Badami Tour Package from Pune (3 Days)
3-day Badami tour from Pune: Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole and Banashankari Temple (Badami). 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹7,150 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
21° – 30°C
October in Badami
Description
3-day Badami tour from Pune: Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole and Banashankari Temple (Badami). 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹7,150 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 7 handpicked stops, including Badami Cave Temples, Agastya Lake, Bhutanatha Temples and more. October–February is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 2-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Badami. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Badami
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 16°C – 38°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Badami cave temples
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Pune in the morning. Drive from Pune to Badami (about 443 km, 9 hrs). Check in at your hotel in Badami. Badami, the Chalukya capital Vatapi, sits in a gorge of red sandstone. Climb to the four cave temples cut into the cliff in the 6th century: Shiva as an eighteen-armed dancer in the first, Vishnu as Trivikrama and Narasimha in the larger caves, and a Jain cave at the top. Look down on Agastya lake and walk round its bank to the Bhutanatha temples, and climb towards the North Fort for the sunset. Overnight stay in Badami.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Pune to Badami
443 km · ~9h 32m · About 9h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Pune
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
143 km · 2h 52m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BadamiBadami, Karnataka
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Pune to Badami
443 km · ~9h 51m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Pune
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Pune. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Pune → Badami
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~443 km
~9h 51m|Tentative fare ₹490–₹1,290
- Arrive in Badami
Badami, Karnataka
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Pune to Badami
Nearest railway stations: Pune Jn for Pune, Yerra Goppa Halt for Badami.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 10h 46m in total
Change trains at Solapur Jn — about 50m wait
1 change · 11h 39m in total
Change trains at Solapur Jn — about 2h 30m wait
1 change · 13h 23m in total
Change trains at Aherwadi — about 3h 4m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Badami Cave Temples
Four rock-cut temples of the 6th century.
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Agastya Lake
The tank below the cliffs of Badami.
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Bhutanatha Temples
Early temples on the bank of the lake.
Pattadakal and Aihole
Today's travel: from Badami to Pattadakal (about 22 km, 30 min), from Pattadakal to Aihole (about 14 km, 15 min) and from Aihole to Badami (about 36 km, 45 min). Drive to Pattadakal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the Chalukya kings were crowned, and see the Virupaksha and Mallikarjuna temples of the 8th century, built in both northern and southern styles side by side. Go on to Aihole, called the cradle of Indian temple architecture, with more than a hundred temples: the apsidal Durga temple, the Lad Khan temple and the Ravanaphadi cave. Overnight stay in Badami.
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Pattadakal
Chalukya temples of the 7th–8th century, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Durga Temple, Aihole
An apsidal temple with a gallery round it.
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Lad Khan Temple
One of the oldest temples of Aihole.
Banashankari and home
Visit the Banashankari temple, of the goddess of the Chalukyas, beside its large stepped tank with lamp towers, then head home. Drive from Badami to Banashankari Temple (Badami) (about 6 km, 15 min) and from Banashankari Temple (Badami) to Pune (about 444 km, 9 hrs), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Pune. The tour ends here.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Badami to Banashankari Temple (Badami)
6 km · ~7m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Badami
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
6 km · 7m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Banashankari Temple (Badami)Banashankari Temple (Badami), Karnataka
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Badami to Banashankari Temple (Badami)
6 km · ~8m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Badami
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Badami. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Badami → Banashankari Temple (Badami)
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~6 km
~8m|Tentative fare ₹10–₹70
- Arrive in Banashankari Temple (Badami)
Banashankari Temple (Badami), Karnataka
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Badami to Banashankari Temple (Badami)
Nearest railway stations: Yerra Goppa Halt for Badami, Yerra Goppa Halt for Banashankari Temple (Badami).
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Banashankari Temple (Badami) to Pune
444 km · ~9h 33m · About 9h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Banashankari Temple (Badami)
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
144 km · 2h 53m drive from previous stop
Arrive in PunePune, Maharashtra
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Banashankari Temple (Badami) to Pune
444 km · ~9h 52m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Banashankari Temple (Badami)
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Banashankari Temple (Badami). Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Banashankari Temple (Badami) → Pune
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~444 km
~9h 52m|Tentative fare ₹490–₹1,290
- Arrive in Pune
Pune, Maharashtra
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Banashankari Temple (Badami) to Pune
Nearest railway stations: Yerra Goppa Halt for Banashankari Temple (Badami), Pune Jn for Pune.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 11h 14m in total
Change trains at Hotgi — about 1h 8m wait
1 change · 12h 10m in total
Change trains at Bagalkot — about 42m wait
1 change · 13h 11m in total
Change trains at Solapur Jn — about 3h wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Banashankari Temple
The temple of the Chalukya family goddess, with a big tank.
Tour Overview
The Chalukya country of northern Karnataka: the cave temples of Badami, the UNESCO-listed temples of Pattadakal, the hundred temples of Aihole and the goddess Banashankari.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Pune. The route runs Pune → Badami → Pattadakal → Aihole → Badami → Banashankari Temple (Badami) → Pune, about 965 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Badami Tour from Pune
- Badami Cave Temples
- Agastya Lake
- Bhutanatha Temples
- Pattadakal
- Durga Temple, Aihole
- Lad Khan Temple
- Banashankari Temple
Inclusions in the Badami Tour Package
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Pune for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Badami Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Badami Tour
Best time to visit: October–February
Route: Pune → Badami → Pattadakal → Aihole → Badami → Banashankari Temple (Badami) → Pune (about 965 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Badami and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: Pattadakal and the Badami caves are ASI sites with entry fees. The rocks get very hot from March; start early.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Badami, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Pune. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹15,110 | ₹11,290 | ₹10,400 |
| 33 Persons | ₹11,990 | ₹10,270 | ₹9,370 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹10,750 | ₹9,140 | ₹8,250 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹9,870 | ₹8,630 | ₹7,740 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹8,270 | ₹8,040 | ₹7,150 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Badami and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Route Map
Top Attractions
Badami Cave Temples
Four rock-cut cave temples carved into a sandstone cliff, dating from the 6th to 8th centuries CE under the early Chalukyas. Cave 1 is dedicated to Shiva, Caves 2 and 3 to Vishnu (with Cave 3, inscribed to 578 CE, being the largest and most ornate), and Cave 4 to Jain tirthankaras, making it a rare site with both Hindu and Jain cave architecture together.
Agastya Lake
The tank below the cliffs of Badami.
Bhutanatha Temples
A group of temples on the eastern bank of Agastya Lake, dedicated to the deity Bhutanatha (a form of Shiva). The main temple is in the Chalukyan style, while a later structure was added by the Rashtrakutas, reflecting successive dynastic influences.
Pattadakal
Chalukya temples of the 7th–8th century, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Durga Temple, Aihole
An apsidal temple with a gallery round it.
Lad Khan Temple
One of the oldest temples of Aihole.
Banashankari Temple
The Banashankari Temple, located about 6 km from Badami, is an ancient shrine dedicated to Goddess Banashankari, a form of Parvati. The temple is built in the Dravidian style, with a gopura (tower) and a large temple tank, and it dates back to the Chalukya period, though it has been renovated over the centuries. It is a significant pilgrimage site, especially during the Banashankari fair held in January-February, and offers a peaceful spiritual experience away from the main tourist circuit.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–February is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Pune for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–February
Route: Pune → Badami → Pattadakal → Aihole → Badami → Banashankari Temple (Badami) → Pune (about 965 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Badami and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: Pattadakal and the Badami caves are ASI sites with entry fees. The rocks get very hot from March; start early.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Badami, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Pune on day 1 and you are back in Pune on day 3. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Pune → Badami → Pattadakal → Aihole → Badami → Banashankari Temple (Badami) → Pune. That is about 965 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹10,400 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹7,150 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Pune and back. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Badami and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–February.
Pattadakal and the Badami caves are ASI sites with entry fees. The rocks get very hot from March; start early.
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