MADHYA PRADESH HERITAGE TOUR
- Duration: 4 nights / 5 Days
- Destination: 1N Gwalior -1N Orchha -2N Khajuraho
- Sightseeing Covered: Gwalior -Datia -Jhansi -Orchha -Khajuraho
- Tour Start City: Bhopal Tour Ends City: Bhopal
Gwalior, Orchha, and Khajuraho are historic sites in Madhya Pradesh known for their architectural marvels and cultural heritage. Gwalior is famous for its imposing 8th-century fort perched on a sandstone hill, Orchha is a 16th-century town with palaces and temples along the Betwa River, and Khajuraho is a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its medieval temples renowned for their intricate erotic sculptures.
Gwalior
Gwalior is an ancient city dominated by its hilltop fortress, a powerful symbol of its turbulent history under various ruling dynasties, including the Tomars, Mughals, and Marathas. The heritage sites showcase a fascinating blend of architectural styles and include:
Gwalior Fort: Known as the "pearl amongst fortresses," this impressive structure houses several palaces, temples, and water tanks.
Manmandir Palace: Located within the fort, this 15th-century palace built by Raja Man Singh is famous for its colorful tile work and intricate carvings.
Gujari Mahal: Also built by Man Singh, this palace is now an archaeological museum.
Teli ka Mandir: A 9th-century temple that unusually blends North and South Indian architectural styles.Sas Bahu Temples: An 11th-century pair of temples renowned for their beautiful carvings.
Orchha
Orchha is a historic town founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Rajput chief, Rudra Pratap, Orchha is situated on the banks of the Betwa River. The town's heritage is defined by the unique Bundeli architectural style, which blends Mughal and Rajput influences. Key sites include:
Orchha Fort Complex: This fortified area contains palaces, temples, and cenotaphs (chhatris).
Jahangir Mahal: A stunning, multi-storied palace featuring intricate carvings, balconies, and courtyards.
Chaturbhuj Temple: A soaring temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu with a unique architectural design.
Ram Raja Temple: The only temple in India where Lord Rama is worshipped as a king.
Khajuraho
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Khajuraho is celebrated for its exquisite temples built by the Chandela dynasty between the 9th and 13th centuries. The monuments are masterpieces of Nagara-style architecture and are famous for:
Intricate Sculptures: The temples are adorned with a wealth of detailed sculptures, including depictions of daily life, deities, and a small number of erotic carvings.
Devotion and Artistry:The sculptures showcase the remarkable craftsmanship and artistic vitality of the medieval era.
Enduring Legacy:The Khajuraho Group of Monuments stands as a powerful symbol of devotion and a unique artistic expression of medieval India.
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 01: Gwalior –Arrival + City Tour
Arrival & Transfer to Gwalior Hotel and Afternoon sightseeing tour of the historic Gwalior fort. This fort was built in 8th century CE by Raja Maan Singh Tomar. Important buildings housed inside are Gurjari Mahal and Man mandir. This fort is built on a steep hill called Gopachal .Gurjari mahal was built by Raja Man Singh for his gurjari wife called Mrigyanayani. This palace has been changed into a museum and it contains artifacts of Jain and Hindu religion. Man Mandir was also built by Raja Man Singh and has beautiful art work on its walls. Other note worthy structures are Hathipol,Teli ka Mandir,Sas Bahu ka Mandir,Garuda monument,Karan mahal,Vikram mahal and a magnificent Sikh temple built in memory of sixth Sikh guru Sri Guru Hargobind sahib. Overnight Stay at Hotel in Gwalior.
Day 02: Gwalior – Datia (78 Kms / 2 Hrs) – Jhansi (28 Kms / 45 Mnts) -Orchha (15 Kms / 25 Mnts)
After Breakfast Proceed to Orchha via Datia .Visit Datia fort,
, also known as Bir Singh Palace or Bir Singh Dev Palace. The specialty of this palace is that it is of 7 floor. However neither member from the royal family did ever lived here. The founder of the Datia State in Bundelkhand. Maharaj Birsingh Deo built many monuments all around India. Datia’s Palace or the Satkhanda Palace is also called Purana Mahal or the “Old palace“, Historian Abdul Hamid Lahori came to this city with Shah Jahan on 19 November 1635. He said that the palace was nearly 80 meters long and was also this much broad. He said this as a very beautiful and strong palace.
Afterwards proceed to Jhansi. On Arrival visit the Jhansi fort
Jhansi Fort -: The construction of the fort is ascribed to the Bundela Rajput chief and the ruler of the kingdom of Orchha Veer Singh ju Deo Bundela in 1613.It was one of the strongholds of the Bundelas. Jhansi Fort had a Nominal face value before 1857.The fort standing in the hilly area shows the north Indian style of fort construction, where most of the forts were built upon rocks,as Their primary defence. There are 10 gates giving access to the fort. Some of these are Khanderao Gate, Datia Darwaza, Unnao Gate, Jharna Gate, Laxmi Gate, Sagar Gate, Orchha Gate, Sainyar Gate and Chand Gate. Notable sights in the fort are the Shiva temple, Ganesh temple at the entrance, and the Kadak Bijli cannon used in the uprising of 1857. The memorial board reminds one of the hair-raising feat of the Rani Lakshmibai in jumping on horseback from the fort. Evening Check-in at Hotel. Overnight Stay at Hotel in Orchha.
Day 03: Orchha Sightseeing –Khajuraho (180 Kms / 4 Hrs)
After breakfast drive To Orchha Another historical city is Orchha. It is famous for ancient architectural monuments, historical palaces and beautiful temples. Orchha Fort Complex is a must visit here; it comprises of the Jehangir Mahal, Raja Mahal, Ram Raja Temple, Rai Praveen Mahal, Laxminayaran Temple and Phool Bagh, which are well-known for their rich history. You can also pay a visit to the Chaturbhuj Temple and the Chhatris of Orchha, which are Cenotaphs situated on the banks of river Betwa. Those who love wildlife and boating, will really enjoy their time at the Orchha Nature Reserve etc.
Afternoon depart to Khajuraho. On Arrival check-in at Hotel. Overnight Stay at Hotel in Khajuraho.
Day 04: Khajuraho – Sightseeing Tour
After breakfast visit for western group of temple and eastern group of temple.
Western Group of Temple: On the main road, beside the path leading to the Matangeshwar Temple is the A.S.I counter where you must purchase a ticket to visit the western group of temples in this complex and the museum on the opposite side. A boundary wall surrounds and protects the temples within this large rectangular complex and there is only one entry point. Here at the Western Group you will see some of the most sensational temples in the world.
Eastern Group of Temple: A kilometre towards the east from the western group of Temples is the khajur sagar and the old village of Khajuraho. On one of the paths to the village is a modern whitewashed structure with a large orange – red statue within. The statue is still worshipped but is one of the oldest images to be found in khajuraho.The images is of hanuman, the monkey king who assisted Ram (of the Ramayana) through his travails in exile. The rest of the evening is at leisure to explore the local shops and market. Overnight Stay at Hotel in Khajuraho.
Day 05: Khajuraho Airport / Station –Departure
After breakfast, we will check-out from the hotel and Drop at Jhansi / Khajuraho Rly Station or Khajuraho Airport for onward destination
Tour ends here.
- 4 Nights’ Accommodation on Double Sharing basis.
- 4 Breakfasts at Hotel.
- Pickup from Gwalior & Drop to Khajuraho Airport / Station.
- All Sightseeing tour as per itinerary.
- All Transfer + Sightseeing by A/c Private Vehicle.
- Toll Tax, Parking & Driver Allowance.
- Lunch. Dinner, Portage at Airport / Station.
- Laundry, Tipping, Tour Guide
- Monument entry fee
- Early check-in / late check-out.
- Mineral water, Travel Insurance.
- Govt Service Tax
- Any other expense which is not mentioned in the inclusions.
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