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From Ahmedabad, Mumbai - India

Kipling Country
7 Nights - 8 Days
[By Madhya Pradesh State Tourism
Development Corporation Ltd]
Tour Reference No : MPT16_D

 
 

Day 1

You arrive at Bhopal from Ahmedabad by Rajkot-Bhopal Express and at Pipariya from Mumbai by Mumbai-Howrah Mail and proceed to Pachmarhi where you relax and stay overnight at Holiday Homes.

Day 2

A day of sightseeing in and around Pachmarhi. This serene resort remains largely colonial in appearance, surrounded by forests, quiet glades and enchanting views.

Day 3

You visit Jata Shankar (source of the Jambu Dweep), the ancient Pandav Caves and several other remarkable places including Dhoopgarh, the highest hill in the Satpura range.

Day 4

You leave for Kanha with packed lunch. The journey is long but you pass through some very scenic countryside. At Kanha, you stay overnight at Baghira Log Huts, Kisli or Kanha Safari Lodge, Mukki.

Day 5

Kanha, one of the 'Project Tiger' reserves is home to many species of birds and animals. The tiger and the equally mighty Indian bison live here as do Leopards, Bears, Wild Boars, Foxes and many kinds of Deer. You go around the park early morning and evening when these animals come out to feed.

Day 6

Spend the day at Kanha, the original Kipling country. Morning and evening rounds of the park are the highlights of the day.

Day 7

You leave for Jabalpur, arriving in time for lunch. You have a free evening to do what you like, and stay overnight at Hotel Kalchuri.

Day 8

After breakfast you see the famous Marble Rocks and Dhuandhar Falls at nearby Bhedaghat. These unique rocks tower on either side of the Narmada river forming a gorge over 3 km long. The river then cascades down in a mighty waterfall, Dhuandhar Falls. In the afternoon, you leave for Mumbai by Howrah-Mumbai Mail and for Bhopal by Narmada Express and then on to Ahmedabad from there by Bhopal-Rajkot Express the next day.

 

General Terms and Conditions

  • The corporation reserves the right to cancel the tour or alter the routes, mode of transport, type of accommodation etc. in circumstances beyond its control.
  • Tourists travel at their own risk. The corporation does not accept any liability or responsibility for any delay, damage, loss, etc, either due to breakdown of services or accident, however caused.
  • Seats/Berths on trains will be reserved in 2nd class, unless otherwise specified Tourists will be required to pay extra charges in case of increase in train fare. They can also make their own reservations in whatever class they like.
  • In the unlikely event of the Corporation having to cancel the tour for reasons of force majeure, it will return in full the amount paid by the client.
  • The Corporation does not bear any responsibility for medical treatment (in case of illness) during the tour.
  • The authority of the tour escort is final while on tour.

 

Booking / Refund Conditions

  • Full payment is to be made at the time of booking. Payment is accepted in cash or cheque (local) or demand draft.
  • The following deductions will be made if the booking is cancelled by you :
    - 15 days before departure: 10%
    - Less than 15 days and up to 7 days before departure : 25%
    - Less than 7 days or a "No Show" : 100%


 

Other Important Informations

  • Our sightseeing programmes take in the most noteworthy sights in each place. Sometimes local fairs and festivals or other happenings compel us to alter the itinerary which should be regarded as unavoidable adjustments of plans. If a particular monument or complex is closed on the day of scheduled sightseeing, we try to show it the next day, subject to availability of time.
  • The climate is pleasant in Madhya Pradesh from October to March, getting quite cold from November to February when we suggest you carry woolens as well. From April to September it is warm. But always travel light carry only one suit case, weighting no more than 20 kg and an overnight bag.
  • The tours can be joined at their respective first arrival point in the State. However, this depends on vacancies and an advance notice of at least 15 days is required.
  • All tours are commissionable to recognized Travel Agents / Tour Operators on standard terms.

 

 

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