OVERVIEW

ABOUT HAMPI

Hampi formed one of the core areas of the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire from 1336 to 1565. It is situated on the banks of the Tungabhadra river in North Karnataka. It is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and houses a range of monuments including the famous Virupaksha Temple. In Hindu mythology, this area is known as Kishkinda and believed to be the kingdom of the monkey god Hanuman.

Culture

This tour will give you a glimpse of the life in village settlements around Hampi and an opportunity to enjoy the stunning landscapes. We will ride on bullock carts as we explore villages, the rural countryside, farms, and ancient cave paintings. We will handicraft organisation and banana plantations.

About Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary

Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary was exclusively created for the preservation of the Indian Sloth bear. It is located at a distance of 15 km from the Hampi main site. Locally known as Karadi, the Sloth Bear (Melursus Ursinus) lives in open scrub forests having outcrop of rocks, tumbled boulders and caves as shelter. It is a protected species, listed in the Schedule I of the Indian Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 as well as in the Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species. A visit to this sanctuary provides a unique opportunity to experience this threatened species in their natural habitat and understand the corresponding conservation issues.

ACCOMODATION

Accommodation Details:

Clarks Inn Hampi

Terms & Conditions

Registration

The tour booking will be confirmed only upon receipt of a non-refundable amount of 20% of the tour cost, in addition to the charges such as air fares, rail fares, etc. along with completed personal information form or an email confirming your intent to travel.
- 50% of the tour cost to be paid 45 days before date of departure.
- Balance 30% of the tour cost to be paid 15 days prior to the departure.
- The trip will be considered as confirmed only if there is no default in the above payment procedure.

Cancellation Policy

In the event of any cancellation by you, the initial deposit amount paid, shall stand forfeited and further cancellation shall be levied as per the following terms:
- 6 weeks before date of departure: 20% of tour cost + Air / Rail cancellation charges.
- 4 to 6 weeks before date of departure: 50% of tour cost + Air / Rail cancellation charges.
- 2 to 4 weeks before date of departure: 80% of tour cost + Air / Rail cancellation charges.
- 2 weeks before date of departure: 100% of tour cost + Air / Rail cancellation charges (Will be considered as no show).
All dispute arising under or in connection with it, shall be governed by the laws then prevailing in India, and shall be under the jurisdiction of the courts in Sangli.

*During peak season some hotel bookings are non-refundable. Hence, in such a case the amount paid will not be refunded.

Refund Policy

Payments will be refunded within 10 to 15 working days after cancellation through a bank transfer.
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