Half-Day (4Hrs) Tour of Hyderabad's Historic & Cultural part of Old City | La Vacanza Travel

Half-Day (4Hrs) Tour of Hyderabad's Historic & Cultural part of Old City

Duration: 4 hours
Destination: India, Telangana, Hyderabad
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  • 4 hours
  • Hyderabad
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  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Explore the walled Old City of Hyderabad and visit its famous landmarks on this 4-hour tour. You will start this fantastic tour by visiting 8 kms circumference lake Hussein Sagar with the world's largest monolithic granite statue of Buddha, lumbini park, en route with the Birla Temple Hills, pass through state legislative assembly enter the old city area with oldest nampalli train station, Badshahi ashurkhana and then smell the pearl, spice, cloth market walking tour, charkamans and then finally the Charminar. You have an option to use the stairs (payment directly), the largest mosque in the city, Sip the Irani chai Bangle Street and finally end up at Paiga Tombs and then back to your place of stay.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Hussain Sagar Lake, 2 km from Hyderabad Center, Hyderabad India

Hussain Sagar is a heart-shaped lake built by Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah in 1563 AD occupying 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. It also separates the city centre of Hyderabad from its neighborhood Secunderabad. The maximum depth of the lake is 32 feet.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Lumbini Park, Opposite Secretariat New Gate Hussain Sagar, Khairtabad, Hyderabad 500004 India

Lumbini Park is a small public, urban park of 7.5 acres adjacent to Hussain Sagar, named after Lumbini of Nepal dedicated to Lord Buddha.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Buddha Statue, Hussain Sagar Khairatabad, Hyderabad 500029 India

World’s largest monolithic granite statue of Lord Buddha was erected in 985 stood at 58 feet (18 m) and weighed 350 tons, on the "Rock of Gibraltar in the middle of Hussain Sagar.
This statue is located at Lumbini Park in the Hussain Sagar Island can be reached by boat in 15 minutes.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Birla Mandir, Naubath Pahad Kala Pahad, Nr. Hussainsagar Lake, Hyderabad 500063 India

Birla Mandir is a Hindu temple, built on a 280 feet (85 m) high hillock called Naubath Pahad on a 13 acres plot. The temple was constructed by Birla Foundation, which has also constructed several similar temples across India, all of which are known as Birla Mandir.

Pass By: Telangana State Legislature, CF29+H46, Public Gardens, Red Hills, Lakdikapul, Hyderabad, Telangana 500004, India

The Telangana state Legislative Assembly Building, was built in 1905 to mark the 40th birthday of 6th Nizam Mir Mahboob Ali Khan of Hyderabad state. This white gem of Hyderabad's architectural splendour was designed by specially commissioned architects. It adjoins the picturesque public gardens also known as the famous hanging gardens.

Pass By: Nampally Railway Station, Red Hills, Lakdikapul, Hyderabad, Telangana 500457, India

Hyderabad Deccan (Nampally) railway station was built in 1907 by Osman Ali Khan, the last Nizam of Hyderabad. This marvelous building was once used by the erst while Nizam kings for their personal carriages.

Pass By: Mozamjahi Market, Malakunta, Abids, Hyderabad, Telangana 500457, India

Mozamjahi Market is very famous for the fruit and flower market built During the ruling of last Nizam, Mir Osman Ali Khan in 1935 AD

Pass By: High Court, Ghansi Bazaar, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

The High Court of Telangana is the High Court of the Indian state Telangana. Founded by the 7th Nizam H.E.H Mir Osman Ali Khan, initially it was set up as High Court of Hyderabad for the then Princely State of Hyderabad Deccan and later renamed High Court of Andhra Pradesh, as it was set up on 5 November 1956 under the States Reorganisation Act, 1956

Stop At: Badshahi Ashurkhana, Madina Cir, Rekab Gunj, Hyderabad India

Badshahi Ashurkhana is a Shia Muslim mourning place, near Charminar. It was constructed in memory of martyrdom of Imam Hussain, and is used during the festival of Moharram.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Pathar Gatti, Hyderabad, Telangana 500002, India

This is a spice, pearl and cloth market on the way to charminar, better to explore by walk.

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Char Kaman, Ghansi Bazaar, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Char Kaman (meaning four gates) are four historical structures located near Charminar were built in 1592. Charminar Kaman, Machli Kaman, Kali Kaman and Sher-e-Batil-Ki-Kaman

Stop At: Mecca Masjid, Charminar Rd Charminar, Ghansi Bazaar, Hyderabad 500002 India

Makkah Masjid is a congregational mosque in with a capacity of 20,000, built around 17th Cen AD by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, the fifth ruler of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, commissioned bricks to be made from the soil brought from Mecca. During Fridays after noon prayers are offered.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hyderabad, Hyderabad, Hyderabad District, Telangana

Irani cafés were originally opened by Zoroastrian Irani immigrants to British India in the 20th century fleeing Islamic persecution in West Asia and Central Asia boasting popular for Irani chai (tea). Hyderabad also boasts with special Nizamia (osmania) Biscuits.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Charminar Road Char Lamar, Hyderabad 500002 India

The land mark of Hyderabad built nearly 400 years ago. There are steps to go to the minarates to get the full view of the old city. These steps are closed on every Fridays. You can pay admission fees directly.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Laad Bazaar Road, Hyderabad 500002 India

Laad Bazaar is a very old market popular for bangles located on one of the four main roads that branch out from the historic Charminar. Laad meaning lacquer is used to make bangles, on which artificial diamonds are studded. In this 1-kilometer (0.62 mi)-long shopping strip, most of the shops sell bangles, saris, wedding related items, and imitation jewelry.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Paigah Tombs, Santosh Nagar 10 Km from Charminar, Hyderabad 500058 India

The tombs belonging to the nobility of Paigah family, who were fierce loyalists of the Nizams, served as statespeople, philanthropists and generals under and alongside them.

Duration: 30 minutes

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup & drop within Hyderabad city
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional guide
  • Local Irani tea
  • Pickup from your place of stay within Hyderabad city

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
any place of stay within Hyderabad city limits. while booking please advise the place of stay details.

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 hours


User's Reviews

HappyCouple10072010

14 Apr, 2024

My half day tour of Hyderabad was truly enjoyable. Srinu, our guide, showcased remarkable knowledge about the city's history, highlighting captivating insights throughout the journey. He led us to hidden gems that I wasn't even aware existed, unveiling the city's rich tapestry of culture and heritage. The pinnacle of the tour was undoubtedly the walking exploration of Charminar. This iconic landmark came alive under Srinu's guidance, revealing its intricate history and significance. To top it off, we indulged in a delightful cup of Iranian tea at Nimrah Cafe, adding a flavorful touch to our experience. I must commend Saif for his skilled driving, ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride throughout the excursion. Overall, it was an excellent tour that exceeded my expectations, thanks to the expertise of Srinu and the proficiency of Saif.

Hannele_E

03 Apr, 2024

The guide never came as agreed. I called to the service, they said that they did not have a booking confirmation!! I had a clear confirmation in e-mail and the money was billed from credit card. It was the only possible time for me as I was on a hectic business trip so changing time was not an option. Terrible experience. Now I am waiting to get my money back.

AndreJoerg

11 Mar, 2024

My Tour Guide was Venu Reddy. Once again a big thank you for this interesting tour. It was a pleasant experience and I really appreciated his wide knowledge and friendly and carrying attitude. I can truly recommend him and this interesting tour

DESIGNED_b

29 Dec, 2023

Boring!!! AF! The tour guide said she been doing this tour for 20 years and it felt like her first time. The tour was very poorly plan out. She had us standing in the crazy streets of India and strangers was coming up to us in our face. When we asked what was stated, she said they want to know if we need a taxi. My gut was feeling like that was not the correct translation. I just had a strange feeling. She bought to building that was being repaired and had women and children there working covered in dust. As we walking back to where we left our shoes as we had to removed them to walk the grounds, she told us we NEEDED to pay the women. Which I did not as the tour description did not state this. She went to mentioned more than once. Which I told directly I would not. And she said she would do it and we can pay her back later. Which I pulled and the La Vacanza Travel tour details and told I did not see this on the La Vacanza Travel app. And she drop the topic. If I could I would give the a -1. I have done many tour before especially with La Vacanza Travel and this was the worst. Please retrain or get younger people to do the tour with an actual plan of where to go and see. Not a lady just wondering aimlessly around.

Baldimort

18 Dec, 2023

Our tour guide Karunanidhi was great! Very friendly and informative. This tour is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in Hyderabad's history and culture.

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It was a beautiful trip and was content with my trip, guide, driver and his car.

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