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Delhi- Jhansi- Khajuraho Tour (JK-2)

Duration : 3 Nights/ 4 Days
Places to Visit : Delhi - Jhansi- Khajuraho

Khajuraho has always remained tucked away form the mainstream events of history. This is probably why the famed temples escaped the ravage of invaders. Chandela Dynasty, built these temples originally numbering no fewer than 85 during 950 AD to 1050 AD.

Today only 22 temples, in a good state of preservation, survive. The sculptures, considered to be the most perfect figures achieved in stone, depict gods and goddesses and amorous couples.

Day 1: Delhi - Arrival at Delhi. Our local tour manager will give a warm welcome at the airport. Transfer to your hotel. Relax.

Being India's capital Delhi is major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis which successfully combines in its fold the ancient and the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. The division between new and old delhi is the distinction between the capitals of the British and the Mughals respectively.

Overnight at Delhi.

Day 2 : Depart for Jhansi by Shatbdi Express at 6.00 am. Welcome at Rly. Station with Courtesy coach for Khajuraho (4 hours drive). Enroute visit to Orcha the famous Sheesh Mahal, Chattaris and Ram Mandir (the only temple where Ram is worshiped as King but not as a God.). Lunch will be served in a very relaxing atmosphere with an over view of Betwa River at Orchha Resort. Arrive by 5.30 pm. at Khajuraho. Evening see the sound and light show at the Temple complex.Overnight Stay at Hotel.

Day 3 : After relaxed breakfast depart for famous Khajuraho Temples built by Chandela dynasty for half day sightseeing (4 hours). Afternoon visit to Raneh falls iwith an optional Jeep Safari in the Panna National Park.Return to the Hotel for candle - light dinner.Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 4: After breakfast depart for Jhansi - visit famous Rani Laxmi Bai's Fort - Drop at Raipway station to pick Shatabbdi Exp for Delhi.