Upon arrival, receive a traditional Indian welcome and transfer to your hotel. Spend the day exploring the vibrant fusion of ancient heritage and modern India. From mythological Indraprastha to Mughal masterpieces and British-designed New Delhi, the city is a living museum of cultures.
Overnight in Delhi | Meals: Breakfast
Fly to Raipur and drive to the peaceful town of Kawardha nestled at the foothills of the Maikal range. Stay in the majestic Palace Kawardha, a royal residence blending heritage, comfort, and culture. Later, enjoy a guided tour of the palace and nearby sites.
Overnight in Kawardha | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin the day at the centuries-old Radha Krishna Temple and serene Ujiyar Sagar. Relax at the scenic Saroda Reservoir or explore the lush landscapes. Discover the 11th-century Bhoremdeo temples with their ornate sculptures. Later, visit Baiga and Gond villages – experience their warm hospitality, age-old traditions, and mesmerizing tribal dances.
Overnight in Kawardha | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Return to Raipur for lunch before proceeding to Kanker, steeped in mythological and historical significance. Located amidst forested hills and five rivers, Kanker once belonged to ancient dynasties like Satavahanas, Guptas, and Chalukyas. In the evening, enjoy an authentic tribal dance performance (subject to availability).
Overnight in Kanker | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to the enchanting tribal heartland of Kondagaon and Narayanpur. Cross the picturesque Keshkal Ghat and visit Muria tribal settlements. Explore the vibrant Sunday tribal market (if timed right) and admire Bastar’s iconic handicrafts – bell metal sculptures, bamboo art, and woodcraft. In the evening, witness a spirited youth dance from the Ghotul system.
Overnight in Kanker | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey into the mesmerizing landscapes of Bastar. En route, meet the Bison Horn Maria tribes and learn about their customs, dances, and spiritual beliefs. Later, visit the awe-inspiring Chitrakote Waterfalls – India’s widest, cascading into a gorge reminiscent of Niagara Falls.
Overnight in Jagdalpur | Meals: Breakfast
Spend the day exploring the rich biodiversity of Kanger Valley National Park – home to tigers, panthers, deer, bears, and more. Visit the magnificent stalactite and stalagmite limestone caves of Kutumsar and Kailash. Witness the powerful Tirathgarh Waterfalls and their misty descent into the forest. End the day at the Anthropological Museum, a trove of tribal culture and history.
Overnight in Jagdalpur | Meals: Breakfast
Travel back to Raipur through the lush countryside. Known as the “rice bowl of India,” Raipur is rich in history, culture, and agriculture.
Overnight in Raipur | Meals: Breakfast
Take a spiritual and historical day trip. Visit Champaran, birthplace of Saint Vallabhacharya, and explore its temples. Continue to Turturiya, an ancient forest village with 8th-century Buddhist and Brahmanical ruins. Lastly, visit Sirpur, once the capital of South Kosala. Admire the 7th-century Laxman Temple and artifacts at the on-site museum.
Overnight in Raipur | Meals: Breakfast
Take a spiritual and historical day trip. Visit Champaran, birthplace of Saint Vallabhacharya, and explore its temples. Continue to Turturiya, an ancient forest village with 8th-century Buddhist and Brahmanical ruins. Lastly, visit Sirpur, once the capital of South Kosala. Admire the 7th-century Laxman Temple and artifacts at the on-site museum.
Overnight in Raipur | Meals: Breakfast
