8-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Madhya Pradesh

1. Day 1: Visit to Khajuraho temple complex
   Approximately 5.5 hours (385km) from Bhopal via NH39

   Explore the stunning intricately carved temples built by the Chandela dynasty in the 10th century.

2. Day 2: Panna National Park
   Approximately 2.5 hours (90km) from Khajuraho

   Enjoy a morning safari to spot elusive tigers, leopards, and the rare and protected crocodile species in their natural habitat.

3. Day 3: Bandhavgarh National Park
   Approximately 5 hours (235km) by road from Panna National Park

   Take a jeep safari to explore one of the most biodiverse national parks in the region for Bengal tigers, leopards, and other fascinating wildlife.

4. Day 4: Kanha National Park & Tiger Reserve
   Approx 5 hours (200km) by road from Bandhavgarh National Park

   Go on a safari to explore the dense forests and grassy meadows for tigers, leopards, wild dogs, and barasinghas.

5. Day 5: Ujjain & Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple
   Approximately 5 hours (270km) by road from Kanha National Park

   Visit the ancient city of Ujjain, one of India's seven holiest cities, and take part in the aarti at the Mahakaleshwar temple.

6. Day 6: Explore the serenity of Sanchi Stupa
   Approximately 2.5 hours (100km) from Ujjain

   Go back in time and visit the monuments of ancient India. Marvel at the Great Stupa - an iconic symbol of Buddhism, surrounded by serene green fields.

7. Day 7: Gwalior Fort and Palace Museum
   Approximately 3 hours (120km) from Sanchi Stupa

   Visit the gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage site - The Gwalior Fort. Also discover the Jai Vilas Palace Museum which has a striking display of artefacts.

8. Day 8: Explore the ancient and charming city of Orchha
   Approximately 3 hours (120km) from Gwalior Fort

   Visit enchanting ancient temples and palaces in this historical city. Take a stroll across the bridge at sunset.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Khajuraho temple complex (2-3 hours, INR 30 per Indian visitor, INR 500 per foreigner)
• Panna National Park (3-4 hours, INR 150 for Indian visitors, INR 1,500 for foreigners)
• Bandhavgarh National Park (3-4 hours, INR 200 for Indian visitors, INR 1,000 for foreigners)
• Kanha National Park & Tiger Reserve (3-4 hours, INR 1,500 for Indians, INR 4,500 for foreigners)
• Ujjain & Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple (2-3 hours, free admission)
• Sanchi Stupa (2-3 hours, INR 30 per Indian visitor, INR 500 per foreigner)
• Gwalior Fort and Palace Museum (3-4 hours, INR 75 for Indian visitors, INR 250 for foreigners)
• Orchha (2-3 hours, free admission)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,205 per Indian visitor, INR 8,250 per foreigner

Useful Tips

You can reduce the cost by sharing a taxi or local bus to travel between destinations. Add a day or two if you want to delve deeper into history and culture. Mountaineering enthusiasts can visit Pachmarhi (~3-4 hours from Bhopal), known as Madhya Pradesh's "Queen of Satpura".