Bhopal → Sanchi → Bhimbetka → Bhojpur → Orchha → Khajuraho
Heritage Tour of Madhya Pradesh
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The land of Madhya Pradesh is termed as the ‘heart of India’ not only because it is centrally located but also because it is home to all the various cultural heritages that Islam, Jainism, Buddhism and Hinduism have to offer.
You will come across several significant monuments; Stupas and temples that are intricately carved; and palaces and forts within the boundaries of the region. There is an equal amount of variation in the flora and fauna of the land. Despite being predominantly a plateau based area, it is filled with forests like the ‘Satpura’, the ‘Vindhya-Kaimur’, the ‘Baghelkhand’ plateau and the ‘Maikala’ ranges. This state offers a picturesque setting with meandering rivers, fascinating mountain ranges and large, dense forests that include a panoramic view of the wildlife here. Madhya Pradesh boats of being named the ‘Tiger State of India’ owing to favourable geographic and climatic conditions for the ‘Leo Tigers’, an endangered species. You can spot these amazing royal animals in the Vindhya-Kaimur hill ranges and the Mahanadi and Narmada river banks. This region also houses the largest tribal population concentration in India which is estimated to go well over 22 million. Thus, the land of Madhya Pradesh is compelling in every way for a visit.
About The Package:
Namaste India Trip organizes a special holiday package for travellers interested in visiting the forested land of Madhya Pradesh. This exclusive package gives you the opportunity to explore the various exquisite and historically significant monuments of this region including the Sanchi Stupa erected by Emperor Ashoka. You can also enjoy the beauty of nature as you move deeper into the forests and come face-to-face with the wildlife here. The natives of Madhya Pradesh along with the pre-historic caves of this area will also be covered in this trip. The professional touch of Namaste India Trip makes each and every tour package ideal for a traveller. All the important aspects of a trip are prioritized to the smallest detail for the comfort and safety of the customers. This well-established online travel agency also makes provisions for customizing the tour packages to fit your financial expenses so that you get to enjoy the trip without any problems.
| Day | Tour Program | Distance / Time | Major Highlight / Sightseeing | Meals | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Bhopal Arrival | Local / 4–8 hrs | Bhopal, Bhopal city sightseeing, Sanchi Stupa and Udayagiri Caves | Dinner | Bhopal |
| 02 | Sanchi and Udayagiri Tour | Local transfer | Sanchi, Udayagiri, Sanchi Stupa and Udayagiri Caves | Breakfast & Dinner | Sanchi |
| 03 | Bhopal to Pachmarhi via Bhojpur | Approx. 175 km / 3.4 hrs | Bhopal, Bhojpur, Pachmarhi | Breakfast & Dinner | Pachmarhi |
| 04 | Pachmarhi Sightseeing | Local / 4–8 hrs | Pachmarhi, Bhopal city sightseeing, Sanchi Stupa and Udayagiri Caves | Breakfast & Dinner | Pachmarhi |
| 05 | Pachmarhi Departure | Departure transfer | Pachmarhi, Sanchi Stupa and Udayagiri Caves, Pachmarhi caves and viewpoints | Breakfast | Tour Ends |
You will be picked up by the Namaste India Trip representative from the nearest railway station/ airport and driven to Bhopal where you will be checked into a hotel. After breakfast and freshening up you will drive further to Sanchi which is 46km away from Bhopal (eastwards). Sanchi is a prime pilgrimage site for Buddhists where Ashoka the Great built a column and a Stupa in the 3rd century. It was enlarged by other rulers later on and once Buddhism declined in India the place was nothing but ruins. In the 20th century the Stupas were reconstructed and today a park plus museum stands here, being counted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your next stop will be 18km from Sanchi and Udaygiri where you can visit the famous ‘rock cut’ caves constructed under the reign of the Guptas during the ‘Golden Age’. Post lunch you can get back to Bhopal to visit the ‘Government Archaeological Museum’, the ‘Van Vihar’, the ‘Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya’. On the way back to the hotel you can photo-shoot at the VIP road, the ‘Gohar Mahal’ and the ‘Birla Mandir’ (Laxmi Narayan). Stay overnight at the Bhopal hotel.
On day 2 post breakfast you will leave for Bhojpur which is 28km journey covered in an hour. The famous ‘Shiv Mandir’ here is said to possess the biggest ‘Shivling’ in the entire globe. From here you will move onto Bhimbetka, 35km away. This place is surrounded by the Vindhyas and is known as the ‘Bhima’s Lounge’ (who was one of the five Pandavas in the Mahabharata epic). The gigantic rock-formations of this pre-historic site are supposed to have provided shelter to the ‘ancient tribes’ of this region. The shelters are found to be adorned with pictographic writings showing the times and life of the pre-historic dwellers of these caves. Next you will drive to Pachmarhi to view more of these pre-historic caves which are treasured as archaeological elements. Check into the hotel at Pachmarhi after a 4-hour drive. Stay the night in this hotel.
On this day after a late breakfast you can leisurely get ready for local tourist spots including the ‘Pandav Caves’, the ‘Mahadev’, the parks and churches, the ‘Chauragarh’ and the ‘Handi Kho’. Get back to your hotel in Pachmarhi for a sumptuous dinner followed by night stay.
On this day you will leave for the ‘Be Fall’ in Dhoopgarh with a towel and an extra pair of clothes. On the way you can stop at some of the places for viewing the amazing landscape. You will also cover Jatashankar on way and after a splendid time in the ‘Bee Fall’ you will get back to Pachmarhi to spend the night.
After a lovely breakfast at Pachmarhi you will be assisted back to Bhopal (270km/ 4 to 5 hours). From here you can leave for your destination with unforgettable memories.
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Pearl millet (bjra), rice, whole-wheat flour (aa), and a variety of lentils such as masoor (most often red lentils), tuer (pigeon peas), urad (black gramme), and moong are staple foods in Indian cuisine (mung beans). Lentils can be used whole, dehusked (such as dhuli moong or dhuli urad), or split.
The Satpura Range is a hill range in central India. The range begins in eastern Gujarat and runs east through Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh before ending in Chhattisgarh.
Gonds, one of the world's largest tribal groups, are primarily found in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district.
Madhya Pradesh has a variety of cuisines to offer, including the distinct Malwa cuisine, the Nimar cuisine, and the Bagelkhand cuisine. Rass Kheer, Lapsi, Kalakand, Lavang Latika, Palak Puri, and Bhutte Ki Khees are all popular desserts (grated corn roasted in ghee and later cooked in milk with spices).
Madhya Pradesh is also well-known for its crafts, which include bamboo works, carpet weaving, durries, iron craft, cane coverings, jute works, metal craft, stone carving, terracotta, stuffed toys, zari embroidery, textile weaving, paper mache, woodcraft, and so on.
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