5-Day Itinerary for Andhra Pradesh & Telangana

  1. Day 1: Charminar and Golconda Fort
    30 minutes (7.4km) from Hyderabad Airport

    Begin your trip in Hyderabad with a visit to the Charminar, a historic monument built in 1591. Enjoy local street food and shop for bangles in the bazaar surrounding the area. Afterwards, head to the Golconda Fort, a fortress built in the 16th century that sits atop a granite hill. Here, learn about the history of the region and take in the beautiful panoramic views of the city.

  2. Day 2: Ramoji Film City and Falaknuma Palace
    50 minutes (29.4km) from Hyderabad

    Head out of Hyderabad to Ramoji Film City, the world's largest integrated film studio complex. Take a tour of the expansive sets and learn about the movie industry in India. After lunch on site, head to the Falaknuma Palace, a luxurious palace-turned-resort that was once home to the Nizam of Hyderabad. Take a guided tour and experience the grandeur and opulence of the era, in the beautiful palace setting.

  3. Day 3: Nagarjuna Sagar and Nagarjuna Konda
    4 hours (175km) from Hyderabad

    Experience the peaceful natural beauty of Andhra Pradesh with a visit to Nagarjuna Sagar, a scenic reservoir and dam. Explore the rich history of the area with a visit to the nearby Nagarjuna Konda, an ancient Buddhist settlement that offers insight into the region's deep historical and cultural roots.

  4. Day 4: Warangal Fort and Thousand Pillar Temple
    2 hours 40 minutes (149km) from Nagarjuna Konda

    Head to the ancient city of Warangal to explore the stunning Warangal Fort, a 13th-century structure built during the Kakatiya dynasty. Then, visit the nearby Thousand Pillar Temple, a beautifully intricate temple that dates back to the 12th century.

  5. Day 5: Vizag Beaches and the Submarine Museum
    3 hours 30 minutes (185km) from Warangal

    End your trip in the coastal city of Vizag with a relaxing day at the beach. Choose from a variety of beaches such as R K Beach or Yarada Beach. In the afternoon, visit the fascinating Submarine Museum housed in a real-life decommissioned submarine, take a tour and explore how it works.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Entry fee to Golconda Fort: INR 25-80)
  • Ramoji Film City Tour: INR 1,700-2,500
  • Falaknuma Palace Tour: INR 3,200-5,400
  • Entry fee to Nagarjuna Konda: INR 10-30
  • Entry fee to Warangal Fort & Thousand Pillar Temple: INR 10-100
  • Entry fee to Submarine Museum: INR 40-120
  • Cost of local transport & food : INR 1500-2500 per day
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 13,800-22,020

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Ramappa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Warangal. Another great option is to take a boat ride on the Hussain Sagar Lake in Hyderabad. If you have less time, consider skipping the Submarine Museum in Vizag, or cutting out the Trip to the Ramoji film city and spending more time exploring Hyderabad or Warangal.

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