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Cultural Golden Triangle of Deccan Plateau

Duration:

15 Nights / 16 Days

Destination:

Mumbai – Hyderabad – Kalburgi – Bijapur – Badami – Hospet – Hassan – Mysore – Bangalore

Introduction

Deccan Plateau is nestled in between two mountain ranges Eastern Ghat and the Western Ghats and covers the majority of the southern states of India. Cultural Golden Triangle of Deccan Plateau begins from Mumbai and comprehensively passes through some of the well known destinations of Karnataka and will take you closer to the architecture and structure of the medieval era.

Tour Highlights
Mumbai:
Explore the vibrant city life and visit iconic landmarks such as the Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, and Marine Drive.
Take a stroll on Juhu Beach and experience the diverse culture of the city.
Hyderabad:
Visit the historic Charminar and the bustling Laad Bazaar.
Explore the opulent Chowmohallah Palace and the impressive Golkonda Fort.
Enjoy a boat ride in Hussain Sagar Lake and visit the Statue of Buddha.
Kalburgi (Gulbarga):
Explore the historical monuments like Gulbarga Fort and Jama Masjid.
Visit the Sharana Basaveshwara Temple, a significant pilgrimage site.
Bijapur:
Marvel at the architectural wonders like Gol Gumbaz, Ibrahim Rauza, and Malik-e-Maidan.
Discover the rich history of Adil Shahi dynasty.
Badami:
Explore the stunning rock-cut caves and intricate cave temples.
Visit the Badami Fort and the beautiful Agastya Lake. 
Hospet:
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi, known for its ancient ruins, temples, and monuments.
Visit the Virupaksha Temple and the Vittala Temple with its iconic stone chariot.
Hassan:
Explore the architectural marvels of Belur and Halebid, known for their intricate Hoysala architecture.
Visit the Chennakesava Temple in Belur and Hoysaleswara Temple in Halebid.
Mysore: Experience the grandeur of Mysore Palace and learn about the Wodeyar dynasty.
Explore the beautiful Brindavan Gardens and the Chamundi Hills.
Bangalore:
Discover the Garden City's vibrant culture, modern amenities, and technology parks.
Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, and Bangalore Palace.
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival at Mumbai (By flight)

Day is reserved for Leisure A Traditional Welcome by our Tour Representative on your arrival at Mumbai Airport followed with a check-in to your pre-reserved Hotel. Mumbai is a cosmopolitan and one of the largest cities in India, serves as a capital of Maharashtra state and commercial capital of India. Mumbai is famous for Bollywood, the Indian Film Industry and also famous for its nightlife. Day is kept free for leisure. You may choose to explore the surrounding places in the evening.

Day 2

Mumbai Sightseeing

Prince of Wales Museum, Jehangir Art Gallery , Siddhivinayak Temple, Dhobi Ghat, Haji Ali Dargah, Mahalaxmi Temple, Juhu Beach, Marine Drive After breakfast, proceed for Mumbai sightseeing tour to see the popular places such as Prince of Wales Museum, Jehangir Art Gallery, Siddhivinayak Temple, Dhobi Ghat, Haji Ali Dargah, Mahalaxmi Temple, Juhu Beach and Marine Drive. Mumbai’s nature is most eclectic and cosmopolitan as it is a home to people from various parts of India. At the end of the tour, back to your Hotel and relax.

Day 3

Mumbai – Elephanta Caves (Excursion tour)

Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves After breakfast, proceed for an excursion tour to Elephanta Caves which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The architecture structure of the caves dates back to 5th to 8th Century. Elephanta caves are one of the most popular tourist attractions located on an island in the suburbs of Mumbai and is to be reached by a Ferryboat. Enjoy the excursion to its fullest. At the end of the tour, back to your Hotel and relax.

Day 4

Mumbai – Hyderabad (By Flight)

Golconda Fort, Hussein Sagar Lake and Birla Mandir Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Mumbai Airport for a connection flight to Hyderabad. Upon your arrival at Hyderabad, receive greetings from our Tour Representative followed with check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel. After freshen-up, proceed for Hyderabad sightseeing Tour to see the popular places such as Golconda Fort, Hussein Sagar Lake and Birla Mandir. Hyderabad is also known as Pearl City, full of smiles, lights and of thousand faces. Hyderabad beautifully depicts the panorama of the past with a perfect blend of mixed culture and historical traditions. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.

Day 5

Hyderabad Sightseeing

Chowmahalla Palace, SalarJung Museum, Charminar, Mecca Masjid and Chilkur Balaji Temple After breakfast, proceed for Hyderabad sightseeing to see other popular places such as Chowmahalla Palace, SalarJung Museum, Charminar, Mecca Masjid and Chilkur Balaji Temple. Hyderabad offers an assortment of tourist attractions from Heritage monuments to Lakes, Parks and Gardens and from Museums to delectable cuisine and a delightful shopping experience. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.

Day 6

Hyderabad – Kalburgi (Distance Approx 260 Kms)

Bidar Fort, Bahmani Tombs Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Kalburgi. En-route you will visit Bidar Fort dates back to 15th Century along with Bahmani Tombs. Bidar Forts is charmingly perched on the Deccan plateau and is more than 500 years old and till stands strong. Later further proceed to Kalburgi also known as Gulbarga which means a stone city. Upon your arrival at Kalburgi, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. Rest of the day is free for leisure. You may choose to relax in the Hotel or to explore the surrounding places.

Day 7

Kalburgi Sightseeing

Gulbarga Fort, Sharan Basaveshwara Temple, Hazrat Khwaja Bande Nawaz, Koranti Hanuman Temple After breakfast proceed for Kalburgi sightseeing tour to see the popular places such as Gulbarga Fort, Sharan Basaveshwara Temple, Hazrat Khwaja Bande Nawaz and Koranti Hanuman Temple. Kalburgi was founded in the 14th Century by the Bahmani Sultans and was later ruled by the Nizams of Hyderabad from 18th to 20th century. Kalburgi is popular for its diverse temples and shrines. At the end of the Tour, return to your hotel and relax.

Day 8

Kalburgi – Bijapur (Distance Approx 160 Kms)

Gol Gumbaz, Jumma Masjid, Malik-e-Maidan, Ibrahim Roza Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Bijapur, a popular town for its grand monuments of historical significance dates back to Adil Shahi Dynasty and primarily related to Islamic Architecture. Upon your arrival at Bijapur, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel. Later proceed for Bijapur sightseeing tour to see the popular places such as Gol Gumbaz, Jumma Masjid, Malik-e-Maidan and Ibrahim Roza. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.

Day 9

Bijapur – Badami (Distance Approx 120 Kms)

Badami Cave Temples, Bhutanatha Group Of Temples, Mallikarjuna Group of Temples, Badami Fort, Malegitti Shivalaya Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Badami, an ancient city of Karnataka. Badami served as a capital during the Chalukya’s dynasty and popular for its archeological monuments built during Chalukya’s Dynasty. Upon your arrival at Badami, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel. Later proceed for Badami sightseeing tour and visit the popular places such as Badami Cave Temples, Bhutanatha Group Of Temples, Mallikarjuna Group of Temples, Badami Fort and Malegitti Shivalaya. Badami had been ruled by many dynasties and kingdoms such as Vijayanagar Empire, Adil Shahi Dynasty, Mughals, Marathas, Mysore Kingdom and Britishers. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.

Day 10

Badami – Hospet (Distance Approx 130 Kms)

Hampi, Queen’s Bath, Vithala Temple, Raghunath Temple, Virupaksha Temple, King’s Balance Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Hospet, also called as gateway to Hampi. Hospet is regularly visited by historians for their studies on the medieval city of Vijayanagara. Upon your arrival at Hospet, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel. Later proceed for Hospet sightseeing tour and visit the popular places such as Hampi, Queen’s Bath, Vithala Temple, Raghunath Temple, Virupaksha Temple and King’s Balance. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.

Day 11

Hospet – Hassan (Distance Approx 320 Kms)

Day is reserved for Travelling Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Hassan, a city with an eventful and rich history. Hassan is quiet small city of Karnataka. This serene charming town is an ideal base to visit Shravanabelagola, Belur and Halebid. Upon your arrival at Hassan, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. Rest of the day is free for Leisure. You may choose to explore the surrounding places or just relax in the Hotel.

Day 12

Hassan Sightseeing

Shravanabelagola, Gorur Dam, Shettihali Church, Haasanamba Temple After breakfast, proceed for an Excursion Tour to Shravanabelagola, amongst the most sanctified Jain pilgrimage centers in the state of Karnataka and famous for a millennium old 56 ft high statue of Lord Bahubali. Once in every 12 years a ritual is performed and the colossal statue is anointed with milk, curd, saffron and gold by thousand of devotees. Later return to Hassan and visit the famous Gorur Dam, Shettihali Church and Haasanamba Temple. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.

Day 13

Hassan – Mysore (Distance 120 Kms)

Brindavan Gardens and Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Mysore known as a Cultural city of the state of Karnataka due to its cultural ambience and accomplishments. Mysore is located on the foothills of Chamunda Hills and famous for its palaces. Upon your arrival at Mysore, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. Later proceed for Mysore sightseeing tour and visit the popular places such as Brindavan Gardens and Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax.

Day 14

Mysore Sightseeing

Mysore Palace, Jaganmohan Palace, Lalitha Mahal, Jaya Laxmi Vilas, Karanji and Kukkarahalli Lake After breakfast, proceed for Mysore Sightseeing tour to see the popular places such as Mysore Palace, Jaganmohan Palace, Lalitha Mahal, Jaya Laxmi Vilas, Karanji and Kukkarahalli Lake. Mysore is also popular for the Dussehra Festival and attractions numerous visitors from all over the world. At the end of the tour, back to your Hotel and relax.

Day 15

Mysore – Bangalore (Distance Approx 180 Kms)

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Bangalore. En-route you will visit the famous Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple at Srirangapatna located at the Mandya district of Karnataka. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is devoted to Hindu God Ranganatha, manifestation of the Hindu God Vishnu. Later further drive to Bangalore. Upon your arrival at Bangalore, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. Rest of the day is free for Leisure. You may choose to explore the surrounding places or just relax in the Hotel.

Inclusions
  • Accommodation for 09 Nights on twin / double sharing basis.
  • Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels.
  • Transportation by private air-conditioned car with driver for all arrivals, Departures, sightseeing and inter-city drives as per the itinerary.
  • Services of English speaking guide at the major destinations.
  • Services of Trip India Representative on all arrivals and departures.
  • Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge
  • All presently applicable luxury taxes.
Exclusions
  • Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
  • Items of personal nature like drinks on table, laundry, telephone bills etc.
  • Meals other than mentioned above.
  • Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare / train ticket
  • Still Camera or video charges levied by some monuments.
  • Any other shopping and personal purchase.
  • Medical Requirements on request.
  • Service Tax as per government.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.

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