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Mesmerizing Central India

General information

DurationDestinationDeparture
12 days and 11 nights
India (New Delhi, Bhopal, Pachmarhī, Satpura Tiger Reserve, Maheshwar, Mandu, Indore)
India (New Delhi)

Description

Madhya Pradesh is a historical state that has laid the foundation for the Indian civilization. It has diverse offerings, temples, unrivaled wildlife, Buddhist cultural influence and a strong local heritage. After experiencing the hustle and bustle of Delhi, fly to Bhopal and visit the ancient Buddhist sanctuary of Sanchi for spiritual orientation. You will smell the clean air of the hills once we start our drive to hill station of Pachmarhi, a bird lover’s paradise, and then continue to Satpura – one of the finest wildlife reserves in India.
Madhya Pradesh is a historical state that has laid the foundation for the Indian civilization. It has diverse offerings, temples, unrivaled wildlife, Buddhist cultural influence and a strong local heritage. After experiencing the hustle and bustle of Delhi, fly to Bhopal and visit the ancient Buddhist sanctuary of Sanchi for spiritual orientation. You will smell the clean air of the hills once we start our drive to hill station of Pachmarhi, a bird lover’s paradise, and then continue to Satpura – one of the finest wildlife reserves in India.

Category

 
Price with 3 star hotels (Private Tour)
Bed & Breakfast 3 Stars
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Price with 4 star hotels (Private Tour)
Bed & Breakfast 4 Stars
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Price with 5 star hotels (Private Tour)
Bed & Breakfast 5 Stars
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Program

Day 1:
Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Delhi airport assistance & transfer to hotel (hotel check in/out time 12pm). Later visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market on cycle Rickshaw, Raj Gath, Humayun Tomb, Qutab Minar & Lotus Temple. Also drive pass President House, Parliament & India Gate.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 2:
Delhi - Bhopal
Transfer to airport to board flight for Bhopal. On arrival transfer to hotel check in at hotel. Visit Jama Masjid, Moti Masjid, Taj ul Masjid & Bharat Bhawan.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 3:
Bhopal
Excursion to visit Sanchi Budhist stupas, monasteries, temples & pillars dating from 3rd century BC to 12th century AD. And Udayagiri Caves. Drive back to Bhopal.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 4:
Bhopal - Bhimbetka - Pachmarhi (200kms)
Drive to Pachmarhi enroute visit Bhimbetka Rock Shelters an archeological site dating back to the Paleolithic age & Bhojpur shiva temple. On arrival check in at resort. Visit Panch Pandav Caves & Dhoopgarh the highest peak in the Satpura Range.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 5:
Pachmarhi
Joyride of three safari including jeep & boat in the dense forest of Satpura enriched with thrilling hilly terrains, exquisite runnels, compelling waterfalls and alluring valleys rich in biodiversity.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 6:
Pachmarhi - Satpura (60kms)
Walk to the butterfly garden in Panarpani on a trail where fresh tracks of tiger, leopard and sloth bear are often seen. On a good day, over fifty species of butterfly can be seen in the garden and is a must for any butterfly enthusiast. Afternoon gypsy safari.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 7:
Satpura
Morning and afternoon safari in the tiger reserve toward Tawa reservoir which protects the entire northern flank of the park and sustains the perfect habitat for a plethora of bird species. The thick forests of this unspoiled reserve also provide some of the finest tiger habitat in the subcontinent, Satpura is home to a host of other rare species including sloth bear and leopard.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 8:
Satpura - Maheshwar (380kms)
Drive to Maheshwar check in at hotel. Visit Fort of Maheshwar including Rajwada Palace & Rajrajeshwar temple.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 9:
Maheshwar
Day free and easy to relax and walk down to the riverside and the beautiful ghats to witness the timeless daily rituals of the local villagers.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 10:
Maheshwar - Mandu (45kms one way)
Excursion to Mandu visit Hoshang Shahs Tomb, Jami mosque & Jahaz Mahal. Drive back to Maheshwar.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 11:
Maheshwar - Indore (90kms)/Delhi
Transfer to Indore airport to board flight for Delhi. On arrival transfer to hotel, check in at hotel.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 12:
Delhi - Departure
Departure transfer to airport.
Meal plan: Breakfast.

Price includes

• Assistance on arrival at airport.
• 11 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels.
• Daily breakfast & meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)
• Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
• English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
• Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
• Total 6-Time shared Gypsy safari as per program in National Parks with forest department naturalist.
• Bottled drinking water in car.
• Government taxes.

Price does not include

• Delhi - Bhopal & Indore - Delhi flight tickets.
• Camera charges at monuments.
• Meals other than mentioned in day plan.
• Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
• Gratuities & optional activities.
• Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Itinerary

Day Overnight Itinerary highlights
1 Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza or similarNew Delhi   New Delhi - Delhi Airport (DEL)
2 Lake View Ashok/ Hotel Grand Ashirwad or similarBhopal
3 Lake View Ashok/ Hotel Grand Ashirwad or similarBhopal
4 Vanasthali Cottages/ Pachmarhi Foothill Cottages or similarPachmarhī
5 Vanasthali Cottages/ Pachmarhi Foothill Cottages or similarPachmarhī
6 MPT Tawa Resort, Tawa/ Anmol Resort & Garden or similarSatpura Tiger Reserve
7 MPT Tawa Resort, Tawa/ Anmol Resort & Garden or similarSatpura Tiger Reserve
8 MPT Narmada Resort/ Gurukripa Hotel and Restaurant or similarMaheshwar
9 MPT Narmada Resort/ Gurukripa Hotel and Restaurant or similarMaheshwar
10 MPT Narmada Resort/ Gurukripa Hotel and Restaurant or similarMaheshwar
11 Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza or similarNew Delhi   Indore
12   New Delhi - Airport

Accommodations provided in each place

PlacePrice with 3 star hotelsPrice with 4 star hotelsPrice with 5 star hotels
New DelhiMadhuban Hotel/ Emarald Hotel or similarThe Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket or similarLe Meridien/ The Claridges or similar
BhopalLake View Ashok/ Hotel Grand Ashirwad or similarNoor Us Sabha Palace/ Graces Resort or similarJehan Numa Palace/ Courtyard by Marriott or similar
PachmarhīVanasthali Cottages/ Pachmarhi Foothill Cottages or similarMPT Champak Bungalow/ MPT Glen View or similarWelcomHeritage Golf View or similar
Satpura Tiger ReserveMPT Tawa Resort, Tawa/ Anmol Resort & Garden or similarForsyth Lodge/ Pugdundee Safaris Denwa Backwater Escape or similar
MaheshwarMPT Narmada Resort/ Gurukripa Hotel and Restaurant or similarAhilya Fort or similar