Things To Do in Central & West India

With its endless sandy beaches and blue waters, Goa is a beach lover’s paradise! Unwind on its stunning beaches as you watch beautiful sunsets, eat delicious seafood and if you fancy an adrenalin rush, enjoy the watersports on offer!

But the legendary beaches of Goa are just one among the many highlights of the city. In addition to Hindu temples, you will find magnificent church buildings that recall the Portuguese past of the city.

On a tiger safari in Tadoba National Park, you will see the wild cats, Sambar deer, Nilgai antelopes among other animals. Panna Tiger Reserve or Pench National Park are also ideal to encounter these majestic big cats.

Perhaps the most famous though is Kanha Tiger Reserve, home to a large number of Royal Bengal Tigers as well as stunning natural beauty.

The salt desert Rann of Kutch is a wide, barren landscape away from the beaten track. In the small villages of this secluded region, traditional customs have managed to survive the test of time.

In the winter thousands of flamingos and pelicans inhabit this surreal yet beautiful area. The region is also famous for the Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary.

The old town (Pesha) of Pune charms travelers with its narrow streets, charming wooden studios and the lively Mahatma Phule market.

Pune is a city where the old coexists peacefully with the new – it is a rising IT hub in India and home to several popular religious and historical landmarks!

Experience a lively and modern metropolis with all its facets on a tour of the Bollywood capital, Mumbai. The financial heart of India, this city boasts incredible culture and heritage and several historic monuments, including the Gateway of India.

Known for its exciting film industry, Mumbai is also home to some of India’s finest restaurants and has a bustling and vibrant street food culture.

From Aurangabad, you can reach Ajanta and Ellora, spectacular cave systems that are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Their impressive murals show scenes from the life of Buddha and the history of India.

These stunning rock-cut caves draw guests from all over the world. The most famous attraction is the massive Kailash temple.

The mosques of Bhopal are among the most magnificent in the world! The Jama Masjid Mosque is the largest in Asia, while the Taj-Ul-Masjid Mosque with its imposing pink minarets is considered the “mother of all mosques”.

Other popular mosques include the Moti Masjid, which bears a strong resemblance to the renowned Jama Masjid in Delhi.

From the city of Gir, you can reach the imposing Jain Temple on the Shatrunjaya Hills.

The Gir National Park is home to the regal Asiatic lion.

The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya should not be missed during your Indian cultural trip. This 2nd century temple complex is believed to be where Buddha achieved his enlightenment.

The town is a hub for Buddhist pilgrims. Walka around the temple as you soak in the spiritual aura, one of the top things to do in Central India.

Nashik, a place of pilgrimage, hosts every twelve years Kumbh Mela, the largest religious festival in the world. The spiritual city also houses a variety of fascinating temples and forts.

Our India specialists will be pleased to advise you on the ideal travel route and include the top highlights of India in your Central and West India tour.