Chikhaldara Tour Package from Surat (2 Days)
2-day Chikhaldara tour from Surat: Amravati and Chikhaldara. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹5,270 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
20° – 28°C
October in Chikhaldara
Description
2-day Chikhaldara tour from Surat: Amravati and Chikhaldara. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹5,270 per person.
This 2 days 1 night itinerary covers 5 handpicked stops, including Bhimkund, Panchbol Point, Sunset Point and more. July–February is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 1-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Chikhaldara. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Chikhaldara
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 12°C – 38°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Surat to Chikhaldara
Reach Amravati by train from Surat, where our driver meets you. Drive from Amravati to Chikhaldara (about 101 km, 2 hrs). Check in at your hotel in Chikhaldara. The last stretch climbs through the Melghat forest. After lunch, visit the viewpoints on the rim of the plateau, Bhimkund and Panchbol Point, and end the day at Sunset Point. The town is small and quiet, so evenings are for the views and a walk. Overnight stay in Chikhaldara.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Surat to Amravati
607 km · ~12h 48m · About 12h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Surat
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
154 km · 3h 4m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 304Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 454Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
154 km · 3h 4m drive from previous stop
Arrive in AmravatiAmravati, Maharashtra
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Surat to Amravati
607 km · ~13h 29m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Surat
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Surat. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Surat → Amravati
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~607 km
~13h 29m|Tentative fare ₹670–₹1,750
- Arrive in Amravati
Amravati, Maharashtra
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Surat to Amravati
Nearest railway stations: Udhna Jn for Surat, Badnera Jn for Amravati.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Amravati to Chikhaldara
101 km · ~2h 1m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Amravati
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
101 km · 2h 1m drive from previous stop
Arrive in ChikhaldaraChikhaldara, Maharashtra
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Amravati to Chikhaldara
101 km · ~2h 15m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Amravati
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Amravati. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Amravati → Chikhaldara
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~101 km
~2h 15m|Tentative fare ₹110–₹330
- Arrive in Chikhaldara
Chikhaldara, Maharashtra
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Amravati to Chikhaldara
Nearest railway stations: Badnera Jn for Amravati, Akot (about 49 km away) for Chikhaldara.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 3h 11m in total
Change trains at Akola Jn — about 43m wait
1 change · 3h 11m in total
Change trains at Akola Jn — about 43m wait
1 change · 3h 59m in total
Change trains at Akola Jn — about 1h 23m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Bhimkund
A deep pool and gorge where Bhima is said to have bathed after killing Kichaka.
- 2
Panchbol Point
A viewpoint over five valleys, known for its echo.
- 3
Sunset Point
The evening view over the Satpura ridges.
Gavilgad Fort and back to Surat
After breakfast, visit Gavilgad Fort, the old hill fort of the Berar sultans, and Hurricane Point. On the way down, stop at the Semadoh nature centre in Melghat if you want a short forest walk. Drive from Chikhaldara to Amravati (about 103 km, 2 hrs). Board the train from Amravati back to Surat (about 602 km), and the tour ends.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Chikhaldara to Amravati
103 km · ~2h 4m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Chikhaldara
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
103 km · 2h 4m drive from previous stop
Arrive in AmravatiAmravati, Maharashtra
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Chikhaldara to Amravati
103 km · ~2h 17m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Chikhaldara
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Chikhaldara. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Chikhaldara → Amravati
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~103 km
~2h 17m|Tentative fare ₹110–₹340
- Arrive in Amravati
Amravati, Maharashtra
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Chikhaldara to Amravati
Nearest railway stations: Akot (about 49 km away) for Chikhaldara, Badnera Jn for Amravati.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 6h 6m in total
Change trains at Akola Jn — about 1h 48m wait
1 change · 6h 53m in total
Change trains at Akola Jn — about 2h 38m wait
1 change · 7h 2m in total
Change trains at Akola Jn — about 1h 53m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Amravati to Surat
602 km · ~12h 42m · About 12h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Amravati
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
151 km · 3h 1m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 301Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 451Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
151 km · 3h 1m drive from previous stop
Arrive in SuratSurat, Gujarat
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Amravati to Surat
602 km · ~13h 23m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Amravati
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Amravati. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Amravati → Surat
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~602 km
~13h 23m|Tentative fare ₹660–₹1,740
- Arrive in Surat
Surat, Gujarat
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Amravati to Surat
Nearest railway stations: Badnera Jn for Amravati, Udhna Jn for Surat.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Gavilgad Fort
A 15th-century hill fort with gates and cannons, on the edge of the plateau.
- 2
Hurricane Point
A windy viewpoint over the valley.
Tour Overview
Chikhaldara is the only hill station of Vidarbha, at about 1,100 m in the Satpura range, on the edge of the Melghat Tiger Reserve. It is at its greenest in the monsoon, when the valleys fill with mist and waterfalls.
This 2-day, 1-night package starts and ends in Surat. The route runs Surat → Amravati → Chikhaldara → Amravati → Surat, about 1,413 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Chikhaldara Tour from Surat
- Bhimkund
- Panchbol Point
- Sunset Point
- Gavilgad Fort
- Hurricane Point
Inclusions in the Chikhaldara Tour Package
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Surat for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Chikhaldara Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
Online booking: pay ₹1,000 per person at the time of booking to confirm your tour (no advance for children under 6). This amount is adjusted against the 20 percent advance below.
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Chikhaldara Tour
Best time to visit: July–February
Route: Surat → Amravati → Chikhaldara → Amravati → Surat (about 1,413 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Amravati and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Chikhaldara, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Surat. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹18,740 | ₹8,270 | ₹7,480 |
| 33 Persons | ₹15,370 | ₹7,430 | ₹6,650 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹13,600 | ₹6,830 | ₹6,050 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹12,540 | ₹6,490 | ₹5,710 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹10,760 | ₹6,060 | ₹5,270 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
By cab from Surat the drive is about 523 km each way, so the cab option adds about 1 travel day each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Amravati and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Bhimkund
- Panchbol Point
- Sunset Point
- Gavilgad Fort
- Hurricane Point
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
July–February is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Surat for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Light jacket or sweater
- Umbrella or raincoat
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: July–February
Route: Surat → Amravati → Chikhaldara → Amravati → Surat (about 1,413 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Amravati and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Chikhaldara, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
2 days and 1 night. It starts from Surat on day 1 and you are back in Surat on day 2. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Surat → Amravati → Chikhaldara → Amravati → Surat. That is about 1,413 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹7,480 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹5,270 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Surat and back. By cab from Surat the drive is about 523 km each way, so the cab option adds about 1 travel day each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Amravati and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
July–February.
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