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Treasures of Central India

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Khajuraho, India → Indore, India

Country: India
Start: Khajuraho, India
End: Indore, India
Date: Flexible
Duration: 9 days
Theme: Culture, Discovery
Physical rating: Moderate
Meals: 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
Transport: Private vehicle, flight, jeep, walking
Price: On Request

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Trip Highlights

Explore the UNESCO-listed temple complexes of Khajuraho.
Attend the Sound & Light Show at Khajuraho’s Western Group of Temples.
Spot Bengal tigers and wildlife on a jeep safari in Panna National Park.
Discover the fort palaces and cenotaphs of Orchha.
Visit Datia Palace overlooking Karna Sagar Lake.
Explore Gwalior Fort, Man Mandir Palace, and Jai Vilas Palace.
Learn about Tansen’s musical legacy at his memorial and tomb complex.
Walk along the ghats and heritage lanes of Maheshwar.
Observe Maheshwari handloom weaving at the Rehwa Society.
Visit Roopmati’s Pavilion and Baz Bahadur’s Palace in Mandu.
Experience the architectural contrasts of Rajput, Mughal, Bundela, and Maratha heritage sites.
Stay at heritage-style properties in Maheshwar and Orchha.

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Itinerary

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Inclusions

Accommodation throughout the tour
Private air-conditioned transport for all sightseeing and transfers
Domestic flight from Gwalior to Indore
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Entry fees to monuments, heritage sites, and attractions included in the itinerary
Jeep safari in Panna National Park
Sound & Light Shows in Khajuraho and Orchha
Guided heritage experiences and walking tours
Services of an English-speaking guide
2 bottles of mineral water per person per day
Driver allowance, tolls, parking fees, and applicable transport taxes
5% GST

Exclusions

International and domestic airfares not specified in the inclusions
Visa fees and travel documentation costs
Optional tours and activities
Meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
Personal expenses such as laundry, shopping, phone calls, and room service
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
Any item not specifically listed in the inclusions

Will This Trip Suit You?

Enjoy history, architecture, and cultural heritage.
Want to explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites in depth.
Appreciate palace hotels, heritage stays, and slower-paced cultural travel.
Interested in temple art, dynastic history, and Indian classical music heritage.
Enjoy moderate walking tours and monument exploration.
Want a balance of culture, wildlife, and local craft traditions.
Prefer private touring with guided experiences.
Dislike long overland drives between destinations.
Prefer fast-paced itineraries with nightlife or luxury shopping focus.
Have difficulty with stairs, uneven pathways, or extended walking at monuments.
Want extensive wildlife safaris or adventure-focused travel.
Prefer a single-base holiday without frequent hotel changes.
Sensitive to hot daytime temperatures in Central India outside winter months.

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Treasures of Central India

Trip Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: Khajuraho

Day 2: Khajuraho

Day 3: Khajuraho – Orchha

Day 4: Orchha – Gwalior

Day 5: Gwalior

Day 6: Gwalior – Indore – Maheshwar

Day 7: Maheshwar

Day 8: Maheshwar – Mandu

Day 9: Mandu – Indore

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Inclusions

Exclusions

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