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Destinations Covered: Bhopal - Sanchi - Bhimbetka - Ujjain - Indore - Mandu - Omkareshwar - Maheshwar - Indore
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Day 1: Arrive at Delhi
On your arrival at the Delhi International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel.
The capital of India, Delhi is not only the political center but also the cultural center of the country. It is the best place to start your memorable trip to India. This metropolitan city offers the richness of India's ancient heritage and the glitz of the modern world.
Enjoy some hours of good sleep at the hotel to brace yourself for a memorable Central India Classical Tour with Tourtoindia.com.
Day 2: Delhi
After breakfast, you will be taken on a local sightseeing tour of Delhi. Located between The Aravali Hills and the Yamuna River, Delhi offers some fantastic historical sites of tourist interest.
The Old Delhi tour includes Jama Masjid, the largest mosque of India and the famous Red Fort.
The New Delhi tour includes Humayun's Tomb, Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi and the celebrated Qutub Minar. Drive along the well-known Rajpath, past the historical India Gate, Parliament House, President's residence and through the reputed Diplomatic Enclave where the embassies of different nations are located.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Delhi - Bhopal (By Train)
After breakfast you will be accompanied to the New Delhi railway station from where you will board a train to Bhopal. On arrival, our representative will escort you to the hotel you are booked into. Later, embark on a city tour of Bhopal.
The places included in the tour are Bharat Bhawan that showcases different art forms, a postcolonial museum called Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya. Also visit the Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Temple) that is built on the Arera Hills and has a museum inside the complex. The Taj-ul-Masjid, one of the largest mosques of India is the next stop. The mosque's construction was started by Shah Jahan Begum but was completed after her demise.
Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4: Bhopal
The day will include visits to Sanchi and Bhimbetka
With a rich history to speak of, Sanchi is an important Buddhist site that brings in visitors from all across the world. Its main attraction is the Sanchi Stupa that Commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC. A fine specimen of Buddhist architecture, it has also been listed as a UNESCO Heritage site. Also visit the museum that throws light into Buddhism and how it evolved.
Bhimbetka lies around 46 kilometers to the south of Bhopal and bordered by the Vidhyas on the north. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bhimbetka is an archaeological treasure house. It is famous for its rock shelters, some of which also date back to around 9000 years. Around 500 of the caves have paintings that depict the life and culture of people belonging to that age.
You will spend the night at the hotel in Bhopal.
Day 5: Bhopal - Indore
Drive to the city of Indore after breakfast. You will also stop to visit Ujjain enroute.
The ancient city of Ujjain is home to many temples. Visit some of the most famous temples like Bade Ganeshji Ka Mandir, Mahakaleshwara Temple, Chintamani Ganesh, Gopal Mandir, Kal Bhairava and Navagarha Mandir. Also visit the Veda Shala (observatory) and the Kaliadeh Palace.
You will spend the night at the hotel you are booked into.
Day 6: Indore - Mandu
Drive to Mandu after breakfast.
Once the fort capital of the Parmar rulers of Malwa, Mandu is home to some architectural marvels. Visit the attractions like Jahaz Mahal that was built by Ghiyas-ud-din. Also visit the Swing Palace, Hoshang Shah's Tomb, Ashrafi Mahal, Baz Bahadur's Palace and Roopmati's Pavilion.
Day 7: Mandu - Maheshwar
On completing breakfast, drive to Omkareshwar and then continue to Maheshwar.
One of the holiest Hindu religious sites, Omkareshwar is a temple dotted island at the Narmada-Kaveri junction. Omkar Mandhata Temple is one of the 12 important Shiva shrines in India.
Previously known as Mahishmati, Maheshwar is a historical town located on the banks of the Narmada. The site finds mention in the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Maheshwar is also known for its saris.
Stay overnight at your hotel in Maheshwar.
Day 8: Maheshwar - Indore
Drive to Indore in the morning. Have your breakfast and then board a flight to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi, our representative will escort you to the international airport.
Tour ends.
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