steps. Enjoy the elevated views across the lake and surrounding red cliffs.
If travel time permits, continue to Aihole, an important early temple-building centre with a varied group of historic shrines. The exact order and number of monuments visited can be adjusted to local access and the pace of the day. Return to Badami for the night.
Pattadakal Excursion & Departure
CHALUKYA ARCHITECTUREAfter breakfast, check out and visit Pattadakal, a UNESCO-listed group of Chalukyan monuments that showcases a range of temple forms and sculptural traditions. Allow time to walk through the complex and read the site interpretation where available.
Proceed for your onward transfer. If your departure is from a distant railway station, confirm the road journey time in advance and adjust the morning sightseeing accordingly.
Designed for a comfortable journey
- 02 Night(s) accommodation on double/twin sharing basis.
- Daily breakfast at the hotel.
- Private vehicle for sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary.
- Airport/Railway Station pickup and drop at the agreed point.
- Applicable toll taxes, parking charges, fuel and driver allowances.
- 24x7 customer support during the trip.
- All applicable government taxes.
- Customizable itinerary as per your preference.
Tour exclusions
- Monument, temple, park and safari entry tickets or activity charges.
- Flight or train tickets.
- Lunch and dinner unless specifically included.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls and beverages.
- Travel insurance and medical expenses.
- Optional activities not mentioned under inclusions.
- Guide, naturalist or safari charges unless specified.
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions.
Special attentions
- Arrival assistance by our travel representative where available.
- Complete tour documentation and itinerary details before travel.
- Dedicated customer support throughout the trip.
- Special arrangements for senior citizens and children on request.
- Accessibility assistance can be discussed before confirmation.
- Baby seat and stroller available on prior request, subject to availability.
- Professional driver familiar with the planned route.
- Comfortable private vehicle for the journey.
- 24x7 travel assistance helpline.
- Safety-conscious planning and support.
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What Our Travelers Say
“We appreciated the inclusion of Aihole and Pattadakal and the clear explanation of the longer road transfers.”
Shreya KulkarniPune“A very interesting heritage trip. Comfortable arrangements and a practical pace for the steps and walking.”
Arvind RaoHyderabad



