5-Day Honeymoon Itinerary for Madhya Pradesh in July 2023

1. Day 1: Indore
   30 minutes (8 miles) from Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport

   Explore the Rajwada Palace and Kanch Mandir, two exquisite historical landmarks in Indore. Have lunch at the famous Sarafa Bazaar, and experience the flavors of Indore street food. End the day with a romantic dinner at the rooftop restaurant of Effotel Hotel.

2. Day 2: Mandu
   2 hours 30 minutes (68 miles) from Indore

   Drive to Mandu, a place of endless love stories. Visit the Jahaz Mahal (Ship Palace), the Hindola Mahal (Swing Palace) and the Rupmati Pavilion, where Rupmati and Baz Bahadur once met. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch near the Baobab Tree and witness the beautiful sunset from the Hoshang Shah's Tomb.

3. Day 3: Pachmarhi
   5 hours (136 miles) from Mandu

   Travel to Pachmarhi, a hill station that boasts of beautiful waterfalls, scenic landscapes and prehistoric rock paintings. Explore the ancient Bee Fall, the unique Dhoopgarh (Sunrise Point) and the mysterious Pandav Caves. Enjoy a candlelight dinner at Forsyth Lodge.

4. Day 4: Khajuraho
   6 hours (168 miles) from Pachmarhi

   Drive to Khajuraho, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its historic temples with exquisite carvings. Visit the famous Lakshman Temple, the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple and the Chausath Yogini Temple. Experience the sound and light show in the evening, which narrates the history of the Khajuraho temples.

5. Day 5: Orchha
   4 hours 30 minutes (117 miles) from Khajuraho

   Travel to Orchha, a small town on the banks of the Betwa River, known for its grand palaces and temples. Visit the Jahangir Mahal, the Raj Mahal, and the Laxminarayan Temple. Enjoy a beautiful sunset view from the Chaturbhuj Temple and savor a romantic dinner at the Bundelkhand Riverside Restaurant.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Rajwada Palace (1-2 hours, INR 50-100)
• Kanch Mandir (1 hour, Free Entry)
• Street food at Sarafa Bazaar (1-2 hours, INR 150-300)
• Effotel rooftop restaurant (2 hours, INR 1000-1500)
• Jahaz Mahal (1-2 hours, INR 5-100)
• Hindola Mahal (1-2 hours, INR 5-100)
• Rupmati Pavilion (1-2 hours, INR 5-100)
• Picnic lunch at Baobab Tree (1 hour, INR 500-800)
• Sunset at Hoshang Shah's Tomb (1-2 hours, INR 5-100)
• Bee Fall (1-2 hours, INR 50-100)
• Dhoopgarh (1-2 hours, INR 50-100)
• Pandav Caves (1-2 hours, INR 50-100)
• Candlelight dinner at Forsyth Lodge (1-2 hours, INR 2000-3000)
• Lakshman Temple (1-2 hours, INR 30-100)
• Kandariya Mahadeva Temple (1-2 hours, INR 30-100)
• Chausath Yogini Temple (1-2 hours, INR 30-100)
• Sound and Light Show at Khajuraho Temples (1 hour, INR 250-500)
• Jahangir Mahal (1-2 hours, INR 10-100)
• Raj Mahal (1-2 hours, INR 10-100)
• Laxminarayan Temple (1-2 hours, INR 10-100)
• Chaturbhuj Temple (1-2 hours, INR 50-100)
• Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 8000-12000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a day to your Pachmarhi itinerary. You can go hiking to Dhoopgarh Peak or explore the intriguing Rajendra Giri cave. If you have less time, you could skip visiting Orchha or Mandu and make the trip more relaxed.