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5 Days in Hyderabad: Ancient Marvels and Authentic Delights

Gayathri Gandham

8 Jan 2024

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Join me on a thrilling 5-day journey through the historic city of Hyderabad. Discover ancient forts, tombs, and palaces, indulge in mouthwatering local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture and heritage of this vibrant city.

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Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Golconda Fort

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$32

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$ 2

Langarhouse

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

10 - 12 min

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Golconda Fort

Capital of a kingdom that flourished from the 14th to 16th century, with 87 semi-circular bastions.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$4

7 - 9 min

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Qutub Shahi Tombs

Ornate, domed tombs from 18th century, built for Qutub Shahi dynasty rulers with landscaped gardens.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$5

9 - 11 min

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The Moonshine Project

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$9

5 - 8 min

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Thea Bar and Kitchen

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$9

Day 2Divine Blessings and Culinary Delights

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$37

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$ 2

Pizza Hut

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$9

6 - 9 min

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Shilparamam

Village known for its traditional crafts & cultural shows, featuring a model village, museum & lake.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$1

15 - 18 min

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Sri Peddamma Talli Temple

Intricately carved, multitiered & pastel-painted tower with a flower-covered golden goddess effigy.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$3

28 - 34 min

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Three Cheers Restaurant

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$9

10 - 15 min

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Birla Mandir

Imposing, hilltop Hindu temple built of white marble, with towers, shrines and interior carvings.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$3

5 - 8 min

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Kamat Hotel

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Day 3Exploring the Nizam's Legacy

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$48

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$ 2

Kababish Food Court

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

6 - 8 min

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The Nizam's Museum

Artifacts from the entirety of the city's history built by a former ruler to celebrate his family.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

7 - 9 min

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Mecca Masjid

Imposing, ornate mosque built with bricks from Mecca and decorated with Belgian crystal chandeliers.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$4

6 - 9 min

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Pista House

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$9

10 - 15 min

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Chowmahalla Palace

Persian-style palaces with an opulent Durbar hall in lush grounds open for events & receptions.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$9

17 - 21 min

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Sohail Waves Hotel

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$11

Day 4Charminar and Local Hospitality

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$30

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$ 2

10 Janpath, Rajdhani Hotel

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

13 - 16 min

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Charminar

Iconic 16th-century mosque with 4 grand arches, 48m tall minarets and views over the Laad Bazaar.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$2

15 - 18 min

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Sohail Waves Hotel

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$11

8 - 11 min

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Hotel Sohail

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$9

Day 5Museums, Chai, and Tribal Heritage

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$44

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$ 2

Hotel Niagara

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

5 - 6 min

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Salar Jung Museum

Former art collection of the Salar Jung family from around the world, now a museum.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

14 - 17 min

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Telangana State Archaeology Museum

Buddhist artifacts, bronzes, Ajanta paintings & an Egyptian mummy displayed in a Nizam-era palace.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$6

8 - 10 min

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The Chai

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$11

6 - 9 min

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Nehru Centenary Tribal Museum

Heritage museum showcasing tools, crafts & other artifacts related to tribal-village culture.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$4

8 - 12 min

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DineHill

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Budget breakdown: $199 In total

Activities & Food:$191

Transport:$8