ITINERARY OVERVIEW
07 Nights – 08 Days Itinerary
Day 01: Bhopal
Arrive at Bhopal and transfer to your hotel. Begin your exploration of the city, known for its blend of historical and modern architecture. Visit the Upper & Lower Lakes, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Birla Museum, and Taj-ul-Masjid. Marvel at the ancient structures like the Moti Masjid and Sadar Manzil. Drive past the Vidhan Sabha, Tagore Memorial, and the National Archives of India.
Overnight: Bhopal
Day 02: Bhopal – Sanchi – Udaigiri (56.8 Kms – 1H 27Min)
Head to Sanchi, one of India’s most important Buddhist sites, featuring stupas, chaityas, and monasteries dating back to the 3rd century BC. Continue to Udaigiri Caves, renowned for Hindu and Jain carvings, including depictions of Lord Vishnu. Explore the ruins of a 6th-century Gupta temple on the hill summit.
Overnight: Bhopal
Day 03: Bhopal – Bhimbetka (44.5 Kms – 1H 21Min)
Embark on a tour to Bhimbetka, home to South Asia’s richest collection of prehistoric paintings. Discover ancient art depicting wild animals, hunting scenes, and religious rites, believed to be up to 12,000 years old.
Overnight: Bhopal
Day 04: Bhopal – Mandu (286 Kms – 5H 9Min)
Drive to Mandu, a historic hilltop fort known for its Afghan architecture and romantic legends. Visit landmarks like Jahaz Mahal, Hindola Mahal, Hoshang Shah’s Tomb, and the Jama Masjid. Explore Baz Bahadur’s Palace and Rani Rupmati’s Pavilion, offering stunning views of the Narmada River.
Overnight: Mandu
Day 05: Mandu – Maheshwar – Indore (134 Kms – 3H 16Min)
Travel to Maheshwar and visit the historic fort and palace, which houses Holkar family treasures. Walk along the ghats and explore the Kaleshwar, Rajarajeshwar, Vithaleshwar, and Ahileshwar temples with intricately carved doorways. Continue to Indore.
Overnight: Indore
Day 06: Indore – Omkareshwar (77.8 Kms – 2H 18Min)
Visit Omkareshwar, a sacred island shaped like the Hindu symbol ‘Om.’ Pay homage at the Shri Omkar Mandhata Temple, home to one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. Experience the spiritual ambiance at the confluence of the Narmada and Kaveri rivers.
Overnight: Indore
Day 07: Indore
Explore Indore, a city with a rich cultural heritage and bustling markets. Visit Lalbagh Palace, showcasing artifacts and treasures of the Holkar dynasty. Marvel at the intricacies of the Kanch Mandir, a Jain temple adorned with thousands of mirrors and murals.
Overnight: Indore
Day 08: Indore
After a leisurely morning, check out from the hotel and transfer to Indore airport for your onward journey.
End of the tour with unforgettable memories.
Inclusions:
- Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis
- Daily breakfast on a set menu basis
- Transportation by AC vehicle
- Driver allowance
- Toll and parking for the vehicle
- All applicable taxes
Exclusions:
- Compulsory gala dinner supplement for Christmas and New Year
- Train/airfare at any point in time
- Guide charges
- Monument entrance fees
- Any meals other than specified under inclusions
- Anything not specified under inclusions