Medieval Heritage Tour
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Experience the cultureof Northern, Central and Western India. Starting from Delhi, visit the “City of Taj”- Agra, followed by Varanasi and Khajuraho. The latter has some interesting sculptures that will surely attract your eyes. Travel to Orchha, Gwalior and Shivpuri, followed by a trip to the temples of Ujjain. Later your will be visiting the ruins of Mandu, followed by Bhopal, Sanchi and Pachmarhi. The tour will end at the financial capital of the country- Mumbai, after a visit to Jabalpur.
Inclusions
- A grand Indian welcome upon arrival
- Hotel Accommodation as per preferred star category
- Breakfast included for all days
- Private air-conditioned car for sightseeing and transfers
- English Speaking Chauffeur for the whole trip
- All currently applicable taxes
18 Nights & 19 Days
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Destinations
Delhi - Agra – Varanasi - Khajuraho - Gwalior - Shivpuri - Ujjain - Mandu - Bhopal - Panchmarhi - Jabalpur - Mumbai
Tour Plan
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Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Upon your arrival, receive a warm welcome at airport by our Representative and get transferred to hotel.
Delhi is undoubtedly the most mythological city in the country that has preserved its history but has not forgotten to develop in its due course to become one of the most modern and tolerant cities in the country. Delhi is a city surrounded by bedlams. It is termed as a bustling city. In Delhi, people from different corners swarm into the city.It is a city with a perfect blend of real and reel life. This day you can join the crowds of the local markets and enjoy shopping. Night stay:Delhi.
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Day 02 : Delhi– Agra (240 Kms, 04 hrs)
After breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel for a sightseeing tour of India Gate, Red Fort, President’s House, Laxmi Narayan Temple. Later in afternoon drive further to Agra. Agra is home to iconic TajMahal – one of the Seven Wonders of the World located on the banks of the River Yamuna. It is a major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era buildings. Check –in on arrival. Night stay- Agra.
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Day 03 : Agra –Varanasi (By Train)
Early morning visit the gloriousTajMahal for a fascinating view of Sunrise. TajMahal was built as an ode of love. TajMahal in Agra stand apart from the natural beauty and is a perfect example of manmade wonders. The monument in Agra describes the brilliance of the Mughal Architecture. Tajmahal’s creation has a remarkable story behind it. It was built by Mughal emperor ShahaJahan for his beloved queen Mumtaz .
Later have breakfast at hotel and visit Agra fort- Agra Fort is awonderful example of Mughal architectural flavor and also visit Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah which is popularly called as Baby Taj, constructed on the banks of Yamuna river.The wall inside the tomb has inscriptions from Holy text – Quran. Later in evening transfer you to the Railway Station to board the train to Varanasi. Overnight in train.
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Day 04 : Varanasi
On arrival in morning, you will be met by our Representative and get transferred to hotel. Varanasi, most famous pilgrimage spot, situated besides Ganges river.This place may just turn out to be your best-loved stop of all. Varanasi is regarded as one of the seven holy cities of Hindus. Varanasi -the beating heart of the Hindu universe is the most auspicious and magical place. Individuals come to wash their lifetime sins in the sacred, holy river Ganges. After some rest start up the excursion of oldest city – Varanasi. Visit the Sarnath museum, holy templs like- Bharat Mata Temple, SankatMochan Temple, DashmekStupa, Ashoka pillar and Alamgir Mosque. Nigh stay: Varanasi.
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Day 05 : Varanasi–Khajuraho (By Flight)
Early morning experience a walk along the ghats and enjoy boat ride in the Ganges river. Have breakfast at the hotel and leave for airport to catch flight for Khajuraho. Khajurao , a perfect place to understand the pulse of India. A vibrant city with temples and magnificent architecture, built by Chandalas dynasty. The collection of the temples presents how a system and culture existed long ago.The images of Khajuraho are the manifestation of human inlying senses. Assistance on arrival and escorted to the hotel. Relax at the prescribed hotel and start with your excursion of the city.Visit the famous temples of eastern and western groups including the collosalstone temple of Khajuraho – Laxmana temple, ancient – Chitragupta temples and many more. Night stay: Khajurao.
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Day 06 : Khajuraho – Orcha – Gwalior(290 Kms, 06hrs)
After breakfast, travel by road to the next destination of our trip – Orcha.Orcha is a small town famous for it’s16th and 17th century palaces and temples situated on the banks of the Betwa river.
Explore Orchha Fort, Raj Mahal and JehangirMahal.Later in the day drive down to Gwalior which is popularly known for its invincibly fort with high skilled architecture work. On arrival, check in to the hotel for night stay.
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Day 07 : Gwalior – Shivpuri(120 Kms, 03hrs)
Have breakfast and head to explore the collosal Gwalior fort located on hilltop to experience an eye catching view of the sight.Later visit to the SaasBahu temples, famous Jai Vilas Palace and JivajiRaoScindia Museum Archeological Museum housing bizzare items of bygone era.In the evening, drive down to Shivpuri.Shivpuri, a district of Madhya Pradesh. On arrival, check in at the hotel followed by a nightstay.
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Day 08 : Shivpuri
Begin your day visiting to Chhatari or Cenotaphs of Shivpuri. Its campus is on Chhatari Road which leads from Do BattaiChauraha to BhadaiyaKund.Later head out to Madhav National Park for wild watching with variety of species of animals and birds. Evening is free to explore the markets of Shivpuri for shopping. MadhauChowk is the main market of Shivpuri.
Nigh stay: Shivpuri.
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Day 09 : Shivpuri – Ujjain(400 Kms, 08hrs)
Today, we drive further to Ujjain. Ujjain, an ancient town housing severalghats and is a place to the spiritual sight of India. Ujjain is considered as one of the sacred and holistic city.Ujjain is known as the city of Lord Mahakali.e Lord Shiva. Upon arrival, get accommodated in your hotel followed by a night hault.
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Day 10 : Ujjain
Post breakfast, explore the spiritual sight of the city. Visit the Mahakaleshwar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one of the magical and stunning temple of India enshrining 12 holy Jyotirlingas. On the eve of Mahashivratri, the temple is surrounded with a big fair. Attend the rituals of temple and head out to BadaGaneshjikaMandir and Kaliadeh Palace.
Nigh stay: Ujjain.
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Day 11 : Ujjain – Mandu(140 Kms, 04 hrs)
Have savory breakfast at the hotel, drive to Mandu .Mandu is place for historical monuments with rich and varied history, housing stunning work of Afghan architectures. Mandu is also famous for the legends of Prince BazBahadur and his love with his consort Rani Roopmati. Discover the plateau region of tombs, palaces and monuments. Upon reaching, retire to hotel and relax. Later, visit major gates or darwazas likeRampolDarwaza, Jehangir Gate,BulandDarwajaand Tarapur Gate. Drive back to hotel.
Nigh stay: Mandu
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Day 12 : Mandu
This morning, experience the scenic beauty of Mandu. Visit the AshrafiMahal, palace of gold coins; JahazMahal – a palace between two lakes with marvel architecture; HindolaMahal– swinging palace built across sloppy side wall, RewaKund and Rani Roopmati's Pavilion – offer eye catching view over the Narmada river and belonged to beloved queen of BazBahadur. RewaKund was the reservoir,which supplied water to Rani Roopmati’sPavillion.
Nigh stay: Mandu
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Day 13 : Mandu – Bhopal(300 Kms, 06hrs)
After the morning meal, travel to Bhopal. Bhopal is the capital of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh and called as city of lakes. Bhopal houses various institutions of national importance, including ISRO's Master Control Facility and BHEL. It is also known for its greenery. On arrival, Check in. Later move for sightseeing of the city, exploring the artificial lakes like Upper Lake and Shahpuralake. Visit the famous Archeological Museums with wonderful sculptures and explore the Mosques of Bhopal.
Nigh stay: Bhopal.
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Day 14 : Bhopal – Sanchi – Bhopal
Travel to explore Sanchi, known for Stupas and other Buddhist monuments such as monasteries, pillars and holy shrines.India‘s oldest Buddhist Structure is located in Sanchi . On arrival, start your excursion to SanchiStupa built by Emperor Ashoka. SanchiStupa defines the finest art work of workmans. Later, move to see Ashok Pillar to experience the glory of rich carvings on its façade and Taj-ul-Masjid – one of the largest mosque in India. Making an exit from Sanchi, drive back to Bhopal.
Night stay: Bhopal
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Day 15 : Bhopal – Panchmarhi(210 Kms, 04 hrs)
Today after leisurely breakfast head towards the next destination Panchmarhi. On the way we will stop at Bhimbetka Caves which is the World Heritage Site. Theserock shelters have a collection of oldest Prehistoric paintings which depicts the earliest traces of human life in India. Later resume the journey to Panchmarhi. After reaching, Check- in to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure at the hotel. Night stay: Panchmarhi.
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Day 16 : Panchmarhi
In the morning after breakfast, proceed to explore the Panchmarhi, stunning hill station also known as “Queen of Satpura” surrounded by beauty of nature - breathtaking waterfalls, streams, wildlife and serene pools.Visit Forsyth Point, Bee Fall which provides drinking water to locals of Panchmarhi, Fairy Pool – picnic spot for families during wekkends. Also visit Dhoopgarh - The highest point in the Satpura range, with a magnificent view of the surrounding ranges. A very popular spot for viewing sunsets. Night stay: Panchmarhi.
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Day 17 : Panchmarhi – Jabalpur(250 Kms, 06hrs)
This day, after breakfast we drive to the next destination of the trip – Jabalpur taking about 6 hours. On arrival, check in at hotel and head out to city tour, visit Dhaundhan Falls one of the popular tourist destination along with the Narmada River. Also visit Marble rocks, Chausat Yogini Temple and Rani Durgavati Museum. Night stay: Jabalpur.
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Day 18 : Jabalpur– Mumbai (By Train)
After the breakfast at the hotel, we will transfer you to the Railway Station to board the train to Mumbai. Overnight in train.
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Day 19 : Mumbai Departure
On arrival, get escorted to the hotel. After wash and change, we will take you to the tour of some major spots of Mumbai Gateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum and Marine Drive. Later after farewell dinner in evening we will transfer you to the Mumbai International Airport for your flight back home.
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