Narmada Parikrama Tour

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Indore - Omkareshwar

Arrive Indore Railway Station, report to our Tour Manager at 10:00 and proceed to Omkareshwar. Check in Hotel, have lunch and visit Omkareshwar Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. Also visit Mammleshwar Temple. After visit Priest will tell all the procedure of Narmada Parikrama and rules to be followed during the Parikrama. Return to hotel, have dinner and rest. Overnight at Omkareshwar hotel. (B, D)

Day 2: Omkareshwar-Shahada

After early breakfast proceed to Dakshin Ghat and perform Puja to start your Parikrama. Return hotel and have Lunch. Check out hotel and proceed to Shahada. Overnight at Shahada. (B)

Day 3: Shahada-Ankaleshwar

After early breakfast proceed to Ankaleshwar. Enroure visit Kashivishweshwar temple, Pushpdanteshwar temple and Kedareshwar Temple in Prakasha Village. Reach Ankaleshwar, check in hotel and have dinner. Overnight at Ankaleshar. (B L, D)

Day 4: Ankaleshwar-Garudeshwar

After early breakfast proceed to Vimaleshwar, Visit Narmada Mata Temple Vimaleshwar Mahadecv Temple. From Vimaleshwar ride small boats and cross the sea to reach Dahej on another bank of river. Have lunch and proceed to Garudeshwar. Check in hotel and have dinner. Overninght at Garudeshwar. (B, D)

Day 5: Garudeshwar- Maheshwar

After early breakfast proceed to visit Ek Mukhi Datta Temple, Tembhe swami Ashram, Narmada Ghat and other temples. Visit Statue of Unity and Narmada Dam and return hotel. Have lunch and proceed to Maheshwar. (B, D)

Day 6: Maheshwar-Ujjain

After Early Breakfast, visit Narmada Ghat, Maheshwar Fort and Residence of Maharani Ahilya Devi Holkar. Return hotel and have lunch and proceed to Ujjain. Reach Ujjain and visit Mahakaleshwar Temple, Kalbhairav Temple and check in hotel have dinner. Overnight at hotel. (B, D)

Day 7: Ujjain-Nemawar-Bhopal

After early breakfast proceed to Bhopal. Enroute visit Nemawar, famous Mahadev Temple. Have lunch there and resume the journey. Reach Bhopal, check in Hotel. Overnight Bhopal. (B, D)

Day 8: Bhopal-Jabalpur

After early breakfast proceed to Jabalpur. Enroute have lunch. Reach Jabalpur by evening and have Dinner. Overnight at Jabalpur. (B, D)

Day 9: Jabalpur-Amarkantahak

After Early Breakfast proceed to Amarkanthak. Enroute have lunch and reach Amarkanthak by evening, check in hotel and have dinner. Overnight at Amarkanthak. (B, D)

Day 10: Amarkanthak Local sightseeing

Today visit Kapil Dhara waterfalls, Doodh waterfalls, Kapil Muni Cave and Narmada Mandir. Return hotel for lunch and rest. By evening visit Narmada Mandir and attend Narmada Aarti. Return Hotel and have dinner. Overnight at Amarkanthak. (B, D)

Day 11: Amarkantahak - Narsingpur

Early in the morning check out hotel and proceed to Mai ki Bagiya to change the Bank and perform Puja. After Puja have breakfast and proceed to Narsingpur. Reach hotel by evening and have dinner. Overnight at Narsingpur. (B, D)

Day 12: Narsingpur-Hoshangabad

After early breakfast proceed to Hoshangabad. Enroute visit Barman Ghat, Have lunch. Reach hotel by evening 5 pm. Check in Hotel. Visit Sethani Ghat for Evening Narmada Aarti. Return hotel and have dinner. Overnight at Hoshangabad. (B, D)

Day 13: Hoshangabad-Omkareshwar

Early morning check out from hotel and proceed to Omkareshwar. Enroute have breakfast and reach Omkareshwar hotel at the time of lunch. Check in hotel and have rest. By evening visit Omkareshwar temple and Dakshin Ghat for performing puja of completing your Narmada Parikrama. Return Hotel, have dinner. Overnight at Omkareshwar. (B, D)

Day 14: Omkareshwar-Indore

After breakfast proceed to Indore. Reach railway station/ Airport. Tour Concludes. (B)

Hotels Envisaged as follows

• Omkareshwar : 02 Nights in Hotel
• Shahada : 01 Night in Hotel
• Ankaleshwar : 01 Night in Hotel
• Garudeshwar : 01 Night in Hotel
• Maheshwar : 01 Night in Hotel
• Ujjan : 01 Night in Hotel
• Bhopal : 01 Night in Hotel
• Jabalpur : 01 Night in Hotel
• Amarkanthak : 02 Nights in Non AC Hotel
• Narsingpur : 01 Night in Hotel
• Hoshangabad : 01 Night in Hotel

Tour Additional Information

Notes

• Accommodation will be provided in Budgeted hotels.
• Kitchen Operated Tour.
• Submit photocopies of Passport/ Voter’s ID/ Driving License/ Aadhar Card at the time of booking.
• Hotel Accommodation provided in, will be in A/C Rooms & Non A/C Rooms at Amarkantahak

Inclusion & Exclusion

Package Include

• Accommodation as per the itinerary.
• All transfers & sightseeing by AC Vehicle as per itinerary.(AC will not work in Hilly Area)
• Meals – Breakfast, & Dinner as mentioned in the itinerary.
• All entry fees as per itinerary.

Package Exclude

• GST 5% over the tour cost mentioned.
• Cost of pre or post tour hotel accommodation, early check in or late check out charges.
• Any Special Darshan/ Pooja, Abhishek charges.
• Any increase in Airfare, Airport taxes, Govt Taxes, Fuel Surcharges and any applicability of new taxes from Govt.
• Any extra cost incurred on behalf of an individual due to illness, accident, hospitalization, or any personal emergency
• Any charges for extra ride, Porterage, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, wines & alcoholic beverages, items of personal nature and food or drink which is not part of a set group menu.
• Any services or activity charges other than those included in the group tour itinerary
• Anything specifically not mentioned in the ‘tour price includes’ column

Tips for Travellers for Planning their Tour

Narmada Parikrama Travel Guide: Sacred Circuits

The Narmada Parikrama is one of India’s most unique pilgrimages—a complete circumambulation of the holy Narmada River, considered a living goddess in Hindu tradition. Unlike pilgrimages that end at a single shrine, this sacred journey honors the entire river, covering nearly 3,500–3,800 kilometers from her source at Amarkantak (Madhya Pradesh) to her mouth at Bharuch (Gujarat), and back along the opposite bank.

Traditionally performed on foot in 200–250 days, the Parikrama can also be undertaken by road journeys or guided tours, making it accessible for both ascetics and modern travelers. This guide brings together the route, highlights, rituals, and tips for anyone considering this sacred circuit.

Route Overview: The Sacred Circuit

• Starting Point: Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh – Source of the Narmada.
• Southern Bank Journey: Through Mandla, Jabalpur, Hoshangabad, Omkareshwar, Maheshwar, Barwani, to Bharuch, Gujarat.
• River Mouth Crossing: Pilgrims ferry across at Bharuch, where the Narmada meets the Arabian Sea.
• Northern Bank Return: Via Ujjain, Dewas, Sehore, and other towns, finally circling back to Amarkantak.

Key Spiritual Highlights

• Amarkantak – Sacred origin of the Narmada, with ancient temples.
• Omkareshwar – Island shrine and Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva.
• Maheshwar – Historic ghats, temples, and Ahilyabai Holkar’s legacy.
• Jabalpur & Bhedaghat – Marble Rocks and the powerful Dhuandhar Falls.
• Bharuch – Where the Narmada merges with the Arabian Sea.
• Ujjain – Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga and deep-rooted traditions.

Rituals and Traditions

• Keep the river to your right throughout the journey.
• Do not cross the river, except at its mouth in Bharuch.
• Daily bathing, puja, and aarti along the ghats.
• Simplicity – pilgrims often eat frugally, walk barefoot, and live with minimal belongings.
• Offerings – lamps, flowers, and prayers to the river goddess.

Modes of Pilgrimage

• Pad Yatra (On Foot): The traditional and most spiritually fulfilling method, taking ~7–8 months.
• Road Journey: By private vehicle or group tours; takes 15–20 days to cover major highlights.
• Partial Parikrama: For those short on time, focusing on key spiritual towns and ghats.

Best Time to Travel

• October to March – Pleasant weather and full river after the monsoon.
• Avoid peak summers (April–June) due to heat and water scarcity.
• Monsoon season (July–September) offers beauty but can make walking and crossings difficult.

Travel Tips

• Carry essentials: Comfortable walking gear, basic medicines, water bottles, light clothing.
• Accommodation: Ashrams, dharamshalas, temples, and simple guesthouses along the route.
• Respect local customs: Dress modestly, follow temple rules, and honor the traditions of Parikramavasis.
• Health & safety: Prepare for long walks, varying terrains, and rural conditions.