Full day guided tour of Hyderabad
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A great blend of regal history and bold modernity, Hyderabad is a delightful place to visit. As the capital of Telangana, it is always thronging with tourists from far off as well as the locals. There are some epic places to visit in Hyderabad, which will satiate your hunger to explore. This reminds us that the city of Nizams is also popular for its Hyderabadi Biryani which is something not to be missed here. The new, cosmopolitan area of the city is also filled with a plethora of places like the Golkonda Fort and Salar Jung Museum for the history buffs, Ramoji Film city for the movie buffs, and the glittery malls & clubs dotted all over for the people to have a good time.
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The Four Minarets stand at a height of 56m from the plinth called as “Arc de Triomphe of the East” Visit Macca Masjid one of the largest mosque in the world. This Bazaar has a charm of its own. From vendors constantly inviting you into their little but brilliant shops to buy things to the view of the majestic Charminar makes it one of the best places to visit in Hyderabad. Vintage coins, bangles, metal sling bags, and Attar are some of the things you can buy from this unique Bazaar. If you only have a day to spend in Hyderabad, then it is suggested that you visit this Bazaar. It provides a unique insight into the lives of the locals and paints a colorful picture of the vibrant city. Yes, there is a reason why it is known to be one of the top tourist places in Hyderabad. The epic signature of the city, Char Minar makes for a wonderful sight. Located in the heart of Hyderabad’s old city, surrounded by Mecca Masjid, built using bricks from Mecca and Laad Bazaar - a boisterous shopping street, this landmark is laced in history. Timings: 9am – 5:30pm Entry fee: INR 5 per person for Indians, INR 100 per person for foreign nationals Photography: Allowed
one of the most famous landmarks of the city of Hyderabad. Famous for its acoustics, a unique signalling device that was incorporated in its construction, the structure is known for its palaces, ingenious water supply system and the famous Fateh Rahben, one of the cannons used in the last siege of Golconda by Aurangzeb. The Sound & Light show brings alive the grandeur of one of India’s famous forts. Timings: 0900-1730 hrs Entry fee: INR 5 per person for Indians INR 100 per person for foreign nationals INR 130 per person for Light & Sound Show Photography: Allowed, INR 25 per camera for videography.
One of the historical places to visit in Hyderabad is the set of absolutely beautiful Qutub Shahi Tombs ensconced against the lovely backdrop of the picturesque Ibrahim Bagh. These represent the final resting ground of rulers of the founding dynasty of Hyderabad. Timings: 9:30am – 6:30pm Entry fee: NA Photography: Allowed, INR 20 per camera
Visit of largest One Man collection of artifacts Located in the prime venue of old Hyderabad city, the Salar Jung Museum has illustrious neighbours like the Charminar, Mecca Masjid and State Central Library and you can see all of them in a small walk tour. One of the must see places to visit in Hyderabad with family, this is among India’s premier museums with 38 galleries spread over three buildings. Nawab Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, who also lent his name to the museum, acquired a rich repository of artistic achievements of diverse European, Asian and Far Eastern countries of the world; a major chunk of the collection is on display. Check out artifacts mirroring the human evolution from 2nd century BC to early 20th century AD. Timings: 10am – 5pm & Closed on every Friday and all public holidays Entry fee: INR 10 for general public INR 150 for foreign citizens Students with identity cards are given 50% concession. Defence personnel in uniform, organized Kisan parties and children below 12 years are also given 50% concession. Children's Week' (14th-20th November) school children up to 12 years of age accompanied by teachers are allowed free of charge. 'Museum Week' (8th-14th January) public is given concession in the entrance ticket. Photography: INR 20 for still and mobile photography
It is the Palace of the Nizams of Hyderabad ,
Located close to Charminar, Laad Bazaar is undoubtedly one of the top tourist places in Hyderabad. It is quite famous for its pearls and bangle collection. A variety of cosmetics, dresses and handbags are also frequently bought by the ladies. For the shopping lover, Laad Bazaar is a haven. You can buy souvenirs and decorative items too. The market is mostly crowded all through the day. However, if you love street shopping, you will be so engrossed in all the sparkling material of the shops that walking through a swarm of people won’t be a problem. Timings: 11 AM – 10.30 PM Fee: None
Listed among heritage monuments in Hyderabad, Mecca Masjid or Makka Masjid as referred by locals holds a distinct position of not just being the oldest mosques in the city but is also one of India’s biggest. This 400year old monument was constructed using the soil from Mecca. Hence the name. Adding more to the erstwhile era around the Charminar and old Hyderabad city, the mosque’s imposing structure and splendid architecture are visible in its three-arched façade carved from single granite, minarets, and balconies. It is one of the most famous Hyderabad Tourist Places. Location: Charminar Rd, Charminar, Ghansi Bazaar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500002 Timings: 4am – 9:30pm Entry fee: NA Photography: Allowed
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Pickup Locations & Times
We pickup guests from any hotel in Hyderabad. The charges may vary because of the distance involved
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(23)
The full day guided tour of Hyderabad is a superb experience. Our guide Mohan was very knowledgable and explained all the main attractions and sights well. Driver Rafiq was fabulous. We covered all the listed sights in the itinerary, although did not do full Golkonda Fort due to time constraints. All sights are must visit and takes ample time. It is highly recommended, the pick-up and drop-off was on time and the car was very comfortable.
Really glad you enjoyed yourself.
We absolutely loved this tour! The experience was seamless from the start, with a punctual pickup right from our hotel. Our guide, Mr. Azam, was incredibly knowledgeable about the history and culture of Hyderabad. He paced the day perfectly, navigating the sites so that we avoided long lines and crowds. One thing we truly appreciated was his eye for photography; he knew all the best vantage points to capture the perfect shots. While the itinerary officially mentioned four locations, we were pleasantly surprised when he took us to several other important sites nearby. For lunch, I asked for a "good" place, but we were taken to a fantastic spot! Another highlight was the Golconda Fort: Mr. Azam ensured we visited the best spots to truly experience the acoustics and engineering brilliance of the fort. Both Mr. Azam and the chauffeur, Mr. Sami, were highly professional, patient, and courteous throughout the day before dropping us back at our hotel. This was easily one of the best touring experiences we’ve ever had. If it’s your first time in Hyderabad, I cannot recommend this enough. A special thanks to Ms. Sheena, India TajMahal Tour Operators for her proactive and timely communication. Her constant updates made the entire process stress-free and memorable. Thank you.
Dear Ryan, I am glad you enjoyed your tour. Would be pleasure to assist you agin for your future tours within India and around. Regards, Sheena
Please do not take this tour. They did not turn up. Viator is processing my refund. Unprofessional ............ very unhappy tourist in hyderabad for a few days. Viator needs to up their game.
Ma’am, there are no excuses and we sincerely apologise for the no show. We immediately approved full refund to Viator. The driver was given the duty but he somehow misunderstood the date of the tour. If you check our track record, in the last 20 yrs, we’ve never missed providing service to a single client. Have a good day.
Very very happy for the competence and the experience of the Guide Azam and the Driver Shafi.The guide was very flexible and pazient to follow all my requests.
Thank you for choosing us and I am glad to know that you enjoyed the tour of Hyderabad. Regards..
Solo female traveler approved. Excellent tour with a good feel for the different parts of Hyderabad. Mr Azam (tour guide) and Mr Shafi (driver) were kind, professional and very knowledgeable. Mr Azam was also flexible about helping me spend more time at locations that interested me and less at others I wanted to skim.
Dear Vincentia, I am glad you enjoyed your tour of Hyderabad. We arrange for trips across India including Taj Mahal, Jaipur etc and to countries like Sri Lanka, Africa, Thailand, Vietnam, turkey etc. it would be a pleasure to assist you. Regards, Sheena +91 9810241121
I had a great tour with Sainath, who knew the best times to visit each of Hyderabad's most iconic landmarks to avoid too much traffic. If it's your first time in the city, this makes for a great introductory tour to learn where you'd like to spend more time exploring, and afterwards you'll have some great photos to take home with you. Sainath identified a lunch place based on dietary preferences (veg/non-veg, etc.) which I thought was very considerate. We visited two shops where the sales pressure was high and the prices were likely marked up significantly for tourists. The shops were otherwise reputable and government-certified. The shopowners were able to detail everything there is to know about pearls, silk, sandalwood, cashmere, and everything else they have on display. It was a great way to learn about the goods that traditionally made Hyderabad such a significant trading hub. Just do a little homework first so you can support the local businesses without feeling too overcharged. :) Overall, it was a memorable tour with a lot of variety. Highly recommended for first-time travelers!
I am glad you enjoyed the trip. Have shared your feedback with the local guide. We’ll ensure that shopping experience is enhanced for our future guests.
Had great day in Hyderabad. Golconda fort is a must go, Charminar and the old city have a nice atmosphere. Guide was very good and I was dropped at the airport as requested. Recommended
Glad you enjoyed your Hyderabad trip.
The guide Kalyan was from Hyderabad and very knowledgable about the city's history and current affairs. He and the driver, Shafi, were always on time and attentive to our needs. We also changed the programme as we ended up seeing one of the sites before the tour. The company, India TajMahal Tour Operators, were very responsive on the online communications. I would definitely recommend them!
I am glad you enjoyed the tour. Should you wish to visit any other place in India, I’ll be happy to assist.
We had a very good day thanks to the descriptive history provided by Mohan and the smooth travel by Tayyab. We enjoyed the history of Hyderabad that was so well told to us by Mohan. His rich understanding of Hyderabad really benefited us.
I am glad you enjoyed the tour. Should you wish to visit any other place in India, I’ll be happy to assist.
We really enjoyed the tour of Hyderabad. The guide Mr. Venu is a wonderful storyteller with a deep knowledge of history and good English, a pleasant person. In comfortable pace, without haste, we managed to explore all the main attractions of the city, had delicious milk tea with pastries in a popular bakery and were fascinated by Hyderabad, its history and inhabitants. We chose the agency by chance on the Internet and we were very lucky that we met Sheena, who organized everything in the best way, was always in touch, picked up such a wonderful guide for us! The driver, the car - everything was at a high level. We will continue to contact this agency. We highly recommend this tour to everyone!
Leyla, Thank you so much for your feedback. I am glad you enjoyed your trip.
