A Flagship Heritage Cultural Tour of Hyderabad with Ethnic Lunch

5.0 (29 reviews) Hyderabad, India
Duration7h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Hyderabad’s Old City is filled with unmissable historic attractions, from the medieval hilltop fortress of Golconda to 18th-century Chowmahalla Palace—but most travelers scramble to pack it all in within just a few hours. Ideal for anyone who prefers a less hectic rhythm, this private full-day tour gives you time to savor each landmark, and includes a cup of Irani chai and a hearty Hyderabadi lunch.

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Friday- Full Day Expect Palace

AC Car - For Entire Tour
Entry at Golconda Fort & Tombs
Friendly Tour Guide in Person
Lunch: Veg or Non-Veg: Iranian Tea & Cookies
Palace Closed on Friday -: Chowmahalla Palace Closed on Friday. Palace replaced by Birla Temple and Hussain Sagar.
Walk around Charminar
Bottled Water
Pickup included

Hyderabad: Discover Through the Ages Full-Day Tour & Ethnic Lunch

Walk around Charminar
Friendly Tour Guide in Person
Iranian Tea & Cookies
Lunch Included: Veg or Non-Veg
Entry at Fort, Castle & Tombs
AC Car - For Entire Tour
Bottled Water
Pickup included

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Lunch: Vegetarian // OR // Non Vegetarian, Lunch place suggested by Our Guide
  • Friendly Tour Guide in Person
  • Iranian Tea & Osmania Cookies
  • Royal Necropolis
  • Golconda Fort
  • Air Conditioned Car
  • Chowmahalla Palace
  • Charminar - Open Monument
  • Appreciation TIPS

What to expect

  1. Charminar
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Established in 1591 A.D. by Muhammed Quli Qutb Shah, the famous tourist attractions in the world. Feast your eyes on Hyderabad's global icon that is strategically located in the midst of two other popular structures, the famous Laad Bazaar to the west and the granite ornamented Mecca Mosque to the southwest.
  2. 15m · Admission ticket included
    Government Nizamia General Hospital, popularly known as Government Unani Hospital, is a public hospital located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. It is a hospital for general and Unani medicine. It was established during the reign of Nizams. It is located near the historic building of Charminar.
  3. Mecca Masjid
    15m · Admission ticket included
    A 400-year-old historic structure is the ultimate epitome of magnificence. This massive hall can accommodate up to 10,000 people. Savor the tranquil ambiance around the water fountain. Make your way to the solemn graves of former rulers at the first courtyard from the entrance. Afterward, unwind on the black benches beside the pond and gaze upon the setting sun.
  4. Laad Bazaar
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Laad Bazaar or Choodia Bazaar is a market is a famous and historic market known for its shopping souvenirs and most importantly, bangles. It is definitely one of the oldest markets in Hyderabad and sparks up memories of its glittering past of sparklingly colorful bridal bazaar.
  5. Chowmahalla Palace
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Chowmahalla Palace is a captivating and spectacular work of art. The tastefully decorated features distinguish it as the former meeting hall of the rulers. The captivating landscape makes a beautiful backdrop for a photo shoot after which you can unwind among the ponds, trees and plants.
  6. 40m · Admission ticket included
    Hyderabadi biryani is a legendary royal dish created by fusing Persian and Mughal cooking techniques with local Deccani spices in the kitchens of the Nizams of Hyderabad.
  7. Hussain Sagar Lake
    Pass by
    Hussain Sagar is a heart-shaped lake in Hyderabad, Telangana, India, built by Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah in 1562. It is spread across an area of 5.7 square kilometres and is fed by the River Musi. A large monolithic statue of the Gautama Buddha, erected in 1992, stands on Gibraltar Rock in the middle of the lake.
  8. Golconda Fort
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Golconda Fort was originally known as Mankal, and built on a hilltop in the year 1143. It was originally a mud fort under the reign of Rajah of Warangal. Later it was fortified between 14th and 17th centuries by the Bahmani Sultans and then the ruling Qutub Shahi dynasty. Golconda was the principal capital of the Qutub Shahi kings. The inner fort contains ruins of palaces, mosques and a hill top pavilion, which rises about 130 meters high and gives a bird’s eye view of other buildings. It was initially called Shepherd’s Hill, meaning Golla Konda in Telugu while according to legend, on this rocky hill a shepherd boy had come across an idol and the information was conveyed to the ruling Kakatiya king at that time. The king constructed a mud fort around this holy spot and after 200 years, Bahamani rulers took possession of the place. Later the Qutub Shahi kings converted this into massive granite fort extending 5km in circumference.
  9. Qutb Shahi Tombs
    40m · Admission ticket included
    Erected in the memory of the departed kings of Golconda, they are magnificent monuments that have withstood the test of time and nature’s vagaries. They are located one kilometer north of Golconda Fort’s called Banjara Darwaza. They are imposing marvels of architectural excellence that stand as the reminders of the glory of Golconda kings who are buried at the same spot. Built by the Qutub Shahis, these tombs are considered to be among the oldest historical monuments of Hyderabad.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At the Hyderabad's Landmark - Charminar, Continue until Golconda Fort

End point

At the Hyderabad's Landmark - Golconda Fort

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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