Khajuraho & Varanasi Tour

Duration: 3 Nights – 4 Days
Places Covered : Delhi - Jhansi - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Delhi Departure

Tour Itinerary

Day 01: Delhi - Jhansi (By Chair Car train - Shatabdi Express 06:00- 1045 Hrs.)
Jhansi - Khajuraho via Orchha (166 kms. - 5 hrs.)
Today  take Shatabdi Express train to Jhansi. From Jhansi we drive to Khajuraho, en route we visit Orchha, located at a distance of 16 km from Jhansi. It has a medieval town atmosphere attached to it. The Betwa River quietly flows by the town. The 16th century palaces & temples built by its Bundela rulers appear to be suspended in time. We will visit Orchha Fort complex. Within the Fort complex we visit Jahangir Mahal, built by Raja Bir Singh Ju Deo in the 17th century to commemorate the visit of Emperor Jehangir to Orchha. Raj Mahal, built in the 17th century byMadhukar Shah, the deeply religious predecessor of Bir Singh Ju Deo. We also visit Ram Raja temple, palace-turned-temple with soaring spires & palatial architecture. Built by the King Madhukar Shah it is one of the most unusual temples in India & the only place where Lord Rama is worshipped as a King not as a deity.

Later we continue our drive to Khajuraho, built between 950-1050 AD by the mighty warrior kings of the Chandela dynasty, a truly inspired burst of creativity. Contain stunningly explicit erotic sculptures. They were rediscovered in the 20th century, is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Overnight Hotel - Khajuraho (B)

Day 02 : Khajuraho - Varanasi (S2 3424 @ 1345 / 1435 Hrs)     
Morning explore the Khajuraho temples, famous for the magnificent carvings depicting numerous exotic postures of the famous Kamasutra, ancient Indian work on sex. Only 22 temples survive of the 85 originally built. In fact, worship is still done today in the Matangeshwara temple, continuing an unbroken 1000 year tradition.

Later we transfer to the airport to board the flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival proceed for sightseeing of Varanasi ancient city. Varanasi-This sacred city over two thousand years old is the holiest city of the Hindus and a great centre of learning and civilization. It has now more than 200 temples and shrines. Visit Bharat Mata temple, Durga temple, Banaras Hindu University. Drive past the and local bazaars, brocades & you can also visit the famous Banarasi silk sari shops.
In the evening, observe "Aarti" ceremony at the Ghats of Ganges.

Overnight hotel - Varanasi (B)

Day 03 : Varanasi
Start your day with a boat ride over holy river Ganges which will take you to is famous bathing ghats (banks) where hundreds of pilgrims can be seen cleansing their souls by taking a holy dip. Also visit its burning ghats where bodies are cremated after performing the last rites according to ancient Hindu customs return hotel.
Later, excursion to Sarnath, the site of the deer park where Gautama Buddha is said to have given his first sermon about the basic principles of Buddhism. It has been a premier centre for Buddhism & has a rich collection of ancient Buddhist relics & antiques comprising numerous Buddha & Bodhisattva images on display at the Archaeological Museum.

After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing of Varanasi ancient city. Varanasi-This sacred city over two thousand years old is the holiest city of the Hindus and a great centre of learning and civilization. It has now more than 200 temples and shrines. Visit Bharat Mata temple, Durga temple, Banaras Hindu University. Drive past the and local bazaars, brocades & you can also visit the famous Banarasi silk sari shops.

Overnight hotel - Varanasi (B)

Day 04: Varanasi - Delhi (Spice Jet SG 233 @ 1130 / 1250 Hrs)
Today we transfer to the Varanasi airport to board the flight to Delhi. Upon arrival transfer to
airport board the international flight for onward journey, taking back a wonderful memory of Incredible INDIA.