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Explore some of the most
aesthetic-architecture to be found in India, splendid natural scenery, as well as renowned
pilgrimage sights, you are on a roll when you explore medieval India.
Day 01 – Arrive –Delhi
Arrive Delhi upon arrival you will be met by our representative and
transferred to hotel where we will be holding the rooms on ready occupancy basis.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 – Delhi
In the morning take a city tour of New Delhi covering Laxmi Narayan
Temple – The Place of Gods, India Gate - The memorial of martyrs, Parliament
House – The Government headquarters, Afternoon is to enjoy city tour of Old Delhi
covering Jama Masjid - The largest mosque in Asia, Red Fort - The red stone
magic, Gandhi Memorial – The memoir of father of the Nation. Also enjoy sound
& light show at Red fort. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 –Delhi
–Varanasi
In the morning transfer to airport to catch flight to Varanasi – The
mind soothing destination, on arrival transfer to hotel. In the afternoon take an
excursion to Buddhist town of Sarnath
– The hallowed spot where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon after
enlightenment. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 -Varanasi
- Agra
At dawn boat ride at River Ganges, followed by a city tour covering Alamgir
Mosque or Beni Madhav Ka Darera, Dasaswamedha Ghat , Benares Hindu University & The Bharat Mata Temple.
After that you will be transferred to Airport to catch flight to Agra. On arrival transfer
to hotel. In the afternoon visit Red
Fort – A massive structure on the bank of river, Tomb of Itmad-ud-daula’s
Tomb – The exquisite marble structure which was a forerunner of the Taj. Also
take an excursion to Fatehpur
Sikri – Better known as the deserted city of Mughal dynasty, it still retains
its magnificence. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 - Agra
– Khajuraho
Early in the morning visitTajmahal
– A beautiful poem written in white marble & the most extravagant monument ever
built for love, After that transfer to Airport for flight to Khajuraho. On arrival
transfer to hotel, In the afternoon a city tour covering Western / Eastern group of
Temples – The Temples at Khajuraho
are a unique gift to the world. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 - Khajuraho
– Orchha
– Gwalior
Today morning you leave Khajuraho for Orchha – Medieval legacy in
stone. Get off to visit Jehangir Mahal – The strong lined Palace counter
balanced by delicate chhatris and trellis work , Raj Mahal – The plain
exteriors give way to interiors with exquisite murals Ram Raja Temple – one of
the most exquisite in India, Chaturbhuj Temple – Built upon a massive stone
platform, later in the day drive to Gwalior. On arrival check in into hotel. Overnight at
hotel.
Day 07 –Gwalior
- Shivpuri
 Today you will
visit the magnificent Gwalior Fort – This Fort complex houses a marvellous
Palace, Man Mandir Palace, Sas Bahu Ka Mandir, Suraj Kund etc, the tombs of
Tansen and Ghias Mohammed, the Museum in Jai Vilas Palace – Better known as
the Jivaji Rao Scindia Museum which is the main attraction of the gigantic Palace and the
newly built Sun temple – Located on the outskirts and dedicated to Sun God.
Then drive to Shivpuri where you arrive in time for dinner & overnight stay at the
hotel.
Day 08 – Shivpuri
The day begins with a visit to elegant chhatris or cenotaphs of
Shivpuri. You also visit Bhadaiya Kund, a scenic spot noted for its natural mineral
spring. After lunch and rest, there is a refreshing visit to Madhav National Park (the
sanctuary is like a dream come true for wildlife patrons ). Overnight at hotel.
Day 09 - Shivpuri
– Ujjain
You leave after breakfast for Ujjain carrying your packed lunch. On
arrival check in into hotel where you will spend the night.
Day 10 - Ujjain
 After breakfast
enjoy sightseeing trip of renowned pilgrim centre. Visit Mahakaleshwar Temple
–The temple enshrines one of the 12 Jyotirlingams, Bada Ganeshji Ka Mandir
– The largest ornate statue of Ganesha makes this temple a popular picnic spot, Kaliadeh
Palace - The sacred river Shipra runs through this city of temples. Overnight at
hotel.
Day 11 - Ujjain
– Mandu
You depart after breakfast for Indore where you visit the unusual Kanch
Mandir – This Jain temple is very plain from outside but inside is completely
mirrored with pictures of sinners being tortured in the after life, and the Museum
– It has one of the best collections of medieval and pre-medieval Hindu Sculpture in
Madhya Pradesh. After lunch you carry on to Mandu, arriving in time for a relaxed evening
and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12 - Mandu
Mandu, The city of Joy, is full of legends of love and glory, specially
those of Baz Bahadur and the beautiful Roopmati. In Mandu, you visit several noteworthy
palaces and pavilions some of which are Ashrafi Mahal- The Palace of gold coins
& was conceived as an academic institution, Rewa Kund Group – it includes Rewa
Kund, and the Hindola Mahal (swinging Palace). Overnight at hotel.
Day 13 – Mandu
– Bhopal
After breakfast you leave for Bhopal. Enroute have your lunch at Indore
and arrive in time for tea at Bhopal. You enjoy a free evening to shop and relax.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 14 - >Bhopal
– Sanchi – Bhopal
After breakfast you leave for Sanchi – The ancient seat of
Buddhist learning. The places worth visiting are Archeological Museum – The most
interesting pieces are the lion capital from the Ashoka pillar, a yakshi
hanging from a mango tree and a beautiful Buddha figure in red sandstone. Great Stupa
– This is the finest work of art at Sanchi and amongst the finest examples of
Buddhist art in India. You return to Bhopal and spend time in this fascinating city. Visit
Taj-ul-Masjid – It is one of the largest mosques in India. Laxmi Narayan
Temple & Birla Museum. Overnight at hotel.
Day 15 -Bhopal
– Panchmarhi
You leave for Panchmarhi after breakfast. Enroute you visit Bhimbetka
where paintings in over 500 caves depict the life of the pre-historic dwellers in vivid,
panoramic detail. Enroute have your lunch.You arrive at Pachmarhi for a relaxed
evening and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 16 - Panchmarhi
Panchmarhi is surrounded by beautiful forests, full of breathtaking
waterfalls, serene pools and quiet glades. After a day's sightseeing you behold the sunset
at Dhupgarh, the highest point in the Satpuras.
Day 17 - Panchmarhi
–Jabalpur
After breakfast, you leave for Jabalpur with packed lunch from tourist
motel Pipariya. You reach Jabalpur in time for dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 18 - Jabalpur
– Mumbai
Today you will be transferred to station to board train to Mumbai.
Overnight in train.
Day 19 - Departure - Mumbai
On arrival we will transfer you to hotel where we will be holding a few
rooms for wash and change. In the afternoon enjoy a short city tour of Mumbai followed by
dinner and departure transfer to International Airport to board flight back home.
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