Amidst the majestic ruins of Hampi, students step into a world where history breathes through carved stones, royal courts, and timeless temples. This immersive experiential journey transforms ancient monuments into living classrooms—where architecture reveals intelligence, markets reflect culture, and every structure whispers stories of one of India’s greatest empires. From the giant monoliths of Ganesha to the musical pillars of Vittala Temple and the grandeur of the Royal Enclosure, students journey through the rise of the Vijayanagara civilization while developing curiosity, imagination, and historical understanding. Designed through the Crazy Holidays Experiential Learning Framework, this programme transforms exploration into inquiry and heritage into inspiration.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
At Crazy Holidays, we believe learning happens best when students experience, reflect, and apply.
We don’t organize trips.We design curriculum-connected learning journeys that build:
OUR LEARNING FRAMEWORK
Explore → Reflect → Apply → Demonstrate
HOW WE DELIVER OUTCOMES
Pre-Tour - Orientation kit| Pre-learning worksheets |Parent briefing
On-Tour- Field journals |Role-based learning |Expert facilitators |Group challenges
Assessment – Rubrics| Daily reflections | Presentations
Post-Tour - Projects & portfolios |Outcome reports |Teacher feedback
Where Stones Tell Stories & Empires Come Alive
LEARNING THEME:
“Exploring the Brilliance of Ancient Civilizations – Understanding How Art, Architecture, Culture, and Innovation Shape Human History.”
DAY 01: BANGALORE → HAMPI
Where Ancient Stones Begin to Speak
04:30 AM – Departure from School
“Before dawn breaks, a journey begins into the heart of an empire that once shaped history.”
As students leave the city behind, excitement builds for an unforgettable exploration into one of India’s greatest heritage landscapes.
07:30 AM – Breakfast En Route
“Shared beginnings create journeys that become lifelong memories.”
10:30 AM – Refreshments Break (Snacks & Juice)
“A brief pause before entering the world of kings, temples, and legends.”
12:00 PM – Buffet Lunch
12:30 PM – Hotel Check-in & Relaxation
“Nestled amidst ancient landscapes, Hampi welcomes young explorers into a world shaped by time.”
01:30 PM – Guided Heritage Walk: Kadale Kalu Ganesha, Sasive Kalu Ganesha & Badavi Linga (6 km | 20 mins)
“Where giant stones transform into symbols of devotion, imagination, and artistic mastery.”
As students walk among towering monoliths and sacred shrines, they discover how architecture, belief, and storytelling shaped the cultural identity of the Vijayanagara Empire.
04:00 PM – Refreshments & Snacks
“Moments to pause, reflect, and absorb the grandeur of the past.”
06:30 PM – Return to Hotel & Freshen Up
“As the sun sets over Hampi’s ruins, history lingers in every stone.”
07:00 PM – Interactive Group Games & Quiz Sessions
“Where teamwork, storytelling, and imagination bring history alive.”
Students engage in collaborative activities that encourage creativity, communication, and deeper connection with the day’s experiences.
08:00 PM – Traditional Karnartaka Buffet Dinner
“Conversations deepen when experiences become meaningful.”
09:30 PM – Lights Off
“The ruins sleep beneath the stars, and so do the explorers.”
DAY 02: HAMPI → BANGALORE
Where Architecture, Music & Royal Grandeur Reveal a Lost Empire
06:00 AM – Wake Up & Freshen Up
“A new day begins in the shadow of an empire that once amazed the world.”
07:30 AM – Buffet Breakfast
10:00 AM – Refreshments Break (Snacks & Juice)
11:00 AM – Hotel Check-out & Early Buffet Lunch
01:00 PM – Visit Vittala Temple (4 km | 15 mins)
“Where stone sings, and architecture becomes music.”
At the legendary Vittala Temple, students witness the brilliance of ancient engineering through intricately carved musical pillars and timeless architectural symmetry—revealing how creativity and science once merged seamlessly.
02:15 PM – Archaeological Museum Exploration (2 km | 10 mins)
“Where forgotten artifacts preserve the memory of a civilization.”
Within the museum galleries, students encounter sculptures, inscriptions, and relics that reveal how the Vijayanagara Empire lived, traded, worshipped, and flourished centuries ago.
03:15 PM – Royal Enclosure Exploration (5 km | 20 mins)
Sites Covered: King’s Palace, Mahanavami Dibba, Queen’s Bath, Lotus Mahal, Elephant Stables & Pushkarni Stepwell
“Where royal courts once shaped the destiny of an empire.”
Walking through the majestic remains of palaces, ceremonial platforms, and royal structures, students discover the sophistication, planning, and cultural richness of one of India’s most powerful kingdoms.
04:00 PM – Refreshments & Snacks
05:00 PM – Hampi Bazaar & Virupaksha Temple (3 km | 15 mins)
“Where living heritage continues to breathe through faith, trade, and tradition.”
At the vibrant Hampi Bazaar and the sacred Virupaksha Temple, students experience how culture survives through rituals, craftsmanship, markets, and community life—even centuries after the empire faded.
07:30 PM – Early Dinner & Farewell to Hampi
“The final evening becomes a celebration of discovery, wonder, and perspective.”
08:30 PM – Departure to Bangalore
“The journey home begins—but the stories of Hampi continue to echo.”
As students travel back through the night, they carry with them not just memories of ruins—but a deeper appreciation for history, creativity, and human achievement.
DAY 03: ARRIVAL – BANGALORE
Where Exploration Becomes Inspiration
06:30 AM – Arrival at School
“They return not just with stories of ancient kingdoms—but with curiosity, imagination, and a deeper connection to the civilizations that shaped the world.”
IMPACTFUL LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this journey, students will:
1. UNDERSTAND ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS & HERITAGE
Explore how architecture, trade, religion, and governance shaped the Vijayanagara Empire.
2. INTERPRET ART, SYMBOLISM & ARCHITECTURAL INTELLIGENCE
Recognize how temples, sculptures, and monuments communicated cultural values and beliefs.
3. EXPLORE THE CONNECTION BETWEEN SCIENCE & CREATIVITY
Understand how ancient engineering, acoustics, and design principles were integrated into heritage structures.
4. DEVELOP HISTORICAL INQUIRY & OBSERVATION SKILLS
Move beyond memorizing history into questioning, analyzing, and interpreting the past.
5. BUILD CURIOSITY, IMAGINATION & REFLECTIVE THINKING
Strengthen creativity, storytelling, collaboration, and perspective-building through immersive experiences.
6. ENHANCE CULTURAL AWARENESS & GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES
Appreciate the importance of preserving heritage, traditions, and historical identity for future generations.
CRAZY HOLIDAYS SIGNATURE IMPACT
Delivered through the Experiential Learning Framework™:
Explore → Reflect → Apply → Demonstrate
Creating learners who don’t just study history—
but walk through it, question it, and carry its lessons into the future.
SAFETY | TRANSPARENCY | TRUST
Our Commitment to Your Child's Safety
Track My Tour - Live GPS tracking & daily photo updates
Medical Support - Doctor on call on every tour
High adult-to-student supervision–For every 10 paid student 1 staff complimentary
100% Verified Partners - Risk-assessed programs & partners
CRAZY HOLIDAYS | BOOKING & PROGRAMME PROTOCOL
A seamless, structured journey from confirmation to completion.
Booking Journey
Step 01 | Confirm Your Experience
Once your preferred itinerary and travel dates are finalized, connect with our team to secure availability and initiate the booking process.
Step 02 | School Approval & Parent Communication
Upon confirmation, a formal payment circular will be issued.
An optional parent orientation (online presentation) can be arranged to ensure complete transparency and confidence.
Step 03 | Participant Finalisation
After the student list is closed, our team will schedule a pre-departure engagement session with the school.
Step 04 | Pre-Departure Briefing
A comprehensive orientation for students and parents covering:
Programme overview & expectations
Travel readiness guidelines
Project and engagement framework
Introduction to our exclusive “Track My Tour” system
Supervision & Safety Commitment
Student: Teacher Ratio – 10: 1
(Inclusive of teaching and non-teaching staff)
Ensuring optimal supervision, personalized attention, and a secure learning environment.
Programme Flexibility
All experiential components are thoughtfully curated; however, schools have the flexibility to customize participation by selecting one or two activities per day, aligned with their academic priorities.
Important Guidelines
Final student count must be submitted at least 20 days prior to departure
Quoted land package pricing remains valid for 20 days from proposal date
Track My Tour | Transparency & Assurance
A secure, real-time digital experience for parents featuring:
Live location tracking
Curated photo & video updates
Controlled access via unique school credentials
Privacy Assurance:
Only verified group photographs will be shared through a secure platform.
A copy of all curated memories will be provided to the school as a keepsake.
To opt out of this service, kindly notify us via email at neha@crazyholidays.in
In the absence of a restriction request, participation will be considered approved by the institution.
Dedicated Support Team
For any assistance post-confirmation, our operations team remains at your service:
Operations Executive: Mr. Mohammed Khalid | +91 9538677785 | mohammedk@crazyholidays.in
Operations Head: Mr. Georgei T Joseph| +91 9341227800| georgei@crazyholidays.in
THE TOUR COST INCLUDES: The above package is inclusive of Transport Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks and Dinner, Guide Charges, Sightseeing, State Taxes, General Entrance Fee as per the Programme, Stay at hotels on sharing basis, Use of Resort Facilities and Service of Our Tour Managers.
THE TOUR COST DOES NOT INCLUDE: The above package doesn`t include Any expense of personal nature (like professional still camera or video camera, porter charges, laundry expenses, phone calls, water sports, food and beverage not included in the package, usages of mini bar in the hotel), Sightseeing or Activities and Other Facilities not mentioned in “INCLUSIONS”.
IMPORTANT NOTE
1. As this is NOT THE FINAL ITINERARY at the time of confirmation, kindly ask the marketing executive to check the availability of all the services as specified in this itinerary i.e., (TRAIN/FLIGHT/COACHES/HOTELS/ENTRY TO MONUMENTS, FARMS, RESORTS ETC) based on the period of travel and to submit the FINAL ITINERARY.
2. As the availability and pricing keeps on changing for flights/train dynamically we request your good self to make sure to collect the full amount of train fare and 25% of the airfare within 24 hours as soon as a trip is confirmed from the students which is nonrefundable and handover the same amount to Crazy Holidays marketing executive so that we can go ahead with the booking of flight/train on immediate hours.
CANCELATION POLICY: https://crazyholidays.in/public/uploads/docs/10671351cd7fbab.pdf
CHECK IN/OUT POLICY:
Standard check in and checkout time of most of the hotels are 12:00 noon. Early check in and late checkout will be subject to availability. We will try to give as many rooms as possible for early check in or late checkout but we don’t promise to give all the rooms for the same. For guaranteed early check in or late checkout, the hotel(s) should be booked at the time of package booking by paying additional amount charged by the hotel.
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