9N/10D Slow Travel Central India Grand Master - Leisurely Exploration of Madhya Pradesh

Ujjain, Bhopal, Sanchi, Pachmarhi, Kanha, Jabalpur · 9 nights / 10 days · India

Leisurely Exploration of Madhya Pradesh. Stay plan: Ujjain (2N) – Bhopal (1N) – Sanchi (1N) – Pachmarhi (2N) – Kanha (2N) – Jabalpur (1N). Arrive Indore, depart Jabalpur.

Day by day

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

   Arrive at airport / railway station (Indore/Bhopal/Raipur/Jabalpur/Gwalior). Meet our tour representative and commence your journey to Ujjain. Check in at hotel/resort/wildlife 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. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Ujjain.

   Overnight: Ujjain

2. Day 2 — 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

3. Day 3 — 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

4. Day 4 — Bhopal to Sanchi Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Sanchi through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Sanchi and check in at hotel/lodge. UNESCO World Heritage site: Ancient Buddhist complex featuring the Great Stupa commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE. Overnight stay in Sanchi.

   Overnight: Sanchi

5. Day 5 — Sanchi to Pachmarhi Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Pachmarhi through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Pachmarhi and check in at hotel/lodge. The only hill station of Madhya Pradesh nestled in the Satpura range: Bee Fall, Dhoopgarh sunset viewpoint, Pandav Caves, and Mahadeo hills. Overnight stay in Pachmarhi.

   Overnight: Pachmarhi

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

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Pachmarhi. The only hill station of Madhya Pradesh nestled in the Satpura range: Bee Fall, Dhoopgarh sunset viewpoint, Pandav Caves, and Mahadeo hills. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Pachmarhi.

   Overnight: Pachmarhi

7. Day 7 — Pachmarhi to Kanha Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Kanha through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Kanha and check in at hotel/lodge. Legendary National Park that inspired Rudyard Kipling's 'The Jungle Book': Sal forests, vast meadows, and barasingha swamp deer conservation. Overnight stay in Kanha.

   Overnight: Kanha

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

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Kanha. Legendary National Park that inspired Rudyard Kipling's 'The Jungle Book': Sal forests, vast meadows, and barasingha swamp deer conservation. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Kanha.

   Overnight: Kanha

9. Day 9 — Kanha to Jabalpur Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Jabalpur through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Jabalpur and check in at hotel/lodge. The Marble City along Narmada River: Bhedaghat marble rocks gorge boat ride, Dhuandhar waterfall, and Chausath Yogini temple. Overnight stay in Jabalpur.

   Overnight: Jabalpur

10. Day 10 — Jabalpur - Morning Sightseeing & 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 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.