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Day 1: Mumbai (Arrival)
Upon arrival at the Mumbai International Airport, meet our representative who’ll assist you in smooth transfer to the hotel for overnight stay. Also known as the ‘Financial Capital of India’, Mumbai was given to Charles II of England on account of his marriage to the Portuguese princess Catherine.
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Day 2: Mumbai (sightseeing)
Post breakfast in the morning, embark on a sightseeing tour of Elephanta Caves, located 10 kilometers away from the ‘Gateway of India’ on an island. Board the motor boat and ride towards the island. Built in the 7th century, Elephanta Caves are a group of rock-cut caves dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the afternoon, explore other tourist attractions in Mumbai which include the Gateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum and Hanging Gardens. By evening, return back to the hotel for overnight stay.
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Day 3: Mumbai - Hyderabad
Post breakfast in the morning, drive to the airport to board the flight to Hyderabad. On reaching Hyderabad airport, move to the hotel. Later in the afternoon, embark on a half day sightseeing tour of Hyderabad covering Mecca Masjid, Faluknuma Palace, Safdarjung Museum and Charminar. Stay overnight in the hotel.
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Day 4: Hyderabad - Gulbarga
Post breakfast in the morning, leave by road for Gulbarga. On the way, halt in Bidar to visit the 15th century Bidar Fort and the Bahmani tombs. On reaching Gulbarga, check into the hotel. Later, go out to visit the 15th century Jama Masjid. By evening, return back to the hotel for night stay.
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Day 5: Gulbarga - Bijapur
Post breakfast in the morning, leave by road for Bijapur. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Later, embark on a tour of Bijapur covering Gol Gumbaz and Ibrahim Roza (built by Adil Shah II for his beloved queen). By evening, return back to the hotel for night stay.
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Day 6: Bijapur - Badami
Post breakfast in the morning, go out for a sightseeing tour of Badami temples. On the way, visit Aihole- the “Cradle of the Indian Architecture”. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel for night stay. Later, visit the Mahakuteshwara Temple, Northern Fort and Badami rock-cut caves. Stay overnight at Badami Court.
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Day 7: Badami - Hospet
Post breakfast in the morning, leave by road for Hospet. On the way, halt in Pattadakal- famous for his ten medieval temples representing Chalukyan architecture. Stay overnight in Hospet.
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Day 8: Hospet
Post breakfast in the hotel, go out to enjoy the tour of Hampi. Here you will explore the ruins of the kingdom of Hampi. Later, return back to Hospet for night stay.
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Day 9: Hospet - Hassan
Post breakfast in the morning, leave by road for Hassan. Upon arrival, check into the hotel for overnight stay.
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Day 10: Hassan - Mysore
Post breakfast in the morning, go out for a sightseeing tour of Belur and Halebid. Later, leave by road for Mysore. Following your arrival in Mysore, check into the hotel for night stay.
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Day 1: Mysore
Today, in the morning, disembark the houseboat and drive to the Cochin airport to board flight back home.
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Day 12: Mysore - Bangalore
Following a leisurely breakfast in the morning, hit the road to Bangalore. On the way, visit Srirangapatnam. Upon arrival in Bangalore, check in at the hotel to rest and relax. In the afternoon, embark on a sightseeing tour of Bangalore- the IT hub of India. The places you will visit here include The Bangalore Fort & Palace, Vidhan Soudha and Lal Bagh. Stay overnight in the hotel.
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Day 13: Departure from Bangalore
Today, with proper assistance, you will be transferred to the international airport to board flight back home.
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