Historical Tour of Madhya Pradesh

Arrive Bhopal

Arrive at Bhopal Airport/Railway Station and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free for your own activity. Overnight stay at hotel.

Bhopal - Bhojpur - Bhimbetka - Bhopal

After breakfast drive to Bhimbetka, en route visiting Bhojpur. This place has the biggest shivling in the world. After visiting temples, enjoy to boat ride to cross the river and visit another temple. After visiting continue the journey to Bhimbetka. Bhimbetka here superimposition of paintings shows that the same canvas was used by different people at different times. The drawings and paintings can be classified under seven different periods. Later back to Bhopal. Overnight stay at hotel.

Bhopal - Sanchi - Khajuraho

After breakfast, drive to the Khajuraho, en route to visit Sanchi and witness the masterpieces of Buddhist Art which speak of the story of Emperor Ashoka’s becoming a follower of Buddhism. Sanchi is known for its Stupas, monasteries, temples, and pillars dating from the 3rd century B.C. to the 12th century A.D. The most famous of these monuments, the Sanchi Stupa 1, was originally built by the Mauryan Emperor Ashoka, the then governor of Ujjayini, whose wife Devi was the daughter of a merchant from adjacent Vidisha. Their son Mahindra and daughter Sanghamitra were born in Ujjayini and sent to Sri Lanka, where they converted the King, the Queen, and their people to Buddhism. Later continue driving to Khajuraho. On arrival at Khajuraho check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Khajuraho - Orchha

After breakfast, we take you for a sightseeing tour of Khajuraho temples. The trip is to the Eastern Group of Khajuraho temples. The morning begins on a celestial note as we shall traverse you to the mystic galleries of the fascinating temples of Khajuraho. The bold artistic statement of erotic sculptures and the splendidly structured monuments will surely leave eternal imprints on your heart.

Later drive to Orchha. On arrival at Orchha check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Orchha - Datia - Gwalior

After breakfast visit Orchha - Orchha is a small town placed on the banks of River Betwa and accurately translates to "hidden place "and is a well-known traveler Destination. Orchha is the residence to the Bundella style of structural design and the palaces of Orchha bear observers to the magnificent work of medieval architects. The famous amongst these are Raj Mahal and Jahangir Mahal. The Raj Mandir - built on a square base has plain external with projecting windows. The Jahangir Mahal, built to welcome the Mughal emperor Jahangir is a magnificent example of Hindu structural design. The other attractions include the Raj Mahal, The Sheesh Mahal, and the Chaturbhuj temple. Along with these, there are numerous Chhatris of royals or cenotaphs dotting the banks of the river Betwa.

Later drive to Gwalior via Datia. Datia is mentioned in Mahabharata as the Daityavakra. Datia is most famous for the 17th century, 7-storey hilltop Palace of Raja Bir Singh Deo. Among its main historical monuments Do not miss to see the temple with Mughal frescoes and the Gopeshwar Temple. On arrival at Gwalior check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Gwalior

After breakfast go for a sightseeing tour of Gwalior and visit the majestic Gwalior Fort and Saas Bahu Temple. The Gwalior fort spreads out over an area of 3 square km, surrounded by concrete walls of sandstone. The Gwalior fort encloses three temples, six palaces, and numerous water tanks.

Sas-Bahu temple, or Sahastrabahu Temple, built by King Mahipala of the Kachchhapaghata dynasty is a beautiful temple in Gwalior. The temple is a marvellous example of architectural brilliance and the intricate design is worth noticing. The entire temple is adorned with carvings and a beautiful idol of Brahma, Vishnu, and Saraswati. Overnight at Gwalior Hotel.

Depart From Gwalior

After Breakfast checkout and proceed to Gwalior Airport/Railway Station for your onward journey.