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Sanchi Stupa Madhya Pradesh, selected for the Central Exotic journey

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A considered introduction to Central India, balancing celebrated landmarks with a slower sense of place. The route begins with Bhopal, Sanchi, Mandu.

14 nights / 15 daysSuggested itinerary
Duration14 nights / 15 days
Starts inBhopal
Ends inNagpur
Pace & seasonTailored during planning

The journey

A route to make your own.

This itinerary is a considered starting point, ready to be adjusted around your dates, pace and interests.

A considered introduction to Central India, balancing celebrated landmarks with a slower sense of place. The route begins with Bhopal, Sanchi, Mandu. The final sequence, stays and arrangements are confirmed with you before travel.

The route

Along the way

Bhopal-Sanchi-Mandu-Indore-Ujjain-Shivpuri-Gwalior-Orchha-Bandhavgarh-Jabalpur-Bhedaghat-Kanha N.P-Pachmarhi-Pench-Nagpur

  1. 01Bhopal
  2. 02Sanchi
  3. 03Mandu
  4. 04Indore
  5. 05Ujjain
  6. 06Shivpuri
  7. 07Gwalior
  8. 08Orchha
  9. 09Bandhavgarh
  10. 10Jabalpur
  11. 11Bhedaghat
  12. 12Kanha N.P
  13. 13Pachmarhi
  14. 14Pench
  15. 15Nagpur

Day by day

The itinerary

15 days, with space for the unexpected.

Day 1Arrival at BHOPAL

Arrival at Bhopal Railway Station/Airport, will be met by our office representative who will assist you to board your vehicle to Hotel. Check in to the Hotel & fresh up. Bhopal is a fascinating amalgam of scenic beauty, a proud heritage and modern urban planning. Sightseeing of beautiful mosques like Taj-ul-Masjid ( said to be one of the three largest mosques of world and the largest in Asia), Jama Masjid, quaint palaces like Shaukat Mahal and Sadar Manzil, Gauhar Mahal, State Museum, Birla Museum etc. O/N at Bhopal

Day 2BHOPAL-SANCHI (48 kms)

After breakfast proceed to Sanchi (48 kms/1hrs) and sightseeing of Stupas, monasteries, temples & pillars dating from the 3rd century B.C to the 12th century A.D. Afternoon enjoy the boat ride in Bada Talab ( Upper Lake) of Bhopal. O/N at Bhopal

Day 3BHOPAL-BHOJPUR-BHIMBETKA (28-40 kms)

After breakfast proceed to Bhimbetka (68 kms/1.5 hrs). En route sightseeing of 11th century Shiva temple, Bhojeshwar at Bhojpur. After arrival at Bhimbetka sightseeing of rock-cut paintings that date back to the early stone age at the Vindhya mountain range which is covered by huge rocks. Back to Bhopal. If time permits sightseeing of Bhopal. O/N at Bhopal.

Day 4BHOPAL-MANDU (186 kms)

After early breakfast proceed to Mandu- the city of Joy ( 186 kms/3.5 hrs). Sightseeing of Darwazas, Jahaz Mahal, Hindola Mahal etc. O/N at Mandu.

Day 5MANDU-INDORE-UJJAIN ( 99-55 kms)

After early breakfast proceed to Ujjain (154 kms/3 hrs). En route sightseeing of Indore like Rajwada, Lal bagh Palace, Kanch Mandir (Jain temple), Bada Ganapati (largest statue of Ganapati in the world) Arrival at Ujjain and check in to the hotel. aleswara ( one of the 12 Jyotirlinga). O/N at Ujjain.

Day 6UJJAIN

Whole day sightseeing of Ujjain like Mahakaleswar temple (one of the 12 Jyotirlinga), Bada Ganesh ji ka Mandir, Harsiddhi temple, Bhartrihari Caves, Kaliadeh Palace etc. O/N at Ujjain.

Day 7UJJAIN-SHIVPURI (343 kms)

After breakfast proceed to Shivpuri. O/N at Shivpuri.

Day 8SHIVPURI-GWALIOR (112 kms)

First half sightseeing of Shivpuri like Madhav Vilas Palace, Chhatris (Centaphs), Bhadaiya Kund- a scenic picnic spot. After Lunch proceed to Gwalior (112 kms/2.5 hrs). O/N at Gwalior.

Day 9GWALIOR-ORCHHA (118 kms)

First half sightseeing of Gwalior like Gwalior Fort, The Man Mandir Palace, Jai Vilas Palace and Museum etc. After lunch proceed to Orchha ( 118 kms/2.5 hrs. O/N at Orchha.

Day 10ORCHHA-KHAJURAHO (170 kms)

First half sightseeing of Orchha like Fort Complex and Palaces, Rai Praveen Mahal, Jahangir Mahal etc. After lunch proceed to Khajuraho (170 kms/ 3.5 hrs). O/N at Khajuraho.

Day 11KHAJURAHO

Whole day sightseeing of Khajuraho like temples of Khajuraho & its erotic sculptures, Laxman temple, Kandariya Mahadev temple, Jagadambi temple, The Chitragupta temple etc. O/N at Khajuraho.

Day 12KHAJURAHO-BANDHAVGARH (237 kms)

After breakfast proceed to Bandhavgarh N.P( 237 kms/ 5 hrs). Park round in the evening. O/N at Bandhavgarh N.P.

Day 13BANDHAVGARH

Whole day round the park and spot tigers, deer, sambar, nilgai etc. sightseeing of Fort, Bandhavgarh hill. Enjoy the elephant ride. O/N at Bandhavgarh.

Day 14BANDHAVGARH-JABALPUR (190 kms)

After early breakfast proceed to Jabalpur (190 kms/4.5 hrs). Check in to the hotel & fresh up. After lunch Sightseeing of Marble Rocks, Dhuandhar Falls by boating on the crystal-clear waters of the Narmada. O/N at Jabalpur

Day 15JABALPUR Departure.

In time transfer to Airport/Railway station for onward

Good to know

Planned around you

Practical details are agreed personally, so the journey suits your comfort, interests and travel dates.

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Stays

Accommodation is selected to fit the route and your preferred level of comfort.

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Getting around

Transport, transfers and local arrangements are confirmed as part of the final itinerary.

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Meals & permits

Meal plans, permits and destination requirements are clarified before you commit.

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Travel thoughtfully

We encourage respectful visits to communities, sacred places and wildlife habitats.

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