Study Abroad in Hyderabad: Travel

6-day Golden Triangle tour (Included in fee)

The program fee includes a 6-day tour of some of this vibrant and exciting country’s most famous sites, either at the beginning or the end of the semester. These times have been chosen to coincide with the most favorable weather conditions. The tour will include the Taj Mahal, one of the world’s most recognizable sights, and the city of Jaipur, the capital of the colorful Rajasthan region.

Sunday, November 30 or December 28 Arrive in Delhi. Transfer to hotel. Overnight in Delhi.

Monday, December 1 or December 29 Full day of sightseeing in Delhi. This will include the colonial buildings of New Delhi – the Parliament of India and India Gate - the Jami Masjid (largest and best known mosque in India) and the Red Fort. There will be free time in the afternoon for shopping at Chandni Chowk, one of the most famous markets of Old Delhi. Overnight in Delhi.

Tuesday, December 2 or December 30 Morning transfer from Delhi to Agra. Afternoon visit to the Taj Mahal, generally considered the world’s finest example of Moghul architecture. Built in the 17th century by Shah Jehan as a mausoleum for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, the white marble “Taj” is India’s most precious monument and a stunningly beautiful building. Overnight in Agra.

Wednesday, December 3 or December 31 Morning departure from Agra. Visit to Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned former capital city of the Moghul Empire. Built from local red sandstone, the city includes numerous palaces, halls and mosques. In the afternoon, continue on to Jaipur. Overnight in Jaipur.

Thursday, December 4 or January 1 Sightseeing in Jaipur includes the Amber Fort, perched on a ridge above the city, where you will have the chance to ride on an elephant. You will also see the famous Palace of the Winds and the impressive 18th century Jantar Mantar observatory. Overnight in Jaipur.

Friday, December 5 or January 2 Early morning return to Delhi. Free time later in the day for some last minute independent sightseeing. Overnight in Delhi.

Saturday, December 6 Return flight from Delhi to U.S. or Saturday, January 3 Travel to Hyderabad for orientation.

Includes transportation, accommodation, breakfast, sightseeing and entrance fees.

Please note full year students do not repeat the Golden Triangle excursion and are responsible for their own expenses for this period before arriving back on campus in Hyderabad for the start of the Spring semester.

Local excursions

Students will be taken on a number of excursions to sites in and around Hyderabad. These will include the following:

Situated over 300ft above the plain looking out towards Hyderabad, this fort was the capital of the seven Qutb Shahi kings throughout the 16th century. Surrounded by heavy, impenetrable walls, this is one of the most impressive forts in India. The fort was synonymous with great wealth when at its most prosperous, and was the center of this region’s diamond trade which produced some of the largest gemstones in the world.

The symbol of modern day Hyderabad, this triumphal arch was built in 1591 to commemorate an epidemic which swept through the city. It is comprised of four tall minarets and a mosque on the roof. Its special yellow color is due in part to the mixing of egg yolk with the plaster used to build it.