Comprehensive Cultural Tour: Solapur to Ajanta, Mahu, Sanchi Stupa, and Nagpur - April 2025

Day 1: Evening Arrival

Solapur, Maharashtra, India on April 22, 2025

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Tejas

Explore authentic Maharashtrian cuisine with local dishes like Solapur vada and bhakri at this popular restaurant, open until 10:00pm.
INR500, 1h0m

Day 2: Ajanta Caves Tour

Ajanta, Maharashtra, India on April 23, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel Suruchi

Begin your morning with traditional Indian breakfast favorites like poha and chai. The restaurant operates from 7:00am to 10:00am.
INR300, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Ajanta Caves

Tour the renowned Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for extraordinary Buddhist rock-cut architecture and paintings, open from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
INR40 for Indian citizens, INR600 for foreign tourists, 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at local dhaba

Indulge in traditional Maharashtrian thali or simple dal-rice dishes at an authentic roadside eatery close to the caves.
INR250, 1h0m

3:30pm

Travel to Mahu

Drive approximately 3 hours north to Mahu, Madhya Pradesh for an overnight stay and rest.
Transport cost variable, 3h0m

7:00pm

Dinner in Mahu

Enjoy dinner featuring local Madhya Pradesh specialties such as dal bafla at a traditional regional restaurant.
INR400, 1h0m

Day 3: Mahu and Sanchi Stupa

Mahu and Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh, India on April 24, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start with a traditional Madhya Pradesh breakfast including poha and jalebi at your Mahu hotel.
INR300, 1h0m

8:30am

Depart for Sanchi Stupa

Travel approximately 1 hour 15 minutes to Sanchi to explore one of India’s most significant Buddhist monuments.
Transport cost variable, 1h15m

10:00am

Visit Sanchi Stupa

Explore the UNESCO-listed Sanchi Stupa complex, famous for its ancient stupas and Buddhist relics, open from 9:00am to 5:30pm.
INR40 for Indian nationals, INR500 for foreign visitors, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Sanchi Restaurant

Relax with a simple lunch featuring local cuisine at the nearby restaurant serving fresh meals.
INR350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Explore Local Area

Optional exploration of nearby historical sites or local markets in Sanchi and surrounding countryside.
Free, 2h0m

4:30pm

Return to Mahu

Drive back to Mahu for evening rest after a culturally rich day.
Transport cost variable, 1h15m

6:00pm

Dinner at Hotel

Enjoy a relaxing dinner featuring regional Madhya Pradesh specialties to wrap up the day.
INR350, 1h0m

Day 4: Road to Nagpur

Nagpur, Maharashtra, India on April 25, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have a quick and filling breakfast at your hotel before departure.
INR300, 0h45m

7:15am

Drive to Nagpur

Embark on a 4-hour scenic drive south to Nagpur, Maharashtra’s major city with rich cultural landmarks.
Transport cost variable, 4h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Barbecue Nation

Enjoy an all-you-can-eat grilled buffet with varied Indian and international flavors, open from noon to 3:30pm.
INR600, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Deekshabhoomi

Tour the Buddhist pilgrimage site, open until 6:00pm, commemorating Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s conversion to Buddhism.
Free, 1h30m

3:30pm

Explore Sitabuldi Fort

Walk the historic Sitabuldi Fort grounds with lovely panoramic views of Nagpur city, open until sunset (approx. 6:45pm).
INR20, 1h0m

5:00pm

Tea at Café de Italiano

Unwind with coffee or tea and light snacks at this cozy and popular café, open until 10:00pm.
INR250, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Haldiram's Nagpur

Delight in classic vegetarian Indian cuisine and well-known sweets at this popular restaurant open until 11:00pm.
INR400, 1h0m

Day 5: Nagpur Departure or Leisure

Nagpur, Maharashtra, India on April 26, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a last leisurely breakfast at your Nagpur accommodation.
INR300, 1h0m

9:00am

Optional Local Exploration or Departure

Depending on your schedule, visit Futala Lake or local markets before departure.
Free, Variable