Journey to Jyotirlingas


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India is a land of religions, mysticism and spiritualism. The country holds the distinction of being spiritually rich since the ancient times. India is the birth-place of many religions. The religious diversity that India presents is found nowhere else in the world.


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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - Bhopal

 
Sightseeing

Arrival in Bhopal. Day at leisure and overnight stay in Bhopal.

Bhopal Sightseeing picture
Hotel

Stay in Palash Residency.


Day 2 - Bhopal

 
Bhopal - Sanchi.
Historical and Educational Tours

Siteseeing of Bhopal in the morning. Explore the heritage of the city right from the days of the first ruler of Bhopal Dost Mohammad Khan to the period of late 19th century cultural efflorescence under Nawab Shahjahan Begum.

Sightseeing

Later in the afternoon, leave for Sanchi. Sanchi is unique for having the most perfect and well preserved Buddhist stupas.

Hotel

Overnight stay in Sanchi. Stay in Gateway Retreat.


Day 3 - Madhya Pradesh

 
Sanchi - Omkareshwar.
Sightseeing

This morning you will depart for Omkareshwar. Omkareshwar is a sacred island, shaped like the holiest of all Hindu symbols, ‘Om’. Omkareshwar is situated on the banks of Narmada, and is one of the 12 revered Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. The significance of this linga is that the linga is not situated below the cupola. The idol of Lord Shiva is situated on the top of the temple.

The temple can be reached by ferry from the banks of the river.

Hotel

Overnight stay in Omkareshwar. Stay in Narmada Resort.


Day 4 - Madhya Pradesh

 
Omkareshwar - Maheshwar.
Sightseeing

Depart for Maheshwar in the morning. Maheshwar is a historical town on the banks of river Narmada known for temples, a mighty fort-complex standing in quiet beauty mirrored in the river below, and distinctive handwoven sarees called Maheshwari.

Hotel

Overnight stay in Maheshwar. Stay in Narmada Retreat.


Day 5 - Madhya Pradesh

 
Maheshwar - Mandu.
Sightseeing

Today depart for Mandu. Perched along the Vindhya ranges at an altitude of 2,000 feet, Mandu is known for its natural beauty and fort. Enjoy sightseeing at Mandu.

Hotel

Overnight stay in Mandu. Stay in Malwa Resort, Malwa Retreat.


Day 6 - Madhya Pradesh

 
Sightseeing

Siteseeing at Mandu.

Hotel

Overnight stay in Mandu.


Day 7 - Indore

 
Mandu - Indore - Ujjain.
Sightseeing

Depart for Ujjain today. Enroute enjoy the sightseeing in Indore.

Indore Sightseeing picture
Hotel

Overnight stay in Ujjain. Stay in Shipra Residency.


Day 8 - Madhya Pradesh

 
Sightseeing

Start your day by sightseeing in the religious and ancient city of Ujjain. Apart from mythological legends, the city has a long distinguished history. It was governed by the likes of Vikramaditya and Ashoka. Kalidas wrote his souls stirring poetry here. Tour ends today.


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