Overview
Snuggled
between two mountain ranges- Eastern Ghats and the Western Ghats - The Deccan
region covers the most of the southern region of India. The ‘Deccan Tour’
package, beginning from Mumbai, will extensively cover some of the most
prominent destinations in the state of Karnataka. The destinations covered will
bring you face to face with medieval structures built during the region of
erstwhile south Indian rulers.
Highlights
- Guided tour of Mumbai- Gateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum and Hanging Gardens.
- Visit the Elephanta Caves, famous for its 7th century rock-cut temples.
- Guided tour of Hyderabad- Mecca Masjid, Faluknuma Palace, Safdarjung Museum and Charminar.
- Visit the 15th century Bidar Fort and the Bahmani Tombs in Bidar.
- Guided tour of Bijapur- Gol Gumbaz and Ibrahim Roza.
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pattadakal, famous for its Chalukyan temples.
- Guided tour of Mysore- Tipu Sultan Palace and Somnathpur.
- Guided tour of Bangalore- The Bangalore Fort & Palace, Vidhan Soudha and Lal Bagh.
Itinerary
Day 01: Mumbai
(Arrival)
Day 02: Mumbai
(sightseeing)
Day 03: Mumbai
– Hyderabad (Flight)
Day 04: Hyderabad
- Gulbarga
Day 05: Gulbarga
- Bijapur
Day 06: Bijapur
- Badami
Day 07: Badami
- Hospet
Day 08: Hospet
Day 09: Hospet
- Hassan
Day 10: Hassan
- Mysore
Day 11: Mysore
Day 12: Mysore
- Bangalore
Day 13: Departure
from Bangalore
DAY
01: MUMBAI (ARRIVAL)
Upon
arrival at the Mumbai International Airport, meet our representative who’ll
assist you in smooth transfer to the hotel for overnight stay. Also known as
the ‘Financial Capital of India’, Mumbai was given to Charles II of England on
account of his marriage to the Portuguese princess Catherine.
DAY
02: MUMBAI (SIGHTSEEING)
Post
breakfast in the morning, embark on a sightseeing tour of Elephanta Caves,
located 10 kilometers away from the ‘Gateway of India’ on an island. Board the
motor boat and ride towards the island. Built in the 7th century, Elephanta
Caves are a group of rock-cut caves dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the afternoon,
explore other tourist attractions in Mumbai which include the Gateway of India,
Prince of Wales Museum and Hanging Gardens. By evening, return back to the
hotel for overnight stay.
DAY
03: MUMBAI - HYDERABAD
Post
breakfast in the morning, drive to the airport to board the flight to Hyderabad.
On reaching Hyderabad airport, move to the hotel. Later in the afternoon,
embark on a half day sightseeing tour of Hyderabad covering Mecca Masjid,
Faluknuma Palace, Safdarjung Museum and Charminar. Stay overnight in the hotel.
DAY
04: HYDERABAD – BIDAR - GULBARGA
Post
breakfast in the morning, leave by road for Gulbarga. On the way, halt in Bidar
to visit the 15th century Bidar Fort and the Bahmani tombs. On reaching
Gulbarga, check into the hotel. Later, go out to visit the 15th century Jama
Masjid. By evening, return back to the hotel for night stay.
DAY
05: GULBARGA - BIJAPUR
Post
breakfast in the morning, leave by road for Bijapur. Upon arrival, check into
the hotel. Later, embark on a tour of Bijapur covering Gol Gumbaz and Ibrahim
Roza (built by Adil Shah II for his beloved queen). By evening, return back to
the hotel for night stay.
DAY
06: BIJAPUR - BADAMI
Post
breakfast in the morning, go out for a sightseeing tour of Badami temples. On
the way, visit Aihole- the “Cradle of the Indian Architecture”. Upon arrival,
check in at the hotel for night stay. Later, visit the Mahakuteshwara Temple,
Northern Fort and Badami rock-cut caves. Stay overnight at Badami Court.
DAY
07: BADAMI - HOSPET
Post
breakfast in the morning, leave by road for Hospet. On the way, halt in
Pattadakal- famous for his ten medieval temples representing Chalukyan
architecture. Stay overnight in Hospet.
DAY
08: HOSPET
Post
breakfast in the hotel, go out to enjoy the tour of Hampi. Here you will
explore the ruins of the kingdom of Hampi. Later, return back to Hospet for
night stay.
DAY
09: HOSPET - HASSAN
Post
breakfast in the morning, leave by road for Hassan. Upon arrival, check into
the hotel for overnight stay.
DAY
10: HASSAN - MYSORE
Post
breakfast in the morning, go out for a sightseeing tour of Belur and Halebid.
Later, leave by road for Mysore. Following your arrival in Mysore, check into
the hotel for night stay
DAY
11: MYSORE
Post
breakfast in the hotel, embark on a sightseeing tour of Mysore covering the
famous Tipu Sultan Palace and Somnathpur. Post sightseeing, return back to the
hotel for night stay.
DAY
12: MYSORE - BANGALORE
Following
a leisurely breakfast in the morning, hit the road to Bangalore. On the way,
visit Srirangapatnam. Upon arrival in Bangalore, check in at the hotel to rest
and relax. In the afternoon, embark on a sightseeing tour of Bangalore- the IT
hub of India. The places you will visit here include The Bangalore Fort &
Palace, Vidhan Soudha and Lal Bagh. Stay overnight in the hotel.
DAY
13: DEPARTURE FROM BANGALORE
In
time, transfer to airport to board on flight for onward destination.
Note: This is just a suggested itinerary indicative of what could be possible. We tailor holidays for your specific needs. Contact us if you want modifications so that we could tailor a holiday to suit your need for an unforgettable India tour.
