Top 9 Day Trips from in Andhra Pradesh, India

Lepakshi tour is a guided tour to an Architectural jewel of the Vijayanagara Empire.It is a treasure trove of temples, sculptures, paintings and other works of art. The hanging pillar in the temple hall is a marvel of ancient structural engineering. The other highlight is the mystery of Giants who as per legends were supposed to have built the old sections of the temple. We will look for traces of the evidence left behind by Giants of their existence!

Inclusions: Private guide, Lunch, Private car, Pick up and drop

Exclusions: Beverages

Explore the day long by 2 hrs drive with a small detour to the north of Bengaluru city. Real Indian villages, lifestyles, paddy fields, grassing cattles etc pass  by visiting the world's  best preserved, asia's largest treasure trove of various narrative alluring frescos, 16th Cen AD temple at Lepakshi : Vijayanagar style famed Hanging Pillar of beaming triumphantly with profusion of carvings and paintings of a huge 100-pillared dance hall, adorned with exquisite sculptures of divine beings, saints, guardians, musicians, carving of three coiled seven-hooded serpent providing an umbrella cover over a Lingam. Spectacular Gigantic Nandi sculpture in couchant posture is the India’s biggest monolithic Bull, 10 Mtr length and 6 Mtr is a colossal structure decorated by Necklace and Bells. While you drive back, stop to witness the prayers and the twin temples (810 AD) perhaps the finest and most ornate of the Dravidian temples and a huge stepped temple tank in Karnataka, at Nandi Village.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Lepakshi is a quaint little village located in the South Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is home to several temples dedicated to the Hindu Gods Shiva, Vishnu and Veerabhadra. The temples were constructed between the 14th and 17th century and showcase the Vijaynagar style of architecture. On this day-excursion visit the famous Veerabhadra temple and some other historical sites. Highlights: • Largest statue of Nandi bull • Nagalingam, sculpture of a snake entwined around a giant lingam • Hanging pillar

Inclusions: Private air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Local English speaking guide, Breakfast (beverage excluded), Lunch (beverage excluded), 02 bottles of mineral water per person

Exclusions: Food & drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

One of the most valuable cities in India, Bangalore is called Silicon Valley of India. Beautiful parks, picturesque lakes, and pleasant weather make it a great tourist place and experiences footfall round the year. If you are in this third largest city, you cannot miss this tour. About 123 Km from Bangalore is Lepakshi and a two-hour ride from Lepakshi is Nandi Hills. Both these places are ready to serve your eyes with treats and will allow you to create never forgetting memories. All the places in this tour are handpicked and are a must-visit. If you are in the city of Bangalore and want a tour that will allow you to know more about the history and culture of Lepakshi and Nandi Hills, then this is a must book. Book this tour now and be left with a lot of memories worth sharing. Tour Pick-up Time: 6:30 am

Inclusions: Pick-up and drop-off from your city hotel in Bangalore, All currently applicable taxes-Toll Taxes & Interstate Taxes, English Speaking Driver, Transportation - Roundall transfers, sightseeing in a private air conditioner Car

Exclusions: Entry Tickets

Embark on full day excursion visit to Pulicat Lake Bird Sanctuary & Nellore Temple. Pulicat Lake is home for migratory bird & second largest brackish-water eco-system in India. Nellore had few architecturly build centuaries old temples. Enjoy boat ride on the Pulicat Lake visit Sri Ranganthaswami Temple, Vedagiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sri Raja Rajeshwar Temple & few other temple with your accompanied tour guide from Chennai. After the tour drive back to Chennai and drop off to your Hotel.

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off to your hotel, All taxes, English speaking guide, Bottled drinking water (2 bottle per person), Monuments entrances, Transport by AC vehicle

Exclusions: Any other sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary, Tips to driver & guide

Full day excursion tour to Srikalahasti Temple & Sri Venkateswara Temple day tour include AC vehicle and accompanies English speaking guide service from Chennai. Its include visit to all places of tourist interest in city and entrances to all monuments in the itinerary. Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Chennai is well included. We serve complementary bottled water in vehicle and flexible to accommodate guest requirement during the tour.

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off to your hotel, All taxes, English speaking guide, Bottled drinking water (2 bottle per person), Monuments entrances, Transport by AC vehicle

Exclusions: Any other sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary, Tips to driver & guide

1- 100% pick up from your city hotel 2- 0 miss since 2012 3- Local person assisting to see places 4- Enjoy Local drink 5- Hotel drop (can be arranged on request) 6- 100% safe for female travelers (tour conducted by award winning company for safety)

Inclusions: Local Drink or Traditional snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Camera fees or any other usage of personal nature, Entry fees for non Indian passport holders

- Guide accompanied trip - Historical, Architectural, Mythological & Archaeological views & stories. - Unfolding Vijayanagara Empire history - Articulation of Amazing Architecture with each pillar having a unique carving - Listen to the history of Lepakshi and the connection with Jatayu - Monolith bull, hanging pillar, exquisite sculptures & mural paintings - Immerse yourself into the beauty of fresco paintings depicting Shiva Parvathi - Kalyanam - Covering Bhoga Nandeeshwara and Yoga Nandeeshwara temples in - Nandi Hills And much more..

Inclusions: Curator charges, Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Tender Coconut or any Soft drink

Exclusions: Anything not in inclusions

Discover all the beautiful sights of Srisailam which are great example of spiritual and architectural brilliance like Mallikarjuna Temple, Srisailam Dam and taste local delicacies on this fantastic 8-hour experience with a personal guide in an air-conditioned car. Highlights: 1. Discover all the tourists places in the ancient south Indian city of Srisailam. 2. Explore the Shiv Jyotirling Mallikarjuna Temple, Ancient Temples and Srisailam Reservoir & Damand all the touristic sights in the city. 3. Complete the tour with a big smile on your face and beautiful memories to cherish in your photos.

Inclusions: Great local tips and recommendations, Highly trained and friendly Storyteller/ Guide who can speak English & Hindi, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Snacks

Exclusions: Lunch at your own expenses, Entrance fee to any historical site