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9N/10D Malwa, Narmada & Bundelkhand Tour - Holkar, Scindia & Bundela Capitals

9 nights · 10 days Leisure Madhya Pradesh India Swift Dzire NAC

Holkar, Scindia & Bundela Capitals. Stay plan: Indore (2N) – Ujjain (2N) – Bhopal (2N) – Orchha (2N) – Gwalior (1N). Arrive Indore, depart Gwalior.

Day by day

Distances and drive times are the ones our own drivers record, not map estimates.

  1. 1
    Day 1

    Arrival at Gateway - Transfer to Indore

    Arrive at airport / railway station (Indore/Bhopal/Raipur/Jabalpur/Gwalior). Meet our tour representative and commence your journey to Indore. Check in at hotel/resort/wildlife lodge. The commercial capital and cleanest city of India: Rajwada Palace, 19th-century royal heritage, and bustling Khau Galli street food markets. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Indore.

    Overnight Indore Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  2. 2
    Day 2

    Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Indore

    Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Indore. The commercial capital and cleanest city of India: Rajwada Palace, 19th-century royal heritage, and bustling Khau Galli street food markets. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Indore.

    Overnight Indore Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  3. 3
    Day 3

    Indore to Ujjain Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

    Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Ujjain through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Ujjain and check in at hotel/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. Overnight stay in Ujjain.

    Overnight Ujjain Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  4. 4
    Day 4

    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 Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  5. 5
    Day 5

    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 Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  6. 6
    Day 6

    Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Bhopal

    Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Bhopal. The City of Lakes: Upper and Lower Lakes, majestic Taj-ul-Masajid, historical Bharat Bhavan, and nearby UNESCO Bhimbetka rock shelters. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Bhopal.

    Overnight Bhopal Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  7. 7
    Day 7

    Bhopal to Orchha Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

    Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Orchha through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Orchha and check in at hotel/lodge. Medieval town along Betwa River: Stunning 16th-century palaces and temples built by Bundela Rajput rulers, including Jahangir Mahal and Raj Mahal. Overnight stay in Orchha.

    Overnight Orchha Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  8. 8
    Day 8

    Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Orchha

    Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Orchha. Medieval town along Betwa River: Stunning 16th-century palaces and temples built by Bundela Rajput rulers, including Jahangir Mahal and Raj Mahal. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Orchha.

    Overnight Orchha Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  9. 9
    Day 9

    Orchha to Gwalior Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

    Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Gwalior through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Gwalior and check in at hotel/lodge. Historic City of Forts and Palaces: Imposing Gwalior Fort (referred to as the Gibraltar of India), Saas-Bahu temples, and Jai Vilas Palace. Overnight stay in Gwalior.

    Overnight Gwalior Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  10. 10
    Day 10

    Gwalior - 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.

    Meals Breakfast

Where you sleep

We name every property before you pay — not “4-star or similar” afterwards.

StopNightsHotels at each grade
Indore 2 Standard · Deluxe · Luxury · Premium
Ujjain 2 Standard · Deluxe · Luxury · Premium
Bhopal 2 Standard · Deluxe · Luxury · Premium
Orchha 2 Standard · Deluxe · Luxury · Premium
Gwalior 1 Standard · Deluxe · Luxury · Premium

The named properties for each grade go out with your quotation, so you can look every one of them up before anything is paid. Ask for the hotel list →

What the price covers

Printed together on purpose. A list of inclusions without its exclusions is a quote you cannot check.

Included

  • 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.

Not included

  • 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.

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