Culture in the heart of India 11D/10Nbeyonders2024-01-10T09:39:07+00:00
The heart of India, Madhya Pradesh has been inhabited for many centuries. The best part of it is that there are testaments and histories of these ancient settlements that are still visible in the form of forts and temples and sculptures to offer us with a fascinating glimpse of the ancient times, the people who lived then, their ways of life and the impact of those times on the culture of this land.
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Gaze in awe at the fascinating imageries and imaginations carved in stone in that ode to life, love and joy, the ancient Khajuraho temples (a World Heritage Site), the grandeur of the 16th century palaces and poignant history of Orchha, the forts and palaces of Gwalior which form a living heritage of heroism of a multitude of reigning dynasties and the 1000 year old temples of picturesque Chanderi and its exquisite sarees and brocades. Wind up this cultural feast with a couple of days in the 11th century city of Bhopal with the World Heritage sites of Sanchi (known for its stupas, monasteries, temples and pillars dating from the 3rd century BC to the 12th century AD) and Bhimbetka (famous for the rock shelters and painting that date back to the early Stone Age).
In case you crave for some relaxation amidst nature after this cultural and historical treat, you could opt for the additional module of a couple of days in Panchmarhi, a lovely hill town with its forests, valley, ravines, gorges and waterfalls, all girdled by the mountains of the Satpura range…
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Itinerary in brief
Day 1 - Khajuraho: Sound and Light Show
Arrive at Khajuraho by flight/train. Take in a bit of local sightseeing with the sound and light show that tells the story of the great Chandela Rajput kings and recreates the legend of the Khajuraho temples.
Day 2 - Khajuraho: Temple Complexes
Take a full day guided tour of the Khajuraho temples built mostly of sandstone dating back to the 10th and 11th centuries and stand amazed at the levels of detailing and imagination.
Day 3 - Orchha: Legacy of Bundela Rulers
Travel to Orchha. Enjoy a spot of local sightseeing at this legacy of the Bundela rulers who built beautiful temples here in the 16th and 17th centuries and the famous sound and light show at the exquisite tiered Jahangir Mahal.
Day 4 - Orchha: Shrines and Memorials
Go for yet another sightseeing in Orchha taking in the legends and history around the little shrines and memorials. Visit Gwalior. Enjoy the sound and light show at the famous Gwalior Fort with its stunning medieval architecture.
Day 5 - Gwalior: History and Culture
Take a sightseeing tour in Gwalior. Marvel at the forts and the history, the great singer Tansen’s Tomb, Raja Mansingh’s Palace and other monuments that are a legacy of the successive rulers of the Pratihara, Kachwaha and Tomar dynasties.
Day 6 - Chanderi: Picturesque Town
Head out to Chanderi and stroll around this lovely old town set amidst picturesque hills, lakes, and forests. Shop for the famous handicrafts and sarees.
Day 7 - Chanderi: History and Culture
Get ready for a day tour of the main attractions of Chanderi, the large Mughal-era Fort and the Jain temples dating back to the 9th and 10th centuries. Drive down to Bhopal.
Day 8 - Bhopal: Sanchi and Bhimbetka
Take in the famous sights of Bhopal Sanchi, famous for its ancient stupas, monasteries, and temple dating back to the 3rd century BC and Bhimbetka, India’s richest collection of prehistoric cave paintings dating back to the early Stone Age.
Day 9 - 10 - Pachmarhi: Mountain Getaway
Head out to the quaint hill station of Panchmarhi for some rest and relaxation. Visit the waterfalls, the magnificent forests and the cave shelters of Mahadeo hills with their paintings, dating back to the 6th-8th centuries.
Day 11 - Departure: Alvida!
Depart for Bhopal/Nagpur to catch flight/train after experiencing the rich Indian culture.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Accommodation with breakfast in selected category hotels on double occupancy.
- All transfers including Airport transfers as mentioned in the itinerary.
- All guided tours (group or private) and entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary.
Exclusions
- Taxes, as applicable (Currently the GST rate is @ 5%)
- International/Domestic Airfare, Visa Fees, Travel Insurance, vaccination charges etc.
- Payment Gateway charges.
- Personal expenses, such as laundry, telephone, drinks, tipping etc.
- All other services not specified in the itinerary.
- Tipping for guides, drivers, hotel staff, restaurant staff, boat staff, etc.
- Any add-on sightseeing/activities along with transfers if done other than those mentioned
in the tour program.
- Lunch and Dinner throughout the tour unless otherwise mentioned in the itinerary.
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