Day 1: Arrive Hyderabad

Arrive at Hyderabad airport, where a representative will greet you and assist with your transfer to the hotel.
Check-in at the hotel and unwind from your journey. You may use the remainder of the day to explore nearby local attractions or relax at the hotel, enjoying amenities such as the pool or spa.
Optionally, you can visit nearby areas like Necklace Road for a peaceful evening walk or explore local dining options for a taste of Hyderabadi cuisine.

Day 2: Hyderabad City Tour

After breakfast, start your tour with Charminar, Hyderabad’s iconic 16th-century monument, featuring four grand arches adorned with intricate carvings and stucco work, offering a glimpse into the city’s historical grandeur.
Continue to Mecca Masjid, a colossal mosque built in the late 17th century, renowned for its massive prayer hall and stunning architecture. Its name reflects the belief that the mosque's bricks were brought from Mecca.
Visit Chowmohalla Palace, an opulent palace complex once serving as the seat of the Nizams, showcasing ornate courtyards, majestic halls, and a rich collection of royal artifacts.
Explore Salar Jung Museum, which houses an extensive collection of over a million artifacts, including sculptures, manuscripts, and paintings, with highlights such as the Veiled Rebecca and the largest collection of European sculptures outside Europe.
End the day at Golconda Fort, an ancient fortress known for its advanced acoustics system, imposing battlements, and panoramic views of the surrounding city. The fort’s design includes a sophisticated water supply system and defense mechanisms.

Day 3: Hyderabad to Gulbarga (260kms)

After breakfast, drive to Gulbarga, stopping in Bidar en route.
In Bidar, visit Bidar Fort, an expansive fort complex known for its impressive Persian architecture, featuring triple moats, seven gates, and the richly decorated Rangeen Mahal, with its vibrant tile work and historic significance.
Continue your journey to Gulbarga, check-in at your hotel, and relax. Spend the remainder of the day exploring the local area or enjoying the hotel’s facilities.

Day 4: Gulbarga to Vijayapura (170kms)

After breakfast, tour Gulbarga Fort, a massive structure with 15 towers and 26 cannons, originally built by Raja Gulchand and later expanded by the Bahmani Sultans. Inside, visit the Jama Masjid, a grand mosque with a spacious prayer hall and intricately carved arches.
Explore the Sharana Basaveshwara Temple, notable for its detailed stone carvings that depict Hindu deities and mythological stories.
Visit the Tomb of Khwaja Bande Nawaz, a revered Sufi shrine blending Persian, Indo-Saracenic, and Arabic architectural styles, and admired for its spiritual significance and intricate design.
Drive to Vijayapura, check-in at the hotel, and enjoy your evening at leisure, perhaps exploring local dining options or relaxing at your accommodation.

Day 5: Vijayapura to Kolhapur (185kms)

After breakfast, start your Vijayapura city tour with Vijayapura Fort, a historic site featuring various monuments from the Adil Shahi dynasty, including the Asar Mahal, a Hall of Justice known for its elegant design.
Visit Bara Kaman, an unfinished mausoleum of Ali Adil Shah II, notable for its graceful arches and historical significance.
Marvel at Gol Gumbaz, famous for its massive dome and exceptional acoustics, allowing sounds to echo across the structure.
Explore Jama Masjid, known for its twin minarets and architectural beauty, and Malik-e-Maidan, the largest cannon ever made, showcasing the military might of the Adil Shahi dynasty.
Discover Mehtar Mahal, an elegant building with detailed carvings, and Ibrahims Rouza, a 15th-century mausoleum celebrated for its intricate design and historical importance.
Drive to Kolhapur, check-in at your hotel, and spend the evening as you prefer.

Day 6: Kolhapur to Goa (225kms)

After breakfast, visit Mahalakshmi Temple, a major Hindu pilgrimage site known for its richly decorated interiors and historical significance dating back to the 7th century.
Explore Bhavani Mandap, a grand palace that served as the court and residence of the Chhatrapati Maharaja, notable for its imposing architecture and historical role.
Drive to Goa, with stops in Belgaum to visit Belgaum Fort, a historic structure built in 1204 AD, showcasing robust construction and historical relevance.
Visit Kapileshwar Temple, an ancient shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, and St. Mary’s Church, renowned for its colonial architecture and serene ambiance.
Arrive in Goa, check-in at your hotel, and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Day 7: Goa City Tour including Fontainhas

After breakfast, explore Panaji, the vibrant capital of Goa, and visit Fontainhas, a historic district known for its colorful Portuguese-style houses, narrow streets, and quaint charm.
Visit Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its baroque architecture and housing the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier.
Explore Se Cathedral, one of Asia’s largest churches, with its Gothic architecture and impressive facade.
Discover Mangueshi Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, reflecting a blend of Hindu and Portuguese influences, set in lush surroundings.
Enjoy some leisure time in the evening, exploring local markets or relaxing by the beach.

Day 8: Free Day in Goa

Spend the day at leisure, enjoying the beautiful beaches of Goa like Baga, Anjuna, or Calangute, with opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports.
Explore local markets, experience vibrant nightlife, or engage in adventure activities such as parasailing or jet-skiing.
Relax and enjoy Goa’s laid-back atmosphere, with options for both relaxation and exploration based on your preferences.

Day 9: Goa Departure

After breakfast, check out from the hotel by the standard check-out time of 11 AM.
Transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule for your onward journey.
 

- Assistance on arrival at airport.

- 8 Nights' accommodation in selected price category hotels.

- Daily breakfast at hotels.

- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.

- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.

- Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.

- Bottled drinking water in car.

- Government taxes.

Hotels used or similar for 8 nights accommodation

Hyderabad x 2 nights
3* - Aditya Park/ Lemon Tree Hotel
4* - Lemon Tree Hotel/ Fortune Park Vallabha
5* - ITC Kakatiya, a Luxury Collection/ Trident Hotel

Gulbarga x 1 night
3* - Atharva Hotel/ Hotel Heritage Inn
3* / 5* - Citrus Hotel 

Bijapur x 1 nights
3*/4*/5* - The Fern Residency/ Sun Hotel

Kolhapur x 1 night
3* - Veeksar The Fern/  Citrus Hotel
4* / 5* - Sayaji Hotel/ Nisarg Resort Kolhapur

Goa x 3 nights 
3* - Varca Le Palm/ Lambana Resort
4* - Lemon Tree Hotel Candolim/ The Chances Resort & Casino
5* - Zuri Varca Goa White Sand Resort & Casino/ Alila Diwa Goa

- Any flight tickets.

- Camera charges at monuments if any.

- Meals other than mentioned in the inclusions.

- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc. 

- Gratuities and optional activities.

- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.