Madhya Pradesh with Khajuraho

Cities Covered:

• Gwalior                       : 2 Night
• Orchha /Jhansi           : 1 Night
• Khajuraho                   : 2 Nights
• Chanderi                     : 1 Night
• Sanchi / Bhopal           : 1 Night

Highlights:

• Gwalior sightseeing with Gwalior Fort
• Visit Mitawali & Padawali With Bateshwar Temples
• Visit Datia Fort & Jhansi Fort
• Orchha local sightseeing
• Khajuraho sightseeing with Western group of temple and Eastern group of temple
• Chanderi sightseeing with Chanderi Fort & Chanderi museum
• Sanchi Sightseeing with Sanchi Stupa & Udaigiri Caves
• Bhopal Local Sightseeing Laxmi Narayan Temple & Bharat Bhavan

Meals:

• 07 Breakfast at Hotel
• 07 Dinner at Hotel

Day 1:- Arrive Gwalior. Visit Gwalior Fort.

(Dinner)

Arrive Gwalior Airport / Railway Station. Transfer to Hotel & Check in.

Afternoon sightseeing tour of the historic Gwalior fort. This fort was built in 8th century CE by Raja Maan Singh Tomar. Important buildings housed inside are Gurjari Mahal and Man mandir. This fort is built on a steep hill called Gopachal.

Gurjari mahal was built by Raja Man Singh for his gurjari wife called Mrigyanayani. This palace has been changed into a museum and it contains artifacts of Jain and Hindu religion.

Man Mandir was also built by Raja Man Singh and has beautiful art work on its walls.

Other noteworthy structures are Hathipol, Teli ka mandir, Sas bahu ka mandir, Garuda monument, Karan mahal, Vikram mahal and a magnificent Sikh temple built in memory of sixth Sikh guru Sri Guru Hargobind sahib.

Later back to hotel.

Day 2:- Visit Mitawali & Padawali With Bateshwar Temples.

(Breakfast & Dinner)

Today After breakfast proceed for Full Day Visit Mitawali & Padawali With Bateshwar Temples.

Mitawali: Situated at about a distance of 30kms from Gwalior, Mitawali gives a refreshing twist for those, who seek something new while visiting Thousand-year-old heritage of India.

Mitawali’s “Chausath yogini mandir” or “Temple of 64 goddesses” , having a structure similar to Indian Parliament, with a circular Courtyard, having Lord Shiva at its Centre, and 64 small rooms at its periphery, gives a new understanding of architecture, different from monotonous structures of temples, we are used to visit.

Padawali: Situated at about 5 kms from Mitawali, Padawali is known for It ruins and Small Fortress, however, having Little to offer in terms of Spectacle. Padawali boasts of its Title of “Mini khajuraho”.

Bateshwar Temples: Bateshwar Temples situated near Padawali, are said to be made in 8 – 10 century, Having Lush green environment, Place boasts of its Architectural magnificence. Most of the temples here are devoted to Lord Shiva.

In the evening, back to hotel.

Day 3:- Depart Gwalior / Arrive Orchha Via Datia Fort & Datia Shakti Peeth.

(Breakfast & Dinner)

After breakfast, checkout from hotel and transfer to Orchha, Via Datia Fort & Datia Shakti Peeth.

Datia Fort: Datia Palace, also known as Bir Singh Palace or Bir Singh Dev Palace.The specialty of this palace is that it is of 7 floor. This Palace was made by spending 35 Lakh Rupees (78 thousand us dollars) and it took nine years to build it. It is situated on an isolated rock on the western side of the city Datia.

Jhansi Fort: The construction of the fort is ascribed to the Bundela Rajput chief and the ruler of the kingdom of Orchha Veer Singh Ju Deo Bundela in 1613.It was one of the strongholds of the Bundelas. The fort standing in the hilly area shows the north Indian style of fort construction, where most of the forts were built upon rocks as their primary defence.

Notable sights in the fort are the Shiva temple, Ganesh temple at the entrance, and the Kadak Bijli cannon used in the uprising of 1857.

Later arrive Orchha hotel and check in.

Day 4:- Orchha Sightseeing. Depart Orchha / Arrive Khajuraho.

(Breakfast & Dinner)

After breakfast, checkout and Visit Orchha Sightseeing.

It is famous for ancient architectural monuments, historical palaces and beautiful temples. Orchha Fort Complex is a must visit here; it comprises of the Jehangir Mahal, Raja Mahal, Ram Raja Temple, Rai Praveen Mahal, Laxminayaran Temple and Phool Bagh, which are well-known for their rich history.

You can also pay a visit to the Chaturbhuj Temple and the Chhatris of Orchha, which are Cenotaphs situated on the banks of river Betwa. Those who love wildlife and boating, will really enjoy their time at the Orchha Nature Reserve etc.

Arrive Khajuraho and check in to hotel.

Day 5:- Khajuraho Visit for Western group of temple and Eastern group of temple.

(Breakfast & Dinner)

After breakfast visit for western group of temple and eastern group of temple.

Western Group of Temple: On the main road, beside the path leading to the Matangeshwar Temple is the A.S.I counter where you must purchase a ticket to visit the western group of temples in this complex and the museum on the opposite side.

Eastern Group of Temple: A kilometer towards the east from the western group of Temples is the khajur sagar and the old village of Khajuraho. On one of the paths to the village is a modern whitewashed structure with a large orange – red statue within.

The rest of the evening is at leisure to explore the local shops and market.

(Morning or afternoon guest can add Panna Park Safari also optional at your own)

Day 6:- Depart Khajuraho. / Arrive Chanderi. Chanderi Sightseeing.

(Breakfast & Dinner)

Today after breakfast check out and proceed for Chanderi.

Chanderi is a town of historic importance right from the time of Malwa Sultans and Bundela Rajputs, who ruled the region in 15th and 16th century. Surrounded by exotic hills, lakes, and forest, this attractive destination is incredibly famous for Chanderi saris and historic monuments that draw a large number of tourists to this place every year.

Also, the great Jain monuments and their fascinating culture make Chanderi, one of the most proffered tourist destinations in Madhya Pardesh.

There are many things that boost Tourism in Chanderi like Chanderi Fort, Chanderi museum, Jain palaces, and exquisite lakes.

Day 7:- Depart Chanderi / Arrive Sanchi. Udaygiri Caves.

(Breakfast & Dinner)

Today after breakfast check out from the Hotel and drive to Sanchi / Bhopal.

Visit Sanchi. A beautiful city that is popular for a lot of things. This is a quaint and small city in proximity to Bhopal. About 50km from the city, you will reach the infamous Sanchi Stupa which will take not more than a couple of hours

Afternoon visit Udaigiri Caves. Udaigiri Caves have a remarkable collection of sculptures that were carved into the rocks around the 4th and 5th centuries.

Day 8:- Morning Bhopal Sightseeing. Depart Bhopal / Transfer to Airport.

(Breakfast)

After breakfast check out from hotel

Proceed for local sightseeing of Bhopa and enjoy the beauty of Upper lake, Lower lake.

Visit Van Vihar, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Bharat Bhavan and Government Archaeological Museum, Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya.

Later transfer to Airport / Railway station for your journey back home.