10 Days Itinerary/Package

Explore West and Central Madhya Pradesh: Shrines, Heritage, Wildlife & Nature (Theme: Spiritual,Heritage,Wildlife,Nature)

Day 1: Spiritual Awakening
Depart for Omkareshwar (75 km, 2 hrs), an island shaped like the sacred "Om" and surrounded by the Narmada River. Visit the Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga shrine, also known as Omkar Mandhata. Enjoy lunch at Temple View Hotel (MP Tourism). After arrival from Delhi/Mumbai to Indore, visit the Lord Omkar Jyotirlinga and Siddhanath Temple (archaeological site). Explore Ekatma Dham and the awe-inspiring Statue of Oneness (108 feet). Return for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Spiritual Omkareshwar
Mode of Travel
The nearest Domestic Airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, Indore (77 km/2 hr).
Omkareshwar has its own railway station named as Omkareshwar Railway Station located at a distance of 12 km from the Omkareshwar city. It is situated on the major Ratlam-Khandwa railway line . The most well connected rail head is Khandwa ( approx 70 km) which linkes citiies like New Delhi, Bangalore, Mysore, Lucknow, Chennai, Kanyakumari, Puri, Ahmedabad, Jaipur and Ratlam.
Omkareshwar is connected to Indore, Khandwa and Ujjain by regular bus/cab service.
Magnificent Maheshwar
Mode of Travel
Nearest airport is the Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport, Indore (91 km). The airport is well connected by flights to cities like Mumbai, Delhi and Bhopal. From the airport, visitors can hire a taxi to reach Maheshwar.
The nearest railheads are Barwaha (39 km), Khandwa (110 km), Indore (91 km) and Mhow on the Western Railway.
Maheshwar can be reached easily by road. Several state-run buses do ply regularly from Indore, Bhopal, Khandwa, Dhar, Dhamnod and many other cities of Madhya Pradesh.
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Day 2: Heritage Sojourn
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and enjoy lunch at Narmada Resort (MP Tourism). Visit Rajwada and the Devi Ahilya Museum, home to a glass statue of Ahilyabai and a Shiva temple with a golden lingam. Depart for Maheshwar (60 km, 1.5 hrs) and visit the Maheshwar Fort, offering stunning views of the Narmada River and the town, with a statue of Rani Ahilyabai and a Shiva temple. Explore Rehwa Society and interact with local weavers. Enjoy local storytelling and boating on the Narmada River. Return for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Love and Legacy
After breakfast, check out from hotel and visit Jami Masjid, inspired by great mosque of Damascus, featuring a grand plinth and a huge domed porch. Explore Jahaz Mahal, a two-storey palace built between two artificial lakes, known for its open pavilions and balconies overhanging water. Enjoy lunch at Malwa Resort (MP Tourism). Visit the Rani Roopmati Pavilion, an observation post-turned-retreat offering stunning views of the Narmada River and Baz Bahadur's palace. Depart for Mandu (65 km, 2 hrs). Enjoy the Sound & Light Show at 19:00 hrs. Visit Jahaz Mahal and Hoshang Shah's Tomb, India's first marble building, which inspired Mughal architecture. Return for dinner and overnight stay.
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Magical Mandu
Mode of Travel
Mandu is situated in the Dhar district, which is just 98 kms from the nearest airport, Indore. Pre-paid taxis are available from the airport. The city is also well connected with major cities like Jabalpur, Gwalior, Bhopal, Hyderabad and Raipur.
The nearest railhead is at Indore, 100 km from Mandu. Indore station is an important junction on the Delhi-Mumbai rail route. It is situated 653 km from Mumbai Central, 731 km from Delhi, 176 km from Indore BG. Tourists can get down at the Indore station and avail bus/ taxi to reach the place.
Mandu is well connected by road to major cities in India. Indore, Dhar, Maheshwar and other towns and cities have frequent buses to Mandu.
Ancient City Ujjain
Mode of Travel
The closest airport is Indore Airport, which is 55 km away. It is the busiest airport in Madhya Pradesh and is well connected to cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Raipur and Jabalpur.
Ujjain is connected by rail to major cities like Mumbai, Delhi and Bangalore. The railway station is just a kilometre away from the main city centre.
Ujjain is well connected by road. You can get here by hiring a cab or catching a bus from Indore (55 km), Gwalior (450 km), Ahmedabad (400 km) and Bhopal (183 km).
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Day 4: Holy Abode
After breakfast, depart for Ujjain (130 km, 3 hrs). Upon arrival, explore the Mahakal Lok Corridor, surrounded by Rudrasagar Lake, with 108 pillars, 200 statues, and murals depicting stories of Shiva. Visit the famous Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple and witness the Bhasma Aarti, a daily ritual that includes the Abhishek and adorning the Shivling with sacred offerings. Enroute, visit the Dinosaur Fossil Park (6 km from Mandu) and Kelkar Museum in Dhar, where you can shop for handloom fabric and Bagh print items. After checking in, relax and explore key temples like Kal Bhairav, Harsiddhi, and Vedh Shala. End with dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5: Holy Abode - Continues
After breakfast, depart for Indore Airport (65 km, 2 hrs) for your return journey to Mumbai/Delhi. Alternatively, if you're continuing your tour, proceed to Bhopal and explore exciting destinations around the city.For those staying, enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.
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Yummy Indore
Mode of Travel
Indore is well connected by flight to major cities like Bhopal, Gwalior, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Nagpur, Jaipur, Raipur Delhi and Mumbai. The airport is just 8 kms away from the city.
Indore is connected to most major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Delhi, Jaipur, Ahmedabad and Vadodra to name a few. The station is divided into metre gauge and broad gauge. Khandwa and Ratlam are the two major junctions on the metre gauge.
Indore is well connected to other cities of the state through state and national highways. Other than that there is a bus/cab service to cities like Bhopal, Gwalior, Ujjain and Sanchiamong others.
Sacred Sanchi
Mode of Travel
Nearest airport is in Bhopal city, the Raja Bhoj airport. Sanchi is 55 km north-east of Bhopal airport, which is well-connected with other airports like Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Raipur and Delhi.
The nearest railhead is Bhopal, which is also an important junction of the West Central Railways. It is also the terminus of the Shatabdi Express, which shuttles daily between Delhi and Bhopal. Various express trains ply between Bhopal and cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Agra, Gwalior, Jhansi and Ujjain. One can reach Bhopal by train and avail a bus / car from there for Sanchi.
Sanchi is at a convenient distance from places like Bhopal (46 km), Vidisha (10 km) and Indore (232 km). Various tour operators provide private taxis and cabs.
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Day 6: Ancient Echoes
Fly from Mumbai/Delhi to Bhopal (200 km, 4 hrs). Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and depart for Sanchi (55 km, 1.5 hrs), a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Buddhist Stupa and Vihar, dating from the 3rd century BC to the 12th century AD. Built by Mauryan King Ashoka, it houses relics of Lord Buddha's disciples. Enjoy lunch at Hotel Gateway Retreat (MP Tourism) and visit Udaygiri Caves (16 km away), featuring Hindu and Jain caves with intricate sculptures. Conclude with the Sound and Light Show at Sanchi, before returning to Bhopal for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 7: Exploring the City of Lakes
Start your day with an early morning Heritage Walk (07:30 hrs, 2 hrs) and return to the hotel for breakfast. Visit the Tribal Museum to immerse yourself in the vibrant tribal culture of Madhya Pradesh through art installations, full-scale models, and performances. Then, explore the Museum of Mankind (National Museum of Man), the largest anthropological museum in India, showcasing life-size dwellings from tribal, coastal, and Himalayan villages. In the evening, enjoy a peaceful cruise ride at the Boat Club, Upper Lake. Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Begum's Bhopal
Mode of Travel
Bhopal airport, about 13 km northwest of the city center, is well connected to cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Pune and Raipur. Taxis are available from the airport to reach the city center.
Bhopal is on the Delhi-Chennai main line. Major trains going from Mumbai to Delhi via Itarsi and Jhansi also go through Bhopal. Local buses and auto-rickshaws are available to reach the city center.
Regular state run and private bus services connect Bhopal with Indore, Mandu, Ujjain, Khajuraho, Pachmarhi, Gwalior, Sanchi, Jabalpur and Shivpuri.
Amazing Bhimbetka
Mode of Travel
Bhopal (about 46 Km. from Bhimbetka) is the nearest airport connected with Mumbai, Delhi, Indore and Gwalior.
Bhopal, on the Delhi-Chennai and Delhi-Mumbai mainline is the more convenient railhead.
Bhimbetka, situated on the Bhopal-Hoshangabad National Highway No. 69, is well connected by bus.
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Day 8: From History to Wilderness
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and depart for Satpura National Park at 10:00 hrs. Enroute, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bhimbetka (45 km, 1 hr), known for its 30,000-year-old cave paintings and rock shelters, offering a glimpse into humanity's earliest history. Bhimbetka is home to one of India's largest prehistoric complexes with 243 rock shelters. Enjoy lunch at Highway Treat (MP Tourism) before proceeding to Satpura National Park (90 km, 2.5 hrs). Engage in activities like photography, bird watching, canoeing at Tawa Dam, cycling, and interactions with villagers. Check-in at the hotel, followed by dinner and an overnight stay
Day 9: A Safari to Remember
Begin your day with an early morning Jungle Safari at Satpura National Park, Madhai (06:00 - 10:00 hrs). Renowned for its tranquil surroundings, the park offers breathtaking views of the Satpura ranges, lush flora, and diverse wildlife. Experience the serene habitat of species like leopards, sambars, chitals, and flying squirrels, surrounded by rich vegetation, including sal, teak, and bamboo. After the safari, return to the hotel and relax. Enjoy lunch at noon before departing for Pench Tiger Reserve (250 km, 6 hrs) at 13:00 hrs. Check-in at the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Pristine Tawa
Mode of Travel
The nearest airports to Tawa Madhai are Bhopal (120 km) and Jabalpur (270 km).
Tawa: Itarsi railway station is 35 km away, while Bhopal is 120 km away. Both are well connected to major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai and Ahmedabad via different routes. Madhai: Sohagpur is on the main rail line between Kolkata and Mumbai and is also well connected to Jabalpur and Bhopal. There are regular trains to Itarsi, Bhopal and Sohagpur from where Madhai is 17 km by road.
Regular bus/cab services are available from Bhopal (120 km) and Indore (268 km).
Untamed Pench
Mode of Travel
Sonegaon Airport, Nagpur is around 92 km from the park. Nagpur airport, connected to Delhi, Mumbai and major cities, is also the closest airport. Jabalpur (192 km) also serves as a convenient airhead with regular flights from Delhi.
Nagpur (92 km) and Jabalpur (192 km) serve as a convenient railhead connected to Delhi, Mumbai and other major cities. Delhi-Chennai, Delhi-Bangalore and Delhi-Bilaspur trains halt at Nagpur.
National Highway 7 connects the Pench National Park to Nagpur. The drive time from Nagpur is 2 hrs and from Jabalpur is 4 hrs.
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Day 10: Rural Charm and Nature's Bliss
Begin your day with an early morning Jungle Safari at Pench National Park (06:00 - 10:00 hrs), renowned for its diverse wildlife, including tigers, cheetal, leopards, and unique bird species like the Malabar pied hornbill and osprey. Pench also inspired Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book. Return to the hotel for breakfast and relax. After lunch at 13:00 hrs, explore the Pottery Village of Pachdhar, enjoy a village tour in Kohka with local interactions, and indulge in a nature walk or activities like birdwatching, cycling, and photography. End the day with dinner and a cozy overnight stay at the resort.

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Discover the best of West and Central Madhya Pradesh with this itinerary. Explore sacred shrines, timeless heritage, and cultural gems in a journey through history and spirituality.