Gems of Malwa – Mandu and Maheshwar

Situated at the heart of the country and set against the backdrop of the Vindhya Range, the ancient fortress town of Mandu perches atop a sparsely forested plateau. It is believed Mandu was built in the 6th century, and has seen the rise and fall of many dynasties. As a result, it houses some of the finest examples of architecture in India.

Our trip begins in Mandu, exploring the grand architecture of a once powerful kingdom. Rewa Kund, Bez Bahadur Palace, and Roopmati Pavilion are the sites we visit first. Enjoy visits also to other points of architectural glory, such as the Jahaz Mahal, Jami Mosque, Hoshni Shah Tomb, Ashrafi Mahal, and Neelkanth Temple. Also witness a memorable sunset over the Narmada Valley.

We then head over to Maheshwar, which has been a centre of handloom weaving since the 5th century. Enjoy shopping for Maheshwari sarees at one of the centres of India’s finest handloom tradition. These sarees are woven with unique designs involving floral borders, and stripes and checks.

Join Women on Their Own Trip on a tour to Mandu and Maheshwar in the heart of India if you wish to go off the beaten track. We assure you it will be a short getaway you will not regret!

• Get to see some exquisite mosques, beautiful forts & palaces dating back to the 6^th
• Witness a mesmerising sunset over the Narmada valley.
• Maheshwar has been a centre of handloom weaving since the 5th century. It is the home of one of India’s finest handloom fabric traditions. Rajwada is famous for its traditional weaving – you will get time to indulge in saree shopping.
• Trip is planned during the receding monsoon to see Mandu in all its post monsoon glory.

COST

• Twin sharing basis – Rs 29,500 (inclusive of 5% GST)
• Early bird discount – Rs 1000 less, offer valid till 20^th July
• Single room basis – Rs 38,000 (inclusive of 5% GST)
• Early bird discount – Rs 1000 less, offer valid till 20^th July

NOTES

• We need minimum 7 confirmations to do this tour.
• The only half-way decent place to stay in the area is the MP Tourism property. They have very limited twin-bedded rooms, so we may get some double-bedded rooms.
• Please check train / flight timings with us before booking.

PAYMENT PLAN

• Please pay Rs.5,000 as booking deposit to confirm your spot.
• Balance payment due by 30^th July

CANCELLATION POLICY

• Complete refund if cancelled 90 days prior to the actual trip
• 90 days – 60 days – Booking amount non refundable, complete refund for the balance
• 60 days – 50 days – 75% refund of total amount
• 50 days – 30 days – 25% refund of total amount
• 30 days – 15 days – 10% refund of total amount
• 15 days – 0 – no refund

INCLUSIONS

• Accommodation on a Twin sharing basis
• All meals as mentioned in the itinerary
• All transfers in a tempo traveller as mentioned in the itinerary
• All sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
• English-speaking guide throughout the trip
• Services of a trip lead from Women on Their Own Trip throughout the trip

EXCLUSIONS

• Train / air fare to Indore
• Any beverages, alcoholic or non-alcoholic, including bottled water at meals / Snacks
• Telephone calls
• Any personal camera fees
• Tips for guides and driver or portages
• Travel insurance
• Any meal not mentioned above
• Any personal expenses, such as laundry, phone calls, portage, etc.
• Any other item / services not mentioned in inclusions above
• Any cost arising out of unforeseen circumstances like ill‐health, land blocks, bad weather, etc.