Fly into Indore & Explore Ujjain, Omkareshwar, Maheshwar, Mandu & More in 5 Epic Days
- Vedant Chahal
- Aug 22
- 2 min read
✈️ If you’re short on time but high on devotion and desi wanderlust, this spiritual + historical + foodie circuit starting from Indore is your perfect 5-day escape. Think Jyotirlinga darshan, scenic riverside ghats, mighty forts, and Indori namkeen all rolled into one tight itinerary.
No need to drive from Delhi or Mumbai – just fly into Indore, and let the Mahadev vibes take over from there! 😍
🧭 Day-wise Plan at a Glance
🗓️ Day 1 – Indore Arrival + Local Food & Culture
Fly into Indore ✈️
Visit: Rajwada Palace 🏰, Lal Bagh Palace, Khajrana Ganesh Mandir 🙏
Evening street food crawl at Sarafa Bazaar 🍢🍨
🗓️ Day 2 – Ujjain: City of Mahakal
Early drive to Ujjain (1.5 hrs)
Attend Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple 🕉️ (⏰ book in advance!)
Visit Kal Bhairav, Ram Ghat, Harsiddhi Temple, Sandipani Ashram
Normal darshan + darshan tokens available online 🎟️
🗓️ Day 3 – Omkareshwar & Back
Early morning drive to Omkareshwar (2.5–3 hrs)
Boat ride to Jyotirlinga Mandir 🚣
Visit Mamleshwar Temple, Om-shaped island trek 🌀
Return to Indore by night
🗓️ Day 4 – Mandu Day Trip: Love & Legends
Leave by 7 AM for Mandu (3 hrs)
Explore: Jahaz Mahal 🚢, Baz Bahadur Palace, Roopmati Pavilion 🕌
Sunset at Hoshang Shah’s Tomb 🌇
Return to Indore
🗓️ Day 5 – Maheshwar + Departure
Drive to Maheshwar (1.5–2 hrs)
Ahilyabai Fort, riverfront ghat, handloom shopping 🧵
Light lunch + fly out from Indore in the evening ✈️
🧳 Travel Tips & Info
✅ Flight Tips Indore Airport (IDR) has direct flights from 🛫 Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Nagpur, Kolkata, Raipur.
✅ What to Wear for Mahakal Darshan
Men: White kurta-pyjama preferred for Bhasma Aarti
Women: Saree or suit recommended
Arrive by 11 PM the night before if you want to be in front rows
✅ Best Time to VisitOctober to March for pleasant weather and festive vibes 🌤️
✅ Booking & Permissions
Bhasma Aarti: Must book in advance via Ujjain Mahakal Online
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