Treasures of Central India

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 14 days
  • tour type Small group Request as private
  • age requirement 16-95 yrs
  • max group size 16
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-21662
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Mumbai, India
  • Ends Goa, India
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • A full on exploration of central India's historical and cultural riches beyond Mumbai
  • Bijapur - Visit the vast Gol Gumbaz, the Deccan mausoleum of King Mohammed Adil Shah
  • Ajanta and Ellora - Explore the UNESCO-listed painted caves and rock-cut temples
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Starting in Mumbai and ending in Goa, the "Treasures Of Central India" tour is a guided cultural, religious and historic sites trip that takes 14 days. You will travel through Goa, Karnataka, Bijapur and 6 other destinations in India. "Treasures Of Central India" is a small group tour which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Explore the historical and cultural riches of central India. This full-on tour whisks us from the hustle and bustle of vibrant Mumbai to the tranquil white-sand coasts of Goa, via the Deccan Plateau, ticking off temples, mausoleums, and must-see UNESCO sites. From city slums to the effervescent bazaars and slow-paced villages, this two-week trip gives you a taste of true India, as it is today, and as it once was.



Mumbai - Explore the most-populated city in India, from the glittering skyscrapers to the slums of Dharavi, the inspiration for 'Slumdog Millionaire'.

Bijapur - Visit the vast Gol Gumbaz, the Deccan mausoleum of King Mohammed Adil Shah.

Ajanta and Ellora - Explore the UNESCO-listed painted caves and rock-cut temples.
ITINERARY Expand All
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  • Day 1 : Join trip in Mumbai
  • Day 2 : Sightseeing in Mumbai
  • Day 3 : Train to Aurangabad
  • Day 4 : Excursion to Ajanta
  • Day 5 : Visit Daulatabad Fort and Ellora Caves before overnight train to Hyderabad
  • Day 6 : Tour of Hyderabad
  • Day 7 : Visit palaces and tombs of Bidar
  • Day 8 : Visit Gulbarga and on to Bijapur
  • Day 9 : Explore Bijapur mosque and bazaar
  • Day 10 : Tour of Badami and drive to Hospet
  • Day 11 : Full day in Hampi
  • Day 12 : Train to Goa
  • Day 13 : Visit to Old Goa
  • Day 14 : Trip ends in Goa
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Meals
  • 12 Breakfasts
Accommodation
  • The Sahil Hotel Mumbai (2 nights)
  • The Fern Aurangabad (2 nights)
  • Overnight Train from Aurangabad to Hyderbad (1 night)
  • Quality Inn Residency (1 night)
  • Mastiff Select Hotel (1 night)
  • Hotel Madhuvan International (1 night)
  • Hotel Badami Court (1 night)
  • Hotel Malligi (2 nights)
  • Welcome Heritage Panjim Inn (2 nights)
Transport
  • Driver(s)
  • Bus
  • Train
Guide
  • Explore Tour Leader
  • Local Guide(s)
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to Mumbai and from Goa are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this Treasures of Central India tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
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REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
  • Protected Travel within your own bubble.
  • Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
  • Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Treasures of Central India tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 20 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 20 June 2024, a deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Treasures of Central India tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Treasures of Central India tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

For Solo Travelers

A twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • The average size of this tour is just 12 people.
  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be either fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure or have taken a negative test (rapid antigen or PCR)  within 72 hours of departure.
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