Gwalior - Orchha - Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh - Jabalpur - Panchmari - 09 Nights/10 Days
Gwalior’s tradition as a royal capital continued until the formation of present day India, with the Scindias having their dynastic seat here. The magnificent mementoes of a glorious past have been preserved with care, giving Gwalior an appeal unique and timeless. Gwalior’s history is traced back to a legend. In 8 A.D, a chieftain called SurajSen was stricken by a deadly disease. He was cured by a hermit saint, Gwalipa, and in gratitude founded a city which he named after the saint who had given him the gift of new life. The new city of Gwalior became, over the centuries, the cradle of great dynasties and with each, the city gained new dimensions from warrior kings, poets, musicians and saints, contributing to making it a capital renowned throughout the country.
Orchha was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Rajput chieftain, RudraPratap, who chose this stretch of land along the Betwariver as an ideal site for his capital. Of the succeeding rulers, the most notable was Raja Bir Singh JuDeo who built the exquisite JehangirMahal, a tiered palace crowned by graceful chhatris. From here the view of soaring temple spires and cenotaphs is spectacular. Complementing the noble proportions of their exteriors are interiors which represent the finest flowering of the Bundelaschool of painting. In the Laxminarayan Temple and Raj Mahal, vibrant murals encompassing a variety of religious and secular themes, bring the walls and ceilings to rich life. Strewn around the area are the little shrines and memorials, each with its own poignant history, each contributing to the nostalgic beauty that is Orchha.
Khajuraho is a famous tourist and archaeological site known for its sculptured temples dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Jain patriarchs. Khajuraho was one of the capitals of the Chandela kings, who from the 9th to the 11th century CE developed a large realm, which at its height included almost all of what is now Madhya Pradesh state. Khajuraho extended over 21 sq. km and contained about 85 temples built by multiple rulers from about 950 to 1050. In the late 11th century the Chandela, in a period of chaos and decline, moved to hill forts elsewhere. Khajuraho continued its religious importance until the 14th century (IbnBatuta was impressed by it) but was afterwards largely forgotten; its remoteness probably saved it from the desecration that Muslim conquerors generally inflicted on Hindu monuments. In 1838 a British army captain, TS Burt, employed by the Asiatic Society in Calcutta, came upon information that led him to the rediscovery of the complex of temples in the jungle in Khajuraho.
Panna National Park is situated in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, at a distance of around 27 km from Khajuraho. The Panna National Park is home to some of the best wildlife species in India and is one of the better Tiger Reserves in the country. The park is known worldwide for its wild cats, including tigers as well as deer and antelope. The landscape of this rocky and uneven terrain is covered by scrubby vegetation and grass. Fauna of this park includes, apart from the tiger; striped hyena, wolf, chital, sloth bear, chinkara, and sambar.
Bandhavgarh National Park is spread over an area of 448 sq kms and has vast stretches of grasslands spread over 32 hills. It boasts of the one of highest density of tigers in the world, besides healthy population of Cheetal, Sambhar and Barking Deer. Bandhavgarh Fort scattered with remnants of the past forms the heart of the park and offers breathtaking views of the forest all around it.
Bhedaghat is a town in jabalpur district in the state Madhya Pradesh. It is situated by the side of river Yamini and is approximately 20 km from Jabalpur city. Its most famous sights are the Dhuandhar Falls, Marble Rocks, and the Yamini Veena temple.
Its major attraction is a waterfall known as Dhuandhar Falls, which looks like smoke coming out of the river and therefore it got its name as “Dhuan(smoke)-dhar(flow of water)”. Another major attraction is ‘Bandar Kodini’, when one travels in between the marble rocks in a boat, the mountains at both the sides at one point come so close that the monkeys are able to jump across them, hence the name “Bandar Kodini”. In a moonlit night, the travel between the marble rock mountains in a boat on the river Narmada is one of the popular tourist attractions here. Bhedaghat is famous for its jumpers.
Pachmarhi, Situated at 1100 m, popularly known as ‘Satpura ki Rani’ (Queen of Satpura), sits beautifully, embellished by nature and history, amidst the Satpura range. Legend says the Pandava brothers visited Pachmarhi during their exile.This beautiful region in the hills, was discovered by Captain James Forsyth in 1857. This most popular hill station of Madhya Pradesh is a treasure with ancient caves of the Buddhist era residing in harmony with serene waterfalls. Pachmarhi is sure to make you feel calm, the way you felt when you put your bare feet on the garden grass for the first time, as a child.
Day 01 :- – Gwalior
Arrive at Gwalior by train/Flight you will be received by the representative of UTCI and would be further assisted & transferred to your pre booked hotel. After Lunch Half day sight seen for Gwalior fort and rest of the places in Gwalior like TelikaMandir, Sasbahukamandir etc. overnight at the hotel.
Day 02:-– Gwalior – Orchha (120 KMS/ 3 HRS by car)
Morning after breakfast visit Jai villas palace then drive to Orchha, on the way to Orchha visit Datia Palace or Sonagiri ( Jain Temple) On arrival check in to your pre booked hotel , Evening light and sound show Or Ram Raja Temple Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 03 : – Orchha
Morning After breakfast full day sight seen for Orchha fort a nd palace and Laxmi Narayan temple, Sun set by the river next to charti area. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day04 :- Orchha – Khajuraho ( 190 KMS/ 4 HRS by Car)
Morning After breakfast full day sight seen for Orchha fort a nd palace and Laxmi Narayan temple and transfer to Khajuraho arrive at your pre booked hotel evening light and sound show, overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 05 :- – Khajuraho
After breakfast Full day tour proceed on a temple tour visiting the Kandariya Mahadeo Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The other temples of interest are Chausath Yogini, Chitragupta etc. each with its own history and presiding deity. You can visit Raneh fall and ghariyal sanctuary as well. overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 06 :- – Khajuraho – Panna ( 27 KMS/ 45 minutes by Car)
After breakfast Around 12 Noon drive to Panna National park and check-in to your pre booked wildlife lodge. Evening enjoy boat safari in Panna National Park. overnight stay at the wildlife lodge.
Day 07 – Panna – Bandhavgarh National Park ( 250 KMS/ 5 ½ HRS by Car)
Morning breakfast Jeep Safari in Panna National park Around 12 Noon transfer to Bandhavgarh. Arrive at your pre booked hotel Rest day enjoy the nature around the lodge. overnight stay at the wildlife lodge.
Day 08:– Bandhavgarh National Park
Morning Or evening jeep safari in Bandhavgarh National park overnight stay at the wildlife lodge.
Day 09 :- – Bandhavgarh National Park- Bhedaghat ( 210 KMS/ 4 ½ HRS by Car)
Morning breakfast drive to Bhedaghat, Evening visit Bhedaghat and do boating on Narmada river. overnight stay at the hotel
Day 10 :- Bhedaghat – Jabalpur ( 30 KMS/ 1 HRS by Car)
Morning after breakfast transfer to Jabalpur Airport /station further Connections
* Return home with happy memories. The tour will culminate here.
Place Name | Nights | Meal Plan | Hotels in Deluxe 3 star package | Hotels in Luxury 4 star package |
Gwalior | 1 | CPAI | Tansen Residency /Landmark | Deobagh / Radisson |
Orchha | 1 | CPAI | Raj Mahal / Betwa Cottage | Amarmahal / Orchha Palace |
Khajuraho | 2 | CPAI | MPT Jhankar/ MPT Payal | Radisson/ Ramada |
Bandhavgarh | 2 | APAI | Tiger Garh / Aranyak | Bandhav Villas/ Syna tiger resort |
Bhedaghat/Jabalpur | 1 | CPAI | MPT Marble Rocks/ MPT Kalchuri* | Vijan Mahal |
Panchmari | 2 | CPAI | MPT Amaltas/ MPT club view | Golf View |
Cost Includes:-
- Hotel Accommodation.
- All Meals and morning and evening tea/coffee service in wild life resort (in Bandhavgarh ) .
- With breakfast only in heritage place and leisure accommodation (in Gwalior, Orchha ,Khajuraho, Bhedaghat & Pachmarhi).
- One Jeep Safari in Bandhavgarh National Park .
- One Jeep for Full Day SS in Panchmari .
- OnAll Sightseeing and transfer by AC Innova car.
- All applicable taxes such Driver Allowance, Toll charges, parking charges etc.
Cost Excludes:-
- Airline/Railway tickets.
- Camera and entry ticket of any of the monuments in Khajuraho, Gwalior , Orchha and Bhedaghat.
- Guide charge in Gwalior, Orchha and Khajuraho.
- Boat charge in Bhedaghat.
- Light and sound show ticket in Gwalior, Orchha and Khajuraho.
- Expenses like Laundry, Telephone, Bottled water, soft and alcoholic beverages, tips, etc.
- Unspecified meals and services.
- Bottled water, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
- Tips, portarage and gratuities.
- Anything that is not included in the inclusions list (refer above)
Terms & Conditions.
Cancellation Policy: As per the hotel cancelation charge. We will not charge any amount in case of cancelation for transport guide, entry ticket 7 days before tour date. ETC.
