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Southern Splendors: Historic Treasures and Natural Wonders

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Duration

20 Nights/ 21 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

English

Overview

Embark on a sweeping 21-day adventure through India’s most iconic monuments, timeless temple complexes, and sun-drenched beaches. Begin in Mumbai with its Bollywood buzz and colonial landmarks before flying to Aurangabad to explore the rock-cut marvels of Ajanta and Ellora. In Hyderabad, wander through medieval forts, palaces, and the newly designated UNESCO Ramappa Temple. Head east to Odisha’s Bhubaneswar and Puri for Hindu shrines, ancient caves, and a Chilika Lake bird cruise. Venture south to Bangalore’s gardens, then drive through Karnataka’s architectural tapestry at Belur, Halebidu, Hampi, and Badami. Conclude with four nights on Goa’s golden sands, historic churches, and vibrant markets—blending history, spirituality, and coastal bliss.

Highlights

  • Mumbai’s Icons: Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves & Dhobi Ghat
  • Ajanta & Ellora: Two UNESCO cave complexes spanning Buddhism, Hinduism & Jainism
  • Hyderabad Heritage: Golconda Fort, Charminar, Chowmahalla Palace & Ramappa Temple
  • Odisha’s Shrines: Lingaraja Temple, Konark Sun Temple & Chilika Lake cruise
  • Karnataka’s Gems: Belur’s Chennakesava, Halebidu’s Hoysaleswara, Hampi’s stone chariot & Badami caves

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 Discount on 2-person group 2 2 43.4%
2 Discount on 3-person group 3 3 42.6%
3 Discount on 4-person group 4 4 52.1%
4 Discount on 5-person group 5 5 49.9%
5 Discount on 6-person group 6 6 55.3%
6 Discount on 7-person group 7 7 53.2%
7 Discount on 8-person group 8 8 58.3%

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Mumbai

• Transfer from airport to hotel and check-in.
• Afternoon at leisure to relax or explore Colaba market.
• Overnight in Mumbai.

Day 2: Mumbai City Tour

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive Marine Drive—Mumbai’s “Queen’s Necklace” boulevard.
• Ferry to Elephanta Caves—ancient rock temples on Gharapuri Island.
• Drive past Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus & Parliament House.
• Visit Dhobi Ghat—world’s largest open-air laundry.
• Tour Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalay museum.
• Overnight in Mumbai.

Day 3: Mumbai → Aurangabad (Flight)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Fly to Aurangabad; transfer and check-in.
• Excursion to Ellora Caves—34 rock-cut monasteries & temples.
• Visit Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple.
• See Daulatabad Fort—medieval Deccan stronghold.
• Tour Aurangabad Caves—6th–7th c. Buddhist rock shrines.
• Overnight in Aurangabad.

Day 4: Ajanta Caves Excursion

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Ajanta (210 km round-trip).
• Explore 30 Buddhist caves with murals depicting Buddha’s life.
• Return to Aurangabad for overnight stay.

Day 5: Aurangabad - Hyderabad (Flight)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Fly to Hyderabad; transfer and check-in.
• Evening at leisure to sample Hyderabadi biryani.
• Overnight in Hyderabad.

Day 6: Hyderabad Heritage Tour

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Golconda Fort—legendary diamond trade fortress.
• Tour Qutb Shahi Tombs—royal necropolis.
• Explore Charminar & surrounding Laad Bazaar.
• Visit Salar Jung Museum—India’s third-largest collection of antiques.
• Tour Chowmahalla Palace—seat of the Nizams.
• Drive past Hussain Sagar Lake and Birla Mandir.
• Overnight in Hyderabad.

Day 7: Warangal & Ramappa Temple

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Warangal (150 km each way) with enroute stop at Thousand Pillar Temple.
• Explore Warangal Fort & Kakatiya Kala Thoranam arch.
• Visit Ramappa Temple—13th-c. UNESCO site famed for stone carvings.
• Return to Hyderabad for overnight.

Day 8: Hyderabad → Bhubaneswar (Flight)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Fly to Bhubaneswar; transfer and check-in.
• Visit Lingaraja Temple—11th-c. towering shrine.
• Tour Mukteshwar & Parasurameshwar Temples—finely carved sanctuaries.
• Explore Udayagiri & Khandagiri Jain caves.
• Overnight in Bhubaneswar.

Day 9: Bhubaneswar → Puri (60 km/1.5 hrs)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Puri with enroute stop at Dhauli Peace Pagoda.
• Visit Konark Sun Temple—13th-c. UNESCO “Black Pagoda.”
• Explore Pipili appliqué-art village (optional).
• Check-in at Puri beach resort and evening at leisure.
• Overnight in Puri.

Day 10: Chilika Lake Boat Cruise

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Satapada (55 km) for Chilika Lake cruise.
• Spot migratory birds & rare Irrawaddy dolphins.
• Return to Puri for sunset on the beach.
• Overnight in Puri.

Day 11: Puri → Bangalore (Flight)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Fly to Bangalore; transfer and check-in.
• Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden—historic glasshouse & tropical flora.
• Drive past Cubbon Park & Vidhana Soudha.
• Overnight in Bangalore.

Day 12: Bangalore → Belur & Halebidu → Hampi

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Belur (220 km); visit Chennakesava Temple’s soapstone carvings.
• Continue to Halebidu; tour Hoysaleswara Temple’s detailed reliefs.
• Drive to Hampi (160 km) and check-in.
• Overnight in Hampi.

Day 13: Hampi Ruins Exploration

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Explore Virupaksha Temple—continuous worship since 7th c.
• Visit Vittala Temple complex with iconic stone chariot & musical pillars.
• Tour Royal Enclosure, Lotus Mahal & Elephant Stables.
• Sunset from Hemakuta Hill.
• Overnight in Hampi.

Day 14: Hampi → Badami via Lakkundi & Gadag

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Badami (150 km) with stops at Lakkundi’s stepwells & Gadag’s Trikuteshwara Temple.
• Check-in at Badami.
• Overnight in Badami.

Day 15: Badami, Aihole & Pattadakal Excursion

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Badami Caves—cliff-cut shrines with intricate carvings.
• Drive to Aihole; tour Durga & Lad Khan Temples.
• Continue to Pattadakal—UNESCO complex blending Dravidian & Nagara styles.
• Return to Badami for overnight.

Day 16: Badami → Goa (Flight via Hubli/Belgaum)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Transfer to Hubli/Belgaum airport; fly to Goa.
• Transfer and check-in at Goa beach resort.
• Evening on Calangute or Baga Beach.
• Overnight in Goa.

Day 17: Old Goa & Coastal Sights

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Tour Old Goa: Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral & Church of Our Lady of the Rosary.
• Visit Fort Aguada & 17th-c. lighthouse.
• Drive past Miramar Beach and Panjim’s Latin Quarter.
• Overnight in Goa.

Day 18: South Goa Temples & Beaches

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Mangueshi Temple and Shanta Durga Temple in Ponda.
• Relax at Colva or Palolem Beach.
• Overnight in Goa.

Day 19: Goa Leisure & Sunset Cruise

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Optional spice plantation tour or water sports at Calangute.
• Evening Mandovi River cruise with live Goan music.
• Overnight in Goa.

Day 20: Goa Free Day

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Full day at leisure to shop in Mapusa market or unwind by the pool.
• Overnight in Goa.

Day 21: Goa → Departure

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Transfer to Goa International Airport per flight schedule.
• Check-out by 11 AM and depart with unforgettable memories.

Included/Excluded

  • Assistance on arrival at airport.
  • 20 Night's accommodation in 5-Star hotels.
  • Daily breakfast and meal as per day plan.
  • Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
  • Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in car.
  • Government taxes.
  • Mumbai - Aurangabad - Hyderabad - Bhubaneshwar - Bangalore flight fare approx ₹20500 per person in economy class.
  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
  • Gratuities & optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Tour's Location

FAQs

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Q: What kind of hotel accommodation is included in the package price?
We provide accommodation at carefully selected 5-star hotels or the best available quality options in regions where luxury properties are limited. Hotels are chosen for their comfort, location, and service standards. In case a specific hotel is unavailable, an equivalent standard property will be offered.

Hotels used or similar for this tour (20 Nights Accommodation):
Mumbai – 2 Nights: Trident Hotel OR President, Mumbai - IHCL SeleQtions
Aurangabad – 2 Nights: WelcomHotel Rama International OR Vivanta Aurangabad
Hyderabad – 3 Nights: ITC Kakatiya, a Luxury Collection OR Trident Hotel
Bhubaneshwar – 1 Night: Mayfair Lagoon OR Trident Hotel
Puri – 2 Nights: MAYFAIR Heritage OR Mayfair Waves
Bangalore – 1 Night: ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection OR Vivanta Bengaluru, Residency Road
Mysore – 1 Night: Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel
Hassan – 1 Night: Hosyala Village Resort OR Rosetta By Ferns – Sakleshpur (Best available quality option)
Hampi – 2 Nights: Evolve Back, Hampi
Badami – 2 Nights: Morpho Banashree Resort OR WADA1 (Best available quality option)
Goa – 3 Nights: Alila Diwa Goa OR Kenilworth Resort & Spa, Utorda Beach

Q: Can I request a specific hotel or upgrade the hotel category?

Yes, we offer flexibility to upgrade hotels to luxury five-star or boutique properties at an additional cost, subject to availability. You can also request specific hotels during the booking process, and we will do our best to accommodate your preference.

Q: Are breakfast and other meals included at the hotels?

Breakfast is generally included with hotel stays unless stated otherwise. Lunch and dinner are optional and can be added to your package upon request. You can also explore local dining during the tour.

Q: Will I get confirmation for the exact hotels before my trip?

Yes, once your booking is confirmed, we will share the final list of hotel names and contact details along with your tour confirmation documents.

Q: I’m looking for a more budget-friendly tour. Can you provide prices with standard or 4-star hotels?

Absolutely! We understand that every traveler has different preferences and budgets. If you prefer standard accommodation or 4-star hotel options instead of the default 5-star hotels, we can customize the tour and provide a tailored quote based on your requirements.

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