Goa & Hampi 900

...into Karnataka on great mountain roads where we stay at Hornbill Jungle Camp near Dandeli nature reserve. We arrive by late afternoon and check into tented and stone cottages on the banks of the river Periyar. We spend two nights here allowing us time to explore this wild and wonderful setting. (160Km)

... two nights in total. We explore this astonishing area. Amongst other things we take a boat ride to a tiny island famous for its natural jacuzzi baths. You can go for sports activities like white water rafting, rock climbing or guided nature walks, or you can commune with nature on a safari, enjoying bird watching and the abundance of flaura and fauna in this area. Dinner at the marvellous communal dining area. (40 Km) 

... early start today, heading north east to the town of Badami. The road is varied but generally good. Badami, famous for its ancient cave temples, is located in a ravine at the foot of a rugged, red sandstone outcrop that surrounds Agastya lake. Badami is a noted world heritage sight that relatively few travellers get to see. We arrive mid-afternoon in time to visit its 2500 year old cave temples and take a dip in the hotel pool before dinner. (150km)

...on a series of beautiful roads. We take a great route; SH63, SH30 before joining the NH13 to Hospet near Hampi. We check-in to Hampi's Vijayshree Hotel on the west side of the river where we stay for three nights. Hampi is quite frankly mindblowing with its ruined city and magical boulder-strewn landscape. It was once the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire and is a World Heritage Site. (150 Km) 

... will leave a lasting impression! We take a guided tour of the town on either bicycle or motorbike, followed by some time for yourself to explore or perhaps make the most of the hotel's spa and pool.  Later in the afternoon we take a trip to the other side of the river and visit the Monkey Temple with its stunning views of the surrounding plains. (75Km)

... for a day trip where we explore the surrounding area. Unreal and bewitching, the forlorn ruins of Hampi are scattered over an unearthly landscape that will leave you spellbound the moment you cast your eyes on it. Heaps of giant boulders perch precariously over miles of undulating terrain, their rusty hues offset by jade-green palm groves, banana plantations and paddy fields. While it’s possible to see the ancient ruins and temples of this World Heritage Site in a day or two, this goes against Hampi’s relaxed grain. 

The main travellers’ ghetto has traditionally been Hampi Bazaar, a village crammed with budget lodges, shops and restaurants, and towered over by the majestic Virupaksha Temple.  

... back west towards south Goa. En route we stay over in Hubli at the luxurious Lakeside Hotel where you may wish to indulge in a bit of pampering at the pool and spa. (160Km)

... a great ride takes us back into south Goa. We wend our way through luscious jungle and stunning mountainous roads that hug the south western ghats before taking the coast road north to the secluded Talpona Beach. Here we will be staying at the Peace Garden. Expect stunning sea views, deserted palm-fringed beaches, fresh sea food and charming, rustic accommodation.(150Km)

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... the motorcycles. We explore the lovely coast road of south Goa exploring Turtle Beach before heading to Patnam beach for a lunch.  We head back south for our last evening dinner at the Peace Garden beach restaurant. (75Km)

... we get you back to Goa’s airport in plenty of time for your return flight.