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with Duration: 6 Nights/ 7 Days Tentative Tour Itinerary

Arrival Gwalior, Arrival and check in. Night stay. Arrival Gwalior Railway station, 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 Fort 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 1 6th century” later experience light and Sound show at Fort. Return to Hotel for a Night stay. 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 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 Madhya Bharat 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 processions. In fact, Moti Mahal has close similarities to that of Pune’s 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. Maharaja Jiwaji Rao Museum, which treasures the personal belongings of Scindia family. Besides, the palace’s European style architecture adorned with the largest chandeliers Day found in Asia is worth given time to witness..” 2 Visit Tomb of Tansen “One of the greatest musicians of India and en eminent vocalist in the courts of in the medieval period, Tansen was also among one of the nine gems of the Mughal court. Tansen was believed to create magic with his music and cause rains and even enchant animals by his music. He was a student of Mohammad Ghaus who taught him Hindustani classical music. He was a proponent of Dhrupad style and he developed the Gwalior Gharana style of music. He was buried near to his guru and this burial site is a beautiful piece of architecture. Annual Tansen music festival is held here every year in the month of November where prominent musicians from all over the country come and perform various classical shows. Visit Surya Mandir “Surya Mandir or Sun Temple located near Residency at Morar is one of the important religious centers in the historic city of Gwalior. Although not constructed long ago, it is among the most revered shrines in the ancient city. Late evening return to Hotel for a night stay.

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Gwalior to Orchha. Gwalior to : 129 Kms + Jhansi to Orchha: 18 Kms Morning after breakfast at 08:00 AM drive to Orchha OPTIONAL: 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, 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. Day The Jhansi fort, a living testimony of ancient glamour, also has a fine collection 3 of sculptures which provide an excellent inside into the eventful history of . Later drive to Orchha, Arrival Orchha, check in hotel, relax for some time at 08:00 PM drive to Ram Raja Temple “This beautiful Ram temple has an intriguing history behind it. The Idols which were supposed to be installed in the magnificent Chaturbhuj Temple were kept on the ground where this temple now stands. But once kept on the ground, the idols could not be budged. This marked the place holy and a temple was constructed where the idols were kept. Ram Raja Temple has a serene architecture, adorned with a marble courtyard and colorful walls” In India this is the only temple where Lord Ram is worshiped as a king and that too in a palace. A Guard of Honor is held every day, police personnel have been designated as Guards at the temple, much in the manner of a king.

Visit Orchha No early morning wake up, take a small walk to the bank of river Betwa, enjoy Day the nature and beauty of this small town, later post breakfast move to visit the 4 The Royal Chhatris at Bank of , Visit Mahal, The Raj Mahal, Rai Parveen Mahal than move to Laxminarayan Temple. Return to resort for a night stay.

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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 -Nowgaon highway, in , 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. Mastani Mahal is connected with museum building and because beautification work is in full swings these monuments looking more Day attractive” 5 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. HOURS

English 6.30pm Oct-Feb, 7.30pm Mar-Sep Hindi 7.40pm Oct-Feb, 8.40pm Mar-Sep

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. Late evening return to Hotel for a night stay. Over night at Khajuraho.

Visit Khajuraho Morning after breakfast visit for local sightseeing of places in Western Group, Kandariya mahadeo, The largest and most typical temple is dedicated to Lord Day Shiva, Chaunsath Yogini is the only granite temple and the oldest surviving 6 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.

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Visit Panna National Park , Khajuraho to Jhansi. Transfer to Jhansi Railway Station. Khajuraho Panna National Park: 30 KMs, Panna National Park to Jhansi: 203 Kms, Khajuraho to Gwalior: 281 kms Today early morning at 06 AM drive for Jungle Safari at Panna National Park, Arrival Panna National after 01 Hour.

Panna National Park is situated in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, at a distance of around 57 km from Khajuraho. The region, famous for Day its diamond industry, is also home to some of the best wildlife species in India 7 and is one of the most famous Tiger Reserves in the country. The park is known worldwide for its wild cats, including tigers as well as deer and antelope. Due to its closeness to one of the best-known Indian tourist attractions in India, Khajuraho, the park is recognized as an exciting stop-over destination.

By 10:30 AM after completing your safari drive back to Khajuraho, transfer to hotel check out at around 11:00 AM, Transfer to Khajuraho or Gwalior Airport/ Railway Station or Jhansi Jhansi Railway Station.

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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 Room on Double Occupancy. Guide: • Half day Guide service at Orchha, Gwalior and Khajuraho. Meals: • 06 Breakfasts + 06 Dinners: Buffet- as per Hotel norms when served at Hotels. • RO water will be served at the time of Breakfast, lunch or dinner. Transport: • By AC vehicle from Gwalior to Gwalior/Khajuraho/Jhansi on disposal basis from 09:00 AM to 08 PM. • 1 Half day tour of Gwalior. • 1 Full day tour of Gwalior. • 1 Full day tour of Orchha. • Evening visit of Ram Raja Temple. • 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 Panna National Park. Others: • Tickets of Light and sound show at Gwalior and Khajuraho. • Entrance of temple. • 1 Gypsy at Panna National Park for Safari all inclusive. • 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.

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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: Ujjain, Omkareshwar, Amarkantak, Chitrakoot, Maheshwar, Datia Bhopal, Khajuraho, Orchha, Gwalior, Mandu, Maheshwar, Sanchi, Heritage Tour: Indore. Rock Painting Tour: Bhimbetika Rock Shelter, Kathotiya, Bagh caves. 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. Jhabua, Alirajpur, Barwani, Mandla Balaghat, Betul, Chhindwara, Tribal Tour: Patalkot. Textile Tour: , Maheshwar, Bagh-Kukshi Fort Tour Gwalior, Mandu, Orchha, Datia, Historical Tour Mastani Mahal-Dhubela, Samadhi Of Peshwa Bajirao-Raver, Architectural Tour Mandav, 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 , Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Gujarat 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 Delhi, 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, Khandwa 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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