About this tour
The Vijayanagara kingdom was ruled by four different dynasties from the 1300s to the 1500s. In this tour of the Royal Enclave, we will see where the monarchs, courtiers and soldiers lived. The structures were built in a beautiful Indo-Islamic style. Within the royal enclave, wise queens and ambitious commanders shaped the empire. It was where petitions were heard, currency minted, and future rulers groomed.
This tour is a mix of walking and driving.
Tour coverage
You will see several beautiful ruins in the royal enclave, including:
The Elephant Stables, where the royal elephants lived
Lotus Mahal, a building in the Zenana or women’s quarters
The Queens’s bath, a bathing house for the royals
Hazara Rama temple, used by the royal family
The royal water tank or pushkarini
The Archaeological Museum at Kamalapur showcasing everyday objects from Vijayanagara and a miniature model of Hampi
Start Point: Your hotel
End Point: Your hotel
Timing and Duration
Approximately 4 hours, including drive time. Starts and ends at your hotel. We recommend starting at 8 am or at 1 pm. However, we do have room to modify the start time per your convenience.
Costs
INR 8500 using a small car (can take 2 adults + guide + driver)
INR 10800 using a Toyota Innova car (can take 4 adults + guide + driver)
INR 14000 using a Tempo Traveller/SML small coach (can take 8 adults + guide + driver)
Prior reservation is mandatory. Payment online prior to the tour. Email deepa@magictoursofindia.com or WhatsApp wa.me/+919867707414
Inclusions
Transport (AC vehicle and driver with cell phone), personalized tour, knowledgeable guide, bottled water, all taxes.
Exclusions
Entrances, camera fees, tips, water/refreshments
Tour Notes
There is a good deal of walking within the monuments, so please ensure you wear comfortable shoes and are adequately hydrated. You will need sun protection as many areas of the monuments are open-air.