Embark on an enchanting journey through the royal forts, Buddhist monuments, sacred jyotirlingas, and romantic palaces of Madhya Pradesh and Central India. From the Taj Mahal to the hilltop citadel of Gwalior, the temples of Khajuraho and Orchha, the UNESCO Buddhist Stupas at Sanchi, the Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain, and the romantic ruined city of Mandu, this route reveals history at every turn.
Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel.
Visit Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk in Rickshaw, India Gate, and drive past President House and Parliament House.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.
After breakfast, drive to Agra.
Afternoon visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort (Taj Mahal closed on Fridays).
Overnight stay at the hotel in Agra.
After breakfast, drive to Gwalior, visiting the circular Chausath Yogini Temple at Mitawali enroute.
Tour the impregnable Gwalior Fort, Man Singh Palace, and Sas Bahu Temples.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Gwalior.
After breakfast, drive to Khajuraho.
Evening attend the Sound and Light show in Khajuraho.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Khajuraho.
After breakfast, explore the world-famous Chandela-era Western and Eastern groups of temples.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Khajuraho.
After breakfast, drive to the medieval town of Orchha.
Visit Orchha's riverside cenotaphs, Raja Ram Temple, and Jahangir Mahal along the Betwa River.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Orchha.
Transfer to Jhansi railway station to board train for Bhopal.
In Bhopal, visit Taj-ul-Masjid (one of the largest mosques in Asia) and the scenic Upper and Lower Lakes.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Bhopal.
Drive to Sanchi to visit the UNESCO Great Stupa, Ashoka Pillar, and ancient Buddhist monastic ruins.
Continue drive to Indore; check in to hotel for overnight stay.
Morning excursion to Ujjain on the banks of the sacred Shipra River.
Have holy darshan at Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the 12 sacred Jyotirlingas in India.
Return to Indore for overnight stay.
Excursion to Mandu, the ruined city of joy celebrating the legendary love of Baz Bahadur and Rani Roopmati.
Visit Jahaz Mahal (Ship Palace), Hindola Mahal, and Roopmati's Pavilion overlooking the Narmada Valley.
Drive back to Indore for overnight stay.
After breakfast, transfer to Indore Airport to board your flight for Delhi.
Evening free for shopping in Delhi's local markets.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.
In time, meet assistance and transfer to Delhi Airport for onward flight.
