From Delhi: 5-Day Khajuraho, Orchha, Gwalior & Jhansi Tour
ID: GYG1126623-1729088
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Pays: Inde
Durée du projet:
5 jours
Description
Explore the heritage of Khajuraho, Orchha, Gwalior and Jhansi Tour experience on a 5-day tour from Delhi. Discover temples, forts, and palaces, and experience local culture and cuisine.
Day 1: Delhi to Khajuraho
Depart Delhi by overnight train or morning flight to Khajuraho. Check in at a boutique heritage hotel. Begin your journey with a guided walk through the Western Group of Temples, marveling at the intricate sculptures of Kandariya Mahadeva, Lakshmana, and Vishvanath Temples. Explore the Archaeological Museum for context on Chandela art.
In the evening, attend the Sound & Light Show at the Western Temples complex, a poetic narration of Khajuraho’s history under the stars. Enjoy dinner at Raja Café overlooking the temple complex.
Day 2: Khajuraho’s Hidden Corners & Village Life
Visit the Eastern Group (Jain temples – Parsvanath, Adinath, Ghantai). Continue to the Southern Group for Duladeo and Chaturbhuj Temples. Have lunch at a local homestay or Khajuraho Heritage Café.
Join a village cycling tour or pottery and weaving workshop in Rajinagar village to experience Bundelkhand’s rural charm. Optionally, enjoy a yoga session near the temple lawns or a sunset view from Beni Sagar Lake.
Day 3: Khajuraho to Orchha
Take a scenic drive to Orchha, a medieval town frozen in time. Check in at a riverside hotel. Explore the Orchha Fort Complex: Jehangir Mahal, Raj Mahal, and Rai Praveen Mahal. Visit the Ram Raja Temple, unique as it’s the only temple where Lord Ram is worshipped as a king.
Attend the aarti (evening prayer) at Chaturbhuj Temple for a soulful experience. Have dinner by the Betwa River and try Bundelkhandi Thali and mahua wine.
Day 4: Orchha to Jhansi to Gwalior
Take a short drive to Jhansi. Visit the Jhansi Fort and Rani Mahal Museum to relive tales of Rani Laxmi Bai’s valor. Enjoy a quick street food break and try poha jalebi at a local stall. Continue to Gwalior and check in at a heritage hotel.
Visit the majestic Gwalior Fort, Sas Bahu Temples, and Teli ka Mandir. Optionally, attend the Sound & Light Show at Gwalior Fort. Have dinner with local live music at Indian Coffee House or Silver Saloon Restaurant.
Day 5: Gwalior to Delhi
Visit the Jai Vilas Palace & Museum, the opulent residence of the Scindia family. Stroll through the Patankar Bazaar for leather crafts, handlooms, and souvenirs. Have lunch at Moti Mahal or SaSa Restaurant. Depart to Delhi by Afternoon Shatabdi Express or flight.
Faits saillants
- Marvel at the intricate sculptures of the Western Group of Temples
- Explore the Orchha Fort Complex and visit the Ram Raja Temple
- Visit the majestic Gwalior Fort, Sas Bahu Temples, and Teli ka Mandir
- Experience the Sound & Light Show at the Western Temples complex
- Discover the Jai Vilas Palace & Museum, the residence of the Scindia family
Langues
INFORMATION IMPORTANTE
The tour involves a fair amount of walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
Weather can vary, so bring appropriate clothing.
Some activities are optional and may incur additional costs.
INCLUS
- Overnight train or morning flight from Delhi to Khajuraho
- Guided walk through Western Group of Temples
- Visit to Archaeological Museum
- Sound & Light Show at Western Temples complex
- Visit to Eastern & Southern Temples
- Village cycling tour or pottery & weaving workshop
- Scenic drive to Orchha
- Riverside hotel stay
- Explore Orchha Fort Complex
- Visit Ram Raja Temple
- Visit Jhansi Fort and Rani Mahal Museum
- Visit Gwalior Fort, Sas Bahu Temples, and Teli ka Mandir
- Visit Jai Vilas Palace & Museum
- Stroll through Patankar Bazaar
- Return to Delhi by Shatabdi Express or flight
NON INCLUS
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Optional experiences like cooking class, astrophotography night, guided heritage walk, folk music & dance show
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Annulations
Cette excursion peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à : heures d'annulation avant le début du voyage. Si vous l'annulez après les heures d'annulation ou si vous ne vous présentez pas à l'excursion, le prix total de l'activité vous sera toujours facturé. Tout retard à la prise en charge ou au départ sera considéré comme un retard.