9N/10D Bhopal, Khajuraho, Bandhavgarh, Raipur & Jagdalpur - Temples & Tribes

Bhopal, Khajuraho, Bandhavgarh, Raipur, Jagdalpur · 9 nights / 10 days · India

From ₹15,837 per person

Cross-State Master Cultural Tour. Stay plan: Bhopal (2N) – Khajuraho (2N) – Bandhavgarh (2N) – Raipur (1N) – Jagdalpur (2N). Arrive Bhopal, depart Raipur.

Where the nights are

Bhopal (2N) → Khajuraho (2N) → Bandhavgarh (2N) → Raipur (1N) → Jagdalpur (2N)

Day by day

1. Day 1 — Arrival at Gateway - Transfer to Bhopal

   Arrive at airport / railway station (Indore/Bhopal/Raipur/Jabalpur/Gwalior). Meet our tour representative and commence your journey to Bhopal. Check in at hotel/resort/wildlife lodge. The City of Lakes: Upper and Lower Lakes, majestic Taj-ul-Masajid, historical Bharat Bhavan, and nearby UNESCO Bhimbetka rock shelters. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Bhopal.

   Overnight: Bhopal

2. Day 2 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Bhopal

   Arrive in Bhopal and check in at the hotel. Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring the top scenic, cultural and wildlife landmarks of the City of Lakes, taking in the Upper and Lower Lakes, the majestic Taj-ul-Masajid, the historical Bharat Bhavan arts centre and the nearby UNESCO-listed Bhimbetka rock shelters with their prehistoric paintings. Evening stroll through the local markets of the old city. Overnight stay in Bhopal.

   Overnight: Bhopal

3. Day 3 — Bhopal to Khajuraho Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Khajuraho through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Khajuraho and check in at hotel/lodge. UNESCO World Heritage temple town: Renowned worldwide for medieval Nagara-style architectural masterwork temples featuring intricate erotic and spiritual sculptures. Overnight stay in Khajuraho.

   Overnight: Khajuraho

4. Day 4 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Khajuraho

   Arrive in Khajuraho and check in at the hotel. Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring the top scenic, cultural and wildlife landmarks of this UNESCO World Heritage temple town, renowned worldwide for its medieval Nagara-style architectural masterwork temples featuring intricate erotic and spiritual sculptures. Visit the Western, Eastern and Southern temple groups at an easy pace. Evening stroll through the local markets. Overnight stay in Khajuraho.

   Overnight: Khajuraho

5. Day 5 — Khajuraho to Bandhavgarh Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Bandhavgarh through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Bandhavgarh and check in at hotel/lodge. Premier Tiger Reserve with the highest density of Royal Bengal Tigers: Jungle safaris around ancient Bandhavgarh Fort ruins. Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.

   Overnight: Bandhavgarh

6. Day 6 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Bandhavgarh

   Arrive in Bandhavgarh and check in at the lodge. Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring the top scenic, cultural and wildlife landmarks of this premier tiger reserve, known for the highest density of Royal Bengal Tigers. Jungle safaris in open jeeps run through sal forest and grassland around the ancient Bandhavgarh Fort ruins, with good chances of deer, langur and birdlife. Evening stroll through the local markets. Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.

   Overnight: Bandhavgarh

7. Day 7 — Bandhavgarh to Raipur Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out of the lodge and drive towards Raipur through picturesque highways, river valleys and rural landscapes, with farming villages and forest patches along the way. On arrival in Raipur, check in at your hotel or lodge. The capital city of Chhattisgarh is home to the Mahamaya Temple and Swami Vivekanand Sarovar, and serves as the gateway to the tribal hinterlands of Bastar. Remainder of the day free. Overnight stay in Raipur.

   Overnight: Raipur

8. Day 8 — Raipur to Jagdalpur Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Jagdalpur through picturesque highways, river valleys, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Jagdalpur and check in at hotel/lodge. Heartland of Bastar tribal culture and pristine nature: Spectacular Chitrakote Falls (the Niagara of India), Tirathgarh Falls, and ancient anthropological tribal museums. Overnight stay in Jagdalpur.

   Overnight: Jagdalpur

9. Day 9 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Jagdalpur

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Jagdalpur. Heartland of Bastar tribal culture and pristine nature: Spectacular Chitrakote Falls (the Niagara of India), Tirathgarh Falls, and ancient anthropological tribal museums. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Jagdalpur.

   Overnight: Jagdalpur

10. Day 10 — Jagdalpur to Raipur - Onward Departure

    Post breakfast and morning views, check out from the hotel. There is time to complete any final souvenir shopping in Jagdalpur, where Chanderi sarees, Bastar bell metal handicrafts, terracotta and other local artifacts are sold, before proceeding on your return transfer to Raipur. The long drive climbs out of the Bastar plateau through sal forest, tribal hamlets and roadside markets. On arrival you are dropped at Raipur airport or railway station for your onward journey home.

Inclusions

• 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.

Exclusions

• 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.