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* US $ : 1150.00 per person
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Places : Hyderabad - Chennai - Mysore - Bangalore - Hampi -
Bijapur - Goa - Mumbai
Duration : 15 Nights / 16 Days
The Deccan Calls
Apart from the joys of the tantalizing Arabian coastline, the majestic
Deccan rocks and rich Tropical forests there are excitements of other
equally amazing discoveries. Like its Exquisite Handicrafts, Ethnic Gold &
Silver Jewellery, beautifully woven Fabrics / Sarees in Silk & Cotton,
wonders in Bronze, Wood, pith and other materials, its finger licking
cuisine and its touching hospitality. This incidentally is one of those
few places where you stop to ask for directions and most likely you will
find a most willing escort to your destination who could provide you an
introduction on way to the rich heritage of which he is uniquely proud of.
Day 01 - Mumbai - A fitting place to start
On
arrival - met, assisted and transferred to hotel. Rest of the day at your
discretion.
Day 02 - Mumbai, The city of dreams - Evening board train to Hyderabad
Morning visit Elephant caves across the harbour which is famous for huge
rock cuts. Afternoon visit Gateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum,
Hanging Gardens on the slopes of Malabar Hills offering nice view of
Marine Lines & Chowpatty Beach, Kamla Nehru Park, Mani Bhawan (where
Mahatma Gandhi used to stay) and then to Dhobi Ghat. Also visit Afgan
Church, Flora Fountain (Bombay nerve centre), Colourful Crawford Market
and Marine Drive. Evening board train to Hyderabad.
Day 03 - Hyderabad - Nijams rich legacy
Arrive Hyderabad by noon. Check into hotel. After lunch, visit the
Charminar- rectangular four arched monumental gate often described as "The
Arch of Triumph of the East", the Mecca Mosque and Salar Jung Museum
- one man's collection of manuscripts, ancient weapons, costumes and
curios. Later drive past the High Court buildings.
Day 04 - Hyderabad, Uncovering the Mysteries of Golconda - board train
to Sacred journey to Tirupati
Full day excursion to Golconda Fort. Golconda, once famed for its diamond
mines (from which the famous Kohinoor diamond of the British crown was
mined), is the site of a strategic fort dating back to the 13th century.
This invincible fort has an extraordinary acoustical system and massive
battlements. Later visit the Usmansagar Lake- one of the most beautiful
man-made lakes. Evening board train to Tirupati.
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Day 05 - Arrive Tirupati
Arrive Tirupati in the morning. Check in hotel. After breakfast, take
full day excursion of Tirupati - one of the most important & the
richest temples of the world. It is famous for the shrine of "Seven
hills" of Tirumala which attract millions of pilgrims from all over
India. Picturesquely situated amidst sacred waterfalls and tanks, the
shrine presents a fine example of early Dravidian art. In front of it is
the "Hall of Pillars" from where an attractive stepped way leads
to the temple. Evening return back to hotel.
Day 06 - Tirupati - Chennai, Dravidian Citadel
Morning drive to Chennai (180 kms / 4 hrs). Check into hotel. Afternoon
visit Museum to see the Art & Bronze Gallery. Drive through the Flower
and Fruit Markets, High Court, Fort Museum, Marina Beach, San Thome
Cathedral, The Theosophical Society and Snake Park.
Day 07 - Mysore - Silk & sandalwood
Early
morning board the train for Mysore. From Railway station, you will be
transferred to hotel. After lunch take half-day sight seeing tour of
Mysore visiting the palace of the Maharaja built in 1911-12. The palace is
a harmonious synthesis of the Hindu and saracenic styles of architecture
with magnificient Archways, Domes, Turrets, Colonnades and Sculptures.
Also visit the Art Gallery, drive upto Chamundi hill to see Chamundeshwari
Temple & panoramic view of Mysore. On your way back see the Nandi Bull
-a monolith structure.
Day 08 - Mysore - Sublime expressions of stone.
Full day excursion to Sravanbelagola, Belur and Halebid. At
Sravanbelagola, hewn out of a single rock and visible from a distance of
25 kms is the statue of Lord Gomteshwara, which is bathed with milk ,
sandalwood, saffron once every 12 years. The Chennakesava temple of Belur
built 900 years ago is an exquisite example of Hoysala art. Halebid 's
12th century Hoysaleswara and Kedareswara temples are masterpieces of
Hindu art.
Day 09 - Bangalore - Passing through history.
After breakfast drive to Bangalore (approx 139 Kms. 3 & 1/2 hrs.
drive. En-route visit Srirangapatnam,16 kms from Mysore. This fort was the
stronghold of Tippu Sultan, son of Hyder Ali. Tippu fought a valiant
battle against the British in 1799 before laying down his life. Among the
many fort buildings till intact are Tippu's airy summer palace and his
tomb at the Darya Daulat Bagh (Garden). Also visit Sri Ranganatha Temple.
On arrival transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.)
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Day 10 - Bangalore - India's silicon
valley.
For the first half we take day sightseeing tour of the "Garden City"
which covers the Lal Bagh having variety of old Trees, Fountains, Lotus,
Pools, Terraces and an assortment of Tropical Herbs and Sub - Tropical
Herbs. Also see the Government Buildings and the Maharaja's Palace.
Utilise rest of the day in shopping or personal activities.
Day 11 - Hampi - A city that was
Proceed
to Hampi (350 kms / 7 hrs) - the erstwhile capital city of Vijayanagar
Empire which had Palaces, Temples and sculptures spread all over. The city
was razed to the ground by the Sultanates of South in 1565. Rest of the
day at your discretion or you can explore group of monuments at Hampi.
Day 12 - Hampi - Conversation with the monuments.
Whole day we explore the wealthy monuments of Hampi. Evening return back
to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 13 - Bijapur - Gol Gumbaz - where the silence screams.
Bijapur was the capital of the Adil Shah Kings who left a wealth of
monuments. The most famous is the Gol Gumbaz whose dome is the second
largest in the world. A whisper into the dome on one side gets magnified
12 times and on the other side of the dome is an amazing acoustical
phenomenon. Other buildings to see are Ibrahim Rauza, Gagan Mahal, Bara
Kaman etc.
Day 14 - Goa Baywatch.
After break fast proceed to Goa. Arrive and check in hotel. For the day
you are free to relax.
Day 15 - Goa - Rome in India.
Start half-day sightseeing tour from the slopes of Altinho Hill for a
breathtaking view of Panjim and river Mandovi. Then to Dona-Paula for a
view of India's largest natural harbour-Mormugao. Afterwards visit old Goa
and see the Basillica of Bom Jesus which contains the tomb & mortal
remains of St. Francis Xavierh housed in a silver ornate casket ,
Se.Cathedral- the biggest Church in the East, St. Cajetan- built like St.
Peter (Rome), Church of Our Lady Rosary and St. Monica. Rest of the day at
leisure.
Day 16 - Goa - Mumbai / Out
Morning is free to relax. Later transfer to airport to connect flight for
Mumbai. On arrival at Mumbai connect flight for onward destination.
Contact us for hotels details/options covered in this tour
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* Please request for rate for the period 10th Dec - 5th Jan 2010
| Land Cost includes | Land Cost Excludes |
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Monument Entry Fee List (per person per visit in Indian Rupees)
| Mumbai | Chennai | Bangalore | Cochin | Mysore |
| Elephanta
Caves - 400 Prince Of Wales Museum - 350 |
St. George Fort - 100 Govt. Museum - 300 |
Approx 500 | Approx 50 | Approx 200 |
Hotel used will be as under or equivalent category
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