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Explore Caves in India

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LET’S HUNT FOR CAVES IN INDIA, SHALL WE?

Do you believe in sunsets and sunrise?

Do you believe in god? Do you dream of traveling back in time? Finally, do you like the mystery behind the caves?

This trip is just the perfect one for you, undoubtedly.

Walk to the lengths in Southern India and unravel the mysteries of spirituality and life in Western India.

Perks? You get to be in the Bollywood city!

However, the southern cities of Mysore and Hampi and Hassan will steal your heart just as much.  Can’t wait?

Essential information:

Price:

Starts from USD $2750/Person

Travel schedule:

01.October.2018 – 31.March.2019

Group size:

Min 2

Destinations covered:

Mumbai-Shirdi-Aurangabad-Hyderabad-Bidar-Gulbarga-Bijapur-Badami-Hampi-Bangalore-Hassan-Mysore-Bangalore

Ideal Theme:

Forts & Palaces, Temples & Pilgrimage

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Just to let you know, the below mentioned itinerary and information is a sample, just to encourage your holiday plans! We can get it tailored in every way possible from the places you wish to go, when to go, number of days you want to spend, hotels you want to stay in, and the activities you want to do
Everything we do is tailor-made, our experts are eager to start creating your own personalized trip plan to India!

Highlights

  • Get to drown in the roots of Mumbai and see the common lifestyle.
  • Silently walk into the Majestic caves and unravel the mystery behind them.
  • Reach the highest level of spirituality at the famous Shirdi
  • Furthermore, talk history in Hyderabad
  • In addition, let UNESCO World Heritage Sites charm you.
  • Be that as it may, a visit to various temples is much needed. After all, it’s India.

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  • Gulbarga-Fort
  • Hampi
  • Hassan
  • Hyderabad-Chaos
  • Hyderabad-Fort
  • Jama-Mosque-Gulbarga-fort
  • Pattadakal-Temple

Itinerary

DAY 1

Arrival at Mumbai

Welcome to incredible India on your hunt for the best caves in India. You’ll be picked up at the Mumbai International Airport and chauffeured to the hotel.
Have a warm stay.

HOTELS
– FARIYAS OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– NONE

DAY 2

Mumbai Sightseeing

Visiting Dhobi Ghat, Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum, Gateway of India, and Colaba Causeway,

Dhobi Ghat

Seep deep into the bizarre lives of people in and around the 140-year-old open-air laundromat.

Strangely enough, the chaos and the order are paradoxically surprising, yet you’ll want to capture the hustle in pure rawness.
Get ready to be blown away!

Mani Bhawan Gandhi Museum

Later, walk into the home of the late father of the nation – Mahatma Gandhi on your trip to hunt for caves in India.

Marvel at Gandhi’s bedroom, his popular Charkha and all the pictures portraying a timeline of his life on the walls of this beautiful house in downtown Mumbai.
You’ll thank us later for taking you back in the era of struggle and victory, no doubt.

Gateway of India

Well, the name’s enough. Appreciate the beauty of this massive gate built to commemorate the visit of King George and his queen.
Furthermore, bask in the tropical breeze around you.

Meanwhile, stare at the endlessly sprawling Arabian Sea. As a matter of fact, this gate is 43 feet high and soar in its strong yellow kharodi basalt foundation.
We’re sure it’s Indo- Saracenic architecture will blow our mind.

Colaba Causeway

It’s the city of dreams, the city of Bollywood, you guys. Be that as it may, it’s only natural to drown deep into its charm. Get your hearts racing with excitement for Colaba Causeway is going to be your favorite destination for shopping and some lip-smacking street food.
Yep, have fun.

HOTEL
– FARIYAS OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

DAY 3

Mumbai Sightseeing

Visiting Elephanta caves and Dharavi slums

Elephanta Caves

Get ready to marvel at the sculptures adorning the Elephanta caves on your trip to hunt for caves in India.

Furthermore, pray in the temple within the premises and also get mesmerized by superior mass of natural rock.

Dharavi slums

Take a long walk on your trip to hunt for caves in India in the country’s largest slum. As a matter of fact, with 1 million people living in chaos and haphazardly set slum you’re going to be awestruck with their lifestyle and conditions.
Get down to the roots and let your compassion take the better of you.

HOTEL
– FARIYAS OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

DAY 4

Mumbai – Shirdi

Well, Shirdi is known to everyone. Finally, You’ll be chauffeured to the holy town of Shirdi to offer prayers to Shirdi Sai Baba for a beautiful life on your journey to hunt for caves in India. 5 hours later, you’ll be basking in the surreal beauty of Shirdi temple.

HOTEL
– KEYS OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

DAY 5

Shirdi – Ellora – Aurangabad

Visiting Ellora Caves, Daulatabad Fort, and Bibi Ka Maqbara

Finally, after a long road journey of 103 km from Shirdi to Ellora, you’ll be in just the right destination to marvel at some of the best caves in India.

Ellora Caves

Explore a whopping 34 monasteries and holy temples within a stretch of a long beautiful cliff on your hunt for caves in India. As a matter of fact, Ellora caves make up for a UNESCO World Heritage Site and we think that’s enough to hypnotize you into visiting them.
Furthermore, you’ll be back on the road to Aurangabad.

Daulatabad Fort

Capture a panoramic view of the entire city from the top of this robust and rustic fort of Daulatabad on your hunt for caves in India. Its architectural beauty will mesmerize you and tell you a million stories of its violent past.
Go ahead, drown in the medieval feels.

Bibi ka Maqbara

Saunter in the spectacular beauty of the “Taj of Deccan” while you bask in the architectural beauty of this tomb.
The mortal remains of the wife of Aurangzeb can be seen in the very grounds of this tomb adorned with intricacies and minarets on the outside.

HOTEL
– RAMA INTERNATIONAL OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

DAY 6

Aurangabad – Hyderabad

Visiting Ajanta Caves
Hit another significant cave on your search for caves in India. Be that as it may, Ajanta caves are a treat to the eye. Let the Buddhist art and painting seep into your blood and skin. Moreover, the sculptures adorning the walls of the cave will come off as a breath of fresh air for a seeker of beauty.

Later, you’ll fly off to Hyderabad on your hunt for caves in India. Have a safe flight, peeps.

HOTEL
– COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

DAY 7

Hyderabad – Bidar

Visiting Char Minar, Birla Mandir, and Golconda Fort

Char Minar

Take a look at the monument that Hyderabad is so famous for on your hunt for caves in India. This spectacular edifice built with lime, granite, and mortar is quintessential on its own. However, the legend has it that the 4 minarets portray the 4 Khalifas of Islam.
Intriguing eh?

Birla Mandir

Does a creatively beautiful edifice enchant you? Undoubtedly, Birla Mandir will take your breath away with its white sandstone beauty anyway.
Dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara, this temple is a holy stop to reach the zenith of peace and calm in its blend of North Indian and South Indian architectural style.
Check it out, maybe?

Golconda Fort

Go back in time when an ancient city surrounded a massive building that protected the city and its diamond mines. You’ll fall head over heels in love with its colossal built and rustic mud walls reflecting the era of the past.
Meanwhile, pray at one of the gorgeous mosques in its hold.

Totally worth visiting, we promise.

Furthermore, you’ll be chauffeured to Bidar on a 145 km long journey. Stay overnight and gear up for the next day on your hunt for caves in India.

HOTEL
– BLACK BUCK RESORT OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– ALL MEALS

DAY 8

Bidar – Kalaburagi – Vijayapura

Visiting Bidar Fort and Gulbarga Fort

Bidar Fort

Our private tour guides will let you in on the stories of past of the Bidar fort while you’re busy appreciating its robust architecture. The southern charm of this fort on the top of a hill adorned with brilliance will sweep you off of your feet, undoubtedly.
Nope, definitely not one to miss out on.

Gulbarga Fort

Get back behind the wheels on your way to Kalaburagi some 125 km long.
A fresh breeze of southern rustic charm will slap your face once you hit Gulbarga Fort.

Strangely enough, this fort in all its glory is home to the tomb of the great Sufi saint Khwaja Bande Nawaz.
While you’re marveling at its Islamic architecture, feel free to take your time appreciating its strategic built.

Finally, as the end of the day nears, you’ll be heading to Bijapur.

HOTEL
– PEARL OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

DAY 9

Bijapur – Badami

Visiting the Gol Gumbaz, cave temples in Badami and luxuriating in the sunset by the lake.

Gol Gumbaz

Brace yourself for the old world charm of Bijapur. Strangely enough, the perfect Deccan Islamic vibes that this place gives is something to experience.

With a plethora of forts, mosques, and tombs, this is your go-to place.

Furthermore, the tomb of Mohammed Adil Shah and his two wives amidst the lush verdure of the gardens will make you turn heads. The seven-storied towers capped by a massive dome enhancing their beauty make the Gol Gumbaz stand out.
Don’t believe us?
You will.

Badami

Finally, you’ll be heading to Badami on your hunt for caves in India.

The famous rock-cut cave temples will enchant you with their earthly beauty dating back to the Chalukyan era. Strangely enough, the ruins of the Chalukya dynasty and the charm of these holy temples make up for an incredible paradox of travel.

Sunset by the lake

The Agastya lake adorning the twin temples is a stunning lake. Moreover, the evening sun adds up to its charm.

What better way is there to end your day than to watch the sky turn crimson red and the sun goes down in the glowing horizons of beauty.
Yes, unforgettable!

HOTEL
– BADAMI COURT OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

DAY 10

Badami – Aihole – Pattadakal – Hampi

Fill your tummy with scrumptious breakfast and get ready to get back on the road on your hunt for caves in India.
Be that as it may, the journey from Badami to Aihole will be short and full of surprises in the end.

Durga temple

The Durga temple is a stunning edifice dating back to 7th venture during the chalukyan dynasty. The intricate carvings and the Dravidian architecture are total to die for.
Go ahead; pray.

Later, you’ll be heading to Pattadakal on your hunt for caves in India.

Half an hour later, find yourself in a complex of nine Hindu temples along with Jain temples.
Undoubtedly, The eclectic art and the blend of northern and southern parts of India will be soothing to your eyes.
Trust us, you.

Hampi

Mount yourself in the backseat of the car for our private chauffeurs will take you to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi on your hunt for caves in India.
136 km later, you’ll see why this place is hyped so much.

Hanuman temple

Freshen up and take a walk to the Hanuman temple to behold the spectacular sunset.

Allegedly, the birthplace of Hanuman, this temple on the Anjaneya hills is a work of art in itself.
As a consequence, you’ll be awarded a gorgeous panoramic view of Hampi from the top of the hill.

Watch the sunset and marvel at the surreal beauty of the same. The breeze, the nature, and the vibes are enchanting. Aren’t they?

CAMPS
– MALLAGI OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

DAY 11

Hampi

Visiting Virupaksha temple, Vittala temple, and Swami Ramachandra temple

Virupaksha temple

Pray by the banks of river Tungabhadra to Lord Shiva in the hold of the Virupaksha Temple.
Can you imagine it is one of India’s oldest temples?

Basically, the origin of Hampi starts from this very temple.
Reason enough to visit?

Vittala temple

Supposedly, the premium showpiece of Hampi, Vittala temple will engulf you in its colossal complex of pavilions and temples.

This temple is nothing short of a miracle on your hunt for caves in India.
Let Hampi show you what it’s known for.

Swami Ramachandra temple

Dedicated to Lord Vishnu’s incarnation Lord Rama, this spectacle of an edifice is strong and beautiful in its own. The enclosures here will bedazzle you. Meanwhile, marvel at the exterior woodwork on the walls of this temple.
Take the rest of the evening to chill in Indian breeze.

HOTEL
– MALLAGI OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

DAY 12

Hampi – Bangalore

Take this day to travel to Bangalore on your hunt for caves in India. However, the long journey will bring you closer to the end of this trip. Relax and pamper yourself after reaching.

HOTEL
– FORTUNE PARK JP CELLESTAL OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

DAY 13

Bangalore – Hassan

Visiting Hassan and Belur temple and Halebidu temple

Furthermore, after a 3-hour long journey to Hassan, you’ll be in for some southern spirituality.

Belur temple

Drown in the Hoysala architecture in one of the most magnificent temples of Karnataka on your trip to find caves in India. The Belur temple or Chennakesava temple depicts the most beautiful work of art and intricacies.
Don’t believe us?

Enter its realm of spirituality and you’ll know.

Halebidu temple

This one’s dedicated to Lord Shiva built in pure Hoysala architectural style enclosed with lakes and ponds.

You’ll unravel many myths and legends associated with the same.
Can’t wait, right?

HOTEL
– SOUTHERN STAR OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

DAY 14

Hassan – Shravanabelagola – Mysore

SHRAVANABELAGOLA

You’ll be chauffeured to Shravanabelagola to visit some of the most magnificent destinations on your hunt for caves in India.

Gomateshwara temple

Walk in the land around the colossal Bahubali statue at the Gomateshwara temple.
Exciting, eh?

This monolithic statue will call you from the top of the Vindhyagiri hills.
Keep your ears open!

Later, you’ll be proceeding to Mysore.

Maharaja Palace

Walk into the royalty of Mysore Palace.
This Indo-Saracenic Architectural wonder will sweep you off with its elegance and beauty.

Face the Chamundi hills and breathe in the fresh southern air while you admire the grandiosity of this regal palace.

Chamundi hills

There’s nothing compared to the magnificence of the Chamundeshwari temple at the top of the Chamundi hills.
Trek or take up the stairs.

But let us tell you, all the efforts will be worth it.

HOTEL
– FORTUNE JP PALACE OR SIMILAR
MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

DAY 15

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Mysore – Srirangapatna – Bangalore

Visiting Sultan palace and Srirangapatna fort

Get back on the road to Srirangapatna as you near the end of your hunt for caves in India.

Srirangapatna Fort

Saunter in the mini island of Srirangapatna where a massive historical fort awaits you.
Meanwhile, appreciate its double wall defense system and its 4 entrances.

Yes, this one’s totally incredible and takes you back in a time travel.

Bangalore

The end of your trip to find caves in India finishes when you reach back to Bangalore for your evening flight.
Let India gift you with innumerable memories.

Keep coming back for more.

MEALS INCLUDED
– BREAKFAST

Inclusions

  • Accommodation at above proposed hotels or similar in a twin room for 14 nights.
  • Daily breakfast at each place.
  • All Meals at Bidar.
  • Ground transfers and tours through a private air-conditioned car.
  • Driver allowances, toll, tax and parking charges.
  • An English speaking local guide for sightseeing schedules at each place.
  • Entrances to the monuments.
  • 2 bottles of water per traveler.
  • Assistance on arrival and departure points.
  • All applicable taxes.

Price of USD $2750 is per person and excludes the international/domestic flights.
This tour price is based on specific season rates(depending on the destination of travel), the prices might change depending on availability, exchange fluctuations and number of people traveling together.
For exact quote, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences if any.

Monuments Covered

  • Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum, Mumbai
  • Gateway of India, Mumbai
  • Colaba Causeway, Mumbai
  • Elephanta Caves, Mumbai
  • Shirdi Temple, Shirdi
  • Ellora Caves, Aurangabad
  • Daulatabad Fort, Aurangabad
  • Panchakki Water Mill, Aurangabad
  • Bibi ka Maqbara, Aurangabad
  • Ajanta Caves, Aurangabad
  • Birla Temple, Hyderabad
  • Charminar, Hyderabad
  • Golconda Fort, Hyderabad
  • Bidar Fort, Bidar
  • Gulbarga Fort
  • Gol Gumbaz, Bijapur
  • Badami temples and Caves, Badami
  • Pattadakal caves
  • Hanuman Temple, Virupaksha Temple, Hampi
  • Belur Temple, Halebid Temple, Hassan
  • Gomateshwara Temple, Hassan
  • Mysore Palace, Mysore
  • Sultan Palace, Srirangapatna
  • Daria Daulat Bagh, Srirangapatna

Excludes

  • Any expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone bills, laundry etc.
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
  • Insurance and medi-claim.
  • Expenses incurred during the emergency situation or evacuation.
  • Any airfares, Internaltional or Domestic.
  • Any unspecified, optional and suggested activities.
  • Any thing, which is not mentioned in the list of inclusions.

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