We begin the ride from Bangalore to Chitradurga, an ancient town which was part of the Mauryan Empire under Ashoka the Great, in the 3rd century BC. We will climb a fascinating Fort with its seven concentric fortification walls, 19 gateways, 38 posterior entrances, 35 secret pathways, four invisible passages, water tanks and 2000 watch towers! We will ride to Hampi for the night.