Vijayapura Tour Package from Pune (3 Days)
3-day Vijayapura tour from Pune: Vijayapura. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹6,740 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
18° – 29°C
November in Vijayapura

Description
3-day Vijayapura tour from Pune: Vijayapura. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹6,740 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 9 handpicked stops, including Gol Gumbaz, Gagan Mahal, Bara Kaman 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 Vijayapura. 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 Vijayapura
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 16°C – 38°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Gol Gumbaz and the citadel
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Pune in the morning. Drive from Pune to Vijayapura (about 322 km, 6 hrs 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Vijayapura. See the Gol Gumbaz, the 17th-century tomb of Mohammed Adil Shah, whose dome is among the largest in the world; a whisper in its gallery echoes many times over. Then walk through the old citadel: the Gagan Mahal, the Asar Mahal and the Bara Kaman, and climb the Upli Burj watchtower to see the huge Malik-e-Maidan cannon on its bastion. Overnight stay in Vijayapura.
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 Vijayapura
322 km · ~6h 46m · About 6h 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 & refuel near MhaswadAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
172 km · 3h 26m drive from previous stop
Arrive in VijayapuraVijayapura, 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 Vijayapura
322 km · ~7h 9m · 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 → Vijayapura
AC Seater / Volvo · ~322 km
~7h 9m|Tentative fare ₹350–₹950
Usual tea / meal halts: Mhaswad (~170 km)
- Arrive in Vijayapura
Vijayapura, 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 Vijayapura
Nearest railway stations: Pune Jn for Pune, Bijapur for Vijayapura.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 8h 52m in total
Change trains at Solapur Jn — about 2h 30m wait
1 change · 9h 16m in total
Change trains at Aherwadi — about 1h 42m wait
1 change · 10h 10m in total
Change trains at Tilati — about 2h 3m 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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Gol Gumbaz
A giant domed tomb with a whispering gallery.
- 2
Gagan Mahal
An Adil Shahi palace with a huge central arch.
- 3
Bara Kaman
The unfinished tomb of Ali Adil Shah II.
- 4
Malik-e-Maidan
One of the largest medieval cannons, on a city bastion.
Ibrahim Rauza and the Jama Masjid
Spend the morning at the Ibrahim Rauza, the tomb and mosque of Ibrahim Adil Shah II on one plinth, whose fine carving and slender minarets are said to have inspired the Taj Mahal. See the Jama Masjid with its painted mihrab and the Taj Bawdi step-well, then walk the old bazaar in the evening. Overnight stay in Vijayapura.
- 1
Ibrahim Rauza
A tomb and mosque of rare grace, built about 1626.
- 2
Jama Masjid, Vijayapura
A large Adil Shahi mosque with a gilded mihrab.
- 3
Taj Bawdi
A big stepped water tank of the Adil Shahi city.
Almatti dam and back
Drive to the Almatti dam on the Krishna and its terraced gardens, or to Basavana Bagewadi, the birthplace of the 12th-century reformer Basavanna. Then head home. Drive from Vijayapura to Pune (about 319 km, 6 hrs 30 min), 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: Vijayapura to Pune
319 km · ~6h 43m · About 6h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Vijayapura
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near MhaswadAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
169 km · 3h 23m 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: Vijayapura to Pune
319 km · ~7h 5m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Vijayapura
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Vijayapura. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Vijayapura → Pune
AC Seater / Volvo · ~319 km
~7h 5m|Tentative fare ₹350–₹940
Usual tea / meal halts: Mhaswad (~170 km)
- 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: Vijayapura to Pune
Nearest railway stations: Bijapur for Vijayapura, Pune Jn for Pune.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 8h in total
Change trains at Hotgi — about 1h 51m wait
1 change · 8h 28m in total
Change trains at Hotgi — about 2h 6m wait
1 change · 9h 57m in total
Change trains at Hotgi — about 2h 39m 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.
- 1
Almatti Dam
A large dam on the Krishna with gardens below it.
- 2
Basavana Bagewadi
The birthplace of Basavanna.
Tour Overview
Vijayapura (Bijapur), the city of the Adil Shahi sultans: the Gol Gumbaz and its whispering gallery, the graceful Ibrahim Rauza, the Malik-e-Maidan cannon, palaces, mosques and step-wells, and the Almatti dam on the Krishna.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Pune. The route runs Pune → Vijayapura → Pune, about 641 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 Vijayapura Tour from Pune
- Gol Gumbaz
- Gagan Mahal
- Bara Kaman
- Malik-e-Maidan
- Ibrahim Rauza
- Jama Masjid, Vijayapura
- Taj Bawdi
- Almatti Dam
Inclusions in the Vijayapura 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 Vijayapura 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 Vijayapura Tour
Best time to visit: October–February
Route: Pune → Vijayapura → Pune (about 641 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Vijayapura and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: The ASI monuments charge small entry fees. Summers (April–May) are very hot; sightseeing is best early and late in the day.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Vijayapura, 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 | ₹13,660 | ₹10,230 | ₹9,990 |
| 33 Persons | ₹11,030 | ₹9,200 | ₹8,970 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹9,810 | ₹8,080 | ₹7,840 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹9,020 | ₹7,570 | ₹7,330 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹7,650 | ₹6,980 | ₹6,740 |
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 Vijayapura and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Route Map
Top Attractions
Gol Gumbaz
The mausoleum of Mohammed Adil Shah, completed around 1656, is crowned by one of the largest unsupported domes in the world. Its famous whispering gallery carries a whisper across the vast interior, making it an acoustic marvel and a highlight of Deccan Islamic architecture.
Gagan Mahal
An Adil Shahi palace with a huge central arch.
Bara Kaman
The roofless ruin of Ali Adil Shah II's intended mausoleum, with twelve towering stone arches standing in silent testimony to an unfinished dream. Construction was abandoned when the Adil Shahi dynasty fell to the Mughals in the late 17th century, leaving a hauntingly beautiful shell.
Malik-e-Maidan
A colossal 16th-century bronze cannon cast in 1549, among the largest of its kind ever made. Mounted on the Sherza Burj bastion, it was brought to Bijapur as war booty and remains a striking symbol of the sultanate's military might.
Ibrahim Rauza
This elegant mausoleum-mosque complex, completed around 1626, is renowned for its perfect symmetry and intricate stone carving. Often called the 'Taj of the Deccan', it showcases the refined artistry of the Adil Shahi period.
Jama Masjid, Vijayapura
A large Adil Shahi mosque with a gilded mihrab.
Taj Bawdi
A big stepped water tank of the Adil Shahi city.
Almatti Dam
A large dam on the Krishna with gardens below it.
Basavana Bagewadi
The birthplace of Basavanna.
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 → Vijayapura → Pune (about 641 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Vijayapura and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: The ASI monuments charge small entry fees. Summers (April–May) are very hot; sightseeing is best early and late in the day.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Vijayapura, 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 → Vijayapura → Pune. That is about 641 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹9,990 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹6,740 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 Vijayapura and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–February.
The ASI monuments charge small entry fees. Summers (April–May) are very hot; sightseeing is best early and late in the day.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
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