Bollywood & Indian Wildlife Grand Tour – 18 Nights / 19 Days
Combine Mumbai’s Bollywood glamour with UNESCO heritage, Central India tiger safaris and the spiritual charm of Varanasi on an extraordinary 19-day India journey.
Overview
Experience a remarkable 18 Nights / 19 Days journey across India that blends cinema, history, wildlife and spirituality. Begin in Mumbai with a possible Bollywood studio visit and iconic city sightseeing, continue to the UNESCO treasures of Ellora and Ajanta, explore Mandu, Maheshwar, Sanchi and the cultural heart of Madhya Pradesh, then enjoy thrilling wildlife safaris in Kanha and Bandhavgarh National Parks. The journey continues through the temples of Khajuraho, the riverside heritage town of Orchha and sacred Varanasi with a Ganga Aarti, sunrise boat ride and Sarnath visit, before concluding in Delhi. Designed for travellers who want a deeper, multi-theme India experience, the package combines heritage sightseeing, wildlife adventures, local culture and comfortable travel support.
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 1Arrival in Mumbai & Bollywood Experience+
Arrive in Mumbai and meet the local representative for transfer to your hotel. After time to relax, enjoy a possible visit to a Bollywood studio, subject to studio permissions and schedules, followed by an optional evening around Juhu Beach. Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Day 2Mumbai City Sightseeing+
After breakfast, explore Mumbai highlights including the Gateway of India, Colaba, Dhobi Ghat and a city museum. Enjoy time for local sightseeing before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 3Mumbai to Aurangabad & Ellora+
Transfer to Mumbai Airport for the flight to Aurangabad. After arrival and hotel check-in, visit the UNESCO-listed Ellora Caves, famous for their Buddhist, Hindu and Jain rock-cut monasteries and temples. Return to Aurangabad for an overnight stay.
Day 4Aurangabad to Ajanta & Jalgaon+
After breakfast and a relaxed morning, drive to the UNESCO-listed Ajanta Caves to explore the celebrated Buddhist rock-cut monuments and paintings. Continue onward to Jalgaon for hotel check-in and overnight stay.
Day 5Jalgaon to Mandu & Indore+
Travel toward Mandu, the historic City of Joy, and explore its remarkable medieval monuments and plateau setting. Continue to Indore after sightseeing and check in at the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 6Indore to Maheshwar+
After breakfast, drive to Maheshwar on the banks of the Narmada River. Check in and enjoy time exploring the atmospheric ghats, temples and riverside surroundings around the historic fort town. Overnight stay in Maheshwar.
Day 7Maheshwar Heritage & River Experience+
Explore Maheshwar Fort and the old town after breakfast. Later, spend time around the ghats and enjoy an optional boat ride on the Narmada River before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 8Maheshwar to Bhopal & Sanchi+
Drive to Bhopal and check in at the hotel. Later proceed on an excursion to the UNESCO-listed Sanchi Stupa complex, one of Indiau2019s most important Buddhist heritage sites, before returning to Bhopal for an overnight stay.
Day 9Bhopal to Jabalpur & Kanha+
Transfer to the railway station for the journey toward Jabalpur. On arrival, continue by road to Kanha National Park, check in at the wildlife resort and relax before an overnight stay near the reserve.
Day 10Kanha National Park Safaris+
Enjoy morning and afternoon wildlife drives in Kanha National Park by authorised safari vehicle, subject to permits and zone allocation. Look for Bengal tigers, barasingha, deer and other wildlife before returning to the resort for an overnight stay.
Day 11Kanha to Bandhavgarh+
After breakfast, drive from Kanha to Bandhavgarh National Park. Check in at the wildlife resort and, depending on arrival time and permit availability, enjoy an afternoon game drive or leisure time. Overnight stay near Bandhavgarh.
Day 12Bandhavgarh National Park Safaris+
Experience morning and afternoon Jeep safaris in Bandhavgarh National Park, renowned for its tiger habitat and dramatic forest landscape. Return to the resort between drives and stay overnight near the park.
Day 13Bandhavgarh to Khajuraho+
After breakfast, drive to Khajuraho and check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may attend a traditional Indian folk dance presentation, subject to programme availability. Overnight stay in Khajuraho.
Day 14Khajuraho Temple Tour+
Explore the world-famous UNESCO-listed Khajuraho temple complex, celebrated for its Nagara-style architecture and detailed stone sculpture. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon after sightseeing and stay overnight in Khajuraho.
Day 15Khajuraho to Orchha+
Drive to Orchha, with opportunities to experience rural landscapes along the way. After arrival, explore the townu2019s beautiful palaces and temples and spend the evening by the Betwa River enjoying the sunset. Overnight stay in Orchha.
Day 16Orchha to Khajuraho & Varanasi+
Travel back toward Khajuraho for the flight to Varanasi. On arrival, transfer to the hotel and later take a cycle-rickshaw ride toward the ghats to witness the atmospheric evening Ganga Aarti ceremony. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 17Varanasi Sunrise, Old City & Sarnath+
Begin early with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges to observe morning rituals along the ghats, followed by a walk through the narrow lanes of Old Varanasi. Later visit Sarnath, where the Buddha is traditionally believed to have delivered his first sermon. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 18Varanasi to Delhi+
After breakfast, transfer to Varanasi Airport for the flight to Delhi. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 19Departure from Delhi+
Transfer to Delhi International Airport according to your onward flight schedule, concluding the Bollywood, heritage and Indian wildlife journey.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 18 nights accommodation as per itinerary
- Daily breakfast at hotels/resorts
- Airport and railway station transfers for itinerary sectors
- Private AC road transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
- Mumbai city sightseeing
- Bollywood studio visit subject to studio permission and schedule
- Ellora and Ajanta sightseeing
- Mandu heritage sightseeing
- Maheshwar Fort, temples and ghats visit
- Sanchi Stupa excursion
- Kanha National Park wildlife safaris as scheduled and subject to permits
- Bandhavgarh National Park wildlife safaris as scheduled and subject to permits
- Khajuraho temple sightseeing
- Orchha palaces and temples sightseeing
- Varanasi evening Ganga Aarti experience
- Sunrise boat ride on the Ganges
- Old Varanasi walking experience
- Sarnath sightseeing
- Local assistance throughout the tour
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Domestic flights unless specifically included in the final quotation
- Train tickets unless specifically included
- Wildlife park permits, premium zone supplements and camera fees unless included in the final quotation
- Monument and attraction entry fees unless specifically included
- Meals not mentioned under inclusions
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses such as shopping, beverages, laundry and telephone charges
- Optional activities and cultural shows
- Early check-in and late check-out charges
- Tips and gratuities
- Any cost caused by flight, train, weather or park-schedule changes
- Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
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