Day 1: Arrive Mumbai

Upon your arrival in Mumbai, you will be greeted by our representative who will transfer you to your hotel. Check-in and relax for the rest of the day.

 

Day 2: Mumbai

After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of Mumbai. Visit the Gateway of India, the Elephanta Caves, the Prince of Wales Museum, the Crawford Market, and the Marine Drive. In the evening, return to the hotel and relax.

 

Day 3: Mumbai - Aurangabad (Flight)

After breakfast, catch a flight to Aurangabad. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel and take a brief rest. Later, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Aurangabad, including the Bibi Ka Maqbara and the Aurangabad Caves. In the evening, return to the hotel and relax.

 

Day 4: Aurangabad - Visit Ajanta Caves (200kms round)

After breakfast, head out for a full-day excursion to the Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The caves are renowned for their beautiful frescoes and sculptures that depict the life of Buddha. In the evening, return to the hotel and relax.

 

Day 5: Aurangabad - Hyderabad (Flight)

After breakfast, catch a flight to Hyderabad. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel and take a brief rest. Later, explore the city on your own, visiting the Charminar, Mecca Masjid, and the Salar Jung Museum.

 

Day 6: Hyderabad

After breakfast, embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of Hyderabad. Visit the Golconda Fort, the Qutb Shahi Tombs, the Chowmahalla Palace, and the Birla Mandir. In the evening, return to the hotel and relax.

 

Day 7: Hyderabad - Visit Warangal UNESCO World Heritage Sites (300kms round)

After breakfast, proceed for a day trip to Warangal, a UNESCO World Heritage site located about 150 km from Hyderabad. Visit the Warangal Fort, the Thousand Pillar Temple, and the Bhadrakali Temple. In the evening, return to the hotel and relax.

 

Day 8: Hyderabad - Bhubaneshwar (Flight)

After breakfast, catch a flight to Bhubaneshwar. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel and take a brief rest. Later, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Bhubaneshwar, visiting the Lingaraj Temple, the Rajarani Temple, and the Mukteswara Temple. In the evening, return to the hotel and relax.

 

Day 9: Bhubaneshwar - Puri (60kms)

After breakfast, drive to Puri, a beautiful seaside town known for its beaches and the Jagannath Temple. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel and take a brief rest. Later, visit the Jagannath Temple and enjoy some time at the beach. In the evening, return to the hotel and relax.

 

Day 10: Puri - Chilika Lake (55kms one way)

After breakfast, proceed for a day trip to Chilika Lake, a popular bird-watching spot and Asia's largest brackish water lagoon. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake and spot some of the rare migratory birds that flock here during the winter. In the evening, return to the hotel and relax.

 

Day 11: Puri - Bhubaneshwar/ Bangalore (flight)

After breakfast, either take a flight to Bhubaneshwar and spend the day exploring the city's ancient temples and shrines, including the Lingaraj Temple, Mukteswara Temple, and Rajarani Temple. Alternatively, take a flight to Bangalore and check-in to your hotel. You can spend the rest of the day exploring the city's many attractions, such as the Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bangalore Palace, and the Bull Temple.

 

Day 12: Bangalore - Mysore (150kms)

After breakfast at the hotel, take a road trip to Mysore and check-in to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day exploring Mysore Palace, an impressive royal residence, as well as the Chamundi Hills, a popular pilgrimage site, and the Brindavan Gardens, a beautiful park with fountains and musical shows.

 

Day 13: Mysore - Shravanabelagola - Hassan (140kms)

After breakfast at the hotel, take a road trip to Shravanabelagola, a renowned Jain pilgrimage center. Visit the famous Gomateshwara statue, one of the largest monolithic statues in the world, and then continue your journey to Hassan. In Hassan, you can visit the Hoysaleswara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its intricate carvings and architecture.

 

Day 14: Hassan - Hampi (330kms)

After breakfast at the hotel, take a road trip to Hampi and check-in to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day exploring the ruins of the Vijayanagara Empire, including the Virupaksha Temple, the Vittala Temple, and the Elephant Stables.

 

Day 15: Hampi

After breakfast at the hotel, spend the day exploring Hampi and its many attractions. You can visit the Lotus Mahal, an intricately designed palace; the Hazara Rama Temple, known for its elaborate friezes; and the Royal Enclosure, a massive complex of buildings and structures.

 

Day 16: Hampi - Lakkundi - Gadag - Badami (150kms)

After breakfast at the hotel, take a road trip to Badami and en route, visit Lakkundi and Gadag, two lesser-known destinations renowned for their ancient temples and monuments. In Lakkundi, you can explore the Kasi Vishwanatha Temple and the Brahma Jinalaya Temple, while in Gadag, you can visit the Trikuteshwara Temple and the Veeranarayana Temple.

 

Day 17: Badami, Aihole & Pattadakkal

After breakfast at the hotel, explore the cave temples of Badami, a complex of four rock-cut temples dedicated to various Hindu deities. Afterward, visit the ancient town of Aihole, known for its many temples and sculptures, including the Lad Khan Temple and the Durga Temple. Finally, visit Pattadakal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its impressive collection of Hindu and Jain temples.

 

Day 18: Badami - Goa (250kms)

After breakfast at the hotel, take a road trip to Goa and check-in to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the beaches and nightlife of Goa.

 

Day 19: Goa

Goa is a popular tourist destination in India, known for its beautiful beaches, rich history, and unique culture. Some of the must-visit attractions in Goa include the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the remains of St. Francis Xavier, the Fort Aguada, a Portuguese fort built in the 17th century, and the beaches of Calangute and Baga, two of the most popular beaches in Goa.

 

Day 20: Goa

On this day, you can spend the day at leisure or explore some of the lesser-known beaches and attractions of Goa. Some of the offbeat attractions you can visit include the Chapora Fort, which offers stunning views of the Arabian Sea, the Arvalem Caves, ancient rock-cut caves believed to date back to the 6th century, and the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, a haven for birdwatchers and nature lovers.

 

Day 21: Goa - Departure (Flight)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will check-out and take a flight back home or to your next destination, marking the end of your tour. If you have some time before your flight, you can spend some time shopping for souvenirs or exploring the local markets in Goa.

- Assistance on arrival at airport.

- 20 Nights' accommodation in selected price category hotels.

- Daily breakfast at hotels.

- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.

- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.

- Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.

- Bottled drinking water in car.

- Government taxes.

 

Hotels used or similar for 20 nights accommodation

Mumbai x 2 night
3* - Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Hotel Sahil
4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel
5* - Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand Central

Aurangabad x 2 nights
3* - Keys Hotel The Aures/ Aurangabad Gymkhana Club
4* - Ambassador Ajanta / VITS Hotel
5* - WelcomHotel Rama International / Lemon Tree Hotel

Hyderabad x 3 nights
3* - Aditya Park/ Lemon Tree Hotel
4* - Lemon Tree Hotel/ Fortune Park Vallabha
5* - ITC Kakatiya, a Luxury Collection/ Trident Hotel

Bhubaneswar x 1 nights
3* - Kalinga Ashok/ The HHI
4* - Fortune Park Sishmo/ Mayfair Convention
5* - Mayfair Lagoon/ Trident Hotel

Puri x 2 nights
3* - Toshali Sands/ Blue Lily Beach Resort
4* - The Hans Coco Palms/ The Chariot Resort & spa
5* - Mayfair Waves

Bangalore x 1 nights
3* - Ramada/ The Rialto
4* - Fortune Select JP Cosmos/ Lemon Tree Premier Ulsoor Lake
5* - ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection/ ITC Windsor a Luxury Collection

Mysore x 1 nights
3* - Southern Star/Sandesh The Prince
4* - Fortune Park JP Palace/ Grand Mercure
5* - Royal Orchid Brindavan Garden/The Windflower Resort & Spa

Hassan x 1 night
3* - Candy Southern Star/ Pavanputra Resort & Spa
4* & 5* - Hosyala Village Resort/ The Ashok

Hampi x 2 nights
3* - Malligi Hotel/ Krishna Palace
4* - Heritage Resort / Royal Orchid Central Keerti
5* - Hyatt Place/ Hampi Boulders

Badami x 2 night
3* - Rajsangam Hotel/ The Heritage Resort
4* & 5* - Badami Court/ Krishna Heritage

Goa x 3 nights 
3* - Varca Le Palm/ Lambana Resort
4* - Lemon Tree Hotel Candolim/ The Chances Resort & Casino
5* - Zuri Varca Goa White Sand Resort & Casino/ Alila Diwa Goa

- Mumbai - Aurangabad - Hyderabad - Bhubaneswar - Bangalore flight fare approx ?20500 per person in economy class.

- Camera charges at monuments if any.

- Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.

- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc. 

- Gratuities and optional activities.

- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.