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House No. 1/18, Top Floor, DDA Flats, Madangir, New Delhi 110062 Mob +91-9810491508 Email- [email protected] About the tour: This historic tour begins in I Tech city Bangalore and proceed to the former princely state Mysore rich in Imperial heritage. Visit intrinsically Hindu collection of temples at Belure, Halebidu, Hampi, Badami, Aihole & Pattadakal, to see some of India's most intricate historical stone carvings. At the end unwind yourself in Goa, renowned for its endless beaches, places of worship & world heritage architecture. Outline Itinerary Day 01; Arrive Bangalore Day 02: Bangalore - Mysore (145kms/ 3hrs approx) Day 03: Mysore - Srirangapatna - Shravanabelagola - Hassan (140kms/ 3hrs approx) Day 04; Hassan – Belur – Halebidu – Hospet/ Hampi (310kms – 6-7hrs approx) Day 05; Hospet & Hampi Day 06; Hospet - Lakkundi – Gadag – Badami (130kms/ 3hrs approx) Day 07; Badami – Aihole – Pattadakal – Badami (80kms/ round) Day 08; Badami – Goa (250kms/ 5hrs approx) Day 09; Goa Day 10; Goa Day 11; Goa – Departure

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Page 1: About the tourHouse No. 1/18, Top Floor, DDA Flats, Madangir, New Delhi 110062 Mob +91-9810491508 Email- info@agoravoyages.com About the tour: This historic tour begins in I Tech city

House No. 1/18, Top Floor, DDA Flats, Madangir, New Delhi 110062 Mob +91-9810491508 Email- [email protected]

About the tour:

This historic tour begins in I Tech city Bangalore and proceed to the former princely state Mysore rich in

Imperial heritage. Visit intrinsically Hindu collection of temples at Belure, Halebidu, Hampi, Badami, Aihole

& Pattadakal, to see some of India's most intricate historical stone carvings. At the end unwind yourself in

Goa, renowned for its endless beaches, places of worship & world heritage architecture.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01; Arrive Bangalore

Day 02: Bangalore - Mysore (145kms/ 3hrs approx)

Day 03: Mysore - Srirangapatna - Shravanabelagola - Hassan (140kms/ 3hrs approx)

Day 04; Hassan – Belur – Halebidu – Hospet/ Hampi (310kms – 6-7hrs approx)

Day 05; Hospet & Hampi

Day 06; Hospet - Lakkundi – Gadag – Badami (130kms/ 3hrs approx)

Day 07; Badami – Aihole – Pattadakal – Badami (80kms/ round)

Day 08; Badami – Goa (250kms/ 5hrs approx)

Day 09; Goa

Day 10; Goa

Day 11; Goa – Departure

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Price details:

Price using 3 star hotels valid from 1st October 2018 till 31st March 2019

(5% Summer discount available from 1st April till travel being completed before 30th September 2018 on 3star hotels price)

Particular

Per person price sharing DOUBLE/

TWIN rooms

Per person price sharing TRIPLE (room

with extra bed) rooms

Per person price staying in SINGLE

rooms

Currency INR Euro USD INR Euro USD INR Euro USD

1 person N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A ₹180,797 € 2,260 $2,825

2 person ₹96,680 € 1,208 $1,511 N/A N/A N/A ₹117,007 € 1,463 $1,828

3 person ₹78,815 € 985 $1,231 ₹75,351 € 942 $1,177 ₹99,142 € 1,239 $1,549

4 person ₹75,242 € 941 $1,176 ₹71,778 € 897 $1,122 ₹95,569 € 1,195 $1,493

5 person ₹66,771 € 835 $1,043 ₹63,307 € 791 $989 ₹87,098 € 1,089 $1,361

6 person ₹62,712 € 784 $980 ₹59,248 € 741 $926 ₹83,039 € 1,038 $1,297

7 person ₹58,452 € 731 $913 ₹54,988 € 687 $859 ₹78,779 € 985 $1,231

8 person ₹55,796 € 697 $872 ₹52,332 € 654 $818 ₹76,123 € 952 $1,189

9 person ₹53,251 € 666 $832 ₹49,786 € 622 $778 ₹73,577 € 920 $1,150

10 person ₹51,214 € 640 $800 ₹47,750 € 597 $746 ₹71,541 € 894 $1,118

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Child 5-11yrs With Extra bed in parents room ₹22,497 / € 281 / $352

Child below 5yrs Free sharing parents bed

Optional service Dinner at hotel per person ₹7,614 / € 95 / $119

Additional night

in Bangalore ₹2,484 € 31 $39 ₹4,575 € 57 $71 ₹6,405 € 80 $100

Price using 4 star hotels valid from 1st October 2018 till 31st March 2019

(7% Summer discount available from 1st April till travel being completed before 30th September 2018 on 4star hotels price)

Particular

Per person price sharing DOUBLE/

TWIN rooms

Per person price sharing TRIPLE (room

with extra bed) rooms

Per person price staying in SINGLE

rooms

Currency INR Euro USD INR Euro USD INR Euro USD

1 person N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A ₹207,333 € 2,592 $3,240

2 person ₹110,078 € 1,376 $1,720 N/A N/A N/A ₹143,542 € 1,794 $2,243

3 person ₹92,214 € 1,153 $1,441 ₹88,164 € 1,102 $1,378 ₹125,678 € 1,571 $1,964

4 person ₹88,641 € 1,108 $1,385 ₹84,591 € 1,057 $1,322 ₹122,105 € 1,526 $1,908

5 person ₹80,170 € 1,002 $1,253 ₹76,120 € 952 $1,189 ₹113,634 € 1,420 $1,776

6 person ₹76,111 € 951 $1,189 ₹72,061 € 901 $1,126 ₹109,575 € 1,370 $1,712

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7 person ₹71,851 € 898 $1,123 ₹67,801 € 848 $1,059 ₹105,315 € 1,316 $1,646

8 person ₹69,194 € 865 $1,081 ₹65,145 € 814 $1,018 ₹102,658 € 1,283 $1,604

9 person ₹66,649 € 833 $1,041 ₹62,600 € 782 $978 ₹100,113 € 1,251 $1,564

10 person ₹64,613 € 808 $1,010 ₹60,563 € 757 $946 ₹98,077 € 1,226 $1,532

Child with bed With Extra bed in parents room ₹34,139 / € 427 / $533

Child below 5yrs Free sharing parents bed

Optional service Dinner at hotel per person ₹9,850 / € 123 / $154

Additional night

in Bangalore ₹3,856 € 48 $60 ₹7,712 € 96 $121 ₹10,000 € 125 $156

Price using 5 star hotels valid from 1st October 2018 till 31st March 2019

(10% Summer discount available from 1st April till travel being completed before 30th September 2018 on 5star hotels price)

Particular

Per person price sharing DOUBLE/

TWIN rooms

Per person price sharing TRIPLE (room

with extra bed) rooms

Per person price staying in SINGLE

rooms

Currency INR Euro USD INR Euro USD INR Euro USD

1 person N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A ₹260,248 € 3,253 $4,066

2 person ₹143,235 € 1,790 $2,238 N/A N/A N/A ₹201,556 € 2,519 $3,149

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3 person ₹120,272 € 1,503 $1,879 ₹109,244 € 1,366 $1,707 ₹178,593 € 2,232 $2,791

4 person ₹116,699 € 1,459 $1,823 ₹105,671 € 1,321 $1,651 ₹175,020 € 2,188 $2,735

5 person ₹108,229 € 1,353 $1,691 ₹97,201 € 1,215 $1,519 ₹166,549 € 2,082 $2,602

6 person ₹104,170 € 1,302 $1,628 ₹93,142 € 1,164 $1,455 ₹162,490 € 2,031 $2,539

7 person ₹99,909 € 1,249 $1,561 ₹88,882 € 1,111 $1,389 ₹158,230 € 1,978 $2,472

8 person ₹97,253 € 1,216 $1,520 ₹86,225 € 1,078 $1,347 ₹155,574 € 1,945 $2,431

9 person ₹94,708 € 1,184 $1,480 ₹83,680 € 1,046 $1,308 ₹153,028 € 1,913 $2,391

10 person ₹92,672 € 1,158 $1,448 ₹81,644 € 1,021 $1,276 ₹150,992 € 1,887 $2,359

Child with bed With Extra bed in parents room ₹41,263 / € 516 / $645

Child below 5yrs Free sharing parents bed

Optional service Dinner at hotel per person ₹15,333 / € 192 / $240

Additional night

in Bangalore ₹9,804 € 123 $153 ₹19,608 € 245 $306 ₹7,625 € 95 $119

Note: Euro & USD prices are subject to change in case of any fluctuation in currency exchange rate. Please check the currency

exchange rate of the day for exact price in your currency. In any case our INR price will remain unchanged and shall be treated

as final price.

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Included in price:

Garland welcome and assistance of our office representative at airport

10 nights/ 11 days accommodation in below mentioned hotels or similar

Daily breakfast at hotel.

Bottled drinking water in car

Private English speaking guide in each cities on sightseeing days.

Private Chauffer driven air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfers, sightseeing &

excursion as per program.

01 Time monument entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary.

Applicable GST (Government taxes)

Not Included in price:

Any flight ticket (international/ domestic)

Any insurance

Main meal e.g. lunch & dinner unless mentioned in price includes OR supplement for same is

opted.

Personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone, internet, etc.

Anything else not mentioned in the itinerary or under "Includes"

Hotels used or similar in above price

Day City 3* Hotels 4* Hotels 5* Hotels

1 Bangalore Ramada/ The Rialto

Fortune Select JP Cosmos/ Lemon

Tree Premier Ulsoor Lake

ITC Gardenia, a Luxury

Collection/ ITC Windsor a

Luxury Collection

2 Bangalore Ramada/ The Rialto

Fortune Select JP Cosmos/ Lemon

Tree Premier Ulsoor Lake

ITC Gardenia, a Luxury

Collection/ ITC Windsor a

Luxury Collection

3 Hassan

Candy Southern Star/

Pavanputra Resort & Spa Hosyala Village Resort/ The Ashok

Hosyala Village Resort/ The

Ashok

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4

Hospet/

Hampi

Krishna Palace/ Kishkinda

Heritage Resort Heritage Resort/ Malligi Hotel Hyatt Place/ Hampi Boulders

5

Hospet/

Hampi

Krishna Palace/ Kishkinda

Heritage Resort Heritage Resort/ Malligi Hotel Hyatt Place/ Hampi Boulders

6 Badami

Krishna Heritage/ The

Heritage Resort Badami Court/ Krishna Heritage

Badami Court/ Krishna

Heritage

7 Badami

Rajsangam Hotel/ The

Heritage Resort Badami Court/ Krishna Heritage

Badami Court/ Krishna

Heritage

8 Goa

Varca Le Palm/ Lambana

Resort

Baywatch Resort/ The Fern

Beiramar Resort

Zuri Varca Goa White Sand

Resort & Casino/ Alila Diwa

Goa

9 Goa

Varca Le Palm/ Lambana

Resort

Lemon Tree Hotel Candolim/ The

Chances Resort & Casino

Zuri Varca Goa White Sand

Resort & Casino/ Alila Diwa

Goa

10 Goa

Varca Le Palm/ Lambana

Resort

Lemon Tree Hotel Candolim/ The

Chances Resort & Casino

Zuri Varca Goa White Sand

Resort & Casino/ Alila Diwa

Goa

11 Departure

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 01; Arrive Bangalore

Arrive Bangalore international airport by flight meet with our office representative assistance and

transfer to hotel. (Hotel check in/ out time 1200hrs afternoon early check in subject to rooms

availability). Rest time free and easy for personal activities relax. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02; Bangalore – Mysore (150kms/ 3hrs approx.)

Breakfast at hotel sightseeing in Bangalore. Visit Lal Bagh Garden:

Hyder Ali laid out this famous botanical garden and his son added

horticultural wealth to them by importing trees and plants from

several countries. The garden today houses over 1000 species of

flora which include rare and enchanting collection of tropical plants,

trees and herbs. The Bangalore Palace & Fort: The Bangalore Fort

was built by Kempe Gowda and expanded by Tippu Sultan. Within its

walls is the well preserved 16th century Ganapathi Temple. The Bangalore Palace was built by a

Wodeyar king in 1887 on the 400 acre space. Inspired by the Windsor castle, this palace was built

in the Tudor style, complete with Gothic windows, foiled windows, battlements and turrets

resembling the Daria Daulat Palace in Srirangapatanam, this summer palace has been constructed

largely of wood and is famous for its carving and paintings.

After sightseeing drive to Mysore check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Mysore - Srirangapatna - Shravanabelagola - Hassan (140kms/ 3hrs approx)

Breakfast at hotel, visit Mysore Palace built in 1911, the piece of harmonious synthesis of the

Hindu and saracenic styles of architecture with archways, domes turrets, colonnades and sculptures

which are magnificent. The palaces and royal garden of Mysore, ‘The Jewel of Karnataka’, provide

glimpses of its past grandeur. Thus the Maharaja’s Palace is one of the largest in the country,

embellished with stained glass and domes and turrets giving it an ethereal air. Visit Chamundi Hill

lies just outside the city and is topped by a temple to Chamundi, the Rajas chosen deity. Half way up

the hill, sits a huge granite statue of Nandi, the bull, Lord Shiva’s vehicle, and the route is dotted

with other minor shrines. Srirangapatnam fort the stronghold of Tippu Sultan. Tippu made a last

minute ditch Against the British in 1799 before surrendering his kingdom. Among the many fort

buildings still intact, are Tippu’s Airy summer palace and his tomb at the Darya Daulat Bagh

(garden). Daria Daulat Bagh: Built in 1784, this Summer Palace was one of Tipu's favourite retreats.

It stands on a raised platform at a height of 1.5 metres. The Bagh is situated on the banks of

Cauvery river has treasured the paintings, engraving, arms that depict the Valant victories and

Struggles of Tipu Sultan. The structure made of teak, this Indo-Saracenic structure has ornate

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and beautiful frescoes. The corridors showcase murals which describe Tipu’s ordeals in the

battlefield against the British.

Later drive to Hassan, en route visit Shravanabelagola one of the most important Jain pilgrim

enters. It is also one of the oldest where a 17m high naked of Lord

Bahubali (gomteshwara) - the world's tallest monolithic statue, is placed. It

is situated on the picturesque Vindhyagiri Hill overlooking the town. Every

12 years, Jain pilgrims gather here to participate in the colorful Maha

Mastakabhisheka of the Lord, the splendid head-anointing ceremony. From

especially erected scaffolding, priests pour hundreds of pots containing

curds, milk, honey, vermilion, coconut water, turmeric paste and even gold

and precious jewels over the 1000 years old statue’s head. Karnataka has

some important Jain pilgrim centers. Some of the important among them are: Karkala and Venur

with huge Gomateswara statues; Mudabidri with the thousand Pillars Basadi; Humcha with an

ancient Jain Mutt; and Narasimharajapura and Belgaum with Jain basadis. Continue drive to Hassan,

check in at hotel.

Day 04; Hassan – Belur – Halebidu – Hospet/ Hampi (310kms – 6-7hrs approx)

Breakfast at hotel, drive to Hospet. Enroute visit Belur and Halebidu the ancient capital of the

Hoysala Kings.

Visit the Chennakesava Temple at Belur, the exquisite sculptors cover the exterior with the

friezes. The line of 650 elephants surrounds the base, with of

rows of figures and foliage above. The detail of 38 female figures

is perfect. Later on proceed to Halebid to visit the Hoysalesvara

Temple, set in lawns, has two shrines dedicated to Siva with a

Nandi Bull facing each. The largest of the Hoysala temples, it was

started in 1121 but remained unfinished 86 years later, also visit

the Jain bastis. On arrival check in at hotel, rest time for personal

activities relax. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05; Hospet & Hampi

Breakfast at hotel, full day to visit Hampi, nestled within the ruins of medieval city of Vijayanagar

in the state of Karnataka, on the banks of the Tungabhadra river. Set in a surreal and beautiful

boulder-strewn landscape, Vijayanagara (the City of Victory) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and

although the city was destroyed by marauding Moghul invanders in the 16th century, much of it

remains today. The vast site of monuments and ruins, a mute witness to an ear of glories, triumphs

and tragedies. The ruins of Hampi are so majestic and imposing that they leave the visitor totally

dumbfounded, awestruck and humbled.

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Vittala Temple; this temple complex dedicated to Vittala, a form of the Hindu god Vishnu is an

architectural highlight of Hampi. This temple campus contains

many halls and shrines. The halls are noted for its

extraordinary pillars with the animated carvings on it. A set

of pillars, known as ‘musical pillars’, resonates when tapped. A

huge stone chariot complete with wheels carved out of stone

stands in front of the main temple. The environment of this

temple is packed with numerous smaller but ornate temples

and a wide chariot street of the temple. Virupaksha Temple; dedicated to the Hindu god of

destruction is located at a riverbank. Virupaksha temple is believed to be one of the oldest active

temples (from 7th century AD) in India. This is a place equally sought-after by the tourists and the

pilgrims. The temple complex consists of the god’s sanctum, pillared halls and a series of giant

entrance towers. This is one of the fine places to witness the Hindu religious functions in close

proximity.

Royal Enclosure; The seat of the erstwhile kings, this is a fortified campus. Royal enclosure is a

sprawling area with the ruins of many stately structures. For example the Mahanavami Platform

from where the king used to watch the annual parade of imperial majesty and military might. The

area is packed with numerous palace bases, underground temple, aquatic structures and the likes.

Riverside Ruins; the path that connects the ancient Hampi Bazaar to the Vittala temple. Numerous

shrines, carved artifacts, ruins of ancient structures are scattered all around along this path. For

example the 1008 and 1008 Siva lings carved in a matrix like pattern on a sheet of boulder at the

river shore.

Hemakuta Hill Temples; basically an expanse of rocky sheets with interesting undulations. A large

number of pre Vijayanagara (the empire) temples of note are located in this hilltop. The highlights

are the sets of triple chambered temples with its pyramid like granite roofs. This is an important

mythological site in the local folklore. That explains the density of such temples on this hill.

Kadalekalu Ganesha; a giant statue of the elephant headed Hindu god Ganesha. According to Hindu

Mythology, Ganesha is the god who is responsible for removing obstructions! This 4.6 meters (14

feet) tall sculpture id carved in situ on the slops of the Hemakuta Hill. The tall slender granite

pillars with many mythological themes carved decorated the front hall of this shrine. Kadalekalu

means gram seed in local language. The shape of this statue was the reason for this witty name for

a god’s statue.

Sasivekalu Ganesha; is a giant statue of Ganesha located inside an open pavilion. The potbelly of the

god is in the shape of mustard seed and hence the name (Sasivekalu means of mustard seed in the

local language). This four handed god is a fine example of the Vijayanagara’s artistic skills. Krishna

Temple; dedicated to lord Krishna, one of the ten incarnations of lord Vishnu. In Hindu mythology

Krishna is known for his romantic encounters and political shrewdness! This temple was actually

dedicated to the lord in his infant (crawling) form. The complex consists of the main shrine, shrines

of the goddesses, the chariot/market street and the temple tank. The main hall spots a series of

pillars carved with mythical rampant creatures. Lakshmi Narasimha; giant monolithic statue of the

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man-lion god is the largest icon in Hampi. Narasimha which is one of the ten avatars (incarnation) of

lord Vishnu is depicted in a cross-legged seated position. It’s believed that the original image

contained his consort Lakshmi sitting on his lap. This image was destroyed during the enemy

invasion. Currently only a hand of the goddess resting on his waist can be seen. Queen’s bath;

structure belongs to the royal area of the capital. Probably used by the courtly ladies or the king

himself, this looks like an indoor aquatic complex. A large veranda with protruding balconies all

around faces the central pool. This is one of the typical example of the Indo-Islamic hybrid

architecture.

Day 06; Hospet - Lakkundi – Gadag – Badami (130kms/ 3hrs approx)

Breakfast at hotel drive to Badami enroute visit Lakkundi & Gadag.

Lakkundi is a place of antiquarian interest with as many as 50 temples, 101

stepped wells (called Kalyani or Pushkarni) and 29 inscriptions, spread

over the period of the later Chalukyas, Kalachuris, Seuna and the

Hoysalas. A great center of Kalyani Chalukyas art, there are several

temples of note here. Among them Kasivisvesvara temple, Lakkundi is the

most ornate and elaborately furnished. There is also a Jain Temple

dedicated to Mahavira, the largest and oldest shrines at Lakkundi. There

is sculpture gallery (Museum) maintained by the ASI (Archaeological Survey of India). Lakkundi also

has a Darga of Zindeshah Wali.

The Gadag style of Architecture marked by ornate pillars with intricate sculpture originated during

the period of the Western Chalukya king Someswara I, and it flourished for a period of 150 years

(During 1050 to 1200 CE) during which about 50 temples were built. Some of the examples are The

Trikuteshwara temple (complex) at Gadag, Kasivisvesvara temple, Lakkundi, Doddabasappa Temple

at Dambal, Amriteshwara temple at Annigeri.

On arrival check in at hotel. Later sightseeing tour of Badami rich with Hindu and Jain temples

carved out of sandstone hills. Badami, the capital of early Chalukyas is picturesquely situated at the

mouth of a ravine between two rocky hills. Afternoon we make a short drive to visit the Cave

temples – dedicated to Vishnu and Shiva. Climb a flight of steps to reach the ancient caves – all

hewn out of sand stone on the precipice of a hill. Enter the first cave temple –past Shiva’s

doorkeepers and there he is! The eighteen –armed Nataraja striking 81 dance poses. The largest

and most ornamental is the third cave temple dedicated to Vishnu. Here are some splendid carvings

of the Hindu pantheon. Narasimha – the half man half lion avatar of Vishnu, Hari Hara, the

composite god who is half Siva and half Vishnu… There are also some paintings on the ceiling and

wonderful bracket figures on the piers. Overlooking the cave temples is a reservoir and also visit

the Bhootha Natha temples that lend their name to the lake just beneath the cave temples. Take a

dip in this green tranquil lake. It is said to have healing properties. Overnight at hotel.

Day 07; Badami – Aihole – Pattadakal – Badami (80kms/ round)

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Breakfast at hotel, full day excursion to visit Aihole & Pattadakal.

Aihole UNESCO World heritage site; famous as the ‘Cradle of Indian Temple Architecture’, Aihole

has over 100 temples scattered around the village. Wherever one looks, it’s temples that meet the

eyes. Intricately carved, rich in detail, quiet and peaceful. Mute witnesses of a bygone era. Visit the

oldest temple here is, perhaps, the Lad Khan temple dating back to the 5th century. On the roof of

the temple is another shrine-like vimana. The Durga (Fort)Temple is notable for its semi-circular

apse, elevated plinth and the gallery that encircles the sanctum. The interior is filled with

fascinating carvings. Dating back to the 6th century the Ravalphadi Cave – Temple celebrates the

many forms of Siva. Not-to-be-missed is the Konthi Temple Complex (Kwanthi Gudi), the Uma

Maheshwari Temple, the Jain Meguti Temple and the two-storied Buddhist Temple. Climb up

the stairs and you’ll come across a tranquil, smiling Buddha carved on the ceiling.

Pattadakal, a world Heritage centre, it has 10 major temples representing early Chalukyan

architecture. Visit the biggest Temple here is

dedicated to Virupaksha. Enclosed in a large

quadrangle surrounded by small cells, it has a

massive gateway and several inscriptions.

Besides scenes from the Ramayana and

Mahabaratha, there is a wonderful carving

designed to look like an elephant from one side

and a buffalo from the other. In front of the temple is a majestic 2.6 metres high Nandi made of

deep green stone and is covered in a red floral cape. Stop now at the Malliarjuna and Papanatha

temples- dedicatedly chiselled and rich in detail. The inner hall of the Papanatha temple is guarded

by Nandi and Virabhadra. There are 16 pillars in the main hall with beautiful carvings. Besides

these temples is a group of temples remarkable primarily, for representing two chief styles of

Indian architecture, side by side. The detailed descriptions in the sculptors of the temples give an

insight into the social life to those days.

Rest time free and easy for personal activities relax. Overnight at hotel.

Day 08; Badami – Goa (250kms/ 5hrs approx)

Breakfast at hotel drive to Goa check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy for personal activities

relax on the beach. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09; Goa

Breakfast at hotel full day combined city tour of Churches & Temples of

Goa.

Visit North Goa Churches; Basilica of Bom Jesus- A World Heritage

Site, Preserved body of St. Francis Xavier constructed around 1695.

The Basilica of Bom Jesus is famous for the preserved mortal remains

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of St. Francis Xavier. Se Cathedral- Largest church in Asia, giant bells and exquisite architecture.

Se Cathedral of Goa is dedicated to St. Catherine of Alexandria. Church of St. Francis of Assisi:

A stunning and charming building, architecture has a combination of Hindu and Christian elements.

The Church of St. Francis of Assisi of Goa was built during 1517-1521 AD. Church of St Augustine

Ruins- 46 meter high tower, the church was built in 1602 with the combined efforts of 12

Augustinians. They also built a convent besides the church. Church of Marry Immaculate

Conception- one of the most famous landmarks of Goa. This church is supposed to be one of the

earliest churches to be constructed in Goa.

Shree Manguesh- This famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is located on a hillock surrounded

by lush green hills. Though small, it has an air of distinctive elegance. Its lofty white tower at the

entrance is a countryside landmark. Shree Mahalsa- A short distance away from the Shri

Mangueshi temple, the deity worshipped here is an attribute to Vishnu. Rest time free & easy for

personal activities relax on the beach. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10; Goa

Breakfast at hotel day free and easy for personal

activities relax on the beach. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11; Goa – Departure

Breakfast at hotel as per your flight schedule transfer to

airport to board flight for your onward destination

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Deposit of 25% of the package cost at the time of booking.

Deposit of 50% of the package cost, 30 days prior to arrival date

Deposit of 100% of the package cost, 7 days prior to arrival date

Cancellation policy:

Note: Written cancellation will accept on all working days, except Sunday, Any cancellation sent on

Sunday's will be considered on next working day (Monday).

For the X-mas and new year period from 20 Dec to 05 Jan the payment is non-refundable.

In case you cancel the trip after commencement, refund would be restricted to a limited amount

only which too would depend on the amount that we would be able to recover from the hoteliers/

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contractors we patronize. For unused hotel accommodation, chartered transportation & missed

meals etc. we do not bear any responsibility to refund.

Cancelation before 90 days – no cancelation fees only bank charges.

Cancelation before 89 - 60 days – 10% of the invoice plus bank charges.

Cancelation before 59 – 45 days - 25% of the invoice plus bank charges.

Cancelation before 44 – 28 days - 50% of the invoice plus bank charges.

Cancelation before 27 – 7 days - 75% of the invoice plus bank charges.

Cancelation before 7 days – Now show 100% of the invoice.

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Please note that after the finalization of the Tour/ service Cost, if there are any Hike in entrance

fees of monuments / museums, Taxes, fuel cost or guide charges – by Govt of India, the same would

be charged as extra.

Agora Voyages act only in the capacity of agent for the hotels, airlines, transporters, railways &

contractors providing other services & all exchange orders, receipts, contracts & tickets issued by

us are issued subject to terms & conditions under which these services are provided by them.

All itineraries are sample itineraries, intended to give you a general idea of the likely trip schedule.

Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, the physical ability of the participants etc. may

dictate itinerary changes either before the tour or while on the trail. We reserve the right to

change any schedule in the interest of the trip participants' safety, comfort & general well being.

Our rates are based on the prevailing rates as negotiated by us with the hotels, airlines etc. Hotels

and Airlines retain the right to modify the rates without notice. In case of such changes the rates

quoted before the modification, can be changed by us according to the modifications by hotels or

airlines. All hotel bookings are based on usual check in and check out time of the hotels until unless

indicated in the itinerary.

We shall not be responsible for any delays & alterations in the program or expenses incurred –

directly or indirectly – due to natural hazards, flight cancellations, accident, breakdown of

machinery or equipment’s, breakdown of transport, weather, sickness, landslides, political closures

or any untoward incidents.

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connection with any accommodation, transportation or other services, resulting – directly or

indirectly – from any act of GOD, dangers, fire, accident, breakdown in machinery or equipment,

breakdown of transport, wars, civil disturbances, strikes, riots, thefts, pilferages, epidemics,

medical or custom department regulations, defaults, or any other causes beyond our control.

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We do not have any insurance policy covering the expenses for accident, sickness, loss due to theft,

or any other reasons. Visitors are advised to seek such insurance arrangements in their home

country. All baggage’s & personal property/s at all times are at the client's risk.

We will not be responsible for any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides,

road blocks, bad weather, etc.

Tipping

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Obviously there is no limit to how much you can tip and some guests who enjoy and appreciate the

services of Guides, driver and other crew will and have tipped much more than our average tipping

guideline of about $10-15 per day.

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