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Adventure Duration: 12 Nights/ 13 Days Tentative Tour Itinerary

Arrival , Arrival and check in. Night stay. Arrival Gwalior Railway station/ Airport, Meet and Greet by our company representative, transfer to Hotel, Check in and relax for some time, move to explore the city of Forts. Visit Gwalior . “ is a hill fort near Gwalior, , central . The fort has existed at least since the 10th century, and the inscriptions and monuments found within what is now the Day fort campus indicate that it may have existed as early as the beginning of the 6th 1 century” later experience light and Sound show at Fort. Return to Hotel for a Night stay. Gwalior Fort Light and Sound Show: Gwalior Fort Light and Sound Show Timings, Entry Fees and Duration Show Timings Duration Show Timings Duration English Version 07:30 PM 45 Minutes 08:30 PM 45 Minutes Version

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Local Tour of Gwalior Morning after breakfast move out from the hotel and visitGujari Mahal Archeological Museum, “An archaeological museum located inside the fort complex is one of the must visit places, especially if you are a history buff. This 15th-century Gujari Mahal, though in ruins, offers an interesting insight into the history of the kingdom in Gwalior, and thus is an ideal place for educational tours” Visit Tomb of Mohammad Ghaus “Amongst the many points of tourist interest to visit, the tomb of the 16th-century Sufi saint, Mohammad Ghaus is another enchanting place to explore. Mohammad Ghaus was an advisor of King and a music teacher of Tansen. The tomb reveals an elegant style of Mughal architecture with hexagonal pavilions and stone carvings which provide an exquisite and rusty appeal.” Later visit Moti Mahal, “A 900 metre walk pass Italian Gardens can take you to another famous and grand attraction, Moti Mahal. A 19th-century palace which was once the secretariat of Government, Moti garden flaunts colourful flowers and an extensive work of fountains. Though in a dilapidated condition, it is one of the tourism places that still beautifully displays its tempera coloured walls graced by mosaic mythological paintings of darbars and Day processions. In fact, Moti Mahal has close similarities to that of Pune’s 2 Palaces.” Visit Jai Villas Palace “The next place to visit is 650 metres walking distance from Moti Mahal. Jai Vilas Palace is one of the must visit places in Gwalior. As you reach your destination, en route stop and admire the Rani Mahal Palace. This palace Jai Vilas Palace also houses H.H. Jiwaji Rao Museum, which treasures the personal belongings of Scindia family. Besides, the palace’s European style architecture adorned with the largest chandeliers found in Asia is worth given time to witness..” Optional Visit ka Mandir “An impressive element about this pilgrimage site is perhaps its attractive and classy architecture and the detailed artwork of the temple; you can see all that when you visit the Gwalior Fort complex. This is the tallest in the fort with an architecture amalgamation of the northern and southern styles. It is said to be as tall as about 100 feet and it resembles the temple of Pratihara , as a matter of fact, is a temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. ” Visit Sasbahu Temple “Sasbahu Temple, also called the Sas-Bahu Mandir, Sas- Bahu Temples, Sahastrabahu Temple or Harisadanam temple, is an 11th-cen tury twin temple in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.”

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Gwalior to Orchha, enroute visit Datia and Fort Gwalior to Datia: 101 km + Datia to Jhansi: 28 Kms + Jhansi to Orchha: 18 Kms Morning after breakfast drive to Orchha, on the way visit Datia and Jhansi. Peetambra-Peeth is a complex of Hindu temples located in the city of Datia, in the Madhya Pradesh state of the central India. It was, according to many legends 'Tapasthali' of many mythological as well as real life people. The shivlingam of shree Vankhandeswar is tested and approved by the Archaeological Survey of India to be of the same age as that of theMahabharata . It is primarily a place of worship. Shri Peetambara Peetha is one of the most famous temples of Baglamukhi which was established by Shree Swami Ji in 1920s. He also established the temple of goddess Dhumavati within the ashram. Dhumavati and Bagalamukhi are the two of the ten . India was attacked by China on October 20, 1962 in what famously came to be known as Sino-India war of 1962. when India and China were at war, the lord of Pitambara, the Mother, had given 51 Kundal Mahayagya of Mother Bagalamukhi to protect the country at the request of Military Officials and the then Prime Minister Nehru, It is said that China withdrew its forces with the final sacrifice on the 11th day. At that time spot built for the Yajna remains in Datia even today.

Visit Bir Singh Palace (Vir Singh Deo’s Palace) : “Built on top of a granite ridge, the 17th century Vir Singh Deo's palace at Datia consists of a three layered Day space, 80 meters square and approximately 40m high, with a 'palace-tower'— 3 capped by a mandap — at centre, middle ring of halls and fortified outer layer. The specialty of this palace is that it is of 7 floors. Jhansi is considered to be the gateway of the region of . It rose to glory during the rule of Chandelas but lost some of its sheen after the decline of their empire somewhere in the 11th century. Jhansi’s main claim to fame is its fiery queen Rani Laxmibai, who led the forces against the British in the first battle for independence in 1857. She was married to Raja Gangadhar of Jhansi but never bore him any children, a fact that was exploited by the British who wanted to force her into retirement but she retaliated in 1857 by trying to seize the . Jhansi Fort: The fort of Maharani Jhansi has strategic importance since the earliest of times. It was built by Raja Bir Singh Ju Deo (1606-27) of Orchha on a rocky hill called Bangra in the town of Balwantnagar (presently known as Jhansi). The fort has ten gates ( Darwaza). Some of these are Khandero Gate, Datia Darwaza, Unnao gate, Jharna Gate, Laxmi Gate, Sagar Gate, Orcha Gate, Sainyar Gate, Chand Gate. Among places of interest within the main fort area are the Karak Bijli Toup (Tank), Rani Jhansi Garden, Shiv temple and a “Mazar” of Ghulam Gaus Khan, Moti Bai and Khuda Baksh. The Jhansi fort, a living testimony of ancient glamour, also has a fine collection of sculptures which provide an excellent inside into the eventful history of Bundelkhand. Drive to Orchha, Arrival Orchha and night stay.

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Visit Orchha Today after breakfast drive out to explore the historic town of Orchha, nestled on the banks of river Betwa, was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Chief, Rudra Pratap. Here, the river Betwa splits into seven channels, also called the Satdhara. Legend goes that this is in honour of the seven erstwhile Chiefs of Orchha. Day The ancient town seems frozen in time, with its many monuments continuing to 4 retain their original grandeur even to this day. Here you will find some of the most fascinating temples and palaces that will help you realize a childhood fantasy – travelling back in time! Visit Jehangiri Mahal, The Raj Mahal, Ram Raja Temple and the Laxminarayan Temple, Rai Parveen Mahal, The Royal at Bank of . Late evening return to Hotel for a night stay.

Orchha to Khajuraho Orchha to Alipura: 92 km + Alipura to Dhubela 25 kms + Dhubela to Khajuraho: 58 Kms Morning after breakfast drive to Khajuraho, on the way stop over at Alipura Palace, after Alipura Palace move to Maharaja Chhatrasal Museum at Dhubela. “Maharaja Chhatrasal Museum is a museum located in an old palace at Dhubela, on the Chhatarpur-Nowgaon highway, in Chhatarpur District, Madhya Pradesh, India. This museum was established in September, 1955 in a palace built by Chhatrasal” Also visit Mastani Mahal, “The Beautiful palace was built by Maharaja Chhatrasal in about 1969 A.D. for her beautiful dancer ‘Mastani’. Bajirao Peshwa who became here after victory on Bangash he got married with Mastani. There are lot more stories related to Mastani in the region but none have proved yet. Day Mastani Mahal is connected with museum building and because beautification 5 work is in full swings these monuments looking more attractive” Late evening reach Khajuraho. Check in Hotel. Relax for some time and move to experience Sound & Light Show: The Light and Sound show on the Western Group of temples complex the reminds the life and times of the great Chandela Kings and mark out the story of the exclusive temples from the 10th Century to the present day. The 50-minute fascinating show is held in every evening and it runs in Hindi and in English. This fascinating light & sound spectacle evokes the life and times of the great Chandela Kings and traces the story of the unique temples from the 10th Century to the present day. HOURS English 6.30pm Oct-Feb, 7.30pm Mar-Sep Hindi 7.40pm Oct-Feb, 8.40pm Mar-Sep Late evening return to Hotel for a night stay. Over night at Khajuraho.

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Visit Khajuraho Morning after breakfast visit for local sightseeing of places in Western Group, Day Kandariya mahadeo, The largest and most typical temple is dedicated to Lord 6 Shiva, Chaunsath Yogini is the only granite temple and the oldest surviving shrine of the group. Eastern Group, Parsvanath, Ghantai temple, Adinath temple etc. In the evening return back to the hotel for dinner and night stay.

Today morning drive to Bandhavgarh. Afternoon Safari Khajuraho to Bandavgarh: 230 Kms Morning after breakfast check out from the Hotel and drive to Bandhavgarh, Arrival Bandhavgarh and, Check-in to the hotel. Relax for some time and move for Jungle Safari. “Experience the thrill and excitement of tracking The Great Indian Royal tigers. If your luck is with you than you can also spot the Striped Palm Squirrel, Common Langur, Jackal, Wild Pig, Chital or Spotted Deer, Barasingha or Swamp Deer, Sambar and Black Buck.” Day Post Safari return to resort- relax and move for a village Tour nearby villages for 7 photo shoot. relax for some time and enjoy the activities at Resort. 15th October to16th February to 01st April to 30th Safari Timings 15th February 31st March June 06:30 Hrs to 11:00 06:00 Hrs to 11:00 05:30 Hrs to 10:00 Morning Safari Hrs Hrs Hrs 14:30 Hrs to 17:30 15:00 Hrs to 18:00 16:00 Hrs to 19:00 Afternoon Safari Hrs Hrs Hrs

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Early Morning Jungle Safari (Optional) Check out and drive to Jabalpur. Bandavgarh to Jabalpur: 168 Kms Today morning you can again move for a Jungle Safari, later return to resort have breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Jabalpur, arrival and visit Bhedaghat. It’s a spellbinding experience to see the marble rocks accompany the graceful Narmada River in Bedaghat, Jabalpur. These tall mountains are known to magically change shapes as you sail along the river. The calm Narmada throws in a beautiful surprise as she descends a massive 98 ft. creating the spectacular Dhuandhar falls. While nature flaunts its beauty, the magnificent Chaunsath Yogini Temple, dedicated to the goddess , will take you back in time with its inimitable artistry. The beautiful sights of Bhedaghat will definitely put a smile on your face, bringing alive the child in you. Bheda Ghat is situated approximately 25 kms away from the city center. Clean, Day transparent and calm water of the Narmada bounded by the attractive rocks of 8 soft marble, are enchanting. It is believed that in the ancient times, a great saint Bhrigu Muni had meditated here, that is why, the name was Bhrigu Ghat. Later, with the passage of time which has now changed to Bhedaghat. There are 3 important tourist attractions in Bhedaghat: The Bhedaghat, Dhuandhar Waterfall & Chousat Yogini Temple. They all are spread in a stretch of approx 3kms and can be visited in a single trip. Bhedaghat is the site from where we can do the boatride in Narmada river and can see the natural marble rocks and do its photography. Dhuandhar is a small water fall where river water cascades down and generates water-fog. It is a photogenic point. Third important place to visit is Chousat Yogini temple, located in hill-top where we can see significantly carved Yogini statues of 10th century.It is popular as a venue for Narmada Mahotsava organized on full-moon night in Sharad Purnima festival. Later move to hotel check in, relax for some time and move to visit few more places like Madan Mohan Mahal, Balancing Rock Chowpatty (Street Food Market) etc. Late evening return to Hotel for a night stay.

Drive to Pachmarhi Jabalpur to Pachmarhi 248 kms Morning after breakfast at 09:00 AM check out from the hotel and drive Day Pachmarhi Arrival Pachmarhi check in resort, Relax and move to visit places like 9 Pandav Caves, Bada Mahadev and Gupt Mahadev (Need to track aprox 200 meters for each point from vehicle Parking), Priyadarshni, Handi Kho, Church and Lake (depending on the availability of time). In the evening return to Hotel. Night stay.

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Gypsy 0n sharing basis to visit Bee Fall, Dhoop Garh Carry spare clothes and Towels while travelling to Bee Fall Today morning post breakfast at 09:30 AM move to Explore Pachmarhi by Gypsy on sharing basis. Visit Jatashankar - The temple is an ancient worship center for the local tribes. One needs step down more than 150 uneven and rocky steps to reach the cave but it is worth the effort. The amazing rock formations in the Day shape of Shiv Jata, a crocodile and several Lingams are a natural wonder. Than 10 visit church & Museum (Sangrahalaya). Post lunch move to visit B-Fall, Charming waterfall & trail network in mountain surrounds with local vendors offering tea & snacks. It's a must visit water fall, but you must be ready to climb steady stairs numbering around 400-450, As walk till the water fall is through steep descent steps, we do not recommend it for very small children and elderly people. Later drive to experience the most mesmerizing view of Pachmarhi i.e. sun set at Dhoopgarh in the evening. After that return to the hotel for a cozy night stay.

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Depart to , On the way visit Bhojpur and Bhimbetika. Arrival Bhopal. Pachmarhi to Bhimbetka 160 kms Bhimbetka to , Bhojpur 30 kms, Bhojpur to Bhopal 28 kms, Today morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Bhopal. Bhimbetka is surrounded by the northern fringe of the Vindhya mountain range, Bhimbetka is also known as Bhima’s Lounge (Bhima was the second of the five Pandava princes in the Hindu epic ). A pre-historic site, its giant rock formation must have provided ample shelter to the ancient tribes that dwelt here. Recently, about 760 rock shelters of the Neolithic age (circa 8,000 b.c.) were discovered here. These shelters are decorated with picture writings, depicting the life and times of pre-historic cave dwellers. Some of the drawings in white are reminiscent of the cave paintings in Pachmarhi, making the Bhimbetka group an archaeological treasure trove, an invaluable chronicle in the history of man. Have your lunch on the way at any restaurant near Bhimbetika and drive to Bhojpur (Own Cost), “ Bhojpur” visit largest shivilng and World Heritage site, Arrival at Bhojpur after 1 hours. Visit Shiv Mandir. This shiv Mandir have the biggest shivling in world. It was founded by the king of , Raja Bhoj Day (1010-53) and was named after him which is about 28 km from Bhopal, Bhojpur is 11 famous as an archeological site because of its magnificent remains of Shiva Temple and Cyclopean dam. The temple is a simple square with outside portion of 66 feet, there are no re-entrant angles usual domes, though it is incomplete but has a magnificent soaring strength of line and is supported by four pillars. Like dome the pillars are also massive but they retain a remarkable elegance due to their tapering form. Divided into three sections the lowest is an octagon with facets of 2.12 feet, from which springs a 24-faced section. The doorway is richly carved from above and from below it is plain throwing sharp relief against the two exquisitely sculpted figures that stand on the either side. The other three sides are balconies each supported by massive brackets and four intricately carved pillars. The lingam in the sanctum rises to an awe inspiring height of 7.5 feet with a circumference of 17.8 feet. Set upon a massive platform 21.5 feet square and made of three superimposed limestone blocks, the architectural harmony of lingam and platform creates a superb synthesis of solidity and lightness. Due to reason unknown the temple was not completed and the earthen ramp used to raise it to dome level still stands. The temple is one of the finest examples of temple architecture of the12th and 13th centuries. Later drive to Bhopal, transfer to Bhopal Airport. Board on your onward flight. Your tour concludes with sweet memories of Madhya Pradesh.

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Visit Sanchi, Udaigiri and Gyraspur Bhopal to Sanchi: 48 Kms. Sanchi to Udaigiri Caves: 08 Kms. Morning after breakfast at 09:00 AM drive to Sanchi, on the way visit Islamnagar, 11 km away on the Bhopal-Berasia road, Islamnagar was the palace of Bhopal's Afghan rulers and was built by Dost Mohammed Khan. Formal gardens surround the palace and the pavilion. The latter a synthesis of Hindu and Islamic decorative art, has columns lavishly embellished with floral motifs. Other monuments to see are the Hamam of the Chaman Mahal and the double- storied Rani Mahal. Drive to Sanchi, Arrival Sanchi after 1-1 hours, Move to visit Sanchi visit local places like the World renowned Stupas, Monasteries, temples and pillars which was built in the reign of Mughal Emperor Ashoka in 300 BC. It is a excavated site which was rediscovered by British India officer General Taylor in 1818 but actual restoration work was initiated from 1912 to 1919 under the supervision of Sir John Marshall. Till year 1881, many amateur archaeologists and treasure hunters ravaged the site. It has been declared as UNESCO World Heritage site in year 1989. Amongst the many Stupas the most renowned is the Great Stupa 1 that was built by the Great Mauryan emperor Ashoka. Ashoka built a total of eight stupas at Sanchi in the 3 B.C. though today only three of the Stupas remain. These Stupas have the relics of Buddha like His teeth, hair and the shoulder bones. The Great Stupa 1 is a major attraction here. It is counted among must visit tourist attractions of Madhya Pradesh state in Day Central India. These monuments record the genesis, efflorescence and decay of 12 Buddhist art and architecture over a period of 1300 years. The , The caves are twenty rock-cut caves near , Madhya Pradesh from the early years of the 5th century CE. They contain some of the oldest surviving Hindu temples and iconography in India. They are the only site that can be verifiably associated with aGupta period monarch from its inscriptions. One of India's most importantarchaeological sites, the Udayagiri hills and its caves are protected monuments managed by theArchaeological Survey of India. Udayagiri caves contain iconography of Vaishnavism (Vishnu), Shaktism (Durga and ) and Shaivism (Shiva). They are notable for the ancient monumental relief sculpture of Vishnu in his incarnation as the man-boar Varaha, rescuing the earth symbolically represented by Bhudevi clinging to the boar's tusk as described in . The site has important inscriptions of the Gupta dynasty belonging to the reigns of Chandragupta II (c. 375-415) and Kumaragupta I (c. 415-55). In addition to these, Udayagiri has a series of rock-shelters and petroglyphs, ruined buildings, inscriptions, water systems, and habitation mounds, all of which remain a subject of continuing archaeological studies. The Udayagiri Caves complex consists of twenty caves, of which one is dedicated to and all others to . The Jain cave is notable for one of the oldest known Jaina inscriptions from 425 CE, while the Hindu Caves feature inscriptions from 401 CE. Late evening return to Hotel for a night stay

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Transfer to Bhopal Station/ Airport. Today early morning at 08:00 AM after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to visit few more places like Mahaveer Giri, Gohar Mahal , photo shoot stop over at Bada Lake, Manav Sangrahalaya, Tribal Museum and Birla Mandir . Tribal Birla Shaurya Van Vihar Sair Sapata Day Museum Mandir Smarak 13 07:00 AM to 12:00 PM to 12:00 PM to 07:15 PM,Till 09:0007:00 PM PM,11:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Friday Closed,PM Wednesday 10:00 PM Monday Closed Time changes. Closed Later transfer to Railway Station/ Airport. Tour Concludes.

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Inclusions Accommodation: • 2 Night stay at Gwalior on single/Double Sharing. • 2 Night stay at Orchha on single/Double Sharing. • 2 Night stay at Khajuraho on single/Double Sharing. • 1 Night stay at Bandhavgarh National Park on single/Double Sharing. • 1 Night stay at Jabalpur on single/Double Sharing. • 2 Night stay at Pachmarhi on single/Double Sharing. • 2 Night stay at Bhopal on single/Double Sharing. • 1 Room on Double Occupancy. Guide: • Half day Guide service at Gwalior and Khajuraho. Meals: • 12 Breakfasts + 12 Dinners: Buffet- as per Hotel norms when served at Hotels. • RO water will be served at the time of Breakfast, lunch or dinner. Transport: • Private AC vehicle from Gwalior to Bhopal on disposal basis from 09:00 AM to 08:00 PM. • All Railway Station and Airport Transfers as per the itinerary. • 1 Full day tour of Gwalior. • 1 Full day enroute tour of Orchha. • Enroute tour of Dhubela, Bhojpur and Bhimbetika. • 1 Half day tour of Khajuraho followed light and Sound show. • 1 Full day tour of Khajuraho. • Inclusive of Parking and Taxes. • 1 Gypsy on Private basis for Safari at Bandhavgarh National Park and Pachmarhi. Others: • Entry Tickets of all monuments, Museum and Fort at Gwalior, Datia and Orchha. • Tickets of Light and sound show at Gwalior and Khajuraho. • Entrance of temple. • Entry Permit for Bandhavgarh National Park and Pachmarhi. • The above rates are calculated on the basis of 02/04 travelling together. Exclusions • Air Tickets/ Train Tickets, Meals on Train. • Personal expenses or personal entertainment will be paid by client. • Any deviation from route plan. • Amusement Park charges and Museum Entry Tickets will be directly paid by client. • Anything other than mentioned in Includes.

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Payment Policy • Request to pay 50% advance at the time of booking, In case of Air package, 50% of Land package cost and full amount of Air Tickets cost should be paid as an advance. Balance/ Final payment 5 days prior to the date of commencement on Tour. • In the event of cancellation of tour / travel services due to any avoidable / unavoidable reason/s we must be notified of the same in writing or by text. • Last moment alterations in tour plan or any kind of extension due to any avoidable / unavoidable reason will be directly paid by Guest or will attract additional cost as per actual. • Air Tickets/Rail Tickets/Cruise Tickets/Bus Tickets cancellation charges will be applicable as per company norms. • In case of any Flight Cancellation before Departure/After Departure same Cancellation policy apply for Hotel and Land Part and Refund of Flight Part will depend upon receipt of refund from Airline & Travellers Planner/ Planet Dreamz Services Pvt Ltd does not have and liability for Same. • Once Hotel Booking is reconfirmed there is no refund / Cancellation. No Change / No refund in package if flight delays/cancel due to any reason.

Property Your personal property, including baggage, is your own responsibility at all times, unless any loss or damage is due to our negligence or failure to carry out our responsibility.

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• Nat Pear Tours and Travellers Planner a division of Planet Dreamz will not be responsible for civil disturbances, theft, accidents, natural calamities, traffic jam, delay train/bus/airplane and other such incidents beyond human control. • For all complaints, suits, claims or disputes of whatsoever nature relating to any products offered by The Travel Planners, will be under the exclusive jurisdiction of Court of Bhopal, M.P.

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What to visit in MP? “The Tiger State”

There are many destinations to explore in Madhya Pradesh as per your Interest.

Tour Type Destination Options Kanha Tiger Reserve, Bandavgarh Tiger Reserve, Panna Tiger Tiger Reserves Tour Reserve, Satpura Tiger Reserve, Pench Tiger Reserve and Sanjay- Dubri Tiger Reserve. Hill Station Tour Pachmarhi/ Mandu Temple Tour/ Religious: , Omkareshwar, Amarkantak, Chitrakoot, , Datia Bhopal, Khajuraho, Orchha, Gwalior, Mandu, Maheshwar, Sanchi, Heritage Tour: . Rock Painting Tour: Bhimbetika Rock Shelter, Kathotiya, . Fossil Parks: Ghughwa Fossil Park, Ashmadha Fossil Park. Eco Tourism Camp Site/ Kathotiya Jungle Camp, Kerwa Jungle Camp, Samardha Jungle Camp, Camp Stay/ Jungle Stay: Delawadi. Tawa Dam, Bargi Dam, Halali Dam, Hanuwantiya Tapu, Gandhi Sagar Dam Tour/ Back waters: Dam, Sailani Island. , , , Mandla Balaghat, Betul, Chhindwara, Tribal Tour: Patalkot. Textile Tour: Chanderi, Maheshwar, Bagh- Fort Tour Gwalior, Mandu, Orchha, Datia, Historical Tour Mastani Mahal-Dhubela, Samadhi Of Peshwa Bajirao-Raver, Architectural Tour , Khajuraho, Orchha, Gwalior 11 Nights 12 Days, 13 Nights 14 Days and 15 Nights 16 Days Narmada Yatra Parikrama packages for Narmada Prakrima Tour.

Best Time to Visit Madhya Pradesh ?

The summers are extremely hot from March to June, but if you are in for tiger spotting at the wildlife sanctuaries in Madhya Pradesh, March till June is the best time to do so. Head to Bandhavgarh, Kanha or Pench National Park to catch the royal predator at one of the watering holes to seek respite from the heat.

There are a few destinations which are best visited during monsoon fromJuly to September. Monsoon is a good time to visit Pachmarhi, Mandu and Chitrakoot. The jungles of Madhya Pradesh and the greenery all around replenishes the state adding new vigor to the surrounding.

Ideal weather to visit Madhya Pradesh is between October and early March. This is the time to enjoy the tourist destinations and attractions in Madhya Pradesh. This is the ideal time to visit the most popular destination in Madhya Pradesh.

Where to start from?

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Major Cities of Madhya Pradesh from where you can start your tours as per the connection available from your home town. Bhopal Indore Gwalior Ujjain Jabalpur Satna/Rewa

"Madhya Pradesh" means "Central Region" because is if located at Central of India in plains. Till year 2000, Madhya Pradesh was the largest state of India in area-wise but after creation of Chattisgarh state from Madhya Pradesh area, it become second largest state in area-wise and 6th largest state in population wise bordering Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan. Madhya Pradesh is well connected by Air, Train and Road

Air Connectivity: Madhya Pradesh has 4 major Airports Indore, Bhopal, Gwalior and Jabalpur. Khajuraho is the 5th airport of MP but with very limited flights and connectivity. Madhya Pradesh is well connected through many direct flights from all major cities of India like , Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkatta, Ahmedabad, Jaipur,Pune etc. or one can take a connecting flight too.

Railway Connectivity: Madhya Pradesh State is well connected by Indian railways network. Most of the major railway tracks passes through this state due to its central location. All important cities and tourist destinations are linked with direct trains to Madhya Pradesh like, Jaipur, Agra, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Ranthambore, Udaipur, Ahmedabad, Puri, Haridwar, Varanasi etc. There are number of railway junctions inside Madhya Pradesh like Itarsi, Katni, Bina, Indore, Ujjain, Gwalior, Chhindwara, Dewas, etc. Recently luxury tourist train called "Maharaja Express" has been started which passes through Madhya Pradesh station like Gwalior, Khajuraho and Umaria (Bandhavgarh).

Road Connectivity: Extensive network of National Highways and State Highways interlink in Madhya Pradesh and helps visitors in reaching the place by roads. These well-maintained highways easily connect Madhya Pradesh to the adjoining areas within and outside the state. If we consider the capital city of Bhopal as the center, then places like Gwalior (422 km), Indore (187 km), Sanchi (45 km), Agra (541 km), Jaipur (572 km), Khajuraho (387 km), Mandu (290 km) and Nagpur (345 km) can be easily accessed by road.

Madhya Pradesh State border touches 5 states i.e. Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Chattisgarh & Maharashtra. All these states are well linked from cities and towns of Madhya Pradesh by road.

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Corporate Office TRAVELLERS PLANNER Registered address: G-004, R.B. Tower, Chuna Bhatti, Kolar Road, Beside Dominos, Bhopal (462042), MP India Direct No: + 91 9009 222240 Land Line +91-755-40 94 805 +91-755-24 22 333 +91 9009222233 UK Channel Partner NAT PEAR TOURS UK Indore Branch Pune Branch in association TRAVELLERS PLANNER Khajuraho Branch TRAVELLERS PLANNER with Shop Number 17/1, Sukhniwas TRAVELLERS PLANNER Mont Vert Seville, Wakad, Pune - TRAVELLERS Roar, Opposite Western Group Of Maharashtra PLANNER Ranjeet Road, Temples, Khajuraho, Please write us at : Registered Sudama Nagar, Madhya Pradesh 471606 [email protected] address: Indore 452009. MP . India Please write us at : [email protected] 25 Roding Lodge [email protected] [email protected] Direct No: Ms. Rakhi : +91 Royston Gardens Direct No: Mr. Kapil : +91 8668993366 Ilford Essex Direct Number: Ajay +91 9926643023 +91 9009222233 IG1 3ST 9893617080 +91 9009222240 Contact: Dr. +91 9009222240 Mukherjee +447472033637 +91 9009222233

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