9N/10D Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh Temple, Tribal & Jungle Odyssey - Cross-State Master Cultural Tour

Bhopal, Khajuraho, Bandhavgarh, Raipur, Jagdalpur · 9 nights / 10 days · India

Cross-State Master Cultural Tour. Stay plan: Bhopal (2N) – Khajuraho (2N) – Bandhavgarh (2N) – Raipur (1N) – Jagdalpur (2N). Arrive Bhopal, depart Raipur.

Day by day

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

   Arrive at airport / railway station (Indore/Bhopal/Raipur/Jabalpur/Gwalior). Meet our tour representative and commence your journey to Bhopal. Check in at hotel/resort/wildlife lodge. The City of Lakes: Upper and Lower Lakes, majestic Taj-ul-Masajid, historical Bharat Bhavan, and nearby UNESCO Bhimbetka rock shelters. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Bhopal.

   Overnight: Bhopal

2. Day 2 — 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

3. Day 3 — Bhopal to Khajuraho Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Khajuraho through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Khajuraho and check in at hotel/lodge. UNESCO World Heritage temple town: Renowned worldwide for medieval Nagara-style architectural masterwork temples featuring intricate erotic and spiritual sculptures. Overnight stay in Khajuraho.

   Overnight: Khajuraho

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

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Khajuraho. UNESCO World Heritage temple town: Renowned worldwide for medieval Nagara-style architectural masterwork temples featuring intricate erotic and spiritual sculptures. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Khajuraho.

   Overnight: Khajuraho

5. Day 5 — Khajuraho to Bandhavgarh Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Bandhavgarh through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Bandhavgarh and check in at hotel/lodge. Premier Tiger Reserve with the highest density of Royal Bengal Tigers: Jungle safaris around ancient Bandhavgarh Fort ruins. Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.

   Overnight: Bandhavgarh

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

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Bandhavgarh. Premier Tiger Reserve with the highest density of Royal Bengal Tigers: Jungle safaris around ancient Bandhavgarh Fort ruins. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.

   Overnight: Bandhavgarh

7. Day 7 — Bandhavgarh to Raipur Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Raipur through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Raipur and check in at hotel/lodge. Capital city of Chhattisgarh: Mahamaya Temple, Swami Vivekanand Sarovar, and gateway to tribal hinterlands. Overnight stay in Raipur.

   Overnight: Raipur

8. Day 8 — Raipur to Jagdalpur Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Jagdalpur through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Jagdalpur and check in at hotel/lodge. Heartland of Bastar tribal culture and pristine nature: Spectacular Chitrakote Falls (the Niagara of India), Tirathgarh Falls, and ancient anthropological tribal museums. Overnight stay in Jagdalpur.

   Overnight: Jagdalpur

9. Day 9 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Jagdalpur

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Jagdalpur. Heartland of Bastar tribal culture and pristine nature: Spectacular Chitrakote Falls (the Niagara of India), Tirathgarh Falls, and ancient anthropological tribal museums. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Jagdalpur.

   Overnight: Jagdalpur

10. Day 10 — Jagdalpur to Raipur - 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 Raipur 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.