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Hampi New Year Tour Package from Bangalore (3 Days)

3-day Hampi New Year tour from Bangalore: Hosapete. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹6,760 per person.

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Hampi New Year Tour Package from Bangalore (3 Days)

Description

3-day Hampi New Year tour from Bangalore: Hosapete. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹6,760 per person.

This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 7 handpicked stops, including Virupaksha Temple, Hemakuta Hill, Vittala Temple 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 Hosapete. 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 Hampi New Year

Best time: October to March

Average temperature range: 16°C – 37°C

Jan

29°

18° low

Feb

31°

19° low

Mar

35°

22° low

Apr

37°

25° low

May

36°

25° low

Jun

33°

24° low

Jul

32°

24° low

Aug

32°

24° low

Sep

30°

22° low

NOW

Oct

30°

22° low

Nov

30°

19° low

Dec

28°

16° low

Jan

29°

18° low

Feb

31°

19° low

Mar

35°

22° low

Apr

37°

25° low

May

36°

25° low

Jun

33°

24° low

Jul

32°

24° low

Aug

32°

24° low

Sep

30°

22° low

NOW

Oct

30°

22° low

Nov

30°

19° low

Dec

28°

16° low

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Bangalore to Hampi

Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Bangalore in the morning. Drive from Bangalore to Hosapete (about 326 km, 6 hrs 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Hosapete. Drive north via Chitradurga to Hosapete. In the late afternoon, visit the Virupaksha temple in the Hampi bazaar and climb Hemakuta hill for the sunset over the temples. Overnight stay in Hosapete.

  1. 1

    Virupaksha Temple

    The living temple of Hampi, with a 50 m gopuram and a temple elephant.

  2. 2

    Hemakuta Hill

    A rocky hill of small temples above the bazaar, the classic sunset point.

Day 2

Vittala Temple, the royal centre and New Year's Eve

Start at the Vittala temple with its stone chariot and musical pillars, then walk along the river to the King's Balance. After lunch, see the Royal Enclosure with the Mahanavami platform and stepped tank, the Hazara Rama temple, the Lotus Mahal and the Elephant Stables. End with a coracle ride on the Tungabhadra if time allows, then back to the hotel for New Year's Eve dinner. Overnight stay in Hosapete.

  1. 1

    Vittala Temple

    The finest temple of Hampi, with the stone chariot and the musical pillars of its hall.

  2. 2

    Royal Enclosure

    The palace area with the Mahanavami Dibba platform and the Stepped Tank.

  3. 3

    Lotus Mahal and Elephant Stables

    A two-storey pavilion of the royal women and a row of domed stables for the state elephants.

  4. 4

    Coracle ride

    A ride in a round basket boat on the Tungabhadra among the boulders.

Day 3

First sunrise of the year and back to Bangalore

Start before dawn to climb Matanga hill (about 30 minutes up rocky steps) for the first sunrise of the year over the ruins, or watch it from Hemakuta hill if you prefer an easy walk. After breakfast, check out and drive back. Drive from Hosapete to Bangalore (about 325 km, 6 hrs 30 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Bangalore. The tour ends here.

  1. 1

    Matanga Hill

    The highest point in the centre of Hampi, with the finest sunrise view over the ruins.

Tour Overview

Hampi was Vijayanagara, the capital of one of the greatest empires of medieval India, and its temples, bazaars and palaces lie scattered over a landscape of giant boulders along the Tungabhadra.

New Year Tour: 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend)

December and January are the best months for Hampi: the boulders are cool enough to climb, the sky is clear for sunrise and sunset, and the river is full after the rains. Spending New Year's Eve (Thursday 31 December 2026) here means a calm evening and the first sunrise of 2027 over the ruins from Matanga or Hemakuta hill.

This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Bangalore. The route runs Bangalore → Hosapete → Bangalore, about 651 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 Hampi New Year Tour from Bangalore

  • Virupaksha Temple
  • Hemakuta Hill
  • Vittala Temple
  • Royal Enclosure
  • Lotus Mahal and Elephant Stables
  • Coracle ride
  • Matanga Hill

Inclusions in the Hampi New Year Tour Package

  • 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
  • All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
  • AC cab from Bangalore 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 Hampi New Year 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 Hampi New Year Tour

Best time to visit: October–February

Travel window: 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend)

Route: Bangalore → Hosapete → Bangalore (about 651 km in all)

Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Hosapete and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.

Before you go: Hampi is a protected UNESCO World Heritage site, so there are no loud parties among the ruins; New Year's Eve dinners are at the hotels in Hosapete and Kamalapura and are paid separately. The coracle rides and the boat across the Tungabhadra run only in daylight.

Hotels: 3-star hotel in Hosapete, or similar.

Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train

Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Bangalore. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.

Persons Cab Bus Train
2₹13,660₹10,250₹10,010
3₹11,030₹9,220₹8,980
4–7₹9,810₹8,100₹7,860
8–10₹9,020₹7,590₹7,350
11–12₹7,650₹7,000₹6,760

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 Hosapete and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.

Route Map

Locating stops on the map…

Top Attractions

Virupaksha Temple

Virupaksha Temple

This ancient Shiva temple, also known as the Pampapathi Temple, has been a living place of worship since well before the Vijayanagara Empire was founded. Its nine-tiered eastern gopuram rises about 50 meters and is a landmark of Hampi, with the sanctum housing a linga of Virupaksha. The temple remains active, with daily rituals and festivals, making it a spiritual heart of the ruins.

1-2 hours Free entry; special darshan or camera fees may applyOpen daily: 5:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Hemakuta Hill

Hemakuta Hill

Hemakuta Hill is a rocky plateau dotted with dozens of small temples, shrines, and monolithic sculptures, many predating the Vijayanagara Empire. It offers panoramic views over the Virupaksha Temple, Hampi Bazaar, and the Tungabhadra River, making it a popular spot for sunset. The hill also contains the famous Sasivekalu Ganesha and Kadalekalu Ganesha statues, carved from single boulders.

1-2 hours (especially for sunset) Free entryOpen daily: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM (no official closing, but best visited during daylight)
Vittala Temple

Vittala Temple

The finest temple of Hampi, with the stone chariot and the musical pillars of its hall.

Royal Enclosure

Royal Enclosure

The palace area with the Mahanavami Dibba platform and the Stepped Tank.

Lotus Mahal and Elephant Stables

Lotus Mahal and Elephant Stables

A two-storey pavilion of the royal women and a row of domed stables for the state elephants.

Coracle ride

Coracle ride

A ride in a round basket boat on the Tungabhadra among the boulders.

Matanga Hill

Matanga Hill

The highest point in the centre of Hampi, with the finest sunrise view over the ruins.

Who Is This Tour For

Pilgrims & Spiritual Travellers: A devotional trip built around temple visits and sacred sites, at a relaxed, unhurried pace.
Comfortably fits a 3-day/2-night trip for couples, families or small groups.
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Best Time to Visit

October–February is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.

How to Reach

Pickup Point: Hotel or home
Approx. Distance: 651 km

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 Bangalore 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

3-star hotel in Hosapete (or similar)

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

Travel window: 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend)

Route: Bangalore → Hosapete → Bangalore (about 651 km in all)

Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Hosapete and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.

Before you go: Hampi is a protected UNESCO World Heritage site, so there are no loud parties among the ruins; New Year's Eve dinners are at the hotels in Hosapete and Kamalapura and are paid separately. The coracle rides and the boat across the Tungabhadra run only in daylight.

Hotels: 3-star hotel in Hosapete, or similar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you go

3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Bangalore on day 1 and you are back in Bangalore on day 3. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.

Bangalore → Hosapete → Bangalore. That is about 651 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.

For 2 persons it is ₹10,010 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹6,760 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 Bangalore 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 Hosapete and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.

This package is planned for 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend). Book early: hotels fill up fast in this season.

Hampi is a protected UNESCO World Heritage site, so there are no loud parties among the ruins; New Year's Eve dinners are at the hotels in Hosapete and Kamalapura and are paid separately. The coracle rides and the boat across the Tungabhadra run only in daylight.

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