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Things To Do & Activities In Andhra Pradesh | Thrillophilia.com

Explore and discover Hyderabad, the ‘City of Nawabs’ or the‘City of Charminar’ like never before!Join the walk from State Central Library to the City College anywhere between 10am to 5pm and get acquainted with Hyderabad’s bygone era. Accompanied with a certified guide, this 2 hours walk brings out the best of the city’s eternal vibrancy and grandeurs.

Starting from the State Central Library, the tour offers you an insight of its timeless collection and golden history. Established in 1891, this public library houses around 500,000 books and rare palm-leaf manuscripts which holds a testimony to India’s rich cultural heritage and culture. Post this, head towards the Musi River and enjoy the surreal ambience along the riverbanks.

Strolling around the riverbanks, visit the nearby Afzal Gunj Gurudwara and attain spiritual sanctity amidst the pleasant hymns of the gurubanis. The Afzal Gunj Masjid that lies close to the gurudwara is next on the list. Intricate architecture and pious ambience of the masjid adds more the spiritual solace and tranquillity of mind.

Moving further, visit Osmania General Hospital and the historic Tamarind tree. Known as the saviour of nearly 150 lives during the Musi River flooding, this tamarind tree has been standing tall since hundreds of years. Pass across the Afzalgunj Bridge for an enchanting view of the riverfront as you move towards the Victoria Maternity Hospital. The walk then takes you towards Hyderabad High Court and finally concludes on your arrival at the City College.

Embark on the walking trail of Charminar to Badshahi Ashurkhana and get acquainted with the stunning beauty and golden history of Hyderabad. Within the 2 hours of this tour that starts between 10am and 5pm, the visitors can witness some of the major landmarks of the city.

Starting with a delightful walk around Charminar and the nearby market places, the trail heads toward the Jame Masjid which is known for its stunning architecture and simple whitewashed appearance. After a lively visit to this historic mosque, walk towards the Char Kama that serves as the entrance to the Charminar and Mecca Masjid.

Post this visit the Sher-e-batil Kaman, which serves as the gateway to the palace that outlooks a river. The Kali Kaman, the northern gateway was originally known as the Nagarkhana-e-Shahi and Machlli Kaman can be visited after Sher-e-batil Kaman.

Also, walk towards the Phatter Gatti, which was originally built as a part of the city’s improvement scheme after the flood. With a visit to the Diwan Devdi or the residence if the Nizam’s prime minister and Badshahi Ashurkhana, one of the most sacred building for the Shia Muslims, this delightful walking tour comes to an end.

Hyderabad, one of the stunning cities in India, has successfully retained its past glories and grandeurs. Be it the ‘Shahi’ charm of the old city, the delicious cuisines , everything offers a unique and unmatchable identity to this state. This 4-5 hours tour offers a splendid way to witness and experience the old world charm and authenticity of Hyderabad.

On assembling at the Charminar at around 10am or 3pm, emabrk on this tantailzing tour of Hyderabad with a cup of Irani Chai and Osmania Biscuits. Known as two of the best and most delicious specialities of the city, one cannot afford to miss either of them on a Hyderabad trip. You can savour upon other delicacies and confectionaries like puffs, pastries, stuffed bread like dil-pasand and dil-khush.

Walking towards Patherghatti, sample some of the best varieties of dosas and head towards a local spice market which is known for its exotic and flavoursome spices. Experience the variants in Hyderabadi spices and know the secret of its delicious cuisines!

Post this, visit a nearby market and delight on delicacies like Nahari Kulcha, roti kheema and bhaja curry. After 11:30am, you can also sample the most authentic Hyderabadi Biryani in this market and get your taste buds greedier. In addition to this, you can also sample naan and marrg (soup), lukhmi (patty) with mincemeat, kebabs and pattherkaghosht.

After a scrumptious day of sampling and savouring different cuisines of Hyderabad, conclude this food tour by relishing desserts like double kameetha, khubanikameetha, malai and several others.

Discover the city of Hyderabad in a splendid way and get acquainted with its history! This 2 hours walking tour of the city of Nizams take the visitors to some of the major landmarks within the city and gives an insight of its rich history and immortal splendour.

With your arrival at the Charminar, the signature monument of Hyderabad, anywhere between 10am to 5pm, proceed towards the nearby bazaars. Witness the liveliness around the market places and take a stroll towards the Unani Hospital and RathKhana.

Post this, on the way to the stunning Mansoor Khan’s Mosque, visit the SardarMahal, behold the captivating beauty of both the historic monuments and also seek blessings from the Dargah within the mosque. Hereafter, walk towards Panj-e-Sah-Vilayat and proceed towards Mandi Jama Masjid. Explore and discover the vastness of the ancient gateway of Mandi Kaman and with your arrival at the Purani Haveli, this lively trail will come to an end.

Activity Location: Char Minar, Hyderabad

Activity Timings: 10 Hours (From 07:00 AM to 5:00 PM)

The precious heritage of the old city of Hyderabad is still conveniently preserved via the art, culture, architecture and food. Discover the city of Hyderabad like never before by embarking on this 10 hours long Heritage Walk, strolling through the lively streets. Feel the delightful vibes of the city along with the company of an award-winning guide who will add more flamboyance to Heritage Walking tour in Hyderabad.

Make your reservation with us for Heritage Walk Hyderabad and meet us at the activity location: Charminar. Explore the nearby commercial areas by walking through the narrow colourful lanes of the local markets and head towards the Mecca Masjid, a 17th-century mosque offering glimpses of the city’s golden era and essence. This tour will also cover the Golkonda Fort, Chudi Bazaar, Chowmahalla Palace and the Salar Jung Museum where this walking trail comes to an end and you will be given a souvenir as a memory of this walking tour.

Places Covered:
Golkonda Fort
Charminar
Chudi Bazaar
Mecca Masjid (Outside)
Chowmahalla Palace
Salar Jung Museum

Note: 
Children with a minimum age of 10 years can enjoy this activity and will be charged as an adult.
Maximum 8 pax can opt for this activity.

How to reach: The starting point is 3.2 Km from Nampally Railway Station, you can easily reach by public or private transport.

About the activity / tour with details :

This weekend, head for an exciting adventure in Horsley hills in Madanapalle with your friends and family! Horsley hills are around 160km (via Chintamani) from Bangalore and is a famous hill station in Andhra Pradesh situated at an altitude of 1265 metres (4174 ft.), making it a paradise for the visitors. The journey to Horsley hills is exciting as you will get to seek and discover the various species of plants and wild animals in the area. The natural beauty of this place is indeed irresistible no doubt and it has been nick named as ‘Andhra Ooty’. There are several local attractions here for you to enjoy such as the Eucalyptus tree named Kalyani which is a150 years old tree, the natural forest which is gifted by Mother Nature where you can spot animals like bears and wild dogs, jungle fowl, sambaras and panthers alike! Grab your cameras and trekking gear and prep up for an amazing trek! While here, you can also visit the Tribal Museum with your friends to explore the unique culture of the place.

Meal Types: 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunch and 1 Dinner all vegetarian meals. Non veg meal for both lunches can be availed by paying Rs. 400 extra

Accommodation Types: Guest House Accommodation

Activities: Walk to Sunset Point (Galibanda), Green/ Forest Trekking, Archery, High Rope Activities, Rock climbing and ATV Ride

Check In and Check Out: 12.00 Noon

Difficulty Level: Easy 

About the activity / tour with details:

Get your pedals in gear and participate in the exciting annual India’s Grand Canyon cycle ride in Gandikota and get your friends along too!  Located about 250kms from Bengaluru, Gandikota is a small village on the banks of river Pennar. The place has a long history and the name literally translates to ‘Gorge-Fort’. From above the canyon you will get to see the Pennar River winding its way through the canyon. It is a 2-day event and some of the interesting features of the ride include a hard ride to visit the Belum caves. There is another stretch passing by the numerous windmills which is a ‘hardcore’ MTB trail. Weekend cycling trips has been a trend due to youngsters and people of all ages looking for something fun and exciting to do all the time! There are many places of interest nearby such as the famous Gandikota fort, Belum caves, Granary, Ranganathaswamy temple, Gandikota Gorge View Point among many others that you can see and enjoy on this trip! 

Meal Types: 2 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Accommodation Types: Hotel Stay

Transportation Types: NA

Activities: Cycling

Difficulty Level: Easy

About the activity:

When luxury beckons you right to its very core, you do not say no! Experience a relaxing and exotic stay in the beautiful expanse of the Palm Beach hotel in Hyderabad! Join your family and friends at the resort and spend a wonderful holiday away from the city life! 

Palm Beach Hotel is located right on the beaches of Bay of Bengal overlooking the sea. This 4 Star Hotel & Resort in the entire Coastal is directly on the beach with a well-equipped state of the art health club [body language], the spacious swimming pool clubbed with an additional baby pool.  

While here, you can also enjoy a game of beach volleyball at the resorts very own private beach or a table tennis session at the indoor games room. The resort also avails excellent internet facilities in the rooms. ‘Masalah Mafia’, the Multicuisine Buffet restaurant will take care of your taste buds while the Sea Deck open air restaurant by the sea will be a perfect venue for a memorable dinner. 

You can relax and rejuvenate the evenings at the Lounge – DUSK with fantastic Sea View and amazing cuisine that will leave you mesmerized with the place!

About the Activity:

Delight in this amazing all women tour to Gandikota & Belum Caves. Enthral in this pleasing sightseeing tour that provides you with best of these otherwise off-beat destinations.

Get ready for a perfect memorable experience along with rest of your girl gang. Explore the stunning fort of Gandikota also known as the Grand Canyon of India. Delight in the beautiful sceneries – narrow valley formed between Erramala hill ranges. Witness stunning Pennar River meandering its course through the hills. Delight in the picturesque environs accompanying you throughout this pleasing all women tour to Gandikota & Belum Caves.

Rejuvenate yourself in this lovely trip with rest of the women! Explore the stunning Belum Caves – take a break from the traditional sightseeing destinations and embark on this underground offsite location. Enjoy the stunning landscapes and picturesque environs of this place while enthralling on this delightful all women to Gandikota & Belum Caves.

Meal Types: Breakfast

Accommodation Types: Resort Stay

Transportation Types: A/C Innova or Tempo Traveller

Activities: Sightseeing, Cave Exploration

Difficulty Level: Easy

Location: Tolkatta, Hyderabad

Timings: 9 AM to 6 PM

At the end of a long week, take a little break from your schedule and treat yourself to a leisurely day out at the Button Eyes Resort in Hyderabad. Located amidst jade green lawns you can enjoy a leisurely time with your family, loved ones or your corporate team members in the beautiful environs of the resort that will surely rejuvenate and refresh your body and mind.

The resort offers up amazing facilities and services that are sure to make your day out at the Button Eyes Resort more comfortable and memorable. Take a refreshing dip at the swimming pool, play an exciting game of cricket at an open theatre structure or simply stroll along with the lawns. You can have a small catch up at the roof gardens or indulge in some games on the lawns. You can take part in other activities like snooker, table tennis, carrom, chess, badminton, etc and get the most out of your day out at this resort.

Package Offered:
Day out with a welcome drink, lunch, hi-tea, and usage of swimming pool and games as mentioned above.

About the Activity: 

Take a much deserving break and escape into the arms of luxury with a stay at Button Take a much deserving break and escape into the arms of luxury with a stay at Button Eyes Resort, Hyderabad. Spend pleasurable moments with family or corporate groups in exploring the stunning environs of the resort that are replete with every amenity and luxury you need to make your stay memorable.

The resort offers multiple pleasing amenities and services and that to amidst peaceful and prominent location that is surrounded with stunning greens all around. With a great location and friendly staff comes the promise of a truly pleasurable stay at Button Eyes Resort, Hyderabad.

The packages can be availed in 3 primary ways. In addition to complimentary breakfast, the packages also include swimming pool, open air theatre, roof garden, lawn to play games.

Package 1: One night and one day stay on a per couple basis in Deluxe AC rooms.

Package 2: One night and one day stay on a per couple basis in AC Suite rooms.

Package 3: One night and one day stay on a per couple basis in cottage with private swimming pool. 

About the Activity:

Its time to relive romance with your partner this Celebrity Resort which is the first and the best resort in Hyderabad of its kind located at Shamirpet. It is a 4 star, lush property spread across 210 acres of tranquil surroundings with lush green trees playing host to golden sunrises and sunsets, giving it an authentic countryside feel. 

This resort will give you a vast array of 70 well-planned rooms to choose from. Guests can salute the morning sun by taking a dip in the resorts clear and clean outdoor swimming pool. There is also a health club with a spa and Jacuzzi facility. 

You and your partner can also contemplate in solitude in its landscapes suitable for rejuvenation. Celebrity Resort provides excellent banqueting facilities and has five conference halls where major corporate events, marriages and functions can be hosted and has facilities to accommodate a gathering of any volume. 

The Fiesta Club Restaurant and Orange Bowl Restaurant will also provide various delicacies to suit your palette and ensure that you enjoy a delicious experience! 

Difficulty Level: Easy

About the Activity: 

Dream Valley Resort is known as a Resort that embraces all the beauty of nature and splendour at its best! The theme of Dream Valley Resort was to provide a weekend getaway for families who spend all their time working and do not have time to relax and rejuvenate themselves for the coming week. Taking forward this legacy and providing more to Hyderabad the concept of a Resort with a water park was developed on an area of 20 acres at Bakaram Jagir before Chilkur X Roads. Head to the resort for a relaxing swim in the pool to beat the scorching Hyderabad heat and languish in the lush green lawns of the resort! You can engage in fun indoor and outdoor games while here and also revel in the sheer luxury that the resort offers for you at every step during your stay here! You can check in at 11:00AM in the morning and check-out by 12:00 noon the next day 

The different packages that you can avail are: 

Package 1: Ethnic cottage (Sunday-Fri) 

Package 2: Ethnic cottage (Saturday Check-in) 

Package 3: Executive Room (Sunday-Fri) 

Package 4: Executive Room (Saturday Check-in) 

Package 5: Deluxe Family Room (Sunday-Fri) 

Package 6: Deluxe Family Room (Saturday Check-in) - Rs. 4500 per day 

Package 7: 2 Bedroom Farm House 

About the Activity: 

Treat yourself to a luxurious stay at Lahari Resorts, where you can enjoy the best of luxuries in a spectacular environment. A unique getaway, far from the daily hustle and bustle of a city life, Lahari Resorts treats you to an unforgettable experience. Sprawling over 35 Acres, the resort seems like a never ending oasis of luxury and relaxation. Fill your eyes with the beauty of the resort that is decked up with glittering pools and cheerful water fountains that refresh the tired eyes.

Beautiful landscaped gardens await your footsteps if you should decide to take off on a leisurely evening stroll. The carefully manicured flowerbeds, green lawns and sculptures adorn the setting with utmost beauty. Be it a family day out or corporate gatherings a stay at Lahari Resorts Hyderabad will refresh you like no other.

The following activities can be availed at an additional cost:

• Bowling Alley Per Game Per head 200/-
• Snooker per hour per player 150/-
• Pool Table per hour per player 75/-
• Games Arcade per coin 20/-
• Beach Volleyball (night slot per hour)--- ( 6.00pm to 10.00pm) 2500/-
• Paint Ball per game per head (50 balls) 300/-
• Cricket Ground for 4 hrs – day slot / night slot 10000 /18000
• Discotheque per hour (Prior info to be given ) 5000/- 

Hyderabad is a gem of India and the city of Nawabs. The city has a lot of architectural marvels that were made by the rulers in the past. You will be mesmerized to see the aerial views of the city from the top.

About the Aerial Joyride in Hyderabad:
There is no better way to see your city than from the air while sitting in the comfort of a plane! Head for an exciting aerial joyride in Hyderabad with your loved ones and relax in the serenity of the comfortable aircraft! Experience it from a soaring flight of discovery that takes you on a breathtaking and memorable tour. At a height of 2,500 feet above the ground, in the comfort of world-renowned CESSNA aircraft, experience this half an hour flight of ultimate action, sheer thrill and an exhilarating aerial adventure.

Witness aerial views of popular sights like Hussain Shah Garden, the Buddha Statue, Birla Temple, Char Minar, Golconda Fort, Necklace Road, Central library, and more.

Operating Hours:
All days: 11:00am-4:00pm

Location: B.N. Reddy Nagar Airfield

Shoot your friends with lasers during the laser game. We will provide individual scorecards to each player showing detailed stats of how well (or how bad!) a player played during the laser tag game. Lazer Ops was previously known as LaserMaxx India. We still use the awesome LaserMaxx Equipment in Hyderabad. Lazer Ops was the first Laser tag arena in Hyderabad and one of the first laser game arenas in India. Lazer Ops was also the first laser tag gaming center in India to have a multi-level laser game arena which is in our Jubilee Hills laser tag arena in Hyderabad.

Activities: Lazer Tag

Difficulty Level: Easy

About the Activity:

Take a break from the humdrums of routine life and enthrall in this delightful getaway experience in the sprawling property of Celebrity Resorts, one of the best and finest places to stay in entire Hyderabad.

Delight in array of world class amenities while staying in this relaxing abode! Begin your day by taking a relaxing swim in the pool. You can also enjoy comforting services of the health club and a spa available in the vicinity of Celebrity Resorts. Enthrall in scores of indoor games with your friends and family – enjoy exciting sessions of chess, carom, table tennis and various other equally entertaining game sessions.

Build your team and get ready to participate in exciting sessions of badminton, basketball and volleyball. Delight in the soothing aura of this place while enjoying a completely blissful escapade in this stunning place – Celebrity Resorts.

Hyderabad, just like its biriyani and people, is full of surprises and packs a punch for the traveller in you! Explore the history and spiciness of a city as old as time, yet as cool as new, from the comfort of your helicopter or fixed aircraft. A joy ride above the city is an unforgettable way to experience the breathtaking beauty of Hyderabad and its surrounding areas. Bring your friends and family to have fun and enjoyment .Also make your loved ones special days like birthdays,anniversary as a memorable one by taking them for a fun and exciting joy ride in the clouds.You can also gift the joy ride voucher to anyone as a surprise gift and make them happy. Bring your friends & family to have fun and enjoyment on air.you can also celebrate your auspicious days like birthdays and anniversaries by cake cutting on air and make it more memorable. You can also gift the joy ride voucher to anyone special as a surprise gift and make them happy. The 2 packages under this trip are: 

1. 30 minutes aerial ride for 2 people 

2. 30 minutes aerial ride for 3 people 

Activities: Aircraft joy ride over Hyderabad

Difficulty Level: Easy

• Love adventure to the core with this amazing package of rent a bike from Bangalore to Gandikota, which is situated amidst beautiful landscape and wild forests near Kadapa district in Andhra Pradesh.
• Get a bike for rental and start your trip from Esteem Mall at Bellary around 05:00 AM. After having breakfast by 08:00 AM en route, you will reach Gandikota Haritha guest house.
• Post lunch from there, indulge to enjoy an elaborate walk to the canyon rim, witness the perfect sunset merging with the earth.
• Return to the guest house where you can enjoy a scrumptious dinner which follows a small gathering to share your ride experiences.
• After breakfast the next morning, begin your ride to Belum caves which are situated 60 kilometers away from the guest house.
• Visit Belum caves and know more about its origin and existence with the help of a guide, aftermath ride back to Bangalore by noon for winding up the exotic ride.

About the Activity:

• Experience the beauty of Tirupati and embark on a lovely tour of this beautiful and culturally significant city!
• This 2 day 1 night tour will let you explore the beauty of Tirupati and all the sights that it has to offer.
• Start the tour by getting picked up from your location in Bangalore and start for Tirupati. 
• During the course of this tour, you will visit Kaalahasti, Tiruchanur Regional Science Centre, Shrinivasa Mangapuram and Kapilatheertham. Aakasha Ganga and Papa Nasham. 
• The entire morning of the second day is spent at Tirumala Temple for pilgrimage.
• Finish the tour by getting dropped back in Bangalore in the evening.