Deccan Pearl

Duration: 13 Nights & 14 Days

Destinations: HYDERABAD – GULBARGA – BIJAPUR – BADAMI – HOSPET – HAMPI – CHIKMANGALUR – MYSORE – BANGALORE

Tour Highlights: Discover the cultural wonders of South India, beginning in Hyderabad with its historic Charminar and Golconda Fort. Journey through Bidar, Gulbarga, and Bijapur to explore ancient forts, Sufi heritage, and the iconic Gol Gumbaz. Admire Badami’s rock-cut temples and the stunning ruins of Hampi. Enjoy the lush coffee plantations of Chikmagalur, visit the architectural marvels of Belur and Halebid, and explore the grand Mysore Palace. Conclude in Bangalore with visits to its iconic landmarks, merging tradition and modernity.

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Itinerary

DAY 01: ARRIVE HYDERABAD BY INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT

Upon arrival you will meet our travel executive after collecting your luggage & passing customs at arrival hall, he will further assist you with your transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in Hyderabad. (B)

DAY 02: HYDERABAD

After a scrumptious breakfast, enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of Hyderabad. Drive through Salar Jung Museum, Char Minar and other places of Interest. Afternoon tour of magnificent Golconda Fort. Overnight stay in Hyderabad. (B)

DAY 03: HYDERABAD/GULBARGA VIA BIDAR BY ROAD (260KMS/6HRS)

Depart for Gulbarga en-route visiting Bidar to visit the impressive 15th century Bidar Fort and the Bahmani tombs. Rest of the day is free to relax. Overnight stay in Gulbarga. (B)

DAY 04: GULBARGA/BIJAPUR BY ROAD (165KMS/4HRS)

After a delicious breakfast, enjoy the city tour of Gulbarga visiting Gulbarga Fort and the tomb of the great sufi saint for sufi experience. After the tour depart for Bijapur. Overnight stay in Bijapur. (B)

DAY 05: BIJAPUR/BADAMI BY ROAD (120KMS/3-4HRS)

Enjoy a healthy breakfast at your hotel. Get ready for morning tour of Bijapur covering Gol Gumbaz – known to be the second largest tomb in the world and Jama Masjid. Continue your drive to Badami enroute visiting Aihole and Pattadakal “cradle of Indian architecture”, housing over 100 temples scattered around the village. Overnight stay in Badami. (B)

DAY 06: BADAMI/HOSPET BY ROAD (140KMS/4HRS)

After an appetizing breakfast, pay a visit to Badami’s rock cut shrines which originate from the 6th Century before continuing to Hospet. (B)

DAY 07-08: HAMPI

Have a delectable breakfast at hotel. Later visit the ruins of the Vijayanagar empire at Hampi. The unreal boulder-disperse landscape, on the southern banks of the Tungabhadra river, is dotted with the impressive ruins of more than 500 monuments, including beautiful temples. The fort cation’s walls enclose magnificent palaces, royal apartments and treasury buildings. Enjoy walks amid the palace complexes and breath-taking views from the hilltop shrines. (B)

DAY: 09 HAMPI/CHIKMANGALUR BY ROAD (295KMS/6-7HRS)

After breakfast, drive to Chikmangalur and check in at hotel. Overnight stay in Chikmangalur. (B)

DAY: 10 CHIKMANGALUR/MYSORE VIA BELUR AND HALEBID BY ROAD (180KMS/4-5HRS)

In the morning post a delectable breakfast, take a leisurely walk tour to explore Chikmagalur city. Coffee was first cultivated in Chikmagalur, India. It is a heaven for the travelers to enjoy the breathtaking views and unpolluted ambiance of the town. Visit the lush green coffee plantation hills and also visit Horanadu and Baha Budan Giri the major tourist attractions of Chikmagalur. Later drive to Mysore en-route visiting Halebid and Belur. Overnight stay in Mysore. (B)

DAY 11: MYSORE

After an appetizing breakfast visit the beautiful Mysore Palace – the Maharaja’s Palace with its works of art from the world over, See the magnificent crouching Nandi Bull & the Rajendra Art Gallery. Also visit Chamundi Hill to see the panoramic views of the city and in the evening visit Brindavan Gardens, famous for their spectacular musical fountains. Overnight stay in Mysore. (B)

DAY 12: MYSORE/BANGALORE VIA SRIRANGAPATNAM BY ROAD (150KMS/3.5HRS)

After a tasteful breakfast, depart for next destination Bangalore en route visiting Tipu Sultan’s second Palace at Srirangapatnam. Rest of the day is free to relax, or you can explore city on your own. Overnight stay in Bangalore. (B)

DAY 13: BANGALORE

Relish your breakfast in hotel, half day tour of Bangalore visiting Vidhana Soudha - The legislative House of the State of Karnataka, Visvesvaraya Memorial Museum and Bull temple. Afternoon is free to relax. Overnight stay in Bangalore. (B)

DAY 14: DEPART/BANGALORE BY INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT

In morning after a delicious breakfast, depart for Transfer to Bangalore International airport in time to connect your flight to next destination. (B)

Hotel Costs

City	Deluxe	Standard
Winter	AU$ 3609	AU$ 3303
Summer	AU$ 3654	US$ 3310
Hyderabad	The Trident	Lemon Tree Hotel
Gulbarg	Gulbarga Residency	Gulbarga Residency
Bijapur	The Fern Residency	The Fern Residency
Badami	Krishna Heritage	Krishna Heritage
Hampi	Hampi Boulders	Hampi Boulders
Chikmanglur	The Gateway hotel	The Gateway hotel
Mysore	The Windflower Resort & Spa	Sandesh The Prince
Bangalore	The Lalit	ST Marks Hotel

Inclusions

A. HOTEL

· 13 Nights hotel accommodation on Twin/Double sharing basis including all existing taxes.

B. Meals

· Daily breakfast (B) as mentioned in the itinerary.

C. TRANSPORT

· Meeting and assistance on arrival / departure by our airport representative

· Cost based on air-conditioned transport –AC Crysta Innova (02 pax)

· Transfer from airport to hotel and vice-versa.

· Sightseeing, excursion and Surface travel as per programme

D GUIDE

· English Speaking local guide during the sightseeing as per program.

E: ENTRANCE FEES & VISITS

· Included only for 01 visits

Sightseeing Tours:Hyderabad: Half-day city tour including Salar Jung Museum, Char Minar, and Golconda Fort.
Gulbarga: Visit to Gulbarga Fort and the tomb of a great sufi saint.
Bijapur: City tour covering Gol Gumbaz and Jama Masjid.
Badami: Visit to rock-cut shrines and historical sites in Aihole and Pattadakal.
Hampi: Explore Vijayanagar empire ruins, temples, and royal palace complexes.
Chikmangalur: Visit coffee plantations and key attractions like Horanadu and Baha Budan Giri.
Mysore: Visit Mysore Palace, Nandi Bull, Chamundi Hill, and Brindavan Gardens.
Bangalore: Half-day city tour including Vidhana Soudha, Visvesvaraya Memorial Museum, and Bull Temple.

Current applicable taxes

Exclusions

1. ITEMS OF PERSONAL NATURE – such as laundry, table drinks, telephone bills, tips to room boys, drivers, guides, personal clothing including sleeping bags etc.

2. Any Air fare.

3. Visa fee for India to be arranged and paid for directly by the clients. Check VISA rules carefully from your nearest Indian Embassy/ Mission before applying for Indian VISA.

4. Travel & Health Insurance to be arranged and paid for directly by the clients.

5. Airport taxes and fuel surcharges, which are subject to change without notice. Any meals (other than breakfast), drinks, tips, expenses of personal nature.

6. Anything not mentioned in the “Cost Includes” column.