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STORIES OF VIJAYAWADA, CRAFTED FOR YOUR STAY

THE KRISHNA FLOWS AND WITH IT FLOW STORIES OF KINGS AND CAVES, MARKETS AND DELICIOUS MEALS, SUNSETS AND CELEBRATIONS. AT GRAND VIJAYAWADA BY GRT HOTELS, OUR KATHAS LET YOU TASTE, WALK AND LIVE THOSE STORIES AS YOUR OWN.

STEP IN AND CRAFT YOUR OWN GREAT KATHAS.

DIVINE DARSHAN KATHA

Ghat & Glory

Where faith meets the flow of the Krishna

At the Kanaka Durga Temple, ghats, faith and river intertwine. During festivals the air fills with chants, temple bells and ritual dips. In quiet hours, it’s a serene space where sunrise paints Krishna in light. Here, spirituality flows with the river’s eternal rhythm.

Time: 5.00 AM – 12.00 PM & 4.00 PM – 8.00 PM

Price:INR 3,600 (Premium SUV) | INR 3,200 (SUV) | INR 2,300 (Sedan) | Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for a 4-hour, 40-kilometre package.

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Shrine on the Hill

Faith with a panoramic view

Set atop a gentle rise, this Marian shrine overlooks the Krishna River and the city skyline. The breeze feels like a blessing, the horizon feels infinite and silence itself becomes prayer. A space for reflection, stillness and spirit.

Time: As per schedule

Price:INR 3,600 (Premium SUV) | INR 3,200 (SUV) | INR 2,300 (Sedan) | Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for a 4-hour, 40-kilometre package.

FOODIE KATHA

All Thali No Talk – The South Indian Feast

Rice. Rasam. Repeat.

A traditional Andhra thali served on warm banana leaves is more than a meal, it’s hospitality on repeat. Expect pappu, pulusu, gutti vankaya kura, gongura pachadi, avakaya, crispy vadiyalu and poornalu to end. Endless servings, infinite warmth and a cultural rite of passage.

Time: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Price: INR 725Net. per guest

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Brewery Hop & Haze – Vijayawada’s Craft Circuit

Four brews, one epic evening

From Vault Brewery to Ironhill and Brewit to Hangover, Vijayawada’s craft beer circuit is buzzing. Taste signature brews at each stop, pair with local bites and watch the night shift from easy chatter to high-energy beats. It’s more than beer, it’s the pulse of the city after dark.

Time: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Price: INR 5,500Per guest | Min. 4 guests | Includes tasting flights + guided transfers

SISTERHOOD KATHA

Henna Hang

Palms full of art, hearts full of joy

Spend a slow afternoon with local mehendi artists, sipping chai and sharing stories as intricate designs unfurl across your palms. Each floral or geometric pattern is both art and ritual, a timeless memory to carry.

Time: As per schedule

Price: INR 2,500Per session | Up to 4 guests

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WELLNESS KATHA

The Balance Within

Five elements, one you

At Bodhi Prana, Ayurveda meets modern wellness. A detailed consultation with our in-house doctor helps you decode your prakriti, align with nature’s rhythm and adopt simple practices for focus, energy and clarity. Optional therapies and lunches deepen the journey.

Time: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Price: As per actuals

Train & Gain

Form, focus and fitness with a pro

Whether you’re working on posture, strength or stamina, our in-house trainer designs sessions around your goals. Sweat it out, reset and leave recharged after all that biryani.

Time: As per appointment

Price: INR 6000Per guest | Per Month

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LOVE KATHA

Curry Under Constellations

Wine, water and five courses of wow

As twilight falls, our poolside turns into a private stage for romance. Dine by lantern light on a curated five-course menu of spiced biryanis, coastal delicacies and elegant plating paired with a premium bottle of Indian wine. Floating florals, soft music and starlight complete the memory.

Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Price: INR 14,400Per couple

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HERITAGE KATHA

Metal Gods & Madras Tales

Where Time Sculpts and Silence Speaks

Explore the Government Museum with a private guide. Marvel at bronzes, relics and manuscripts that reveal South Indian artistry from Chola bronzes to Mughal miniatures. Visit the Children's Museum and the Modern Art Wing. Conclude your tour with a relaxing filter coffee break.

Time: 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM (Closed on Sunday afternoons)

Price: INR 3,500Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for 3 hours. Additional charges: INR 99 per km or INR 800 per extra hour.

Fort Files and British Vibe

Where British East Meets the Indian Sun

Stroll at Fort St. George alongside a heritage expert. Visit the museum, St. Mary's Church and the hidden bastions. Listen to stories of treaties, trade and rebellion. Wrap up your experience with heritage tea in George Town.

Time: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Price: INR 3,500Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for 3 hours. Additional charges: INR 99 per km or INR 800 per extra hour.

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WELLNESS KATHA

The Balance Within

Where Healing Meets Harmony

At Bodhi Prana, wellness is an act of love for yourself and those you cherish. Begin with a Five Elements Consultation rooted in Ayurveda and enhanced by modern therapies. Realign your body, mind and spirit under the guidance of our in-house doctors. Experience a journey that restores balance, renews energy and reveals that true health is the purest form of love

Time: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Price: As per actuals

DISCOVERY KATHA

Canvas of the Coast

Where Chennai Breathes in Brushstrokes

Visit Cholamandal Artists' Village to explore galleries, sculpture spaces and working studios. Meet artists shaping modern Tamil expression and try a short demo yourself. Conclude with tea and snacks under the banyan trees.

Time: 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Price: INR 4,000Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for 3 hours. Additional charges: INR 99 per km or INR 800 per extra hour.

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HERITAGE KATHA

Twin Temple Tales

Two brothers, one divine devotion

The Akkanna Madanna Cave Temple is a 17th-century marvel carved into solid rock, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Built under the Qutb Shahi dynasty, its sculpted halls and carvings still echo with chants from centuries past. During festivals, the temple bursts alive with colour, music and devotion, a hidden gem of Vijayawada’s spiritual heart.

Time: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Price:INR 3,600 (Premium SUV) | INR 3,200 (SUV) | INR 2,300 (Sedan) | Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for a 4-hour, 40-kilometre package.

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Stories in Bronze

Art, artefacts and Andhra’s layered past

At the Bapu Museum, history unfolds inside a graceful Indo-European building first raised for Queen Victoria’s jubilee. Prehistoric relics, Buddhist sculptures, royal seals and bronzes fill its galleries with the Buddha statue at its center radiating peace. Even if you come for the artefacts, the heritage architecture itself is worth the pause.

Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Price:INR 3,600 (Premium SUV) | INR 3,200 (SUV) | INR 2,300 (Sedan) | Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for a 4-hour, 40-kilometre package.

The Mahatma Mile

A climb, a breeze and the Mahatma’s gaze

Gandhi Hill rises above Vijayawada with a stupa, murals, a planetarium and a library that together honour the Mahatma’s life. The climb gives you soft breezes and sweeping city views while the summit invites reflection on freedom and its meaning today.

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Price:INR 3,600 (Premium SUV) | INR 3,200 (SUV) | INR 2,300 (Sedan) | Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for a 4-hour, 40-kilometre package.

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ARTISAN KATHA

Gongura Diaries

No stress just saute and slay

Slip on an apron and join our chef in a lively cook-along. Discover how to make iconic Andhra favourites, the tangy punch of gongura, the spice-laden fish fry or a fiery chutney while learning the secrets and stories behind them. End with a meal you’ve created as satisfying as the journey itself.

Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Price: INR 1,000Per guest | Min. 4 guests

ADVENTURE KATHA

Whispers of Water and Calm Horizons

Where River Currents Tell Stories

The Prakasam Barrage stretches across the Krishna River blending bustle and calm. Walk its span as ferries glide by, fishing boats bob and birds skim the surface. At sunrise or sunset, the river glows gold and silver, perfect for reflection or photography. After a short boat ride, Bhavani Island offers a hidden sanctuary. Coconut groves, walking paths and riverside lawns invite you to slow down. Whether sipping chai under trees or enjoying water sports, the island is a gentle pause from the city with sunrise lighting the water in gold and sunset setting it aflame.

Time: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Price:INR 3,600 (Premium SUV) | INR 3,200 (SUV) | INR 2,300 (Sedan) | Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for a 4-hour, 40-kilometre package.

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DISCOVERY KATHA

Four Floors of Forever

Carved from a single rock, crowned with legends

The Undavalli Caves are part temple, part time-machine. Hewn from sandstone and spanning four stories, they house intricate pillars, ancient sculptures and a colossal reclining Vishnu carved from granite. Step outside and the Krishna River plains stretch endlessly at your feet.

Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Price:INR 3,600 (Premium SUV) | INR 3,200 (SUV) | INR 2,300 (Sedan) | Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for a 4-hour, 40-kilometre package.

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Fort-ified Tales

Ramparts, royal rooms and toy-town charm

Kondapalli Fort has guarded the plains since the 14th century. Pass through its triple gateways and wander ruined halls that once held royal courts. Below the hill lies Kondapalli village where artisans still handcraft the famous wooden Kondapalli toys, chisels and colours keeping centuries of tradition alive.

Time: 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Price:INR 3,600 (Premium SUV) | INR 3,200 (SUV) | INR 2,300 (Sedan) | Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for a 4-hour, 40-kilometre package.

TERMS & CONDITIONS
GREAT KATHAS BY GRT HOTELS & RESORTS

1. Bookings & Payments

  • All experiences must be booked in advance through the hotel concierge, front desk, official website or designated partner platforms.
  • Prices are inclusive of GST, taxes and service charges (unless otherwise specified).
  • In cases of adverse weather, safety concerns or operational challenges, GRT Hotels & Resorts reserves the right to cancel or reschedule experiences. Guests will be offered either a full refund or the option to reschedule.

2. Experience Guidelines

  • Some Kathas are weather-dependent and may be subject to last-minute changes.
  • Guests are requested to inform the team of any medical conditions, mobility concerns or dietary restrictions at the time of booking.
  • Children under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult unless the experience is explicitly marked as kid-friendly.

3. Conduct & Safety

  • Guests are expected to behave responsibly and respectfully towards local traditions, guides, fellow participants and hotel staff.

4. Liability Waiver

  • Participation in GReaT Kathas is at the guest’s own risk. While GRT Hotels & Resorts maintains the highest safety standards, the hotel will not be held liable for any injury, loss or damage incurred during or after the experience.
  • Guests are responsible for safeguarding their personal belongings at all times.

5. Amendments

  • GRT Hotels & Resorts reserves the right to modify, suspend or withdraw any GReaT Katha experience without prior notice due to operational requirements or external factors beyond the hotel’s control.

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