Mesmerising Hyderabad Heritage Cultural Tour with Ethnic lunch

4.9 (105 reviews) 6–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Golconda fort — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Ibrahim Masque — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Explore Heritage Hyderabad in Full-day sightseeing, offering a True Taste of the city's forts, Palaces, Culture, and Shopping.

Explore City landmarks like Qutub Shahi Kingdom and Nizams of Hyderabad and take a glance from Plateau before we continue to Golconda Fort. We'll take advantage of the morning's cooler temperature to visit this medieval structure, a site which was once part of India's Kakatiya Dynasty that dates back to the 11th century.

Why not take a chance to try tasty Hyderabadi Dum Biryani before we proceed to Downtown to see the landmark and symbol of Hyderabad, The Charminar? There you can browse Bangles and 'Attar' (fragrant essential oil) at the famous Laad Bazaar, visit Mecca Masjid Mosque, and experience Irani Chai.

Chowmohalla Palace, Heritage Building Like, Mecca Majid, Unnani Hospital, Char Kamans, High Court of Telangana, Town Hall.

Come with me and discover true Hyderabad, its old traditions and cultures, amazing food, and spectacular sights.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–2
Guide: English
Operated by: Hyderabad by locals

What is included

Included

Included: Tea and coffee: Irani chai and cookies
Included: Bottled water
Included: Monuments fee
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Lunch: Hyderabad Biryani or Telangana veg.Thali

Itinerary

Golconda Fort

2 hours Admission included

Explore the World's best defense with a scholar guide The origins of the Golconda Fort can be traced back to the 11th century. It was originally a small mud fort, built by the kakatiya of Warangal, it became part of the Bahamani Empire and the Principal capital of Qutub Shahi sultans, once you enter the fort 8 km Granite wall 8 gates 87 Bastions, Your guide will take you through Bala-hisar gate where you will experience best communication system at Grand clapping portico with clapping sound Ecosystem, then continue the walk towards to world-famous diamond market and climbing to fort steps to reach Baradari (Durbar hall) on way up will cover Persian wooden wheel water supply system and Granaries, Ramadas jail, Ibrahim masque, Jagadamba maha kali temple belongs to 11th century one you reach Baradari you will have a commanding view of Golconda and Hyderabad city and enjoy King and Queen Enclosures, Harems, Central courts, horse, camels, and Elephants Stables many more.
Qutb Shahi Tombs

one hour Admission included

The Qutb Shahi Tombs are situated in the Ibrahim Bagh close to Golconda Fort in Hyderabad, They contain the tombs and mosque arch, columns, dome minarets, and galleries were created with finessed and are surrounded by landscape gardens worked by the different Sultan of the Qutb Shahi line. The displays of the smaller tombs are of a solitary story while the bigger ones are two-storied. In the focal point of every tomb is a stone casket which overlies the genuine entombment vault in a sepulcher beneath. The arches were initially overlaid with blue and green tiles, of which just a couple of pieces currently remain, also the same complex witnessed step wells, Turkish Hamams. And best char-bagh Gardens (copy of Paradise).
Stop 3

40 min

Puranapool means Old bridge Originally known as Paar-ana- pool(Persian word meaning Bride of Love) once you reach to place your guide explains about LOVE TALE of Muhamad Quli and Bagamathi. who was the Founder of Hyderabad and king of Golconda.
Stop 4

30 min

Laad bazar one the oldest street Markets in India Laad meaning lacquer, is used to make bangles, on which artificial diamonds are studded. In this 1-kilometre-long shopping strip, most of the shops make lacquer bangles and sell bangles, saris, wedding-related items, and imitation jewelry. Perfumes.
Charminar

30 min Admission not included

The Charminar is Land mark of India, Part of Paradise city of Qutub shahi kings The Charminar was constructed at the intersection of the historical trade route that connects the city to international markets through the port city of Machilipatnam. The Old City of Hyderabad was designed with Charminar as its centrepiece The city was spread around the Charminar in four different quadrants and chambers, segregated according to the established settlements. Towards the north of Charminar is the Char Kaman, or four gateways, constructed in the cardinal direction. Additional eminent architects from Persia were also invited to develop the city plan. The structure itself was intended to serve as a mosque and madrasa. It is of Indo-Islamic architecture style, incorporating Persian architectural elements
Mecca Masjid

15 min

Built with local granite, it finds its place among the largest mosques in India and is the most important and largest one in the city. The arched gallery displays the tombs of all the Nizams from the year 1803. The mosque has a length of 225 feet and is 180 feet wide with a height of 75 feet.
Stop 7

30 min

Nimrah café and Bakery- One of the oldest Bakery in Historic Hyderabad city where you will experience, how to prepare Irani chai and Famous Osmania cookies and many more Hyderabad street food
Chowmahalla Palace

one hour Admission included

Chowmahalla Palace one the Beautiful palace of powerful Nizams of Hyderabad who Ruled from 1724-1948

It is particularly famous for the ornate work on its walls and ceilings, a mechanical clock that has been functioning for over 250 years, the 19 chandeliers of Belgian crystal in the Durbar Hall and the marble platform on which the Takht-e-Nishan (royal seat) was placed.
Stop 9

Passing by

Mozamjahi Market is very famous for the fruit market which is located in the heart of the city, Hyderabad. During the rule of the last Nizam, Mir Osman Ali Khan in 1935, it was constructed and was named after his second son Moazzam Jah. In the 1980s the fruit market was shifted to Kothapet
Hussain Sagar Lake

30 min

Situated just 2km away from the heart of the city, Hussain Sagar is one of the most popular tourist places in Hyderabad. The lake connects two parts of the city (Secunderabad and Hyderabad). The largest artificial lake in Asia, Hussain Sagar Lake was excavated in 1562 AD during the reign of Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah. Built on the tributary of River Musi, the lake has been named after Hussain Shah Wali. Hussain Sagar Lake was initially built to cater to the irrigation needs and other water needs of the city. Until the year of 1930, it was used for the same purpose.
Stop 11

one hour

Typical Hyderabad cuisine Restaurant