Andhra Pradesh And Telangana Tour

(A voyage through the history and architecture)

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    Day 01 – Visakhapatnam-Arrival

    Visakhapatnam-Arrival

    On your arrival at Visakhapatnam, a major port city of India – you will be received and welcomed. Transfer to the hotel and relax well.

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    Day 02 – Vizag-Sankaram-Annavaram-Samalkot-Bikkavolu-Rajahmundry (05 hrs)

    Vizag-Sankaram-Annavaram-Samalkot-Bikkavolu-Rajahmundry (05 hrs)

    Visit Buddhist sites at Sankaram with rock-cut stupas and Monastic ruins from 2nd century BCE to 12th century CE. Later, visit Satyanarayana Swamy temple on Ratnagiri Hill in Annavaram. Admire Eastern Chalukyan temple Kumararama Bhimeswara at Samalkot and Bikkavolu to see 9th century Vaishnavite temple with rich carvings. Finally reach Rajahmundry on the banks of Godavari.

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    Day 03 – Rajahmundry-Draksharamam-Ryali-Guntupalli-Vijayawada (260 kms/ 5½ hrs)

    Rajahmundry-Draksharamam-Ryali-Guntupalli-Vijayawada (260 kms/ 5½ hrs)

    Post breakfast, first drive to Draksharamam to visit One of the Pancharamas with unique temple layout – its impressive architecture showcases a blend of Dravidian and Nagara styles. Later, visit Ryali to see the renowned Jaganmohini Kesava Swamy temple. The exquisite idol, made of black stone depicting Maha Vishnu and Mohini on its front and rear sides, is a real marvel of sculptural dexterity. Next visit Guntupalli Caves a Buddhist site with chaityas and viharas. Conclude journey of the day in Vijayawada, an important cultural centre of Andhra Pradesh.

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    Day 04 – Vijayawada-Mogalrajapuram-Undavalli-Mangalagiri-Amravati-Vijayawada

    Vijayawada-Mogalrajapuram-Undavalli-Mangalagiri-Amravati-Vijayawada

    Today, first visit Mogalrajapuram Caves – 5th-century rock-cut Hindu cave shrines, next visit Undavalli Caves – Monolithic cave complex with reclining Vishnu, further visit Mangalagiri – Narasimha temple and local textile heritage and Amaravati – Great Buddhist stupa and ASI museum (Friday Closed), here also visit Hindu temples as Shri Ambadevi and Amareswara. Return back to Vijayawada to stay overnight.

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    Day 05 – Vijayawada-Jaggayapet-Nelakondapalli-Tadvai (300 KMS/ 06 HRS)

    Vijayawada-Jaggayapet-Nelakondapalli-Tadvai (300 KMS/ 06 HRS)

    Today, leave Vijayawada for Tadvai via Jaggayapet Buddhist site dating from 3rd  BCE to 3rd  CE and Nelakondapalli – Nelakondapalli Buddhist Mahastupa: The centrepiece is a large brick-built stupa dating back to 2nd–3rd century CE, surrounded by viharas (monasteries), chaityas, and other structures. Scenic rural drive through forest belt of Eturnagaram/Tadvai Forest. Stay overnight at Tadvai.

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    Day 06 – Tadvai-Palampet-Hanamkonda-Warangal (122 KMS/ 03 HRS Drive)

    Tadvai-Palampet-Hanamkonda-Warangal (122 KMS/ 03 HRS Drive)

    Today, first drive for 50 KMS to Palampet and visit Ramappa Temple a UNESCO site and Kakatiya marvel, after the visit drive further to Hanamkonda to visit Thousand Pillar Temple and Bhadrakali Temple. Finally arrive at Warangal and visit Warangal Fort.

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    Day 07 – Warangal-Ghanpur-Hyderabad (163 KMS/ 03½ HRS Drive)

    Warangal-Ghanpur-Hyderabad (163 KMS/ 03½ HRS Drive)

    Today, first drive to Ghanpur to visit Cluster of ruined temples with Kakatiya art and also visit Kolanupaka for 2000-years-old Jain temple emerald Mahavira idol & Shiva temple. Finally arrive at Hyderabad and check-in to the hotel.

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    Day 08 – Hyderabad

    Hyderabad

    Post breakfast, start the sightseeing of Hyderabad. Visit Charminar, Mecca Masjid and Laad Bazar. Enjoy Hi Tea at Charminar. Also visit Jami mosque and the Paigah palace. Further visit Chow Mahalla Palace and Salar Jung Museum.

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    Day 09 – Hyderabad

    Hyderabad

    Today, visit Golconda Fort, Qutb Shahi Tombs, Hussai Sagar Lake with Buddha statue and also Step well in Secunderabad.

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    Day 10 – Hyderabad-Nagarjunakonda (165 KMS/ 03 HRS)

    Hyderabad-Nagarjunakonda (165 KMS/ 03 HRS)

    Today, drive to Nagarjunakonda, here take a boat ride over the lake, visit the museum and also Buddhist ruins on River Island (Remains closed on Friday)

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    Day 11 – Nagarjunakonda-Srisailam (153 KMS/ 03-04 HRS Drive)

    Nagarjunakonda-Srisailam (153 KMS/ 03-04 HRS Drive)

    Today, drive to Srisailam, check-in to the hotel and visit Jyotirlinga temple in the Nallamala forest. After the visit, rest at the hotel.

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    Day 12 – Srisailam-Alampur-Kurnool (196 KMS/ 05 HRS)

    Srisailam-Alampur-Kurnool (196 KMS/ 05 HRS)

    Post breakfast, drive to Alampur to see Nava Brahma Temples built in Chalukya-era architecture. After the visit, drive to Kurnool and stay overnight at the hotel. Later visit Konda Reddy Fort.

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    Day 13 – Kurnool-Gooty-Belum Caves-Tadipatri-Gandikota (06 HRS Drive)

    Kurnool-Gooty-Belum Caves-Tadipatri-Gandikota (06 HRS Drive)

    Today, first drive to Gooty to see Gooty Fort – a Hilltop ruins with panoramic views and next drive and visit Belum Caves – Longest cave system in India. Next stop will be Tadipatri to visit Chintala Venkataramana Temple with Vijayanagara carvings. Finally arrive at Gandikota and relax for the day.

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    Day 14 – Gandikota-Vontimitta-Penukonda-Lepakshi (310 KMS/ 07 HRS)

    Gandikota-Vontimitta-Penukonda-Lepakshi (310 KMS/ 07 HRS)

    Post breakfast, visit Gandikota Fort – “Grand Canyon of India” with Penna river gorge and then drive for 02 hours to Vontimitta to see Kodandarama Temple – a Vijayanagara-style structure. After the visit drive further to Penukonda for 05 hours and stay overnight.

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    Day 15 – Penukonda-Lepakshi-Nandi Hills-Bangalore (189 KMS/ 04 HRS)

    Penukonda-Lepakshi-Nandi Hills-Bangalore (189 KMS/ 04 HRS)

    In the morning visit, Penukonda to see Fort Town with historical Vijayanagara links. Later, drive to Lepakshi for 01 hour and visit Lepakshi Temple – Hanging pillar & mural-covered ceilings. Later, drive to Nandi Hills – Scenic hill station with Tipu Sultan’s fortress.

    Finally arrive at Bangalore and check-in to the hotel.

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    Day 16 – Bangalore-Departure

    Bangalore-Departure

    Today, transfer to the airport to embark the flight back to home. The tour ends.

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