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When it comes to traveling in India, people often discuss visiting Manali, Goa, or Ooty. But many places in India are not only as beautiful as these popular destinations but also enchanting and less crowded. These places are so unique that you might even forget you're in India. Today, we're going to talk about one such place where you can enjoy both beaches and mountains. We'll also share the Top 5 Travel Tour Packages for Vizag and Araku Valley. Let's know more about it: 

Visakhapatnam: A less-explored destination of the eastern Ghat of India

You may have heard of Visakhapatnam, aka Vizag. It's often said that this place is even more beautiful than Goa, but because it's not popular as Goa, that's why less number of people visit this city. However, it's now becoming a popular tourist destination. This city in Andhra Pradesh is a stunning coastal city. If you're a fan of beaches, Visakhapatnam's shores will surely attract you.

Visakhapatnam Top Tourist Destinations

1. RK Beach (Ramakrishna Beach)

This is Visakhapatnam's most famous beach. It's a great beach for morning walks. Watching the sunset from this beach is a beautiful experience. Nearby, you can also visit the Submarine Museum and the Aircraft Museum.

If you enjoy photography and peaceful evening walks then this beach is a perfect destination.

2. Yarada Beach

This beach is less crowded, which is why it is a very clean beach. It's surrounded by hills and trees. This is the perfect beach for those who want to relax in a quiet place away from the crowds in the arms of nature.

If you go there, always carry your own water and food.

3. Rushikonda Beach

Rushikonda Beach is famous for its golden sand. Here you can enjoy water sports like skiing and surfing. This beach is one of the best-maintained due to its large number of visitors. You can participate in several sports activities here.

4. Kailasagiri Hill Park

Kailasagiri Hill Park is located on a hilltop. From here, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Bay of Bengal. Here you can reach by road and by a ropeway. You can take a toy train ride at the top to explore the entire hill park.

5. Simhachalam Temple

This is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha. The architecture here reflects the influence of the Chola and Kalinga empires.

6. Indira Gandhi Zoological Park

Indira Gandhi Zoological Park is spread over a large forest area. It houses various species of animals and birds in their natural habitat.

7. Araku Valley

This place is approximately 115 km from Visakhapatnam. You will need to dedicate separate time to visit it. Araku Valley is famous for its coffee plantations, waterfalls, and tribal culture. If you've been to Visakhapatnam, don't leave without visiting these places.

8. Borra Caves

The Borra Caves are limestone caves that are millions of years old. These caves are located near Araku. If you've traveled from Visakhapatnam to Araku, be sure to visit this place as well.

9. Submarine Museum (INS Kursura)

This is India's first submarine museum. It offers a unique experience inside a real submarine. If you want to see a submarine up close, you must visit this museum. It is located near Ramakrishna Beach.

Top 5 Vizag Tour Packages

1- Vizag Tourism

This is a tour company based in Visakhapatnam that offers tours to all the famous and lesser-known tourist attractions in and around Visakhapatnam. You can book tour packages ranging from one day to a week, depending on your time and budget. On the Vizag Tourism website, you can negotiate prices with the listed phone contacts.

2- APTDC CONDUCTING TOUR PACKAGES

This is a tour company run by the Andhra Pradesh government in Visakhapatnam. You can book tour packages for exploring Visakhapatnam through them as well. Their website provides detailed information about the tours, including the price per person.

3- Trawell Vizag Tour Packages

This website offers you to book tour packages for Vizag and Araku on a per-person basis. Their lowest-priced tour package is ₹6195 per person, which is for 2 days and 1 night. This website offers four different packages related to Visakhapatnam, which you can book according to your budget and time to enjoy a tour of Visakhapatnam.

4- GT Holidays Vizag Araku Tour Package

You can book this 3-night and 4-day tour package to Vizag Tour. This package includes everything from your arrival in Vizag, sightseeing in Vizag and Araku Valley, and your return to Vizag. They have their phone number and email address on the websites from which you can get more information about the package.

5- Southern Travels India's Visakhapatnam - Araku Valley Tour package

From  Southern Travels India, you can book a 3-day, 2-night tour package to Visakhapatnam and Araku Valley for ₹12,699 per person. This package also includes a visit to the Borra Caves. Hotel accommodation and breakfast are included in this package. For more information, you can contact them using the number provided on their website.