Bhopal

Bhopal Tour Packages

Are you interested in a cultural heritage site? Or want to explore a city that is as old as this cultural civilization is? Are you here looking for a Bhopal holiday package? 

If so, don't wander here and there, just give us a call and book your well customised Bhopal tour package with Xenium Holidays, that too on an affordable deal. But let us give you context of how it feels when one travels to Bhopal. 

So basically Bhopal is the capital city of Madhya Pradesh which always has the best spot for a weekend Bhopal tour package or a family tour of Bhopal itself. Its amenities range from natural lakes, art museums, elegant Haveli and palaces, exquisite museums, the ancient historical monuments dating back to the Mughal period, architectural masterpieces to all sorts of traditional local and rustic markets. 

So the city is divided into two parts taken from the upper lake and the lower lake, and the Northern side of the lake is said to be the old town which is the home to ancient mosques, local markets, Havelis, and the serpentine alleys, etc. On the other hand if you move towards the southern side, the city of Bhopal shows you the modern blend with traditional pursuit having a contrast of extravagant life without guilt. So by the next time, if you're willing to witness the raw and the developed or developing side of a city, Bhopal should be your go to place. Also, you can sample the best bhopali cuisine, nawabi delicacies, mughlai culinary dishes and so on. 

What are the major tourist places to visit in Bhopal?

Bhopal is home to several historical sites with the finest of ancient architecture, infra masterpieces, and age-old temples. Apart from this, you can also visit nature spots, lakes, beautifully intricate palaces, museums, forts, etc. 

Here is a list of famous tourist places of Bhopal which you must visit while travelling there:-

• Birla Mandir and museum
• Sanchi stupa
• Udaygiri caves
• Bhojpur Temple 
• Bharat Bhavan
• Van vihar National Park 
• Bhimbetka Rock Shelters
• Upper lake
• Lower lake 
• Indira Gandhi rashtriya Manav sangrhalay 
• Gauhar Mahal
• Shaukat Mahal 
• Moti masjid 
• Jama Masjid 
• Archaeological Museum 
• Taj ul Masjid 
• DB City Mall 
• Rani kamlapati palace 
• Raisen fort 
• Sardar Manzil 
• Yodhasthal
• Tribal museum 
• Bori Wildlife Sanctuary, and so on

Amazing things to do while travelling to Bhopal

Needless to say, why Bhopal is known by the name ‘the city of lakes’. It has several amazing places where you can enjoy these activities and take a trail of adventure and joy with our Bhopal tour packages. Here is what are the things to do while travelling to Bhopal:-

• Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya: Explore this cultural heritage site and witness the fascinating history that it upholds inside the museum. 
• Sanchi Stupas: If you are finding peace and serenity within a spot, the ancient Buddhist architecture of Sanchi Stupa will give you the chance to witness spirituality and serenity. 
• Bhimbetka Rock Shelters: This is a pre-historic site that spells the beauty of cave paintings and the stories of human civilization which you will not get tired of witnessing. 
• Taj-ul-Masjid: It’s one of the largest mosques in Asia, exploring the iconic beauty of its grandeurs and old infra. 
• Lower Lake and Upper Lake: You can enjoy boat riding at the Lower Lake to take sight of the city’s charm and wander across the Upper Lake to sample the street foods of Bhopal and calm yourself with its ambiance.
• Van Vihar National Park: if you are fond of nature and wildlife, this National park will give you a peaceful escape from the hotchpotch and chaos of the city and you can spot many wildlife species roaming around the area. Many forest and wildlife enthusiasts visit Van vihar National park every day.
• Yodhasthal: Yodhasthal is a military museum which depicts the courage of our soldiers, you can pay tribute to them here.

• Seek blessings at the Laxmi Narayan Temple
• Bharat Bhavan: if you're interested in knowing the contemporary arts and culture of India, Bharat Bhavan is your spot to visit while travelling to Bhopal 

Note:- Though Bhopal is considered safe to be in or visit there, you must travel safely with all the precautions related to your safety. Also, keeping a tourist spot clean and tidy will help you and other tourists to roam freely and comfortably. 

What is the best time to visit Bhopal? 

Here is when should you visit Bhopal so that you can have an unparalleled experience of your Bhopal trip and you can enjoy some of the mainstream and amazing activities while visiting there:-

April to June

These months of summer are certain to be hot and dry which may make you feel uncomfortable for a while because exploring the city of Bhopal amid heat waves is not really a good idea. However, if you visit Bhopal during summer, make sure that you are properly hydrated and beat the heat while managing your time well. Avoid the daytime to visit a place where you can go for the sightseeing either early morning or in the evening. Also you must book your Bhopal tour package with Xenium Holidays as we offer an affordable and the most comfortable travel experience, ranging from luxurious stays to air conditioned private traveller vehicles. 

July to September

These months of monsoons are said to be the best time to visit Bhopal when temperature is lower and you can enjoy the sightseeing spots of Bhopal with a little more comfort. Apart from this, the lush green ambience of Bhopal will add a cherry on the cake with its breathtaking beauty all across the city. 

October to March

These months are usually cool and offer a pink blossom experience throughout your Bhopal trip. It is often considered to be the bestest of the best time to visit Bhopal as countless tourists hop on to visit from all across India and the world. 

How can I reach Bhopal?

The heart of India and a gem of Indian tourism, Bhopal is the hub of eco tourism with a well established transportation facilitation system connecting major parts of Madhya Pradesh to other states and cities of India through Railways, Airways, Roadways, and so on. Here is a guide for reaching Bhopal by different means of transportation which will guide you to navigate your way to the most beautiful and amazing trip to Bhopal:- 

By Air

The Bhoj International Airport is an international airport site which facilitates flights coming from major parts of India and other parts of the world. The city of Bhopal is located almost 13 km away from Bhoj International Airport from where you can take a direct cab or taxi or a personal vehicle after reaching there. Government run buses also operate from outside of the airport which you can take other than cab or taxi. The biggest airlines such as Vistara, Air India, Jet Airways, and more provide facilities for flight connecting to Bhopal and other parts of India and the world. 

By Train

Bhopal is a well connected railway station itself which is easily accessible from all across India. Bhopal is the capital city of Madhya Pradesh and that doesn't mean you only have to choose Bhopal as your arrival destination if you are travelling by a train. Apart from the Bhopal junction you can also choose Diwanganj station, Habibganj station, Nishatpura station, Bairagarh station, and so on. However if you are reaching at Bhopal junction, you can reach the main city in approximately 10 minutes that you can also take a private cab, personal vehicle or State transport like bus or an auto to reach further destination.

By Road

If you wish to travel Bhopal through roadways, let us tell you that Bhopal is not going to disappoint you anytime. People who wish to come to Bhopal from its neighbourhood cities including Delhi, Lucknow, Pune, Mumbai, Agra, Hyderabad, or other, experience the eloquent beauty of nature and the alluring highways. If you are sceptical of going to Bhopal via National Highways or state highways, give a chance to your favourite traveller agent Xenium Holidays and we will make sure for the rest of your comfortable journey to Bhopal.

 

Here is the list of the cities which are at a certain distance from Bhopal, and it will guide you to reach there without any hassle. Please note that the distance mentioned below from the following cities to Bhopal is an approximate value and not a fixed distance. Let's have it read:

• Delhi - Bhopal: 796 kilometres 
• Mumbai - Bhopal: 776 kilometres 
• Pune - Bhopal: 785 kilometres 
• Ahmedabad - Bhopal: 587 kilometres 
• Bangalore - Bhopal: 1,439 kilometres 
• Hyderabad - Bhopal: 850 kilometres 
• Chennai - Bhopal: 1,473 kilometres 
• Kolkata - Bhopal: 1,423 kilometres 

Give me a list of must try regional cuisines of Bhopal 

Have you ever wondered how much the Bhopali cuisine can change your mind about food?

If not, let us take you on a trail of food culture of Bhopal. It used to be the royal state of Madhya Bharat which relished the authentic royal taste of food as well. Apart from this the local cuisine of Bhopal has a historical and flavourful blend of culinary richness served in a platter that comes in a variety of vegetarian and non vegetarian options. There is no doubt about how Bhopal and its authentic cuisine was influenced by Mughals with somehow is the elaborative delicacies until now. We have listed some of the mouth watering dishes around which you should eat while travelling to Bhopal:- 

• Biryani
• Kebabs
• Chicken Tikka
• Korma
• Rogan Josh 
• Dal Bafla
• Lassi
• Sugarcane Juice 
• Bhopali Paan (Betel leaf), and so on