Central India Wildlife & Heritage Trail

·21 Days, 15 Destinations·Starts from Mumbai
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Free Cancellation
Full refund up to 30 days before the tour
Early Booking Advantage
Only 25% prepayment until 30 days before departure

Duration

21 days

Max Group Size

10

Departure Type

Guaranteed

Guiding Method

Fully guided

Physical level

easy

Operated In

EnglishFrenchGermanSpanishItalian

Age Requirement

1 - 85 Ages

About this tour

This 21-day India tour offers a rich blend of heritage, wildlife, and cultural exploration across iconic destinations including Mumbai, Mandu, Omkareshwar, Bhopal, Satpura, Jabalpur, Bandhavgarh, Khajuraho, Orchha, Gwalior, and New Delhi. Begin with the vibrant charm of Mumbai before discovering ancient forts, temples, and riverside ghats in central India. Experience thrilling safaris in Satpura and Bandhavgarh National Parks, home to diverse wildlife including the Royal Bengal tiger. Explore UNESCO-listed heritage at Sanchi, Bhimbetka, and Khajuraho, and admire architectural wonders in Orchha and Gwalior. Conclude in Delhi with a captivating mix of Mughal history and modern landmarks, creating an unforgettable journey through India’s soul.

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Route

Starts from

Mumbai

Ends in

New Delhi

Pickup Location

Mumbai

Dropoff Location

New Delhi

Tour route map

What makes this tour special

Explore Mumbai, central India heritage sites, wildlife parks, and vibrant cultural destinations across diverse regions. Experience thrilling jungle safaris at Satpura and Bandhavgarh, spotting tigers, leopards, and exotic wildlife species. Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites including Sanchi Stupa, Bhimbetka caves, and Khajuraho temple architecture complexes. Visit historic forts and palaces in Orchha and Gwalior showcasing royal Indian legacy heritage architecture. Enjoy guided tours across Mumbai, Bhopal, Delhi with iconic landmarks, museums, and temples experiences immersive. Conclude journey in Delhi blending Mughal history, modern attractions, and cultural heritage experiences sightseeing tour.

Itinerary

Upon your arrival at Mumbai airport, our G Experiences representative will assist you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for your overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Mumbai. Visit iconic attractions including the Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves (closed on Mondays), Gandhi Memorial, Parliament House, Marine Drive, Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens, Jain Temples, Kamala Nehru Park, and Juhu Chowpatty. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Mumbai airport to board your flight to Indore. Upon arrival at Indore airport, our representative will assist you and drive you to Mandu. Upon arrival in Mandu, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Mandu. Visit Baz Bahadur’s Palace, Jahaz Mahal, Hindola Mahal, Rewa Kund, and Jami Masjid. Also, stop by Kakra Khoh Waterfall. After completing the sightseeing tour, you can spend some time shopping or return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Omkareshwar, with an en-route visit to Shri Raj Rajeshwar Temple, Queen Ahilya Fort, and the Ahilyabai Ghats at Maheshwar. After completing your visit to Maheshwar, continue the drive to Omkareshwar. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After freshening up, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Omkareshwar. Visit Mamleshwar Temple and enjoy a boat ride on the Narmada River to reach Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines in India. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Bhopal. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a guided tour to Sanchi. Visit the Sanchi Stupa and Udaigiri Caves, along with various Buddhist monuments, monasteries, temples, and pillars. After completing the sightseeing tour in Sanchi, drive back to Bhopal for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Satpura National Park, with an en-route visit to the world-famous Bhimbetka Rock Shelters, which feature paintings dating back over 10,000 years. Upon arrival at Satpura National Park, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

Early in the morning, before breakfast, drive to Satpura National Park for a safari experience. Options include Elephant Safari, Canoe Safari, Walking Safari, or Jeep Safari, depending on the schedule. The park is home to tigers, leopards, sambar, chital, Indian muntjac, nilgai, four-horned antelope, chinkara, wild boar, bears, blackbuck, foxes, porcupines, flying squirrels, mouse deer, and Indian giant squirrels. A variety of birds can also be seen, with hornbills and peafowl being particularly common. After the morning game drive, return to your hotel for breakfast and some leisure time. After lunch, proceed for another safari or game drive in Satpura National Park, where you can capture amazing wildlife photographs to preserve your memories.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Jabalpur. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After freshening up, proceed for a guided tour of Jabalpur. Visit Bhedaghat and enjoy a boat ride, and explore the Marble Village of Bhedaghat on foot. On the return journey, visit Madan Mahal Fort and witness the evening Aarti ceremony performed at the Narmada River. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Bandhavgarh. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After freshening up, proceed for an afternoon jeep safari or game drive in Bandhavgarh National Park. You will have the opportunity to capture amazing wildlife photographs during the safari.

Overnight at Hotel.

Early in the morning, before breakfast, proceed for a jungle safari at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve. This biodiverse park is renowned for its large population of Royal Bengal tigers. Other wildlife includes white tigers, leopards, and deer. The mix of tropical forests, Sal trees, and grasslands is home to numerous bird species, including eagles. After the morning game drive, return to your hotel for breakfast and enjoy some leisure time. After lunch, embark on another safari or game drive in the National Park, where you can capture stunning wildlife photographs. Return to your hotel in the evening for an overnight stay.

Overnight at Hotel.

Early in the morning, before breakfast, proceed for a safari in Bandhavgarh National Park. Return to your hotel for breakfast and enjoy some leisure time. Afterward, check out and drive to Khajuraho. Upon arrival in Khajuraho, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Khajuraho. Visit the Western Group of Temples, Eastern Group of Temples, and the Jain Group of Temples. In the evening, enjoy the Sound and Light Show at the Western Group of Temples.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Orchha. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Orchha. Visit Jahangir Fort, Rai Praveen Ka Mahal, the Riverside Cenotaphs, Ram Raja Temple, and Orchha Fort, which is built on an island in the Betwa River. After completing the guided tour, you can spend time shopping or return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Gwalior, with an en-route visit to Jhansi Fort, the Government Museum, and Rani Mahal. Continue the drive to Gwalior. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Gwalior. Visit Gwalior Fort, Johar Kund, Man Mandir, Gujari Mahal - Archaeological Museum, Sas-Bahu Temples, Teli-ka-Mandir Temple, and Jai Vilas Palace. Also, explore the Tomb of Ghaus Mohammad and the Mausoleum of Tansen. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Gwalior airport to board your flight to New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi airport, our G Experiences representative will assist you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.


After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of New Delhi and Old Delhi. Visit Qutub Minar and drive past the Lotus Temple. Also visit Humayun’s Tomb, and drive past Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at a local Delhi restaurant, continue the Old Delhi sightseeing tour. Visit Raj Ghat, drive past the Red Fort, and enjoy a short rickshaw ride through the Chandni Chowk spice market.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board your flight for your onward journey or return home.

Trip includes

Included

Accommodation at good 3 Star hotels based on Double / Twin Sharing basis


• 2 Nights in Mumbai

• 2 Nights in Mandu

• 1 Night in Omkareshwar

• 2 Nights in Bhopal

• 2 Nights in Satpura

• 1 Night in Jabalpur

• 2 Nights in Bandhavgarh

• 2 Nights in Khajuraho

• 2 Nights in Orchha

• 2 Nights in Gwalior

• 2 Nights in New Delhi


Check In : 1400 Hrs / Check Out : 1200 Hrs

Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.

HotelResort

• Local English speaking guide at Mumbai, Mandu, Maheshwar, Omkareshwar, Khajuraho, Orchha, Gwalior and Delhi. 

(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English French German Spanish Italian

• 20 Breakfast at Hotel.

• 4 Dinner at Hotel.

Vegan Jain Kosher Vegetarian Halal Meat

Transportation Details

All sightseeing and airport transfers for this tour will be arranged in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles to ensure a pleasant travel experience.


Vehicle Categories:

• 1–2 guests: Air-conditioned medium cars such as Toyota Etios, Swift Dzire, or similar.

• 3–4 guests: Air-conditioned large cars such as Toyota Innova or similar.

­• 5–10 guests: Air-conditioned mini-vans such as Tempo Traveller or similar.­ 


Additional Information:­ 

• All vehicles will be driven by experienced, Local English-speaking drivers.­ 

• Our drivers are well-trained, familiar with local routes, and committed to providing a safe and comfortable journey.

• Vehicle allocation will be based on the group size to ensure maximum comfort and convenience for all travelers.

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• 20 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.

• Assistance during arrival and departure by G Experiences.

• Daily breakfast at Hotel.

• All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.

• Local English speaking guide at Mumbai, Mandu, Maheshwar, Omkareshwar, Khajuraho, Orchha, Gwalior and Delhi. 

(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)

• 2 Jungle Safari at Satpura National Park with Professional Naturalist.

• 4 Jungle Safari at Bandhavgarh National Park with Professional Naturalist.

• Enjoy light and sound show in Khajuraho.

• Cycle Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi.

• One mineral water bottle per person per day.

• All currently applicable taxes including GST.

Excluded

• Flight from Mumbai to Indore

• Flight from Gwalior to New Delhi

Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability, and cost of healthcare around the world, travel insurance is an essential and necessary part of every journey. We strongly recommend that all travelers obtain comprehensive travel insurance to ensure protection and compensation for any cancellations or trip interruptions with any cause, as well as for other unforeseen circumstances, including medical emergencies and travel disruptions.

• Visas Fee (if applicable).

• Monument entry fees.

• The package does not include the cost of visas and SDF charges, if applicable.

• Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).

• Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.

• International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.

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