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Escape to Ramoji Film City, a magical realm filled with excitement and wonderful surprises at every turn. As the world’s largest integrated film city and India’s only thematic holiday destination with magic of cinema, there’s something special for you here. Spread across a sprawling 2000 acres Ramoji Film City, set up by Ramoji Group in 1996, is a dreamy celluloid journey. Certified by the Guinness World Records as the world’s largest Film studio complex, Ramoji Film City attracts millions of tourists every year from all over India.

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrive Hyderabad (By Flight)
On your arrival at Hyderabad airport, meet our guide. Begin your tour by visiting the beautiful monument, Char Minar; it is an amazing blend of granite, lime and mortar around which the state of Hyderabad started.

With four great gates, Char Minar is the oldest mosque in the Hyderabad. You then head to Mecca Mosque, the biggest Mosque in Hyderabad. The structure of the mosque is similar to that of Mecca Madina in Saudi Arabia. It is one of the largest mosques in India, which can accommodate thousand of devotees at a time.

Further, you visit the Qutaub Shahi Tomb, which represents the architectural tradition of Qutub Shahi dynasty. The tombs are set up in different styles, depicting Hindu, Persian and Pathan forms.

Day 02 Hyderabad
After breakfast, pay your visit to famous Birla temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple is a great blend of three different architectures; South-Indian, Utkala and Rajasthan. Settled at an altitude up to 280 ft, the temple offers you an amazing view of the city. You then head to the Salarjung Museum, which is a storehouse of various historic artifacts of the country. The collections include several Jade daggers belonging to Emperor Jahangir, Noor Jahan and Shah Jahan and the wardrobe of Tipu Sultan.

Further, enjoy the boat ride at Hussain Sagar Lake. Soothing your mind and soul, Hussain Sagar is one of the pristine lakes of Hyderabad. During your ride you can see the huge statue of Buddha standing on the ‘Rock of Gibraltar’ in the centre.

Located near to Hussain Sagar, you can also relish the picturesque NTR garden. The garden looks amazing with colorful flowers.

Now, proceed towards the fascinating laser show at Lumbini Gardens. It is one of the prime attractions, where you get to see the water shot up in sky, making a water screen.

Day 03 Hyderabad – Ramoji FC (By Road) (35 Kms. / 1H 10M appx.)
This day is quite exciting and fun filled. Proceed to Ramoji Film City and explore the place with the tour guide.

Ramoji is one of the largest integrated film studios (certified by Guinness book of World records) which offer spectacular locations, games, rides, shows and other unlimited fun. There are number of films directed here in different languages; whether Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Bengali.

Packed with all natural and artificial entertainment options including picturesque landscapes, film-sets, amusement parks, statues, lamps, miniatures and hotels; Ramoji is truly a wonderland.

Day 04 Ramoji FC – Hyderabad (By Road) (35 Km/ 1H) / Dep. Hyderabad
After breakfast, time to explore Ramoji Film City.
Later, transfer to Hyderabad airport for flight to onward destination.

Hotels

City Night (s) 5* Hotels
Hyderabad 02 Taj Banjara
Ramoji FC 01 Sitara Luxury Hotel

Includes

– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 03 nights hotel accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees to the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
– Offer sincere prayers at revered mosques; Charminar and the grand Mecca Mosque.
– Walk around the Qutub Shahi Tomb, which represents the Qutub Shahi Dynasty.
– Enjoy the light and sound show at Golconda Fort, one of the architectural wonders in Hyderabad.
– Get familiar with antique Indian artifacts at Salarjung Museum.
– Pay a visit to Birla Temple; beautiful Hindu shrine in Hyderabad.
– Indulge in boat ride in Husain Sagar Lake; with divine natural beauty, the lake also features statue of Buddha.
– Visit to NTR garden; the garden offers various exciting activities like joy ride across the park and boating.
– Explore the Ramoji Film City, a wonderland with all entertainment options.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private AC vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes

– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

]]> Andhra Pradesh Coastal Tour https://www.opulentroutes.com/tour/andhra-pradesh-coastal-tour/ Mon, 01 Jun 2020 05:10:10 +0000 http://www.opulentindiasia.com/?post_type=tour&p=3796

Andhra Pradesh is an Indian state blessed with several attractions for the tourists with different tastes. It holds magnificent temples, beautiful beaches, and more. A tour to this spectacular state makes the tourists explore some of the ancient temples boasting pleasant serenity and spirituality. Coastal areas of this state are no exceptions.

This 09 Nights and 10 Days of itinerary take the tourists to a tour of Coastal Andhra Pradesh. The tour starts from Vijaywada. Quite a lot of spectacular temples such as Penugonda Sri Vasavi Kanyaka Parameswari Temple, Ryali Jaganmohini Kesava Swamy Temple and Draksharamam Bheemeswara Swamy Temple can be explored in this journey.

Other prominent highlights of the trip are enjoying Bhadrachalam boating, visiting Dwarka Tirumala, traversing through temples of Srikakulam, enjoying Vizag local sightseeing and more. This tour is a meticulously designed itinerary to explore the coastal tourist attractions of Andhra Pradesh in a congenial and comprehensive way.

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrive Vijayawada (By Flight)
On arrival at Vijayawada Airport/ Railway station, meet our tour representative who will be there for your welcome and thereafter to transfer you to your already booked hotel in Vijaywada.
Check in at the hotel and take pleasure of a relaxing overnight stay.

Day 02 Vijayawada
In the morning after breakfast, we will leave for the local sightseeing tour of Vijaywada. In our day tour, we will be visiting Mangalagiri Panakala Narsimhaswamy Temple. This temple is located on the hill and is listed among one of the eight Vaishnava Kshetram that are self manifested. After exploring this beautiful temple, we will head towards Undavalli Caves that are regarded as a gigantic example of Indian rock-cut architecture. Located in Undavalli of Guntur district in Andhra Pradesh state in India, these caves were made out of solid sandstone on a hillside in the 4th to 5th centuries A.D.

Thereafter, we will cross through Prakasam Barrage, which is long stretch across the Krishna River connecting Guntur and Krishna districts and afterwards visit Bhavani Island. Located in the midst of the Krishna River at Vijayawada, the island lies at the upstream of Prakasam Barrage and is regarded as one of the largest river island with 133 acres of area. Later in the evening, we will pay a visit to Durga Temple which is located at Indrakeeladri.
Enjoy an overnight stay in the hotel in Vijayawada.

Day 03 Vijayawada – Rajahmundry (By Road) (160 Kms. / 3H 30M appx.)
Today after breakfast in the morning, we will check out from the hotel in Vijayawada and drive to Rajahmundry. En-route, we will visit Penugonda Sri Vasavi Kanyaka Parameswari Temple, which is the birth place of Vasavi Matha. It enshrines the triple deities- Sri Nagareswaraswamy, Mahishasuramardini and Mother Kanyakaparameswari. Afterwards, we will head towards Ryali Jaganmohini Kesava Swamy Temple that has a shrine of Sri Jagan Mohini Keshava Swamy which is made up of single stone (Salagrama Ekashila – 5 feet height and 3ft width).

The idol in the temple looks like Sri Vishnu (male) from front side and as Mohini (female) from rear side. Further, we will head towards Draksharamam Bheemeswara Swamy Temple. This temple is listed among one of the five powerful temples of Lord Siva and is known as Pancharama Kshetras. Later in the evening, we will reach at our final destination for the day i.e. Rajahmundry. On arrival, check in at the already booked hotel and have a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 04 Rajahmundry – Bhadrachalam (By Road) (201 Kms. / 4H 20M appx.)
We will start our day a bit early in the morning today and check out from the hotel in Rajahmundry to drive to Polavaram revu/ Pattiseema revu / Purushothapatnam Revu, which is about 35 km away. On reaching, we will board the boat from here and have breakfast in the boat itself. Afterwards, we will enjoy boat journey and head towards Bhadrachalam.

On the way, we will be visiting Posammagandi, Polavaram, Devipatnam, Papi Hills (Papi Kondalu) and Perantapalli Village. Afterwards, enjoy vegetarian Lunch in the boat. Thereafter, we will travel to Koida or Pochavaram from Perantapalli by small boat. From Koida or Pochavaram, we will drive to Bhadrachalam, which is about 85 km away. On reaching, check in at the pre-booked hotel and have an overnight stay.

Day 05 Bhadrachalam – Dwarka Tirumala – Rajahmundry (235 Km/ 6H 10M)
Today, we will again start our day a bit early in the morning and visit Seetha Ramachandra Swamy Temple, a famous temple devoted to Lord Rama. We will also visit Parnasala, a Village located in the Dummugudem mandal in the Khammam district of Telangana in India and is about 40 km away. Thereafter, we will return back to Bhadrachalam and check out from the hotel to drive to Dwaraka Tirumala.

En-route, we will visit Maddi Anjaneya Swamy Temple. Nested at Guruvaigudem in West Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh state in India, the temple is one of the famous temples of Lord Hanuman. Further, we will visit Lord Venkateswara Temple. It is a landmark vaishnavite temple located in the hill town of Tirumala at Tirupati in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India. The Temple is devoted to Lord Venkateswara, a living form of Vishnu.

Afterwards, we will proceed to Rajahmundry, our final destination for the day.
On reaching, check in at the hotel and take pleasure of a relaxing overnight stay.

Day 06 Rajahmundry – Annavam – Vizag (By Road) (191 Kms. / 4H 30M)
We will visit Satyanaraya Swamy Temple and perform Vratham. It is located on the Ratnagiri hill. Afterwards, we will head towards Vizag. On reaching, check in at the pre-booked hotel and rest for some time. Later in the evening, we will leave for the local sightseeing of Vizag. In our sightseeing tour, we will be visiting Kailasagiri which is a hilltop park in the city of Visakhapatnam that overlooks beaches and forests.

Further, we will visit Submarine Museum that is set up at the Rama Krishna Beach in Visakhapatnam. It is the first submarine that tuned up into a museum in Asia and second in the World. Thereafter, we will head towards RK Beach. The Rama Krishna Mission Beach is one of the most famous beach parks in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. It gets its name from the Ramakrishna Mission ashrama located across the Beach Road from the park.

After spending some quality time here, we will return back to the hotel for an overnight stay in Vishakhapatnam (Vizag).

Day 07 Vizag – Araku Valley (By Road) (114 Kms. / 3H 40M appx.)
After breakfast in the morning, we will leave from Vizag to Araku Valley.
On the way, we will be visiting Borra Caves also named as Borra Guhalu in Telugu language. The caves are one of the largest in the country located at a height of about 2,313.0 ft. It distinctly exhibits a wide range of speleothems ranging in size and irregularly shaped stalactites and stalagmites. After exploring the beautiful Borra caves, we will continue our drive to Araku Valley and explores its beautiful surroundings.

On arrival, visit Araku Valley.
Overnight in Araku Valley.

Day 08 Araku Valley – Vizag (By Road) (114 Kms. / 3H 40M appx.)
After breakfast, drive back to Visakhapatnam or Vizag.
City tour of Vizag.

we will visit Simhachalam Narasimha Swamy Temple, a temple located at the top of the hill. Further, we will visit Thotlakonda Buddhist Complex, one of the important tourist spot of Vizag. It got its name from the Telugu word “Thotti” which in means well and “Konda” which stands for mountains. The complex has over 12 wells that are used by Buddhist monks for storing drinking water.

Day 09 Vizag – Srikakluam – Vizag (By Road) (117 Kms. / 2H 50M – One Way)
In the morning after breakfast, we will head towards Srikakulam for a day tour. Here, we will be visiting the Sun Temple at Arasavelli, a temple dedicated to the Hindu solar deity Surya. Further, we will be visiting Srikurmam Temple.

This temple is devoted to Sri Kurmanatha, the second avatar of Lord Vishnu, Kurma Avatar (Tortoise). We will also visit Srimukhalingeswara Temple, a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Afterwards, we will return back to hotel in Vizag for an overnight stay.

Day 10 Depart Vizag (By Flight)
Departre transfer to Vizag airport for flight to onward destinatinon.

Hotels

Place Night (s) 5* Hotels
Vijayawada 02 Novotel Vijayawada
Rajahmundry 01 Shelton Rajamahendri
Bhadrachalam 01 AP Tourism Haritha
Rajahmundry 01 Shelton Rajamahendri
Vizag 01 Novotel Varun Beach
Araku Valley 01 AP Tourism Haritha Valley
Vizag 02 Novotel Varun Beach

Includes

– Meeting and assistance by our representative.
– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– 09 nights Hotel Accommodation.
– Transport, Parking, Gasoline & Toll ways.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fee to any monuments.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– Local guides during the sightseeing.
– All Transfers, Sightseeing and Overland drive as per the itinerary by an air-conditioned Transport.
– All Taxes.

Excludes

– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

]]> Classical Andhra Pradesh Tour https://www.opulentroutes.com/tour/classical-andhra-pradesh-tour/ Mon, 01 Jun 2020 05:09:02 +0000 http://www.opulentindiasia.com/?post_type=tour&p=3797

On the solid pillars of natural resources, rich culture and history, Andhra Pradesh promulgate itself as an imposing tourist destination in India. The state is the responsible curator of some unique and some beautiful and lesser known destinations. Andhra’s varied cultural heritage is visible in its monuments like the Buddhist site at Nagarjunakonda and hilltop Hindu temple at Tirupati. The state has distinctive handicrafts and includes ikat textile, pearl jewellery and metal bidri work. Offering beaches along the Bay of Bengal, several picturesque temples and ancient caves is Vishakhapatnam, which is also one of the most popular tourist attractions in the state.

Orissa, the state having historical importance, is located on the east coast of India. The state with an area of 155,820 Sq Kms, is bordered on the north by Jharkhand, on the North East by West Bengal, on the south by Andhra Pradesh, on the west by Chhattisgarh and on the east by Bay of Bengal. Orissa has long coastline and is enriched in mineral wealth. The western and northern portions of the state, are occupied by the Eastern Ghats range and Chota Nagpur plateau. The fertile alluvial lands spread over the coastal plain and the valleys of the river Mahanadi, Brahmani and Baitarani.

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrive Hyderabad (By Flight)
Once you arrive in Hyderabad at the airport, meet our representative who helps you with an assisted transfer to your hotel. Spend the day at leisure, doing activities of your interest. Interact with the locals, explore the surroundings on foot, eat the world-famous Hyderabadi Biryani, visit the local markets and shop for antiques. Stay overnight.

Day 02 Hyderabad
After breakfast, city tour of Hyderabad starting with the Charminar Gate- Hyderabad’s biggest landmark with four ornate minarets held together by 4 massive arches. The monument was built in 1591 by Mohammed Quli Qutab Shah.

Later in the day, visit Salar Jung Museum- the third largest museum in the country and Mecca Mosque- one of the oldest as well as largest in the country. The evening is for attending Sound & Light show at the Golconda Fort. Stay overnight.

Day 03 Hyderabad – Warrangal (By Road) (150 Kms. / 3H appx.)
After breakfast, depart by road for Warangal. On the way, stop at the Carpet weaving center in Pembarthi Villageng. The next visit en-route is Kolanupaka Temple, a Jain religious site that is 2000 years old. On reaching Warangal, formerly known as Orugallu, check-in at your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities. Stay overnight.

Day 04 Warrangal – Khammam (By Road) (120 Kms / 2H 40M appx.)
After breakfast, in the morning, you visit Ramappa Temple- an ancient temple, constructed during the 12th century at the time of Kakatiyas reign. The next visit is Thousand Pillared Temple- erected in 1163 AD by King Rudra Dev of Kakatiya dynasty.

Later explore the Warangal Fort- constructed during the 13th century and quite famous for its delicately carved arches and pillars. Continue to Khammam by road. On arrival, check into your pre-booked hotel. If time and energy permit, you can explore the surroundings on foot. Stay Overnight.

Day 05 Khammam – Vijayawada (By Road) (132 Kms. / 2H 55M appx.)
In the morning, visit the Sree Seetha Ramachandra Swamy Temple, located on the banks of river Godavari. This temple, dedicated to Lord Ram, was constructed during the 17th century. Later, begin driving to Vijayawada. Upon arrival, get transferred to your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities such as interacting with the locals, exploring the surroundings on foot. Stay overnight.

Day 06 Vijayawada
The morning of day 6 is for a day trip to Kondapali Village. The inhabitants of this village are famous for making unique wooden toys from Tella Poniki wood that is found only in the hills of the region. These toys are later meticulously painted.

The next visit is Kanaka Durga Temple, an ancient temple located on the banks of river Krishna, dedicated to Goddess Kanaka Durga. The evening is for exploring the Undavalli Caves, carved out of solid sandstone in the 4th and 5th centuries A.D Stay overnight.

Day 07 Vijayawada – Kakinada (By Road) (222 Kms. / 4H 55M appx.)
After breakfast, hit the road to go to Kakinada. On the way, halt to explore a quaint French Church made during the 18th century and later visit a Serene Cemetery. The last en-route visit is Draksharamam Temple, a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

The temple has various inscriptions carved on it related to the traditions of Chola and Chalukyan dynasties. On arrival in Kakinada, complete the check-in formalities at your hotel for an overnight stay. If time and energy permit, you can explore the surroundings on foot.

Day 08 Kakinada – Vishakapatnam (By Road) (152 Km / 3H 15M appx.)
After breakfast, drive to Visakhapatnam. On the way, stop at Sankaram- an important site for Buddhist devotees. This place has 2 mesmerizing images of Lord Buddha and Stupas that can be dated back to the 1st century AD. You can also visit some nearby rock-cut temples.

Later, visit the Simhachalam Temple situated on a hilltop, this is a beautiful temple with 16 delicately carved pillars. On reaching Visakhapatnam, check-in your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 09 Vishakapatnam
After breakfast, full day city tour of Vishakaptnam.
Overnight in Vishakapatnam.

Day 10 Vishakapatnam – Gopalpur (By Road) (286 Kms. / 6H 10M appx.)
After breakfast, drive to Gopalpur on Sea. On the way, halt at Arasavalli temple, an ancient temple of Suryanarayana Swamy. The idol of the deity in this temple has been made in such a manner that its feet are adorned with the first rays of the sun twice a year.

Later, continue driving passing through some of the most fertile land rice fields, banana and jackfruit plantations in abundance. On reaching Gopalpur on Sea, complete the check-in formalities at your hotel. If you want, you can explore the surroundings on foot or visit the beach as the day is at leisure. Stay overnight.

Day 11 Gopalpur – Udaygiri – Puri (By Road) (148 Kms. / 4H 20M appx.)
In the morning, after breakfast, begin driving towards Puri.

On the way visit Udagiri Caves.
Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, formerly called Kattaka Caves or Cuttack caves, are partly natural and partly artificial caves of archaeological, historical and religious importance near the city of Bhubaneswar in Odisha, India.

After arriving, check-in your hotel.
Post lunch, leave for sightseeing in Puri, Visit the well-known Jagannath Temple- dedicated to Lord Jagannath, Gundicha Mandir- called the Garden House of Jagannath and the nearby village of the artisans.
Stay overnight.

Day 12 Puri
After breakfast, full day enjoy leisure and beach in Puri.
Overnight in Puri.

Puri is a city and a Municipality in the state of Odisha in eastern India. It is the district headquarters of Puri district and is situated on the Bay of Bengal, 60 kilometres south of the state capital of Bhubaneswar.

Day 13 Puri –Konark–Ratnagiri –Lalitgiri– Bhubaneshwar (285 Km/ 6H 50M)
Today, post breakfast, begin driving towards Bhubaneshwar, en-route stop to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Konarak Sun Temple, also known as the Black Pagoda, constructed during the 13th century. The next visit is the Fisherman’s village, take a stroll around the village or observe the locals doing their daily chores.

Later, visit Ratnagiri and Lalitgiri sites.

Ratnagiri is the site of a ruined mahavihara, once the major Buddhist monastery in modern Odisha, India. It is located on a hill in between the Brahmani and Birupa rivers in Jajpur district.

Lalitagiri is a major Buddhist complex in the Indian state of Odisha comprising major stupas, ‘esoteric’ Buddha images, and monasteries, one of the oldest sites in the region. Together with the Ratnagiri and Udayagiri sites, Lalitagiri is part of Puspagiri University located on top of hills of the same names.

After, proceed to Bhubaneshwar.
On arrival, city tour of Bhubaneshwar.
Stay overnight.

Day 14 Depart Bhubaneshwar (By Flight)
After breakfast, city tour of Kolkata.

Bhubaneswar is an ancient city in India’s eastern state of Odisha, formerly Orissa. Many temples built from sandstone are dotted around Bindu Sagar Lake in the old city, including the 11th-century Hindu Lingaraja Temple. Outside Rajarani Temple are sculpted figures of the guardians of the 8 cardinal and ordinal directions. Jain antiques, weaponry and indigenous pattachitra paintings fill the Odisha State Museum.

Later, transfer to Bhubaneshwar airport for flight to onward destination.

Hotels

Place Night (s) 5* Hotels
Hyderabad 02 Taj Banjara
Warrangal 01 Grand Gayathri
Khammam 01 Grand Gaayathri
Vijayawada 02 Novotel Vijayawada
Kakinda 01 Grand Kakinada by GRT
Vishakapatnam 02 Novotel Varun Beach
Gopalpur 01 Mayfair Palms Beach
Puri 02 Mayfair Heritage
Bhubaneshwar 01 Mayfair Lagoon

Includes

– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 13 nights hotel accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees to the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
– Guided tours to the Charminar and Mecca Masjid in Hyderabad.
– Visit Kolanupaka Temple, a 2000-yr Jain religious site
– Explore the ruins Warangal Fort in Warangal
– Visit to visit the Sree Seetha Ramachandra Swamy Temple, Khammam
– A day trip to Kondapali Village, well-known for its special wooden toys, near Vijayawada
– Guided tour of Undavalli Caves, Vijayawada
– Stop at Sankaram- an important site Buddhist, en-route Visakhapatnam
– Halt at Arasavalli temple, an ancient temple of Suryanarayana Swamy, on the way to Gopalpur on Sea
– Visit Jagannath Puri temple in Puri for Darshan
– Explore visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Konarak Sun Temple, en-route Bhubaneshwar
– A day trip to Buddhist sites of Lalitgiri, Ratnagiri and Udayagiri
– Covering all major monuments and acitivties throughout the tour.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private AC vehicle.
– All taxes.

– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 13 nights hotel accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees to the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
– Guided tours to the Charminar and Mecca Masjid in Hyderabad.
– Visit Kolanupaka Temple, a 2000-yr Jain religious site
– Explore the ruins Warangal Fort in Warangal
– Visit to visit the Sree Seetha Ramachandra Swamy Temple, Khammam
– A day trip to Kondapali Village, well-known for its special wooden toys, near Vijayawada
– Guided tour of Undavalli Caves, Vijayawada
– Stop at Sankaram- an important site Buddhist, en-route Visakhapatnam
– Halt at Arasavalli temple, an ancient temple of Suryanarayana Swamy, on the way to Gopalpur on Sea
– Visit Jagannath Puri temple in Puri for Darshan
– Explore visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Konarak Sun Temple, en-route Bhubaneshwar
– A day trip to Buddhist sites of Lalitgiri, Ratnagiri and Udayagiri
– Covering all major monuments and acitivties throughout the tour.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private AC vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes

– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

]]> Highlights of Andhra Pradesh https://www.opulentroutes.com/tour/highlights-of-andhra-pradesh/ Mon, 01 Jun 2020 05:08:21 +0000 http://www.opulentindiasia.com/?post_type=tour&p=3798

Major destinations covered in the itinerary are Hyderabad, Warangal, Nagarjunkonda and Vijayawada. Some of the major highlights of the trip are enjoying sightseeing tour in Hyderabad, exploring temples and forts in Warangal, traversing through the wonderful citiy Vijayawada, and enjoying laze around on the sandy beaches. This tour perfectly blends a nature tour and spiritual excursion.

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrive Hyderabad (By Flight)
On your arrival at the Hyderabad Airport, get welcomed and assisted by the representative and transferred to your hotel.
Check in and freshen up. After taking a little rest, if time permits, explore the nearby attractions. You may enjoy gradual walks down the streets, communicate with the locals or enjoy street food.
Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 02 Hyderabad
In the morning, after breakfast, get ready to visit some of the architectural heritage sites of Hyderabad. Enjoy guided tour to the royal Tombs of the Qutb Shahi Kings and the magnificent Golkonda Fort. Thereafter, visit Nizams Museums, Birla Temple, etc.

Visit the biggest ‘One Man Collection’ – Salarjung Museum. Here, at this national museum, you may find paintings, ceramics, sculptures, metallic artifacts, carvings, manuscripts, clocks, carpets, and textiles. Additionally, a huge collection of furniture from Persia, Japan, Europe, Burma, North America, China, Egypt, and Nepal, are pleasurable to watch.

Later, you may proceed to the second biggest Mosque of India, Charminar, also popular as The Arc de Triomphe of the east. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Later return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03 Hyderabad – Warrangal (By Road) (150 Kms. / 3H appx.)
Post breakfast, drive to Warangal.
En route, visit Pembarti Village for its Brass making, the carpet weaving center and Kulpakji (Kolanupaka) for the 2000 years Jain Temple. On your arrival at hotel in Warangal, check in, freshen up and take a little rest. You may use the remaining hours of the day to explore the nearby attractions.
Dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.

Day 04 Warrangal
After breakfast, visit Shri Bhadrakali temple, Khush Mahal – A Masterpiece of Architecture of the era that is attributed to the Tughluqs who ruled Delhi.Later Light and sound show at Warangal Fort.
The fort has four ornamental gates The Kakatiyan arch has been adopted and officially incorporated into the Emblem of Telangana.
Overnight in Warrangal.

Day 05 Warrangal – Vijaywada (By Road) (250 Kms. / 5H appx.)
Early in the morning, after breakfast, visit the 1000 Pillar Temple, Ramappa Temple. In this temple, there are sculpted figures drawn on the wall panels, ceiling and pillars, all inspired from Hindu mythology. Also visit various mud-brick forts that today are in ruins. Thereafter, drive to Vijayawada. On your arrival at Vijayawada hotel, check in and halt for an overnight stay.

Day 06 Vijaywada
In the morning, after breakfast, enjoy guided tour to Kondapali Village and explore the unique wooden Toys. Thereafter, visit Kanaka Durga Temple. Here, at this ancient living temple, you may find inscriptions of different dynasties. Later in the afternoon, visit a finest testimonial of ancient Vishwakarma Sthapathis, Undavalli Caves. After a full day excursion, return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 07 Vijaywada – Nagarjuna Sagar (By Road) (170 Kms. / 4H 30M appx.)
Post breakfast, drive to Nagarjuna Sagar. On your arrival at hotel in Nagarjuna Sagar, check in and take a little rest. Later, in the afternoon, visit the Nagarjuna Konda and Anupu – the Amphitheatre. Also pay a visit to various other Buddhist remains in the area.
Return to your hotel for dinner and halt for an overnight stay.

Day 08 Nagarjuna Sagar – Hyderabad (By Road) (180 Kms. / 4H appx.)
In the Morning a Enjoy a Boat ride to Nagarjunakonda one of the India’s richest buddhist sites. Return back to Nagarjuna Sagar. Post lunch proceed to Hyderabad.
On arrival Enjoy light and sound show in the evening at Golconda fort.

Day 09 Depart Hyderabad (By Flight)
Departure transfer to Hyderabad International airport for flight to onward destination.

Hotels

City Night (s) 5* Hotels
Hyderabad 02 Taj Banjara
Warrangal 02 Grand Gayathri
Vijaywada 02 Novotel Vijayawada
Nagarjuna 01 AP Tourism Haritha
Hyderabad 01 Taj Banjara

Includes

– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 08 nights hotel accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees to the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
– Sightseeing in Hyderabad.
– Visit Pembarti Village and Kulpakji (Kolanupaka), Warangal.
– Guided tour to Kondapali Village, Kanaka Durga Temple and Undavalli Caves, Vijayawada.
– Visit the Nagarjuna Konda and Anupu, Nagarjuna Sagar.
– Covering all major monuments and acitivties throughout the tour.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private AC vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes

– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

]]> Andhra Pradesh Culture, Pilgrim, Beach & Mountain Tour https://www.opulentroutes.com/tour/andhra-pradesh-culture-pilgrim-beach-mountain-tour/ Mon, 01 Jun 2020 05:07:43 +0000 http://www.opulentindiasia.com/?post_type=tour&p=3799

Andhra Pradesh is counted as one of the frontrunners in the field of diversified tourist destinations in India. Classified as verdant valleys, hills, serene lakes, meadows, exotic beaches, national parks, breathtaking hill stations; the state has a bountiful of natural attractions. However, if you look through its other delights, majestic palaces, memorials, monuments and tombs are most likely to catch your interest.

Encapsulating a delightful mix of both the natural and artificial attractions, Andhra Pradesh tour packages provides an excellent opportunity to explore the vibrancy, culture and natural beauty of the state.

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrive Hyderabad (By Flight)
On your arrival at the Hyderabad Airport, get welcomed and assisted by the representative and transferred to your hotel. Check in and freshen up. After taking a little rest, if time permits, explore the nearby attractions. You may enjoy gradual walks down the streets, communicate with the locals or enjoy street food. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 02 Hyderabad
In the morning, after breakfast, get ready to visit some of the architectural heritage sites of Hyderabad. Enjoy guided tour to the royal Tombs of the Qutb Shahi Kings and the magnificent Golkonda Fort. Thereafter, visit Nizams Museums, Birla Temple, etc.

Visit the biggest ‘One Man Collection’ – Salarjung Museum. Here, at this national museum, you may find paintings, ceramics, sculptures, metallic artifacts, carvings, manuscripts, clocks, carpets, and textiles. Additionally, a huge collection of furniture from Persia, Japan, Europe, Burma, North America, China, Egypt, and Nepal, are pleasurable to watch.

Later, you may proceed to the second biggest Mosque of India, Charminar, also popular as The Arc de Triomphe of the east. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 03 Hyderabad – Raichur (By Road) (208 Kms. / 4H 30M appx.)
After breakfast, drive to Raichur.
On arrival, proceed to Shree Vyankateshwar Temple, Raghvendra Swami Mantralay, Sai temple, Raichur Fort.
Overnight in Raichur.

Day 04 Raichur – Kuravpur – Raichur (By Road)
Proceed to Kuravpur Krishna river by a small elliptical boat (Putti or Theppa) to reach island. Visit holy Sripada Vallabha Paduka Mandir one of the ancient Temple and God Datta his TAPSYA BHUMI Shreepad Vallabh lived for 14 years in this area. Later Visit 1000 years old Banyan tree.
Evening return back to Raichur

Day 05 Raichur – Srisailam (By Road) (278 Kms. / 6H 50M appx.)
Early morning, proceed to Srisailam.

Srisailam is one of the most important pilgrimage centers of Lord Shiva in India, and it’s one of tSrisailam is one of the most important pilgrimage centers of Lord Shiva in India, and it’s one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. Srisailam, also known as Sriparvata is situated in the Rishabgiri Hills on the banks of River Krishna in Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh. Also Visit Bhramaramba Devi Temple One of the fifty two Shakti Peethas.

Later Proceed to visit Sakshi ganesh, Paladhara-panchdhara, Haatkeshwar temple, Shikhreshwara, PataalGanga.he twelve Jyotirlingas. Srisailam, also known as Sriparvata is situated in the Rishabgiri Hills on the banks of River Krishna in Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh. Also Visit Bhramaramba Devi Temple One of the fifty-two Shakti Peethas.

Day 06 Srisailam – Nagarjuna (By Road) (184 Km/ 4H 40M)
Post breakfast, drive to Nagarjuna Sagar. On your arrival at hotel in Nagarjuna Sagar, check in and take a little rest.

Later, in the afternoon, visit the Nagarjuna Konda and Anupu – the Amphitheatre.
Also pay a visit to various other Buddhist remains in the area.
Return to your hotel for dinner and halt for an overnight stay.

Day 07 Nagarjuna – Vijayawada (By Road) (254 Kms. / 5H 30M appx.)
In the Morning a Enjoy a Boat ride to Nagarjunakonda one of the India’s richest buddhist sites.
Return back to Nagarjuna Sagar.
Later, proceed to Vijaywada.

Visit magnificent rock-cut architecture Undavalli Caves also known as monolithic rock cut cave.
Evening free time for relaxation.

Day 08 Vijayawada – Pithapuram – Kakinada (By Road) (232 Km/ 5H 42M)
Today visit Kanaka Durga Temple This is the place where Arjuna obtained the Pashupatha astra after his great penance for Lord Shiva. Later proceed to Pithapuram considered one of the first complete avatars (incarnations) of the deity Dattaatreya in Kali Yuga.

Visit ancient temple of Lord Shiva Sri Kukkuteswara Swamy Temple. Later visit Sripad Srivallabh Mandir (Swayambhu) Datta Darbar, Sripad Srivallabh Mahasanthan, Anagha Datta Kshetram, Visit Shree Satyanarayan mandir.

Later, drive to Kakinada.
Overnight in Kakinada.

Day 09 Kakinada
Day 10 Kakinada
Beach Relax.
Overnight in Kakinada.

Day 11 Kakinada – Vishakapatnam (By Road) (154 Kms. / 3H 10M appx.)
After breakfast, drive to Vishakapatnam.
On arrival, city tour of Vishakapatnam.
Overnight in Vishakapatnam.

Visakhapatnam is a port city and industrial center in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, on the Bay of Bengal. It’s known for its many beaches, including Ramakrishna Beach, home to a preserved submarine at the Kursura Submarine Museum. Nearby are the elaborate Kali Temple and the Visakha Museum, an old Dutch bungalow housing local maritime and historical exhibits.

Day 12 Vishakapatnam – Araku Valley (By Road) (115 Kms. / 3H 15M)
After breakfast in the morning, we will leave from Vizag to Araku Valley.
On the way, we will be visiting Borra Caves also named as Borra Guhalu in Telugu language. The caves are one of the largest in the country located at a height of about 2,313.0 ft. It distinctly exhibits a wide range of speleothems ranging in size and irregularly shaped stalactites and stalagmites. After exploring the beautiful Borra caves, we will continue our drive to Araku Valley and explores its beautiful surroundings.

On arrival, visit Araku Valley.
Overnight in Araku Valley.

Day 13 Araku Valley – Vishakapatnam (By Road) (115 Kms./ 3H 15M appx.)
After breakfast, drive back to Visakhapatnam or Vizag.
City tour of Vizag.

we will visit Simhachalam Narasimha Swamy Temple, a temple located at the top of the hill. Further, we will visit Thotlakonda Buddhist Complex, one of the important tourist spot of Vizag. It got its name from the Telugu word “Thotti” which in means well and “Konda” which stands for mountains. The complex has over 12 wells that are used by Buddhist monks for storing drinking water.

Day 14 Depart Vishakapatnam (By Flight)
Departure transfer to Vishakapatnam airport for flight to onward destination.

Hotels

City Night (s) 5* Hotels
Hyderabad 02 Taj Banjara
Raichur 02 Hotel Nrupatunga
Srisailam 01 AP Tourism Haritha
Nagarjuna 01 AP Tourism Haritha
Vijayawada 01 Novotel Vijayawada
Kakinda 03 Grand Kakinada by GRT
Vishakapatnam 01 Novotel Varun Beach
Araku Valley 01 AP Tourism Haritha Valley
Vishakapatnam 01 Novotel Varun Beach

Includes

– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 13 nights hotel accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees to the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
– Sightseeing in Hyderabad.
– Guided tour to Kondapali Village, Kanaka Durga Temple and Undavalli Caves, Vijayawada.
– Visit the Nagarjuna Konda and Anupu, Nagarjuna Sagar.
– Excursion to Mallikarjuna Temple, Srisailam.
– Covering all major monuments and acitivties throughout the tour.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private AC vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes

– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

]]> Best of Andhra Pradesh https://www.opulentroutes.com/tour/best-of-andhra-pradesh/ Mon, 01 Jun 2020 05:07:00 +0000 http://www.opulentindiasia.com/?post_type=tour&p=3800

From the unspoilt beaches of Vishakhapatnam to the green paddy fields of Nellore district and from the Pulasa Fish of Rajahmundry to the spiritual centre like Puttaparthi, everything in the state of Andhra Pradesh is distinct and alluring.

As a tourist, one may want to explore places with rich history; high spiritual definition; profuse natural splendors and remarkable culture and trust us Andhra Pradesh offer just that! The land of Nizams, Pearls Kalamkari, Kondapalli Toys, Scrumptious Food and Amiable People, Andhra Pradesh is certainly a destination that needs to be explored on India tour. Here are some of the best places to visit in Andhra Pradesh for you:

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrive Hyderabad (By Flight)
On your arrival at the Hyderabad Airport, get welcomed and assisted by the representative and transferred to your hotel.
Check in and freshen up. After taking a little rest, if time permits, explore the nearby attractions. You may enjoy gradual walks down the streets, communicate with the locals or enjoy street food.
Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 02 Hyderabad
In the morning, after breakfast, get ready to visit some of the architectural heritage sites of Hyderabad. Enjoy guided tour to the royal Tombs of the Qutb Shahi Kings and the magnificent Golkonda Fort. Thereafter, visit Nizams Museums, Birla Temple, etc.

Visit the biggest ‘One Man Collection’ – Salarjung Museum. Here, at this national museum, you may find paintings, ceramics, sculptures, metallic artifacts, carvings, manuscripts, clocks, carpets, and textiles. Additionally, a huge collection of furniture from Persia, Japan, Europe, Burma, North America, China, Egypt, and Nepal, are pleasurable to watch.

Later, you may proceed to the second biggest Mosque of India, Charminar, also popular as The Arc de Triomphe of the east. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Later return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03 Hyderabad – Ramoji FC (By Road) (35 Kms. / 1H 10M)
This day is quite exciting and fun filled. Proceed to Ramoji Film City and explore the place with the tour guide.

Ramoji is one of the largest integrated film studios (certified by Guinness book of World records) which offer spectacular locations, games, rides, shows and other unlimited fun. There are number of films directed here in different languages; whether Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Bengali.

Packed with all natural and artificial entertainment options including picturesque landscapes, film-sets, amusement parks, statues, lamps, miniatures and hotels; Ramoji is truly a wonderland.

Day 04 Ramoji FC – Warrangal (By Road 152 Kms. / 3H 10M appx.)
Post breakfast, drive to Warangal.
En route, visit Pembarti Village for its Brass making, the carpet weaving center and Kulpakji (Kolanupaka) for the 2000 years Jain Temple. On your arrival at hotel in Warangal, check in, freshen up and take a little rest. You may use the remaining hours of the day to explore the nearby attractions.
Dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.

Day 05 Warrangal
After breakfast, visit Shri Bhadrakali temple, Khush Mahal – A Masterpiece of Architecture of the era that is attributed to the Tughluqs who ruled Delhi.Later Light and sound show at Warangal Fort.
The fort has four ornamental gates The Kakatiyan arch has been adopted and officially incorporated into the Emblem of Telangana.
Overnight in Warrangal.

Day 06 Warrangal – Nagarjuna (By Road) (205 Kms. / 4H 30M appx.)
Post breakfast, drive to Nagarjuna Sagar. On your arrival at hotel in Nagarjuna Sagar, check in and take a little rest. Later, in the afternoon, visit the Nagarjuna Konda and Anupu – the Amphitheatre. Also pay a visit to various other Buddhist remains in the area.
Return to your hotel for dinner and halt for an overnight stay.

Day 07 Nagarjuna – Vijaywada (By Road) (187 Kms. / 4H 30M appx.)
Early in the morning, after breakfast, visit the 1000 Pillar Temple, Ramappa Temple. In this temple, there are sculpted figures drawn on the wall panels, ceiling and pillars, all inspired from Hindu mythology. Also visit various mud-brick forts that today are in ruins. Thereafter, drive to Vijayawada. On your arrival at Vijayawada hotel, check in and halt for an overnight stay.

Day 08 Vijayawada
In the morning, after breakfast, enjoy guided tour to Kondapali Village and explore the unique wooden Toys. Thereafter, visit Kanaka Durga Temple. Here, at this ancient living temple, you may find inscriptions of different dynasties. Later in the afternoon, visit a finest testimonial of ancient Vishwakarma Sthapathis, Undavalli Caves. After a full day excursion, return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 09 Vijayawada – Pithapuram – Kakinada (By Road) (232 Kms. / 5H 20M appx.)
Today visit Kanaka Durga Temple This is the place where Arjuna obtained the Pashupatha astra after his great penance for Lord Shiva. Later proceed to Pithapuram considered one of the first complete avatars (incarnations) of the deity Dattaatreya in Kali Yuga.

Visit ancient temple of Lord Shiva Sri Kukkuteswara Swamy Temple. Later visit Sripad Srivallabh Mandir (Swayambhu) Datta Darbar, Sripad Srivallabh Mahasanthan, Anagha Datta Kshetram, Visit Shree Satyanarayan mandir.

Later, drive to Kakinada.
Overnight in Kakinada.

Day 10 Kakinada
Day 11 Kakinada
Beach Relax.
Overnight in Kakinada.

Day 12 Kakinada – Vishakapatnam (By Road) (152 Kms. / 3H 15M appx.)
After breakfast, drive to Vishakapatnam.
On arrival, city tour of Vishakapatnam.
Overnight in Vishakapatnam.

Visakhapatnam is a port city and industrial center in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, on the Bay of Bengal. It’s known for its many beaches, including Ramakrishna Beach, home to a preserved submarine at the Kursura Submarine Museum. Nearby are the elaborate Kali Temple and the Visakha Museum, an old Dutch bungalow housing local maritime and historical exhibits.

Day 13 Vishakapatnam – Araku Valley (By Road) (115 Kms. / 3H 20M appx.)
After breakfast in the morning, we will leave from Vizag to Araku Valley.
On the way, we will be visiting Borra Caves also named as Borra Guhalu in Telugu language. The caves are one of the largest in the country located at a height of about 2,313.0 ft. It distinctly exhibits a wide range of speleothems ranging in size and irregularly shaped stalactites and stalagmites. After exploring the beautiful Borra caves, we will continue our drive to Araku Valley and explores its beautiful surroundings.

On arrival, visit Araku Valley.
Overnight in Araku Valley.

Day 14 Araku Valley – Vishakapatnam (By Road) (115 Kms. / 3H 20M appx.)
After breakfast, drive back to Visakhapatnam or Vizag.
City tour of Vizag.

we will visit Simhachalam Narasimha Swamy Temple, a temple located at the top of the hill. Further, we will visit Thotlakonda Buddhist Complex, one of the important tourist spot of Vizag. It got its name from the Telugu word “Thotti” which in means well and “Konda” which stands for mountains. The complex has over 12 wells that are used by Buddhist monks for storing drinking water.

Day 15 Depart Vishakapatnam (By Flight)
Departure transfer to Hyderabad International airport for flight to onward destination.

Hotels

City Night (s) 5* Hotels
Hyderabad 02 Taj Banjara
Ramoji FC 01 Sitara Luxury Hotel
Warrangal 02 Grand Gayathri
Nagarjuna 01 AP Tourism Haritha
Vijaywada 02 Novotel Vijayawada
Kakinada 03 Grand Kakinada by GRT
Vishakapatnam 01 Novotel Varun Beach
Araku Valley 01 AP Tourism Haritha Valley
Vishakapatnam 01 Novotel Varun Beach

Includes

– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 14 nights hotel accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees to the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
– Sightseeing in Hyderabad.
– Visit Pembarti Village and Kulpakji (Kolanupaka), Warangal.
– Guided tour to Kondapali Village, Kanaka Durga Temple and Undavalli Caves, Vijayawada.
– Visit the Nagarjuna Konda and Anupu, Nagarjuna Sagar.
– Covering all major monuments and acitivties throughout the tour.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private AC vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes

– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

]]> Sathya Sai Baba with Andhra Pradesh https://www.opulentroutes.com/tour/sathya-sai-baba-with-andhra-pradesh/ Mon, 18 May 2020 06:36:39 +0000 http://www.opulentindiasia.com/?post_type=tour&p=3517

Get the best of the sightseeing tours in Andhra Pradesh. Sathya Sai Baba with Andhra Pradesh tour package is of 12 Nights and 13 Days that makes you explore the popular tourists attractions in Hyderabad, Warangal, Vijayawada, Nagarjuna Sagar, Srisailam, Kurnool, Puttaparthy (Puttaparthi), Tirupati, and Chennai.

Excursion to popular temples and world heritage sites is included in the package. You also get opportunity to experience the divinity of Sri Sathya Sai Baba at his ashram in Puttaparthy.

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrive Hyderabad (By Flight)
On your arrival at the Hyderabad Airport/Railway station, get welcomed and assisted by the representative and transferred to your hotel. Check in and freshen up. After taking a little rest, if time permits, explore the nearby attractions. You may enjoy gradual walks down the streets, communicate with the locals or enjoy street food. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 02 Hyderabad
In the morning, after breakfast, get ready to visit some of the architectural heritage sites of Hyderabad. Enjoy guided tour to the royal Tombs of the Qutb Shahi Kings and the magnificent Golkonda Fort. Thereafter, visit Nizams Museums, Birla Temple, etc. Evening is free to be spent at leisure. You may explore the local markets and buy artifacts as souvenirs. Later return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03 Hyderabad
Early morning, after breakfast, get ready to explore other tourist attractions. Visit the biggest ‘One Man Collection’ – Salarjung Museum. Here, at this national museum, you may find paintings, ceramics, sculptures, metallic artifacts, carvings, manuscripts, clocks, carpets, and textiles. Additionally, a huge collection of furniture from Persia, Japan, Europe, Burma, North America, China, Egypt, and Nepal, are pleasurable to watch. Later, you may proceed to the second biggest Mosque of India, Charminar, also popular as The Arc de Triomphe of the east. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 04 Hyderabad – Warangal (By Road) (150 Kms. / 3 Hrs appx)
Post breakfast, drive to Warangal. En route, visit Pembarti Village for its Brass making, the carpet weaving center and Kulpakji (Kolanupaka) for the 2000 years Jain Temple. On your arrival at hotel in Warangal, check in, freshen up and take a little rest. You may use the remaining hours of the day to explore the nearby attractions. Dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.

Day 05 Warangal – Vijayawada (By Road) (250 Kms. / 5 Hrs appx.)
Early in the morning, after breakfast, visit the 1000 Pillar Temple, Ramappa Temple. In this temple, there are sculpted figures drawn on the wall panels, ceiling and pillars, all inspired from Hindu mythology. Also visit various mud-brick forts that today are in ruins. Thereafter, drive to Vijayawada. On your arrival at Vijayawada hotel, check in and halt for an overnight stay.

Day 06 Vijayawada
In the morning, after breakfast, enjoy guided tour to Kondapali Village and explore the unique wooden Toys. Thereafter, visit Kanaka Durga Temple. Here, at this ancient living temple, you may find inscriptions of different dynasties. Later in the afternoon, visit a finest testimonial of ancient Vishwakarma Sthapathis, Undavalli Caves. After a full day excursion, return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 07 Vijayawada – Nagarjuna Sagar (By Road) (170 Kms. / 3H 30M appx.)
Post breakfast, drive to Nagarjuna Sagar. On your arrival at hotel in Nagarjuna Sagar, check in and take a little rest. Later, in the afternoon, visit the Nagarjuna Konda and Anupu – the Amphitheatre. Also pay a visit to various other Buddhist remains in the area. Return to your hotel for dinner and halt for an overnight stay.

Day 08 Nagarjuna Sagar – Srisailam (By Road) (180 Kms. / 4H appx.)
After breakfast at hotel, drive to Srisailam. Reach your hotel, check in and take a little rest. Later in the evening, visit Mallikarjuna Temple. This is one of the twelve Jyotir Lingam temples of India. This temple is nestled in the Jungles of Nallamala. After excursion, return to your hotel. If time permits, you may also take gradual walks down the streets and communicate with the locals. Dinner and an overnight stay at you hotel.

Day 09 Srisailam – Kurnool (By Road) (180 Kms. / 4H appx.)
In the morning, after breakfast, drive to Kurnool. Reach your hotel, check in and take a little rest. Later in the afternoon visit the magnificent 7th century Chalukyan Nava Bramha temples. Later proceed to the wonderful museum at Alampur. Return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 10 Kurnool – Puttaparthy (By Road) (240 Kms. / 5 Hrs appx.)
Early morning, after breakfast, drive to Puttaparthy (Puttaparthi). Check in at your hotel in Puttaparthy. Freshen up and take a little rest. Later in the afternoon, visit Vijayanagar temple and the great Nandi at Lepakshi. Also visit the impressive Fort ruins at Penugonda. Return to your hotel and if time permits, communicate with the locals. Dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.

Day 11 Puttaparthy
This day is fully dedicated for excursion to Puttaparthy Prasanthi Nilayam. This is the main ashram of Sri Sathya Sai Baba. The ashram was established 40 years ago. Here you may attend the early morning prayers and later explore the attractions of the ashram. You may also attend evening prayers. Later return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 12 Puttaparthy – Tirupathi (Tirupati)
Early morning, get ready for a full day excursion to Tirupathi (Tirupati). Visit the Govindaraju temple, Padmavati temple and Lord Venkateswara temples. Thereafter, reach to your hotel, check in and take a little rest. You may also use the remaining hours taking gradual walks down the streets and visiting nearby attractions. Dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.

Day 13 Tirupathi – Chennai (By Road) (175 Km/ 4 Hrs) / Depart Chennai
In the morning, after breakfast, get transferred to the Chennai hotel. Check in and freshen up. You may use the remaining hours for sightseeing in Chennai. Later get assisted and transferred to Chennai Airport/Railway station to board the flight/train towards your onward journey.

Hotels

City Night (s) 5* Hotels
Hyderabad 03 Hyderabad Marriott
Warangal 01 Grand Gayathri
Vijayawada 02 Novotel Vijayawada Varun
Nagarjuna Sagar 01 Matha Sarovar Resorts
Srisailam 01 Pathaleswara Sadanam
Kurnool 01 Suraj Grand
Puttaparthy 02 Satyam Resorts
Tirupathi 01 Marasa Sarovar Premiere, Tirupati

Includes

– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 12 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Meal as per mentioned in the itinerary.
– Services of English-Speaking Local Guide for the sightseeing as per the itinerary.
– 01 SGV accompanying tour escort throughout the tour
– One-time entrances to the monuments as per the itinerary.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private AC vehicle and driver.
– All taxes.

Excludes

– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

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The royal Nizami Hyderabadi biriyani of Andhra Pradesh, hot and spicy Chettinad cookery of Tamil Nadu, and Malabari cooking of Kerala comprising mainly seafood and coastal dishes, are some of the signature cooking methods of South India.

While Hyderabadi kitchens smell strongly of saffron, mint, coriander and nuts, the Chettinad spread is hot and spicy enough to well up your eyes and nose. The seafood is a special genre of art in Kerala as well as other coastal states and it generally revolves around fish, crabs, mussels, shrimp and prawns cooked in coconut milk, turmeric, and red chillis.

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrival Mumbai (By Flight)
Arrival in Mumbai, meet assist and transfer to your hotel. 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. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 Mumbai
After Breakfast, Proceed to sightseeing tour of Elephanta,Caves,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.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 Mumbai – Hyderabad (By Flight)
After Breakfast, Proceed 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.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 Hyderabad – Gulbarga (By Road) (212 kms / 04 hrs 15 min appx.)
After Breakfast, Proceed Gulbarga. On the way, halt in Bidar to visit the 15th century Bidar Fort and the Bahmani tombs. On reaching Gulbarga, check into hotel. Later, go out to visit the 15th century Jama Masjid. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05 Gulbarga – Bijapur (By Road) (165 kms / 03 hrs 10 min appx.)
After Breakfast, Proceed to 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.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 06 Bijapur – Badami (By Road) (119 kms / 02 hrs 37 min appx.)
After Breakfast, Proceed to 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.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 07 Badami – Hospet (By Road) (129 kms / 02 hrs 39 min appx.)
After Breakfast, Proceed to Hospet. On the way, halt in Pattadakal- famous for his ten medieval temples representing ,Chalukyan architecture.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 08 Hospet
After Breakfast, Proceed to go out to enjoy the tour of Hampi. Here you will explore the ruins of the kingdom of Hampi.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 09 Hospet – Hassan (By Road) (314 kms / 06 hrs 31 min appx.)
After Breakfast, Proceed to Hassan. Upon arrival, check into the hotel.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 10 Hassan – Mysore (By Road) (117 kms / 02 hrs 29 min appx.)
After Breakfast, Proceed to Mysore. visit for a sightseeing tour of Belur and Halebid.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 Mysore
After Breakfast, Proceed to sightseeing tour of Mysore covering the famous Tipu Sultan Palace and Somnathpur. Post sightseeing.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12 Mysore – Bangalore (By Road) (184 kms / 03 hrs 51 min appx.)
After Breakfast, Proceed 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.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 13 Depart Bangalore (By Flight)
Departure transfer to onward destination.

Hotels

City Night (s) 5* Hotels
Mumbai 02 Hotel Sea Princess
Hyderabad 01 The Park
Gulbarga 01 Lumbini’s Grand Hotel
Bijapur 01 Hotel Mayura Adilshahi
Badami 01 Hotel Badami Court
Hospet 02 Shivavilas Palace Heritage Hotel
Hassan 01 Hassan Ashok
Mysore 02 Radisson Blu Plaza
Bengaluru 01 My Fortune

Includes

    • Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
    • Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
    • 12 nights hotels accommodation as per the program.
    • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinners.
    • 01 cooking lesson in Mumbai.
    • 01 cooking lesson in Hyderabad.
    • 01 cooking lesson in Gulbarga.
    • 01 cooking lesson in Bijapur.
    • 01 cooking lesson in Badami.
    • 02 cooking lesson in Hospet.
    • 01 cooking lesson in Hassan.
    • 02 cooking lesson in Mysore.
    • Entrance fees to the monuments.
    • Hyderabad- Mecca Masjid, Salar Jung Museum, Falakuma Palace and the spectacular Charminar.
    • Bidar Fort, Bahmani tombs, Gol Gumbaz and Ibrahim Roza.
    • Durga Temple, Ravalphadi Cave, the Lad Khan Temple.
    • Belur and Halebid.
    • Air Ticket for Mumbai – Hyderabad.
    • Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
    • All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private AC vehicle.
    • All taxes.

 

Excludes

– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

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