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Hyderabad: A 5-Day Adventure in the City of Pearls

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27 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant city of Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Explore iconic landmarks like Charminar, Chowmahalla Palace, and Golconda Fort. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this enchanting city.

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Day 1
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$35

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$ 3

Priyadarshini Park
Sprawling, 20-acre seaside park with exercise fields, an olympic track, tennis courts & a gymnasium.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$3
18 - 22 min

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Salar Jung Museum
Former art collection of the Salar Jung family from around the world, now a museum.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$15
9 - 11 min

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Charminar
Iconic 16th-century mosque with 4 grand arches, 48m tall minarets and views over the Laad Bazaar.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$13
10 - 15 min

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Tahniyat Mahal
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$5
Day 2
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$60

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$ 5

Chowmahalla Palace
Persian-style palaces with an opulent Durbar hall in lush grounds open for events & receptions.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$18
13 - 16 min

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Moazzam Jahi Market
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
7 - 9 min

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St. Joseph's Cathedral
19th-century Catholic cathedral featuring a sizable sanctuary & 2 bell towers playing hymns.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$5
10 - 12 min

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Buddha Statue
Monolith of Gautama Buddha on its own island in Hussain Sagar lake, which can be reached by boat.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$8
13 - 16 min

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Ramoji Film City Office
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$25
Day 3
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$30

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$ 2

Hussain Sagar
A large Buddha monument rises atop a giant rock in the midst of this heart-shaped, urban lake.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
6 - 8 min

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NTR Gardens
Urban park covering over 13 hectares, with family attractions, a restaurant, fountains & a Japanese garden.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$10
4 - 6 min

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Lumbini Park
Popular park on a lake with gardens, musical fountain shows, a large Buddha statue & boat rides.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$8
14 - 21 min

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Birla Mandir
Imposing, hilltop Hindu temple built of white marble, with towers, shrines and interior carvings.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$5
Day 4
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$33

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$ 3

Nehru Zoological Park
Spacious zoo featuring tigers, rhinos, elephants & monkeys, plus safari rides.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$20
31 - 38 min

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Kalakriti Art Gallery
Family-run art gallery since 2002 with contemporary exhibits, artist-in-residence programs & a cafe.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$5
59 - 71 min

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Osman Sagar
Large city reservoir with park-like space popular for picnicking & viewing of sunrises & sunsets.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$8
Day 5
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$38

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$ 4

Statue Of Equality | Sri Ramanujacharya Swamy
Vast, golden monument dedicated to medieval guru Sri Ramanuja, with a meditation hall in its base.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
50 - 60 min

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Himayat Sagar Lake
Large reservoir with grassy banks, popular for picnics & renowned for its sunset views.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$8
43 - 52 min

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Golconda Fort
Capital of a kingdom that flourished from the 14th to 16th century, with 87 semi-circular bastions.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$13
21 - 26 min

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Durgam Cheruvu
This 83-acre lake in Ranga Reddy district features fishing, boating, a floating fountain & more.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$5
55 - 82 min

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Cable Bridge
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$5

Budget breakdown: $210 In total

Activities & Food:$195
Transport:$15