South India Heritage Tour
A land which is as ancient as time itself, every inch of South India is steeped in heritage. A realm which has been tolerant to faiths and has fostered their growth, Heritage Tours of South India tell a story which is so mesmerising that it keeps you coming back for more.
Heritage South India tours are incomplete without a visit to Tirupati, an iconic town whose temple is considered among the richest in the world. Views of the Madurai temple and beaches of Mahabalipuram, along with exquisite architecture at Tanjore are sure to leave everyone speechless.
Combining the best of all worlds, there are marvels among the Moghul architecture and cuisine of the Nawab state of Hyderabad, the mighty caves of Badami and ruins of Hampi. There is so much to be experienced that Heritage Tours of South India that sprawl over a lifetime cannot do it justice.
Luxury India Tours enable tourists from India and abroad to enjoy these monumental delights of India in its complete beauty while indulging in complete luxury. With an opportunity to live in regal comfort while being one with South Indian heritage, a chance like this is hard to come by.
Places to See : Hyderabad - Bijapur - Badami - Hospet - Hassan - Mysore - Bangalore
Duration : 11 Nights / 12 Days
Day 01 : Hyderabad
On arrival, TNS Travel representative tour manager would be greeting you and assisting with hotel check-in. A brief up on your tour plan would be provided. Visit Golconda fort which dates back to the 11th century. Overnight stay.
Day 02 : Hyderabad
Today visit Char Minar, Laad Bazaar - One of the oldest shopping centres of the city, Salar Jung museum, which has one of the world's largest collections of exhibits; proceed to Birla Mandir, Mahakali Temple. Overnight stay.
Day 03 : Bijapur
Post breakfast, drove to Bijapur. Check-in at the property and overnight stay.
Day 04 : Bijapur - Badami
Post breakfast, check out and proceed towards Gol Gumbaz, one of the 2nd largest domes in the world, and visit other historical places. Drive to Badami. Overnight stay.
Day 05 : Badami
Today post breakfast drive to Tanjore, enroute visit Chidambaram - famous lord Shiva temple and continue drive to Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Dharasuram and after exploring continue drive to Tanjore, upon arrival check in to hotel. Rest hours free and night stay.
Day 06 : Badami - Hospet
Drive to Hospet. Check-in and overnight stay.
Day 07 : Hospet - Hampi - Hospet
Explore the medieval sites of the Vijayanagara Empire. After breakfast, visit to the ruins of Vijayanagara Empire at Hampi - one of the most fascinating historical places in South India. Witness some of the interesting ruins remaining are the Virupaksha, Vittala and Hazara Rama temples, huge Ganesha and Narsimaha images, the elephant stables, the queen's bath, carvings on the Ramachandra temple & Lotus Mahal. Overnight stay at Hospet.
Day 08 : Hospet - Hassan
Drive to Hassan. Check-in at the property. Overnight stay.
Day 09 : Hassan - Mysore
Post breakfast; visit the Belur and Halebid temples. Check the 12th Century Hoysala Temple at Belur, drive to Halebid to see the 12th Century Hoysaleswara Temple. Drive to Mysore, enroute visit Shravanabelagola. See the splendour of the colossal monolithic Gomatheeswara temple. It is hewn out of a single rock and visible from a distance of 25kms. It is the statue of Lord Gomatheeswara which is bathed with milk and honey once every 12 years. Check-in at Mysore. Overnight stay.
Day 10 : Mysore
Post breakfast visit Srirangapatnam - Tipus palace, fort, and Sri Ranganathaswami temple. In the evening, take a look at Mysore palace, Jaganmohana palace, art gallery, Chamundi hills, and Devraja market. After enjoying the best of this imperial city we drive back to hotel for night stay.
Day 11 : Mysore - Bangalore
Drive to Bangalore. Check-in at the property. In the evening, visit bull temple, big Shiva Mandir and Lal Bagh, amble in the happening and colorful MG Road & Church Street. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 12 : Bangalore - Departure
Visit ISKON temple and pack your bags for your onward journey.
Tour Ends
Trip Details
What You SEE?
- Char Minar (Hyderabad)
- Pattadakkal, Cave Temples (Badami)
- King's Balance, The Virupaksha Temple (Hospet)
- Mysore Palace (Mysore)
- Botanical Gardens, Ulsoor Lake (Bangalore)
Tour Cost INCLUDES
- Sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary
- Accomodation at suggested hotels
- Air- Conditioned car at disposal with driver
- English Speaking Guide for all mentioned tours
- Meet and Assist services on arrival / departure
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- All Applicable taxes and service charges and
- All Parking . Road Taxes and Driver Allowances.
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