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Central India , despite its rich cultural heritage, remains relatively untouched by tourists. This journey explores the striking landscapes and monuments of the once powerful kingdoms of the Deccan Plateau and discovers the intriguing history and architectural styles of one of India ’s most fascinating regions. |
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Arrive - Mumbai :
Fly from London to Mumbai with Jet Airways. |
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Day 2: |
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Mumbai :
Morning arrival and transfer to the Taj President / Hilton Towers for 1 night. Afternoon tour of Mumbai. |
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Day 3: |
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Mumbai -
Aurangabad :
Morning boat excursion to Elephanta Caves. Afternoon flight to Aurangabad and stay at the Rama International / Ambassador for 2 nights. |
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Day 4: |
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Aurangabad :
Full day tour to Dalautabad, Bibi Ka Maqbara and the exquisite Ellora Caves. |
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Day 5: |
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Aurangabad - Hyderabad :
Morning excursion to the 2nd century BC caves at Ajanta. Overnight train to Hyderabad. |
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Day 6: |
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Hyderabad :
Morning arrival and transfer to the Taj Residency / Taj Banjara for 2 nights. Afternoon visit to Salar Jung Museum , Charminar and Hyderabad ’s markets. |
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Day 7: |
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Hyderabad :
Morning visit to Golconda Fort and Qutb Shahi tombs. |
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Hyderabad -
Gulbarga
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Drive to Gulbarga via Bidar, viewing the ruins of the Bahmani kingdom. Continue to Gulbarga and stay at the Hotel Aditya / Sun International for 1 night. |
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Gulbarga - Bijapur :
This morning explore the capital of the Bahmani Sultans. Afternoon drive to Bijapur and stay for 2 nights in the Madhuban Hotel / Shashi Nag Residency. |
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Bijapur :
Bijapur has some of the finest Islamic architecture in the Deccan. Visit the Jama Masjid, Gol Gumbaz and Ibrahim Rauza.
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Bijapur -
Badami
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Morning drive to Badami via the ancient temples at Aihole and the Pattadakal temples. Stay at the Badami Court Hotel for 1 night. |
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Day 12: |
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Badami - Hospet :
Visit Badami's rock-cut shrines. Continue to Hospet and stay at the Malligi Tourist Home for 2 nights. |
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Hospet :
Full day visit to the ruins of the Vijayanagar empire at Hampi. |
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Hospet - Goa :
Morning drive through the Western Ghats to Goa. Stay 2 nights at the Park Hyatt. |
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Goa :
Day at leisure. Optional excursion to the churches of Panjim (payable locally). |
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Day 16: |
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Goa - London :
Fly from Goa to Mumbai and on to London with Jet Airways. |
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