Khajuraho
Overview
Khajuraho ...!
An intricately carved engineering marvel in temple architecture and well-known destination for erotic sculptures carved all over the temples. Mostly, these sculptures are taken at their face value.....But are we really aware of the philosophy behind the same?
Taking you on this journey with us, we will help you reveal the magnificence of the entire group of Khajuraho temples beyond just the erotic sculptures, which only represent about 8-10% of the entire UNESCO World Heritage Site.
But that’s not all!
We have more on this journey.
We begin our journey at Khajuraho. Then traverse through another lesser-known site of Kalinjar and end this beautiful journey again at Khajuraho.
It’s always mesmerizing to see emotions in human lives in ancient times because it brings our lives and heritage into a clear perspective.
So, going forward, let’s take a quick look at our journey.
DETAILED ITINERARY
Reach Khajuraho by afternoon
Upon arrival. Check into the hotel and spend an evening understanding the history of Khajuraho. Visit Museum. experience the Light & Sound Show at Khajuraho
Stay at Khajuraho
L + D
Highlights
- Light & Sound Show
Get ready with fresh air, have a sumptuous breakfast, and explore an enigmatic Khajuraho..Khajuraho temples are split into two complexes.
We will visit some of the temples in eastern complex and understand the basics of temple architecture. The evening can be spent leisurely.
Return to the hotel by evening and relax.
Stay at Khajuraho.
Meals: B + L + D
Highlights
- Visit Eastern Group of Temples
- Visit Archaeological Museum
Get ready to explore more of Khajuraho. After breakfast, leave for the remaining sightseeing. Today we will visit the western group of temples and learn the true essence of Khajuraho temples and their unique iconography.
Return to hotel by evening.
The evening will be spared for leisure and shopping
Stay at Khajuraho.
Meals: B + L + D
Highlights
- Visit the Western group of Temples
After breakfast, we will head towards Kalinjar.
Kalinjar is an extremely important fort that has marked its importance in the history. This was also once the capital of Chandela kings who built Khajuraho temples. It was also an important centre of Shaivism during 8th-9th century. We will experience that era and some of the exquisite icons carved in this mountain.
While returning to Khajuraho, we will visit the Raneh fall situated amidst the dense forests of Panna
Stay at Khajuraho.
B + L + D
Khajuraho - Kalinjar distance: 100 km
Highlights
- Kalinjar has remained the capital of many dynasties in history. This fort holds some magnificent sculptures and a beautiful temple that is worth visiting while nearby Khajuraho.
It's time to bid adieu to this land of temples and sheer magnificence. After breakfast, we check out from the hotel and drive to Khajuraho airport. Board the respective flights and fly home with beautiful memories to cherish.
Meals: Breakfast
INCLUSIONS
- Local Transport by 2 x 2 AC coach(Depends on group size, seating capacity will be variable)
- Accommodation in comfortable and convenient hotels on twin sharing.
- All meals. ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Evening Tea- set menu)
- Entrance fees of all sightseeing
- 1-liter water bottle per person per day
- Expert Fees
EXCLUSIONS
- To and Fro transport for Prayagraj.
- Govt. taxes of 5% over and above the tour cost.
- Any implementation of new taxes by the government.
- Cost of insurance
- Cost of Pre/Post tour accommodation
- Any extra expenses such that porterage, laundry, telephone, shopping, alcoholic beverages, mineral water, items of personal nature and food or drink which is not part of a set menu.
- Any extra expenses incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization of an individual.
- Anything specifically not mentioned in the inclusions.
FEW POINTERS
- If any sightseeing mentioned is not done due to any unforeseen circumstances then an alternate sightseeing will be done.
- A traveler may please note that for domestic and international flights, the baggage allowance will be as per respective airline’s baggage policy and weight regulations. Travelers are requested to carry their luggage in accordance with the regulated baggage allowance. Excess baggage will be chargeable and the same is not included in the tour cost. It has to be borne by the traveler.
- Air tickets issued at special rates are normally NON REFUNDABLE and traveler will need to bear the cancellation charges. If a traveler needs an air booking with the refundable option then he/she will need to bear extra fare specified by airline operator.
- For travellers, arriving from other destinations than Pune, the tour cost will change according to the airfare for that respective city. For details, contact on given numbers.
PAYMENT POLICY
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Tour Cost |
Payment |
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Below package cost ₹ 20, 000 per person |
Full payment at the time of booking |
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Above package cost ₹ 20,000 per person |
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At the time of booking |
40% of the package cost |
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30 days prior to departure |
Remaining 60 % amount |
- Payment can be done via cheque, Demand Draft, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, Credit Card/ Debit Card or UPI gateway. Cheque/Demand Draft should be drawn in favor of “ANCIENT TRAILS”.
- In case of payment made by cheque, a booking confirmation will be given subject to cheque clearance.
CANCELLATION POLICY
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Cancellation received no. of days prior to departure |
Cancellation charges applicable per person |
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0-10 |
100% |
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10-20 |
50 % |
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20-30 |
30 % |
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30 and above |
10% |
- For cancellation procedure, a traveler will need to give an application in writing along with an original receipt of booking.
- Please note that if air ticket booking is done with NON-REFUNDABLE airfare then cancellation charges to be borne by the customer and the remaining amount will be refunded as per above cancellation policy.
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