The first batch of passengers on the `Flying Chariot' left Bangalore on 22 January 2010 for a two-night, three-day trip to Hampi and the triangle of Badami, Aihole and Pattadkal under Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation's (KSTDC) latest programme.

The Flying Chariot package is available from Bangalore till February 5 and will take passengers on a heritage trail along Hampi, Aihole, Badami and Pattadkal. KSTDC sources said Friday's flight was filled to capacity with 60 passengers.

The trip will cost Rs 7,000 per person, Rs 13,000 for two, Rs 18,500 for three and Rs 23,500 for a group of four. Six trips are scheduled from Bangalore till February 6. Two trips from Hyderabad and one from Chennai to these places are also scheduled.

Source: TNN