Begin your journey early morning by taking a flight or train from Delhi to Indore, the closest major airport/railway station to Ujjain. From Indore, hire a cab or take a bus to Ujjain (about 1 hr 30 min drive).
INR3000-6000 approx., 6h30m (flight+car) or 18h (train)
Witness the famous Bhasm Aarti at Mahakal Mandir starting around sunset, a powerful spiritual experience unique to Ujjain. The temple is open until 9:00pm.