Central India Tour

Destinations Covered: Delhi - Bhopal - Sanchi - Udaigiri - Bhojpur - Bhimbetka - Ujjain - Indore - Mandu - Maheshwar - Omkareshwar - Pachmarhi - Kanha National Park - Bhedaghat - Jabalpur - Bandavgarh National Park - Khajuraho - Orchha - Gwalior - Agra - Delhi
Duration: 19 Nights/20 Days

Day 01: Arrive Delhi
You will arrive at Delhi International airport, where our representatives will welcome and escort you to the hotel for check-in. There is nothing planned for the day. Relax and prepare yourself for the oncoming tour. You can as well explore the nearby areas and revel in the spirit of the city. Overnight stay would be at the hotel.

Day 02: Delhi
Early morning, after having breakfast, you will be taken on a guided tour of Delhi. To start off with, you would be taken to Red Fort - this grand architecture is a relic of India's glorious past. Next you would be taken to Chandni Chowk. It will be great chance for you to get familiar with the old traditional market of India. Following this, you will be taken to two world heritage sites that are Qutub Minar and Humayun's Tomb. Later you will visit Raj Ghat - the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, Father of Nation, India Gate, President's House and Parliament House. In the evening, you will be free to explore the nearby areas. At night, you will be driven back to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 03: Delhi - Bhopal
Early in the morning, you will be move towards airport to board a flight for Bhopal. As soon as you reach Bhopal, our representative will escort you to the hotel. After checking in, you will relax for sometime. Later you will be taken for a sightseeing of Bhopal, which is a capital city of Madhya Pradesh. Founded in 11th century by Raja Bhoja, Bhopal boasts of a rich heritage with its historically and archaeologically important buildings creating a hypnotic environment. Your Bhopal sightseeing will be start with Taj-ul-Masjid, one of the largest mosques in Asia. This would be continued with a trip to the Bharat Bhawan, multi-art complex. Next you would be taken to Government Archaeological Museum, a place that displays beautiful sculptures. Later in the evening, you will be enjoying at the Boat Club on the Upper Lake. In the night, you will return to your hotel room for overnight stay.

Day 04: Bhopal - Sanchi - Udaigiri Caves
In the morning, after having breakfast, you will be taken for an excursion tour to Sanchi Stupa, one of the World Heritage Sites, which is situated at a distance of 46 kms from Bhopal. Built by Emperor Ashoka, it is one of the most famous stupas in India. After sightseeing of Sanchi, you will be driven towards Udaigiri Caves, sited 14 km from Sanchi. En route you would be visiting Vidisha. Vidisha is one of the oldest cities of India. After visit of Heliodous Pillar, you will continue with the drive towards Udaigiri Caves. Situated at a hill top, the caves are worth visiting as they forward a spectacular view. Later in the evening, you will be driven back to Bhopal for your overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05: Bhopal - Bhojpur - Bhimbetka
Today, after having breakfast, you will move ahead for excursion tour to Bhojpur which is famous for its Shiv Temple. This temple is commonly known as 'Somnath of North India'. Though an incomplete temple, it still portrays the best example of architecture of 11th - 13th century. Thereafter, you will be driven towards Bhimbetka, which is famous for its magnificent and beautiful cave paintings. These rock shelter caves are around 500 years old and its paintings depict day to day activities of the people of that period. Later in the evening you will drive back to Bhopal for your overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 06: Bhopal - Ujjain - Indore
This day starts with a drive towards your next destination Ujjain. It will be a drive of 243 km from Bhopal to Ujjain. In the mid way, you will have your breakfast and again drive towards one of the holy and sanctified cities of India that is Ujjain. It is among one of the four centers of Kumbha Mela. In Ujjain, you will visit Mahakaleshwar Temple, which has one of the 12 jyotirlingas of India. On your exploration, you would get a chance to explore some of the finest & historical temples of Ujjain. Later in the evening, you will be drive towards Indore, which is 55 km drive away from Ujjain. As soon as you reach there, you will be checked-in to a hotel.

Day 07: Indore - Mandu
Today, in the morning, after breakfast, you will start your city tour of Indore. Built by Rani Ahilyabai, Indore derived its name from Indreshwar temple. Your Indore sightseeing will starts from Lal Bagh Palace, Bada Ganpati and Central Museum. Later in the afternoon, you will be driven further towards Mandu. Mandu is famous for being the city of joy with rock architect. After reaching there, our representative will help you check-in to a hotel. In evening, you would be free to explore the beauty of the ruined city of the Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh. The architect of Mandu city is one of the masterwork created in the historical era, which itself a vital experience to sight. Your overnight stay will be at the hotel in Mandu.

Day 08: Mandu
In the morning, after breakfast, you will take for the sightseeing of the city. It will start from the Hoshang Shah's Tomb and Jama Masjid, both being best examples of architectural excellence. Next, you would be taken to Jahaz Mahal and Darwaza Gates. Each and every stone of these buildings holds magnetic character which attracts tourists strongly. Later, you will be taken to Hindola Mahal and Roopmati Pavilion. In the evening, you will visit to Rewa Kund. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 09: Mandu - Maheshwar - Omkareshwar - Pachmarhi
Today after breakfast you will leave Mandu for Maheshwar, which will be a drive of 185 km. Maheshwar is situated on the banks of river Narmada. The name of the city is derived from the name of Lord Shiva. Maheshwar is a pilgrim site and famous for its distinctive hand-woven sarees. The tour continues as you drive towards Omkareshwar, another pilgrimage site of Hindu's. It is sited at a distance of 45 kms and takes around one hour to reach. Omkareshwar holds one of the 12 jyotirlingas, which attracts a large number of tourists every year. After the visit to these pilgrimage sites, you will drive further towards Pachmarhi. After reaching there, you will check-in to the hotel for your overnight stay.

Day 10: Pachmarhi
In morning, after having breakfast, you will be taken for the sightseeing of Pachmarhi, a gem in the jewelry of Madhya Pradesh. It is a beautiful hill station with natural scenic surrounding. It will be a treat for you to feel the real essence of the nature. Pachmarhi has a lot many attractions to charm you, some of them being Pandav Cave, Bee Fall, Apsara Vihar, Pachmarhi Lake, Priyadarshani Cave, Bade Mahadeo and Gupt Mahadeo. Later in the evening, after this awe-inspiring city sightseeing tour, you will come back to your Pachmarhi hotel room for overnight stay.

Day 11: Pachmarhi - Kanha
Today, after having breakfast, you will move towards your next destination Kanha wildlife haven. It will be a drive of around 294 kms. The way from Pachmarhi to Kanha will be absolutely picturesque with a lot of natural view, which will be inimitable experience to witness. Later in the evening, after reaching Kanha, you will be escorted to the hotel. Evening of this striking place is free for you to explore the natural magnificence. Your overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 12: Kanha
In the morning, after breakfast, get ready for the Jungle Safari in Kanha National Park. The national park extends over an area of over 1,940-sq-km and offers wide range of wildlife. This area is known for its rare species of flora and fauna. It will be an ultimate opportunity for you to experience the scenic life of the Kanha. Later in the evening, you will come back to your hotel for night stay.

Day 13: Kanha - Bedaghat - Jabalpur
In the morning, after having breakfast, you will be driven 208 kms towards your next destination, Jabalpur. En route you would be visiting Bhedaghat - a picturesque place with an awesome manifestation of nature. Bhedaghat houses two marvelous marble rocks, with river Narmada gently making its way in between. Here you will enjoy the boat ride in the lap of nature. Later you would move further to Jabalpur. After reaching there, our representative will help you check-in to a hotel. Your overnight stay will be in Jabalpur.

Day 14: Jabalpur - Bandavgarh
Today, after breakfast, you will be driven 190 km towards Bandavgarh. It is a small but exciting destination to spot variety of wildlife. As soon as you reach Bandavgarh, you will check-in to a resort. Post some rest, you would be taken for a jeep safari in Bandavgarh. In the night, you will return to the resort for dinner & overnight stay.

Day 15: Jungle Safari in Bandavgarh
This day, you will be taken for jungle safari at Bandavgarh National Park. This early morning jungle safari will be a complete different experience with the rising sun and tweeting of birds. The amazing surrounding of Bandavgarh is sure to leave you mesmerized. You will have full day to enjoy, spellbind yourself and explore the natural scenic beauty of this place. Later in the evening, you will move back to your resort for dinner & overnight stay.

Day 16: Bandavgarh - Khajuraho
Early in the morning, after breakfast you will be driven 270 km towards Khajuraho - the city of erotic scriptural temple. These temples have three types of architecture i.e., western style, eastern style and southern style. As soon as you reach Khajuraho, you will check-in to a hotel and freshen up. Later in the evening, you will be taken for a visit to the Western Group of Temples at Khajuraho. These temples architecture is one of the finest magnum opus of historical era. In the temple, you will watch the Light and Sound Show which will give you the brief description of the historical place in attractive manner. Later in the evening, you will come back to your hotel for night stay.

Day 17: Khajuraho - Orchha
This day, after breakfast, you will be taken for a visit to the Eastern Group of Temples at Khajuraho. These temples have epic significance of the architecture & sculptures. In the afternoon, you will be driven 178 km towards your next destination Orchha, a legacy of beautiful temples. Orchha lies on the bank of Betwa River. It has many attraction points like Ram Raja Temple, the Jahangir Mahal, etc. Later in the evening, you will be free to explore the nearby areas. Your overnight stay will be at a hotel in Orchha.

Day 18: Orchha - Gwalior
Early morning, you will leave your hotel room after breakfast for the sightseeing tour of Orchha. Your Orchha trip starts with Ram Raja Temple, Jehangir Palace and Sawan - Bhado Pillar with Chattris. In the afternoon, you will check-out from the hotel and drive further for 120 km towards Gwalior - a city of heritage. After reaching there, you will be escorted to the hotel wherein after freshening up, begins the sightseeing tour of Gwalior city. You will be taken to the Maharaja Bada where you can explore some of the finest art pieces of old architecture and also get chance to explore the traditional markets of this place. Later in the evening, you are free to explore the local market and experience the tradition and culture of Madhya Pradesh. Return to your hotel room for overnight stay.

Day 19: Gwalior - Agra
In the morning, after breakfast, you will visit Gwalior Fort and Jai Vilas Palace cum museum which has an immense collection of eye catching antiques. In the afternoon, you will leave Gwalior and move ahead towards Agra. It will be a drive of 123 km from Gwalior to Agra. After reaching Agra, you will be checked-in to a hotel. Later in the evening, you are free to explore the nearby markets. In the night, you will return to your hotel room for an overnight stay.

Day 20: Agra - Delhi
This will be a last day of your tour. Early, in the morning after breakfast, you will take for a sightseeing tour of this magnificent city. Your city sightseeing start with Taj Mahal - a historical monument, made by King Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahai is an excellent example of Mughal architecture. Many writers and poets have tried to define the beauty and excellence of this majestic monument in lines but each time, words have eluded them. Post a visit to the Taj Mahal, you will be taken to Agra Fort and Itmad-Ud-Daulah. Later in the evening, you will be driven back to Delhi, the end destination of your tour. Our representatives will escort you to the international airport wherein you can board a flight for your onward destination.

Also Mapped to: • New Delhi Tours • Agra Tours • Khajuraho Tours