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Central India Odyssey
private tour
Explore the heartlands of India
A tour through Central India is a journey through the less visited, but oh so culturally rich central part of India. You travel along some of the most famous sights of India, with of course the Taj Mahal, Khajuraho, Ellora and Ajanta.
from 2345,-
22 days
Tabs
Day 1 arrival Delhi
Meeting and assistance on arrival at the International airport, our representatives welcome and escort you by a private car and transfer to the hotel, whilst the room keys and check-in is organized, our representative would hand over the documents and brief the tour programme to you. Overnight stay at hotelDay 2 Delhi
Be mesmerized by the charm of Old Delhi. Visit the extensive Red Fort (Closed on Monday) (Photo – Stop), the Jama Masjid Mosque, India’s largest and renowned as the most elegant mosque in India. Enjoy a rickshaw ride and visit the old winding lanes of ChandniChowk market. ChandniChowk is a special place to be in. It's a unique market which carries the very essence of ancient India. On the narrow streets, you can see a number of shops that are lined together. Also visit the spice market- KhariBaoli. Take a trip down history at Raj Ghat where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Afternoon we take in the sights of New Delhi including the India Gate, a war memorial commemorating the Indian soldiers killed in the World War II. Drive past the magnificent Presidential Palace (from outside) and Government buildings. Visit Humayun’s Tomb with its several tombs of past Mughal Emperors. Overnight in Delhi
Day 3 Delhi – Agra
Post Breakfast we will depart to the land of the beautiful TajMahal, Agra is dotted with many beautiful monuments built by the mighty Mughal emperors. During its time Agra was a centre of culture and art, learning and commerce. The famous seat of Mughals, the city also remained the capital of India during Aurangzeb's rule and finally came under British rule in 1803. Make it a point to cherish the delectable Mughal cuisine on your visit to Agra.Afternoon you will visit the Agra Fort located at a bend on the Yamuna River. The fort built by three generations of Mughal emperors impeccably fulfills the military requirements of a fort while being an example of intricate, artistic detail.
At sunset, find yourself at the Mehtab Bagh, a garden complex on the opposite side of the TajMahal that was uncovered during recent excavations. See the TajMahal from a different perspective before you return to your hotel. Overnight in Agra
Day 4 Agra - Orchha via Gwalior
Feast your eyes to the morning beauty of the TajMahal, the manifestation of the wealth and luxury of Mughal art as seen in its architecture, garden design, painting, and calligraphy. After breakfast drive to Orchha, en-route visit Gwalior, A historical town renowned for the sacred temples, outstanding palaces, as well as glorious monuments was founded by the King Surajesan. Visit Gwalior fort and proceed drive to Orchha, Check in at hotel and relax.
Day 5 Orchha
Today proceed to visit sightseeing places such as, Rai PraveenMahal, JahangirMahal, Ram RajaMandir, ChatturbujMandir, Hardaul ka Baithak, LakshmiNarayan temple. Overnight stay in Orcha
Day 6 Orchha – Khajuraho
Today proceed to Khajurajo, A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is noted for its erotic temples. It is the only village that houses a huge collection of beautiful temples, divided into three geographical sections on the west, east and south. The murals and paintings in the temples illustrate the life and eras of the Chandelas. Originally there were said to be 80 temples at Khajuraho, of which about 22 remain today. Later proceed to visit Eastern Group of Temples (Bramha Temple, Javari Temple, Vamana Temple) Overnight in Khajuraho
Day 7 Khajuraho
Morning proceed to visit the famous Khajuraho temples, including the Western Group Of Temples (Devi Mandap, Varaha Mandap, Lakshman Temple , KandariyaMahadev Temple, Mahadev Shrine, Devi Jagdambi Temple). Overnight stay at Khajuraho
Day 8 Khajuraho – Bhandavgarh National Park
Morning visit Eastern Group of Temples (Bramha Temple, Javari Temple, Vamana Temple), Southern Group of Temples (Duladeo Temple, ChaturBhuj Temple) and depart to Bandhavgarh National Park by road. Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve spread over Vindhya ranges of Central India. It has 32 hills and 39 caves in which some are man-made & rest of the caves are natural. Overnight stay at resort in Bandhavgarh
Day 9 Bhandavgarh National Park
Do both morning & evening game drives of Bandhavgarh. Here you can do jungle safaris in 2 safari zones: Tala, & Magadhi. Among them Tala zone is a premium safari zone with safari charges higher than non-premium zones. Due to limited tickets, advance safari booking is highly recommended. Popular places to see inside Bandhavgarh are Chakradhara, Shesh Shaiya, Andhyari Jheriya, Sidhbaba, Chorbahera, Rajbahera, Climber's point etc. You can do safari in a one zone with one ticket.Please note-- Ranthambore National Park remains closed in Monsoon season (1st July to 30th September) and afternoon shift of Jeep Safari remain close for visitors on Every Wednesday.
Day 10 Bhandavgarh - Sanchi
Today you will drive to Sanchi, famous for an outstanding specimen ofBuddhist art and architecture which belongs to the period between third century BC and 12th century AD. Over Night in Sanchi
Day 11 Sanchi
This morning proceeds to visit Sanchi - Archeological Museum; Ashoka Pillar erected by Ashoka, this stone pillar stands close to the southern gateway of the Great Stupa no 1. Marked by aesthetic beauty, the lavishly carved Ashoka pillar is known for its amazing structural balance. Overnight in Sanchi
Day 12 Sanchi – Ujjain
Morning after breakfast drive to Ujjain, upon arrival check in to the hotel, later visits various tourist places in Ujjain. Your itinerary will include Kaliadeh Palace, Observatory (Veda Shala), Harsiddhi Temple and Mahakaleshwar Temple. Overnight stay at hotel
Day 13 Ujjain – Mandu
Morning after breakfast drive to Mandu another major sightseeing destination in Madhya Pradesh, upon arrival check in to the hotel, Rest of time free at leisure, Overnight stay at hotel
Day 14 Mandu
Today’s tour programme allows you to spend the whole day sightseeing Mandu. Leave after breakfast and witness the striking beauty of Mandu’s numerous temples that beautifully portray life and its pleasures in stone. Later, retire to the hotel for the night. Overnight stay at Mandu
Day 15 Mandu – Maheshwar
Morning after breakfast drive to Maheshwar, upon arrival check in to the hotel, Maheshwar was a glorious city at the dawn of Indian civilization when it was Mahishmati, capital of king Kartivarjun. This temple town on the banks of the river Narmada finds mention in the epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata. Revived to its ancient position of importance by the Holkar queen Rani Ahilyabai of Indore, Maheshwar's temples and mighty fort-complex stand in quiet beauty, mirrored in the river below, Today, Maheshwar is also known for its distinctive hand woven sarees called Maheshwari. Overnight stay at Maheshwar
Day 16 Maheshwar – Omkareshwar
After breakfast proceed to visit Shri Maheshwar Fort-This 16th century fort is famous for its elegant architecture & spectacular view from Narmada River, this place was constructed by a greatest queen AhalyaBaiHolkar and was her residential place, a queen India ever had seen. Later drive to Omkareshwar(66km/2hr).Omkareshwar is a sacred island shaped place or in the shape of 'Om.' Situated on the bank of Narmada River, it houses one of the 12-revered Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. Rest of day explore sacred shrines, the works of Nature complement those of man to provide a setting awe-inspiring in its magnificence. Overnight stay at Omkareshwar
Day 17 Omkareshwar- Ajanta
Morning after breakfast drive to Ajanta, upon arrival check in to the hotel, Rest of time free at leisure, overnight stay at hotelDay 18 Ajanta – Aurangabad
Morning after breakfast visit the rock-cut caves of Ajanta nestle in a panoramic gorge, in the form of a gigantic horseshoe. Among the finest examples of some of the earliest Buddhist architecture, caves-paintings and sculptures, these caves comprise Chaitya Halls, or shrines, dedicated to Lord Buddha and Viharas, or monasteries, used by Buddhist monks for meditation and the study of Buddhist teachings. Later drive to Aurangabad. Upon arrival check in to the hotel, overnight stay at hotelNote: Ajanta Caves are closed on Monday & Ellora Caves are closed on Tuesday).Overnight stay in Aurangabad
Day 19 Aurangabad / excursion Ellora
Today Proceed Excursion to Ellora(Closed on Tuesday) (30 Kms / 1 Hrs) - The landscape is cool and soothing, besides the hill caves could serve as the perfect destination for the city dwellers as well as tourists obsessed with crowded localities and polluted environments. The most attractive caves are numbered 2, 5,6,10, and 11; however, all the caves are to be visited if one wants to explore the site fully. Cave 2 is interesting for the Verandah and the Sravasti tales depicted on the walls. Cave No 5 consists of a large hall, with porches, aisles, and decorated columns. The central shrine houses a seated Buddha and its entrance is exotically decorated with Bodhisattva adorned with jewelry and headdress. Cave 6 contains some interesting Buddhism figures, among them the Analokiteshwara with lotus, Mahamayuri and other small figures are good pieces of artistic expression in rock sculptures. Overnight stay in Aurangabad
Day 20 Aurangabad – Mumbai
Train: 12072 JANSHATABDI EXP AWB 06.00 / DR 12.30Morning depart to airport to catch flight to Mumbai. On arrival at Mumbai Airport, Meet & assistance by our Representative, Transfer to your pre booked hotel in Mumbai. Check in at hotel and unwind.
Day 21 Mumbai
Today tour leads us to the Gateway of India – a former colonial monument and now a popular emblem of the city and a hubbub of life. The gate was built 1924-1927 to commemorate King George V’s visit in 1911. The biggest museum in India is next door - the Prince of Wales Museum. Sample bhelpuri (Mumbai’s favorite snack) at Chowpatty Beach along what is known as Marine Drive. It’s one of the city’s most popular promenades. Overnight in Mumbai
Day 22 depart Mumbai
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