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Bidar Fort & Beyond: A Historical Journey

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Duration

8 hrs

Cancellation

Up to 5 days

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

Embark on a captivating full-day private tour from Hyderabad to the historic city of Bidar, celebrated for its majestic forts, ancient tombs, Persian-inspired monuments, and revered temples. Travel through centuries of Deccan history as you explore imposing ramparts, Indo-Islamic palaces, and vibrant spiritual landmarks. Discover architectural wonders dating back to the Bahmani dynasty, admire intricate tilework, and walk through sacred sites reflecting the city’s diverse cultural tapestry. From underground temples to magnificent madarsas and Sikh shrines, this enriching journey offers a perfect blend of history, spirituality, and architectural brilliance in Karnataka’s hidden gem of Bidar.

Highlights

  • Explore Bidar Fort, an imposing structure with walls, bastions, and Persian influence
  • Visit Mahmud Gawan Madarsa, an ancient Islamic university with Samarkand-style minarets
  • Discover Bahmani Tombs, grand domed mausoleums of medieval sultans
  • Experience Narasimha Jhira Temple, a unique cave shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu
  • Pay homage at Guru Nanak Jhira, a sacred Sikh site with a legendary water spring

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 Discount on 2-person group 2 2 46.5%
2 Discount on 3-person group 3 3 56.8%
3 Discount on 4-person group 4 4 65.9%
4 Discount on 5-person group 5 5 61.5%
5 Discount on 6-person group 6 6 64.7%
6 Discount on 7-person group 7 7 68.7%
7 Discount on 8-person group 8 8 71.8%

What you will do

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Detailed Itinerary – Sightseeing & Activities

Pick-up Time: 6:00 AM | Drop-off Time: 7:00 PM

Breakfast at your hotel in Hyderabad
Start your day with a fulfilling breakfast at your hotel, preparing for an exciting heritage excursion.

Pick-up from your hotel and drive to Bidar
Embark on a scenic drive through the Deccan Plateau as you leave the bustling city behind, journeying towards Bidar’s historic landscapes.

Explore Bidar Fort
Wander through the vast Bidar Fort complex, spanning over 1 km with 37 bastions, seven massive gates, Persian-inspired architecture, triple moats, and ancient military structures.

Visit Mahmud Gawan Madarsa
Admire the 15th-century Madarsa built by Persian scholar Mahmud Gawan, featuring grand arches, colorful tilework, and towering minarets reminiscent of Samarkand’s Islamic masterpieces.

Discover Bahmani Tombs at Ashtur
Explore the twelve royal tombs of Bahmani Sultans with their lofty domes, ornate arches, and intricate Islamic carvings, reflecting the dynasty’s artistic legacy and power.

Visit Narasimha Jhira Cave Temple
Walk through a water-filled tunnel under Manichoola hills to reach this unique shrine, housing a self-manifested idol of Lord Narasimha, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.

Explore The Rangeen Mahal
Admire the mid-16th-century palace built by Mahmud Shah Bahamani, renowned for its wooden pillars, six-bay hall, and remarkable tilework with delicate mother-of-pearl inlay.

Stop at Guru Nanak Jhira Sahib
Visit this sacred Sikh shrine where Guru Nanak is believed to have performed a miracle, causing a crystal-clear spring to emerge, now revered for its curative waters.

Drive back to Hyderabad
Relax on the return drive through rural Karnataka, reflecting on the day’s exploration of forts, palaces, and spiritual sites.

Drop-off at your hotel in Hyderabad
Arrive back at your hotel, concluding your immersive journey through Bidar’s architectural wonders and spiritual landmarks.

Included/Excluded

  • Pick up and drop off to your hotel
  • Transport by AC vehicle
  • English speaking guide
  • Monuments entrances
  • Bottled drinking water (2 bottle per person)
  • Any meal
  • Tips to driver & guide
  • Any other sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerar

Languages

English

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