Monsoon Day Trip Getaway Near Indore: Nature and Culture Escape

Day 1: Monsoon Nature Escape

Indore, India on June 27, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at The Chocolate Room, Indore

Start your day with a light breakfast of coffee and scrumptious croissants in this cozy café that opens at 8:00am, so arriving slightly after 8 is ideal.
INR250, 1h0m

8:15am

Travel to Tincha Falls

Travel about 25 km southwest of Indore to Tincha Falls, a beautiful monsoon waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. The drive takes around 1 hour.
INR0, 1h0m

9:15am

Visit Tincha Falls

Enjoy the panoramic views and misty atmosphere at Tincha Falls during the monsoon; ideal for nature lovers and photographers. Open all day, visit early to avoid crowds.
Free, 1h30m

10:45am

Travel to Patalpani Waterfall

Next, drive 15 km west to Patalpani Waterfall, well known for its thunderous cascade especially during the rains.
INR0, 30m

11:15am

Explore Patalpani Waterfall

Spend time admiring the scenic waterfall and the lush surroundings; ensure safety as the path can be slippery. Open all day.
Free, 1h30m

12:45pm

Lunch at Patalpani Dhabha

Have a traditional Maharashtrian thali lunch at the local dhaba near Patalpani, serving fresh, homely food till 3:00pm.
INR200, 1h0m

1:45pm

Travel to Janapav Hills

Drive about 20 km north to Janapav Hills, the highest point in Indore district known for its panoramic views, especially misty during monsoon.
INR0, 45m

2:30pm

Hike and Sightseeing at Janapav Hills

Hike and explore the scenic surroundings and visit the revered birthplace of Parashurama; ideal for a peaceful nature walk. Accessible all day.
Free, 1h30m

4:00pm

Return to Indore

Drive back to Indore city, which takes approximately 1 hour.
INR0, 1h0m

5:00pm

Tea and Snacks at Chappan Dukan

Relax with local evening snacks like samosas and chai at the famous food street, open till 9:00pm.
INR150, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at 56 Dukan

Enjoy a delicious dinner of local Indori cuisine, including poha and jalebi, before concluding your day trip. Open till 11:00pm.
INR300, 1h0m