Ujjain Tour Packages
Ujjain is one of the seven sacred cities of Hinduism and home to the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, famous for its pre-dawn Bhasma Aarti. The city on the Shipra river hosts the Simhastha Kumbh every twelve years.
Ujjain at a glance
- LocationMadhya Pradesh, India
- Time zoneIndian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+91
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- LanguagesHindi
- Ideal stay1–2 days
- Getting thereIndore Airport (IDR), about 55 km
Best time to visit: October to March
Top Ujjain travel packages
A few of our Ujjain itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Essential tips for travelling to Ujjain
UPI and cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels; keep some cash for small shops, rural areas, hill towns and tips.
Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
112 (all emergencies)
Languages spoken: Hindi.
Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur and Khajuraho have airports. Overnight trains are handy for the longer hops between parks.
Core zones of the tiger reserves close one day a week (usually Wednesday afternoon) and during the monsoon.
Combine Khajuraho with Orchha; they are about four hours apart by road.
Bhasma Aarti bookings open online in advance and fill fast; there is a strict dress code.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Ujjain
Ujjain is one of the seven sacred cities of Hinduism and home to the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, famous for its pre-dawn Bhasma Aarti. The city on the Shipra river hosts the Simhastha Kumbh every twelve years.
Highlights include Mahakaleshwar Temple, Mahakal Lok corridor, Ram Ghat and Kal Bhairav Temple. Local food worth trying: Poha, Dal bafla and Indori street food (nearby). Plan 1–2 days here; it suits pilgrims, families. Our Ujjain itineraries run from 3 to 7 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
October to March. Comfortable for temple visits.
How to reach Ujjain
- By air: Indore Airport (IDR), about 55 km
- By rail: Ujjain Junction
- By road: About 1.5 hours from Indore
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
3D / 2NUjjainUjjain & Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Yatra
The Mahakaleshwar Bhasma Aarti, the Mahakal Lok corridor and a day trip to the island jyotirlinga at Omkareshwar.
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7D / 6NBhopal & Sanchi · Ujjain · Khajuraho · Bandhavgarh National ParkHeart of India Tour
Temples, stupas and tigers: Sanchi, Ujjain, Khajuraho and Bandhavgarh in one Madhya Pradesh journey.
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4D / 3NIndore · UjjainIndore, Ujjain & Mandu
Indore's Sarafa night food street and a day at Mandu's palaces, then the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga and bhasma aarti in Ujjain.
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Top things to see in Ujjain
UjjainNew temple corridor with sculptures
UjjainEvening aarti on the Shipra
Madhya PradeshUnusual temple tradition
Madhya PradeshEighteenth-century observatory
Cultural experiences in Ujjain
Heritage and landmarks
UjjainJyotirlinga with the Bhasma Aarti
UjjainNew temple corridor with sculptures
UjjainEvening aarti on the Shipra
Madhya PradeshUnusual temple tradition
Experiences
- Bhasma Aarti
- Shipra aarti
On the menuFood to try
- Poha
- Dal bafla
- Indori street food (nearby)
Ujjain travel tips
Visa and entry
Indian citizens do not need a visa; carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or a passport for hotels and flights.
Health and safety
Travel insurance is a good idea, especially for adventure activities. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Best time to visit
October to March. Comfortable for temple visits.
Getting around
Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur and Khajuraho have airports. Overnight trains are handy for the longer hops between parks.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Mobile data is good in towns and cities. Coverage can be patchy in remote, hill and forest areas, so download offline maps before you set off.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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