Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Upon arrival, after clearing immigration and custom’s, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
(Check-in at 1200 Hrs)

Day 2 : Delhi / Agra (203 Kms./ 04 hrs. apprx)
Following breakfast, half day combined city tour of Old Delhi & New Delhi.
Old Delhi: An ancient walled city.  Here you will drive past Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire: Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi; Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India; and Chandni Chowk, the bustling and colourful market of the old city. (Red Fort Closed on Mondays)
New Delhi. Our tour of New Delhi includes visits to such sights as Humayun’s Tomb (1586) and Safdarjung’s Tomb (1753) the Qutab Minar 72 meters high and one of the most perfect towers in the Persian world.  The Iron Pillar which has survived the vagaries of weather for over 1500 years.  Continue with a drive through Embassy area, the Government buildings (1921-1930)
After visit, drive to Agra
Upon arrival, check-in into your hotel.
Overnight at hotel

Day 3: Agra / Gwalior (123 Kms / 03 hra apprx)
Following breakfast, visit Taj Mahal and Agra city
Taj Mahal - is the medieval city of the famous 17th century masterpiece Taj Mahal, which of course is the most splendid of all buildings - perhaps the most perfect architectural monument in the world. It was built in the memory of the beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal of one of the greatest kings Shah Jehan of the Mughal Empire .
Agra City: is the medieval city of the famous 17th century masterpiece Taj Mahal, which of course is the most splendid of all buildings - perhaps the most perfect architectural monument in the world. Agra is not only famous for Taj Mahal but the impressive Mughal Red Fort known as the Agra Fort.
(TAJ MAHAL IS CLOSED ON ALL FRIDAY’S)
After visit, drive to Gwalior.
Upon arrival, check-in into your hotel.
Overnight at hotel

Day 4: Gwalior / Orchha (120 Kms / 03 hrs apprx)
Following breakfast, visit Gwalior: The splendor of this royal city is living since sixth century. Once upon a time the patron saint of the shepherds and cowherds, Gwallipa, cured a king of leprosy and thus the city got its name Gwalior on the saint. With the decline of Muslim power in Delhi, Gwalior fell under the sway the Marathas- Scindias assumed sovereign power. The Scindias, counted among the most glamorous of Indian princes, became famous of their wealth and were popular with successive viceroys because of their generous hospitality and cap acity to organize thrilling tiger shoots for visiting dignitaries.
Afternoon, drive to Orchha.
Upon arrival, check-in into your hotel.
Overnight at hotel

Day 5: Orchha / Khajuraho (180 Kms / 04 hrs  apprx)
Following breakfast, visit Orchha: The Bundela chief Raja Rudra Pratap (1501-31) chose an easily defended and beautiful site for his capital.  Set on the island on a bend in the Betwa River, it is elevated above the surrounding wooded countryside.  Once   capital of its own state, Orchha contains three palaces - The Raj Mahal, Rai Parveen Mahal, Jahangir Mahal - each built by succeeding Maharajas in a similar style and combining to form a complex as imposing as that at Udaipur. Also visit Ram Raja Temple & Chaturbhuj Temple.
After visit, drive to Khajuraho.
Upon arrival, check-in into your hotel.
Overnight at hotel

Day 6: Khajuraho
Following breakfast, visit Khajuraho Temples: The Eastern and Western Group Temples Founded in the 9th and 10th Century by the rulers of Chandela Dynasty, influenced by tantrism, in eroticism becomes a theme of philosophical interest and the aim is submlimation of sexual relationship in the sexual act or "Maithun", women being regarded as the incarnation of the divine energy or "Shakti". Itis also possible thatthe Khajuraho were influenced by "Kama Sutra". Among the temples to visit is the Kandariya Mahadeo, Chaunsat Yogini, Chitragupta temple, adinath Temples ,Vishwanath temple, andvarious other temples.
Afternoon free.
Overnight at hotel

Day 7: Khajuraho / Jhansi (185 Kms. / 4 hrs apprx)
          Jhansi / Bhopal     Train: 1235 hrs / 1655 hrs
Following breakfast, transfer to Jhansi Railway Station to connect train to Bhopal.
Upon arrival, check-in into your hotel.
Rest of the day free.
Overnight at hotel

Day 8: Bhopal
Following breakfast, excursion to Sanchi: Sanchi is a small town on the outskirts of Bhopal, situated around 48 km from the capital city. The town comes under the district of Vidisha. Sanchi is the living example of visions and beliefs of Emperor Ashoka. It is scattered with numerous Buddhist structures like pillars and stupas. Although the city is world known for these Buddhist sites, Sanchi does not have great significance or consequence in Buddhist history, though it is now considered as a pilgrimage town due to the monasteries that are present here. Emperor Ashoka came here and married the daughter of a local merchant. Sanchi thus became his center and he carried out the construction of many buildings. The Ashoka Pillar and the Great Sanchi stupa are the most exquisite works of that time. The Stupas were the earliest forms of Buddhist architecture that were the inspiration for many other buildings.
Along with the historical buildings, don't forget to visit the archaeological museum. It showcases the renowned image of four lions that once sat atop the Ashoka Pillar.
Afternoon, visit Bhopal : Bhopal, capital of Madhya Pradesh combines scenic beauty, historicity and modern urban planning. It is situated on the site of an 11th century city, Bhojapal, founded by Raja Bhoja. Bhopal today presents a multi-faceted profile; the old city with its teeming market places and fine old mosques and palaces still bear the aristocratic imprint of its former rulers; among them the succession of powerful Begums who ruled Bhopal from 1819 to 1926. Equally impressive is the new city with its verdant, exquisitely laid out parks and gardens, broad avenues and streamlined modern edifices. Jama Masjid. Gold spikes crown the minarets of this beautiful mosque built in 1837 by Kudsia Begum.Shaukat Mahal and Sadar Manzil .Situated at the entrance to the Chowk area in the heart of the walled city, Shaukat Mahal is an architectural curiosity. Its mixture of styles in Occidental idioms sets it apart from the predominantly Islamic architecture of the area. Taj-Ul-Masjid.The Taj-ul-Masajid is one of the largest mosques in Asia, built by Nawab Shahjehan Begum around a courtyard with a large tank in the center and with an imposing double storeyed gateway with 4 recessed archways and 9 imposing cusped multifold openings in the main prayer hall. The Quibla wall in the prayer hall is carved with 11 recessed arches, while the mimber is made of black basalt.
Overnight at hotel

Day 9: Bhopal / Indore (186 Kms / 04 hrs & 30 Min apprx)
Following breakfast, drive to Indore
Upon arrival, check-in into your hotel.
Afternoon, visit   Indore : Situated on the banks of the river Narmada, Indore is called the ' Mini Mumbai ' of India, and is the largest city in Madhya Pradesh. This bustling and vibrant city derives its name from the 18th century Indreshwar temple and was the seat of the Holkars-the former rulers of this erstwhile state. The place has long  been a home of cricketers producing international legends like the celebrated C.K.Naidu.
Rajwada (old Palace),The Holkar Palace (Rajwada) is close to the Chhatris, in the main square. It is a seven-storied building (only facade remains) built over two centuries and is built in a mixture of Maratha, Mughal and French style.
Lal Bagh Palace,Lal Baag  Palace is one of the grandest monuments the Holkar dynasty left Indore. A reflection of their taste, grandeur and lifestyle. Many royal receptions were held here. It has a total area of 28 hectares, and at one time it had the reputation of having one of the best rose gardens in the country.
Kanch Mandir , This Jain temple is an architectural marvel in glass. The walls, ceilings, floors, pillars and doorknobs are entirely inlaid with glass. Even paintings are done in glass. Atop is a special glass chamber which multiplies the three statues of Lord  Mahavira installed there into an indefinite number (said to be visible upto 21 times, corresponding to the 21 tirthankaras).
Chattri Bagh ,Chhatris are the tombs or cenotaphs erected in memory of dead Holkar rulers and their family members. The Chhatris picturesquely poised on the Khan riverbanks near Rajawada are incomparable in terms of Maratha architecture and sculpture of their period. At Chhatri Baag is the main collection of tombs housed in two compounds. Close by is the beautiful Bolia Sarkar's Chhatri constructed in 1858 AD in memory of Sardar Chimnaji Appa Sahib Bolia..Bada Ganpati , Better known for its size than antiquity, this temple houses perhaps the largest Ganesh idol in the world measuring 25 feet from crown to foot. Created as a result of the dream of an Avantika (Ujjain) resident, Shri Dadhich, it was built in 1875. Rest of the day free.
Overnight at hotel

Day 10:Indore / Mandu (98 Kms / 02 hrs apprx)
Following breakfast, drive to Mandu en-route visit Omkareshwar & Maheshwar:
Omkareshwar: is one of the most profoundly honored destinations in Madhya Pradesh. When the River Narmada separates into two, an island is formed. On this island known as Mandhata there are two temples that are dedicated to Omkareshwar and Amareshwar respectively. The island is shaped like the Om. The Omkareshwar Mahadeo Temple enshrines one of the twelve Jyotirlingams in the country. Since a particular variety of soft stone has been used in the construction of the temple, it has been possible to carve intricate designs in the front portion of the temple.
Maheshwar: Nestled along the banks of the holy river, Narmada, Maheshwar is a charming town in Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh. The word Maheshwar comes from Mahesh, a name of Lord Shiva. This temple town rests on the site of the ancient city, Mahesvari that was the capital of King Kartavirya Arjuna. Maheshwar finds its mention in the epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata. In the late eighteenth century, it became the capital of Rajmata Ahilya Devi Holkar, the legendary queen of famous Holkar dyna  sty. She adorned the city with beautiful buildings, temples, palaces and ghats.
After visit, continue your drive to Mandu.
Upon arrival, check-in into your hotel.
Overnight at hotel

Day 11: Mandu
Following breakfast, full day visit Mandu : Mandu situated on the edge of the Malwa Plateau and was dominated successively by Hindu and Muslim rulers. Mandu is also known as the city of joy. It was in the 10th century that Raja Bhoj founded this town as a retreat. It was taken over by the rulers of Delhi in 1304. The Mughals invaded as this place in 1401.The Afghan governor, Dilawar Khan established the kingdom of Mandu and with this started the golden era of this place. Mandu is a place where songs describing the love of poet-prince Baz Bahadur and beautiful singer Roopmati fill the atmosphere.  Balladeers sing songs of the romance and the Roopmati Pavillion overlooking the palace of Baz Bahadur stands as testimony to that as well. In the 13th century this place was also called Shahibabad. All over this place are spread ruins of Afghan Architecture.
The monuments of Mandu can be divided into three categories, which include the Royal Enclave, the central group and Rewa Kund group. The royal enclave includes Jahaz Mahal, Hindola Mahal. The central group has Hoshang Shah's tomb, Jami Masjid, Ashrafi Mahal and the Rewa Kund group has Rewa kund, Baz Bahadur palace, and Roopmati pavillion. Then there are some more monuments which are not kept in any of the groups this includes Nilkanth shrine and palace. Hathi Mahal, Darya Khan's Tomb, Dai Ka Mahal, Dai ki choti Bahan Ka Mahal and many other such monuments are worth giving a visit.
It's grandiose and remarkable architecture makes it one of the places having the most impressive collection of Afghan art in India.
Overnight at hotel

Day 12:Mandu / Aurangabad (335 Kms / 07 hrs apprx)
Following breakfast, drive to Aurangabad.
Upon arrival, check-in into your hotel.
Rest of the day free.
Overnight at hotel

Day 13: Aurangabad
Following breakfast, full day visit Ajanta caves & Ellora Caves:
Ajanta caves: Nestling in an inner fold of the Sahyardi hills, 100 km from Aurangabad in the shape of a mammoth horse- shoe, are the 30 rock-hewn caves of Ajanta. The Caves date from the 2nd century BC. Discovered in 1819 by a group of British army officers, these startling achievements took around 600 years to create. Carved with little more than a hammer and chisel, Ajanta, once the retreat of Buddhist monastic orders features several 'chaityas' (chapels) and 'viharas' (monasteries). The exquisite wall and ceiling paintings, panels and sculptures of Buddha's life are famous throughout the world as the earliest and finest. (Closed on Monday)
Ellora Caves: Impressive in their own right is the rock-hewn temples and monasteries of Ellora that lie just 30 km away from Aurangabad city. In all, there are 34 cave temples, 12 Mahayana Buddhist caves (550-750 AD), 17 Hindu caves (600-875 AD) and 5 caves of the Jain faith (800-1000 AD) 22 more caves, dedicated to Lord Shiva, were recently discovered. Kailas Temple (cave16), the central attraction at Ellora, is the most remarkable. Chiseled by hand from a single massive rock, it includes a gateway, pavilion, courtyard, vestibule, sanctum, sanctorum and tower which bear testimony to the excellence of Dravidian art. It is believed to have taken 7000 laborers, working in continuous shifts and 150 years to build. Ever since the first European visitors in 18th Century, Ellora has attracted chroniclers, antiquarians, scholars and in more recent years, ever- increasing number of tourists.(Closed on Tuesday)
Overnight at hotel

Day 14:Aurangabad / Mumbai(IC 888 1720 hrs / 1810 hrs)
Morning free.
(Check-Out at 1200 hrs)
Afternoon, transfer to Airport to connect flight to Mumbai.
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the International Airport to connect flight back home.
In Nunbai it'll not be included an hotel accomodation for this night.
On demand possible to arrange the overnight in an hotel near the airport.

Day 15: Depart Mumbai
Early morning departure by your flight to home.

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Our above package quotation includes:-

• Accommodation in Sharing Double room basis (13 nights) standard category of rooms as per the hotels quoted above or similar.
• Stay on bed and breakfast basis.
• Assistance and all transfers – airport / hotel / airport.
• Air-conditioned transportation as per the itinerary.
• Entrance fees to the monuments
• Local English speaking guide
• Train fare on 2tier air-conditioned sleeper class for Jhansi / Bhopal sector
• All current government taxes

Above quotation does not include:-

• Any Meal (Lunch or Dinner)
• Any airfare (Domestic & International flight)
• Visa fee & Airport tax
• Tips to the guide, driver, and restaurants
• Porterage at the airport and hotels
• Any expenses of personal nature such as, drinks, laundry, telephone calls, insurance, camera fees, excess baggage, emergency / medical cost etc.
• Any increase in costs beyond our control such as fuel and airfare increase, additional Government levies and taxes etc

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