8N/9D Malwa & Bundelkhand Cultural Circuit - Holkar, Paramara & Scindia Legacy

Indore, Ujjain, Bhopal, Gwalior · 8 nights / 9 days · India

Holkar, Paramara & Scindia Legacy. Stay plan: Indore (2N) – Ujjain (2N) – Bhopal (2N) – Gwalior (2N). Arrive Indore, depart Delhi.

Day by day

1. Day 1 — Arrival at Gateway - Transfer to Indore

   Arrive at airport / railway station (Indore/Bhopal/Raipur/Jabalpur/Gwalior). Meet our tour representative and commence your journey to Indore. Check in at hotel/resort/wildlife lodge. The commercial capital and cleanest city of India: Rajwada Palace, 19th-century royal heritage, and bustling Khau Galli street food markets. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Indore.

   Overnight: Indore

2. Day 2 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Indore

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Indore. The commercial capital and cleanest city of India: Rajwada Palace, 19th-century royal heritage, and bustling Khau Galli street food markets. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Indore.

   Overnight: Indore

3. Day 3 — Indore to Ujjain Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Ujjain through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Ujjain and check in at hotel/lodge. One of the seven sacred holy cities of Hinduism: Revered Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple (famous for the Bhasma Aarti), Kal Bhairav, and Shipra River Ghats. Overnight stay in Ujjain.

   Overnight: Ujjain

4. Day 4 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Ujjain

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Ujjain. One of the seven sacred holy cities of Hinduism: Revered Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple (famous for the Bhasma Aarti), Kal Bhairav, and Shipra River Ghats. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Ujjain.

   Overnight: Ujjain

5. Day 5 — Ujjain to Bhopal Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Bhopal through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Bhopal and check in at hotel/lodge. The City of Lakes: Upper and Lower Lakes, majestic Taj-ul-Masajid, historical Bharat Bhavan, and nearby UNESCO Bhimbetka rock shelters. Overnight stay in Bhopal.

   Overnight: Bhopal

6. Day 6 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Bhopal

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Bhopal. The City of Lakes: Upper and Lower Lakes, majestic Taj-ul-Masajid, historical Bharat Bhavan, and nearby UNESCO Bhimbetka rock shelters. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Bhopal.

   Overnight: Bhopal

7. Day 7 — Bhopal to Gwalior Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Gwalior through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Gwalior and check in at hotel/lodge. Historic City of Forts and Palaces: Imposing Gwalior Fort (referred to as the Gibraltar of India), Saas-Bahu temples, and Jai Vilas Palace. Overnight stay in Gwalior.

   Overnight: Gwalior

8. Day 8 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Gwalior

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Gwalior. Historic City of Forts and Palaces: Imposing Gwalior Fort (referred to as the Gibraltar of India), Saas-Bahu temples, and Jai Vilas Palace. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Gwalior.

   Overnight: Gwalior

9. Day 9 — Gwalior to Delhi - Onward Departure

   Post breakfast and morning views, check out from hotel. Complete any final souvenir shopping (Chanderi sarees, Bastar bell metal handicrafts, or local artifacts) before proceeding on your return transfer to Delhi airport / railway station for your onward journey home.

Inclusions

• Accommodation in selected category heritage hotels, luxury wildlife resorts, or standard hotels on DBL/Twin sharing basis.
• Meal Plan as booked (EP: Room Only / CP: Breakfast / MAP: Daily Buffet Breakfast & Dinner).
• Private exclusive AC Vehicle (Sedan / SUV Innova / Tempo Traveller) for all airport/railway transfers, temple darshan transfers, jungle safaris, and inter-city travel as per itinerary.
• Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga (Ujjain) Special Bhasma Aarti coordination / VIP Darshan assistance where applicable.
• Dedicated 4x4 Jeep Safari permits and naturalist guides in Bandhavgarh, Kanha, Pench, and Panna Tiger Reserves.
• All driver allowances, toll taxes, state tourist road taxes, parking charges, and fuel charges.
• 24x7 on-tour coordination and dedicated Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh destination desk support.

Exclusions

• Airfare or Train tickets to/from Indore / Bhopal / Raipur / Jabalpur / Gwalior.
• Special temple pooja ticket costs, special darshan entry fees, or camera fees at religious shrines.
• Entry fees to monuments, museums, heritage palaces, or national park safari camera charges.
• Additional meals, room service, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone calls, or personal incidentals.
• Mandatory Gala Dinner supplements during Christmas Eve (24th Dec) and New Year's Eve (31st Dec).
• GST @ 5% applicable on overall billing invoice.
• Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like forest gate closures, road blocks, flight delays, strikes, or extreme weather conditions.