Day 01: Arrive Bhopal

Arrive Bhopal airport/railway station and transfer to hotel and take rest. Evening is free to explore local.

Later return to hotel. Stay overnight in Bhopal.

 

Day 02: Bhopal – Sanchi – Bhopal (100km/3hrs – both ways)

After breakfast go for same day tour to the Sanchi Stupa is a significant ancient Buddhist complex renowned for the Great Stupa commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE to house relics of the Buddha and his disciples.

In return enjoy Bhopal local sightseeing and visit Taj-ul-Masajid is a grand mosque translating to "Crown of Mosques," and is known for its impressive Mughal architecture and pink sandstone facade, featuring three bulbous domes, two tall octagonal minarets, and intricate floral carvings on its pillars and ceilings. Visit Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque) is a historic mosque in Bhopal, built in 1860 by Sikandar Begum. Inspired by Delhi's Jama Masjid, it features a white marble facade, red sandstone, and two dark red towers with golden spikes. The mosque is a significant landmark in the city, known for its beautiful architecture and historical importance. Visit Laxmi Narayan Temple also known as Birla Mandir, is a significant religious landmark dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu, built by the Birla family. Also visit Tribal Museum provides an immersive look into the vibrant culture and traditions of the state's tribal communities, featuring life-sized models, art, and artifacts across several themed galleries.

Later return to hotel. Stay overnight in Bhopal.

 

Day 03: Bhopal – Bhojpur – Bhimbetka - Bhopal (115km/3hrs – both ways)

Today after breakfast enjoy full day tour to Bhojpur & Bhimbetka. First will move to Bhojpur to visit Bhojpur Temple or Bhojeshwar Temple, is an unfinished 11th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located near Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, and named after its patron, King Bhoj. It is renowned for its architectural grandeur and houses the world's largest monolithic Shiva Linga, standing at an impressive 26 ft (over 26 feet) in height.

Later proceed to Bhimbetka to visit Bhimbetka Rock Shelters are a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring over 700 natural rock shelters, many with ancient prehistoric paintings dating back as far as 30,000 years. These vibrant murals depict scenes of community life, hunting, and dancing, offering a unique visual record of human existence from the Paleolithic to the historical period.

Later return to hotel. Stay overnight in Bhopal.

 

Day 04: Bhopal – Ujjain - Fort Amla (260km/5hrs)

After breakfast drive to Ujjain to visit the famous Mahakaleshwar Temple, one of the revered Jyotirlinga Shrines of Lord Shiva. Take a walk through the magnificent Mahakal Corridor, the largest temple corridor in India. Continue your visit to Bada Ganesh is a unique temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, featuring a large, seated 25-foot-tall idol crafted from bricks, limestone, and sand, consecrated with holy waters and special ingredients, Harsiddhi Mata Temple, one of the 51 sacred Shaktipeeths of India, and the Kaal Bhairav Temple is a historic Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Kaal Bhairav, a fierce form of Shiva and the city's guardian deity. Located on the banks of the Shipra River, the temple is unique for the ritualistic offering of alcohol (Sura) to the deity, symbolizing a devotee's surrender of ego and vices for spiritual growth.

Later continue your journey and on arrival check into the hotel. Established by the descendants of Bappa Rawal, the Amla riyasat boasts of a proud heritage. The Fort is an architectural delight to behold with bold sweeping arches and long open terraces.

Stay overnight at Fort Amla.

 

Day 05: Fort Amla

Today enjoy the walks in the village surrounding the fort and participate in the activities that thrill city slickers—milking cows, harvesting crops. Stay overnight at Fort Amla.

 

Day 06: Fort Amla – Mandu (100km/2:00hrs)

After breakfast drive to the Mandu, once the princely state of Madhya Pradesh ruled by Puars, entitled to 15 gun salutes. Arrive and check in Hotel in Mandu. Afternoon explore the rich heritage of city of Dhar visiting the Fort thought to be built by Mohammad Bin Tughlag in 12th Century Tomb of warrior Saint Shaykh Changal, Lal Masjid, Bhojshala and Kamal Maula Mosque etc.

Later return to hotel in Mandu. Stay overnight in Jhirabagh Palace.

 

Day 06: Mandu – Maheshwar – Mandu (160km/4hrs – both ways)

Today after early breakfast move to visit Mandu & Maheshwar. First proceed for Mandu and visit popular attractions like Jahaz Mahal or the Ship Palace is a 15th-century double-story palace in Mandu built by Sultan Ghiyas-ud-din Khilji to house his vast harem. Situated between two artificial lakes, Munj Talao and Kapur Talao, its architecture gives the illusion of a ship floating on water, especially during the monsoon season, Baz Bahadur Palace is a historic 16th-century structure renowned for its Indo-Islamic architectural style, built by the last independent ruler of Malwa, Baz Bahadur. Key features include its unique blend of Rajput and Mughal designs with spacious courtyards, grand archways, and a large audience hall, and visit Rani Roopmati Mahal or Pavilion is a historic monument built by Sultan Baz Bahadur for his beloved, Rani Roopmati, a poet and singer. Located on a hilltop, it features two sandstone pavilions with domed roofs and arches, characteristic of Afghan architecture, offering panoramic views of the Narmada River valley and surrounding countryside.

Later move to Maheshwar and visit Narmada Ghat, Maheshwar Fort, Ahilya Bai Fort and Palace, Maheshwar Museum, Shri Raj Rajeshwar Temple, Akhileshwar Temple anx don't forget to visit handloom weaving which produce a large number of Maheshwari saris and fabric.

Later continue drive to Omkareshwar. On arrival check in at hotel. Later visit Mamaleshwar Temple, the temple that is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is the home to the Jyotirlinga. This temple is on the other side, you will have to cross the Mamaleshwar Setu to reach there.  Also visit Varhdheshwar temple, a beautiful piece of architecture it is and Siddhant Temple 13th century temple is also an important temple here and is architecturally very interesting.

Later return to Mandu and for overnight stay.

 

Day 07: Dhar - Indore Departure (65km/1:30hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Indore. On arrival departure to airport/railway station for your further destination.

 

***Tour Ends Here***

 

• Kindly note that we can also amend this tour by adding or reducing the days and places as per your requirements. We also have some other special tours of Madhya Pradesh, so kindly contact to our team for same if requires.