Day 1: Arrival in Badami – Heritage Sightseeing
Arrival at Badami by train or road (from Hubli, Hospet, or Goa)
Check-in to hotel and freshen up
Sightseeing in Badami: Badami Cave Temples – 6th to 8th century rock-cut temples carved into sandstone cliffs, dedicated to Lord Shiva, Vishnu, and Jain Tirthankaras
Agastya Lake – A sacred tank surrounded by ancient temples and cave complexes
Bhutanatha Group of Temples – Scenic temples on the lake’s edge
Archaeological Museum – Houses artefacts and sculptures from the Chalukya era
Evening at Leisure, Enjoy sunset from Upper Shivalaya or North Fort Cliffs
Overnight stay at a hotel in Badami

Day 2: Badami – Pattadakal – Aihole – Badami
After breakfast, head for a full-day excursion to the Chalukyan temple complexes:
Pattadakal (UNESCO World Heritage Site – 22 km)
A fusion of Dravidian and Nagara styles of temple architecture
Major Temples: Virupaksha Temple, Mallikarjuna Temple, Kashi Vishwanatha Temple, Jambulinga Temple, Aihole (12 km from Pattadakal)
Known as the Cradle of Indian Temple Architecture
Over 100 temples dating from 6th century onward
Highlights:
Durga Temple (semi-circular apsidal plan)
Lad Khan Temple
Ravana Phadi Cave Temple
Return to Badami by evening
Overnight stay in Badami

Day 3: Badami – Departure
After breakfast, check out from hotel, Optional Morning Visit:
Banashankari Temple – A famous temple near Badami dedicated to the goddess Banashankari
Mahakuta Temple Complex – A pilgrimage site with ancient shrines and sacred water tank
Transfer to Hubli / Hospet for departure by train/flight