South India is known for its rich history, unique culture, and stunning natural beauty. This tour package offers the best of South India’s Deccan region, starting from Andhra Pradesh’s historic city of Hyderabad, known for its grand monuments, delicious cuisine, and vibrant culture. The tour then takes you to the ancient and culturally rich city of Hampi in Karnataka, famous for its magnificent ruins, intricate carvings, and beautiful temples. The journey continues to Tamil Nadu’s famous cities of Mahabalipuram and Chennai, known for their stunning beaches, beautiful temples, and delicious local cuisine.

Highlights

  • Visit the famous Charminar and Golconda Fort in Hyderabad
  • Explore the ruins of the ancient city of Hampi
  • Witness the stunning architecture and carvings of the Mahabalipuram temples
  • Relax on the beautiful beaches of Chennai
  • Enjoy delicious South Indian cuisine
  • Experience the unique culture and traditions of South India
  • Visit the beautiful Mysore Palace
  • Explore the beautiful landscapes of the Western Ghats

Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival Hyderabad

On arrival at Hyderabad, transfer to your pre-booked hotel in Hyderabad. After freshening up, go for a half-day sightseeing tour of Hyderabad covering Mecca Masjid, Faluknuma Palace, Safdarjung Museum, and Charminar. Overnight stay at Hyderabad.

Day 2 : Hyderabad – Gulbarga (About 213 KM)

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Gulbarga. On the way take a break at Bidar to visit the 15th-century Bidar Fort and the Bahmani tombs. Check in to your pre-booked hotel on arrival at Gulbarga. Rest for a while then proceed to visit the 15th-century Jama Masjid. By evening, return back to the hotel for a night stay. Overnight stay at Gulbarga

Day 3 : Gulbarga – Bijapur (About 167 KM)

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Bijapur. Check into your pre-booked hotel on arrival at Bijapur. After freshening up proceed for a tour of Bijapur covering Gol Gumbaz and Ibrahim Roza. Return back to the hotel in the evening after the sightseeing. Overnight stay at Bijapur.

Day 4 : Bijapur – Badami (About 120 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Badami, on the way do a sightseeing tour of Badami temples visiting Aihole which is a village, that has a historic temple complex. Check in to your pre-booked hotel on arrival at Badami.  Later, visit the Mahakuteshwara Temple, Northern Fort, and Badami rock-cut caves. Overnight stay at Badami.

Day 5 : Badami – Hospet (About 135 KM)

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Hospet. On the way, halt in Pattadakal- famous for its ten medieval temples representing Chalukyan architecture. On arrival at Hospet, check in to the hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure. Overnight stay at Hospet.

Day 6 : Hospet Sightseeing

Today after breakfast, go for an excursion tour of Hampi one of the most important historical sites. It is located at the distance of about 12 kilometers and is a World Heritage site consisting of the ruins of the medieval city of Vijayanagara. Here you will explore the ruins of the kingdom of Hampi. Later, return back to Hospet. Overnight stay at Hospet.

Day 7 : Hospet – Hassan (About 319 KM)

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Hassan. It is another major historical site that is known for various temples built during the Hoysala dynasty. Check into your pre-booked hotel on arrival at Hassan. The rest of the day is free for leisure. Overnight stay at Hassan.

Day 8 : Hassan – Mysore (About 119 KM)

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Mysore on the way visit Belur and Halebid. Check-in to your pre-booked hotel on arrival at Mysore. After freshening up, go for a sightseeing tour of Mysore including Golden Royal Elephant, Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Zoo, and the Durbar. Overnight stay at Mysore.

Day 9 : Mysore Sightseeing

Today after breakfast, visit the Maharaja Palace, also known as Mysore Palace or the Amba Vilas Palace – the official residence of Wodeyars, the royal family of Mysore, the Nandi or Bull temple at the Chamundi Hills- a temple dedicated to Nandi (Bull), the vehicle of Lord Shiva. The next visit is to St. Philomena’s Church – one of the oldest churches in India. Back to Mysore for visiting the Mysore Zoo. Overnight stay at Mysore.

Day 10 : Mysore – Bangalore (About 145 KM)

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Bangalore. On the way visit Srirangapatna- the capital of Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan. Visit Tipu’s Palace which is now in ruins, Gumbaz- the burial chamber of Tipu Sultan, his father Haider Ali and mother Fatima Begum and lastly, Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, known as Dariya Daulat Palace. Check in to your pre-booked hotel on arrival at Bangalore. After freshening up, visit The Bangalore Fort & Palace, Vidhan Soudha, and Lal Bagh. Overnight stay at Bangalore.

Day 11 : Departure from Bangalore

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the Bangalore airport to board the flight for the return/onward journey. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us and wish you a safe journey.

Tour Costs

No of Pax Cost Per Pax Based on 3 Star Hotels Cost Per Pax Based on 4 Star Hotels
Pax Tour price subject to based on specific dates and Travel Requirements. Tour price subject to based on specific dates and Travel Requirements.
*Subject to change based on the specific dates and availability of hotels.

Hotel Details

City Hotels 3 Star Hotels 4 Star No of Nights
Hyderabad Aditya Sarovar Hometel / Similar Lemon Tree Premier HITEC City / Similar 1 Night(s)
Gulbarga Lumbini Grand Hotel / Similar Citrus Hotel Gulbarga / Similar 1 Night(s)
Bijapur Hotel Ashoka Residency / Similar The Fern Residency Vijayapura / Similar 1 Night(s)
Badami Clarks Inn Badami / Similar Hotel Badami Court / Similar 1 Night(s)
Hospet Hotel Malligi Hospet / Similar Hotel Priyadarshini Pride / Similar 2 Night(s)
Hassan Southern Star Hassan / Similar The Ashhok Hassan / Similar 1 Night(s)
Mysore Hotel Pai Vista / Similar Hotel Fortune JP Palace / Similar 2 Night(s)
Bangalore Regenta Place Cunnigham / Similar Hotel Comfort Inn Insys / Similar 1 Night(s)
*Subject to availability at the time of booking or else similar hotels will be suggested.

Whats included?

  • Accommodation for 10 Nights on a twin / double sharing basis.
  • Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels.
  • Transportation by private air-conditioned car with driver for all arrivals, Departures, sightseeing, and inter-city drives as per the itinerary.
  • Services of English speaking guide at the major destinations.
  • Services of Trip India Representative on all arrivals and departures.
  • Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge
  • All presently applicable luxury taxes.

Whats excluded?

  • Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
  • Items of personal nature like drinks on the table, laundry, telephone bills, etc.
  • Meals other than those mentioned above.
  • Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare/train ticket
  • Still Camera or video charges are levied by some monuments.
  • Any other shopping and personal purchases.
  • Medical Requirements on request.
  •  Service Tax as per government.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.