Code – DOM MP01
08 Days / 07 Nights
Bhopal | Pachmarhi | Kanha | Jabalpur
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Arrive Bhopal |
Welcome to Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh. On arrival at Bhopal airport or Bhopal railway station, starts your tour of ‘Heartland of India‘. You will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy your city tour of Bhopal in the afternoon.
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In Bhopal | Day excursion to Sanchi (60 kms / approx. 2 hour drive) |
This morning you will drive to Sanchi, known for its stupas, monasteries, temples and pillars dating back from the 3rd Century BC to 12 Century AD. The evening is free for shopping at Chowk and the local markets.
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To Pachmarhi (190 kms / approx. 5 hour drive) |
Leave early morning for Pachmarhi, a lovely hill resort surrounded by low lying rugged hills, ravines, beautiful forests, breathtaking waterfalls and serene pools. Enroute, visit Bhojpur and Bhimbetka Caves – that has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. Arrive at Pachmarhi and check into your hotel. The rest of the evening is spent in leisure.
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In Pachmarhi |
This morning you will visit various places in and around Panchmarhi such as Jata Shankar, Pandava caves, Fairy pool and Dhupgarh Point.
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To Kanha (331 kms / approx. 8 hour drive) |
Today proceed from the lovely hills of Pachmarhi to the dense forest of Kanha National Park. On arrival check into your hotel and The rest of the evening is spent in leisure.
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In Kanha |
Early morning, visit Kanha National Park to sight wildlife. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax in the serenity of your resort. (The park remains open from 1st November to 30th June).
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To Jabalpur (160 kms / approx. 4 hour drive) |
After breakfast, you will drive to Jabalpur. In the afternoon visit Bhedaghat. Enjoy a boat ride (on direct payment basis) in the river, Narmada (boats are available between November and May).
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Depart Jabalpur | Return home with happy memories |
Time to bid farewell to your ‘Heartland of India’ tour while you are taken to Jabalpur airport or the Jabalpur railway station for your journey onward.
Code – DOM MP02
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Arrive Gwalior |
Welcome to Gwalior, the city of true royals. On arrival at Gwalior airport or Gwalior railway station, starts your tour of ‘Heritage of Madhya Pradesh’. You will be received and taken to your hotel. In the afternoon enjoy a half day city tour visiting the massive sandstone fort doting the city skyline, the 9th century Teli Ka Mandir and the 11h century Sas Bahu ka Mandir. In the evening witness the spectacular sound and light show (entry on direct payment basis) where the history of Gwalior and its warriors is narrated
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To Orcha (235 kms / approx. 5 hour drive) |
Leave in the morning for Orchha. Enroute visit the Phool Bagh, Dinman Herdaul’s Palace, Sunder Mahal and the cenotaphs built in the memory of the rulers of Orchha. On arrival, check into your hotel. Later, visit Jehangir Mahal built by Raja Bir Singh Ju Deo, Raj Mahal and Chaturbhuj temple. The rest of the day is spent in leisure and to explore.
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To Khajuraho (178 kms / approx. 5 hour drive) |
Early morning, drive to Khajuraho. On arrival, check into your hotel. In the afternoon proceed on a temple tour visiting the Kandariya Mahadeo Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The others temples of interest are Chausath Yogini, Chitragupta etc. each with its own history and presiding deity. In the evening witness the spectacular sound and light show (entry on direct payment basis).
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In Khajuraho | Excursion to Panna National Park (60 kms / approx. 2 hour drive) |
Today proceed to Panna National Park near the Ken River with its deep gorges, tranquil valley and dense teak forests. If you are lucky, you could sight tigers and panthers along with herds of chinkara, sambar and several other wildlife species. The spectacular Pandav falls en route and other waterfalls in the area are popular picnic spots. The rest of the evening is spent in leisure to explore the local shops and market.
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Depart Khajuraho OR To Jhansi railway station (180 kms / approx. 5 hour drive) | Return home with happy memories |
Time to bid farewell to your ‘Heritage of Madhya Pradesh’ tour while you are taken to Khajuraho airport or Jhansi railway station for your journey onward.
