Khajuraho with Varanasi Excursion from Delhi (02 Nights) Overview & Itinerary AY 01 – DELHI - Jhansi - Orcha - KHAJURAHO (By Shatbadi Express Train - ETD 0817 - ETA 10:48) Breakfast. In the morning, transfer to the railway station to catch the train to Jhansi. Arrival in Jhansi and transfer to the Orchha. Orcha's magnificence has been trapped in stone and frozen in time; a legacy rich in art and splendor. In this medieval city, the hand of time has gently brushed palaces and temples built by the Bundela dynasty in the 16th-17th centuries, of pristine perfection. Orcha was founded in the 16th century by the Rajput Bundela chief Rudra Pratap, who chose this spit of land along the Betwa River as the ideal place to build his capital. Then we will make the guided tour of this town, it includes the visit of the Jehangir Mahal Palace, the Chatra Bhuj temple, Laxmi Narayan temple and the cenotaphs, we will go to the river to take photos. Then departure by road to Khajuraho (170 kms), 3 hours. Arrival in Khajuraho and check in at the hotel. Dinner and night in hotel. DAY 02 - KHAJURAHO - VARANASI (BENARÉS) (By Air India Flight AI 405 ETD 1505 - ETA 1555 Hrs) Breakfast. In the morning, visit the world famous Khajuraho Temples, built by the Chandela kings between 950 and 1050 AD. The most important is the Chaunseth Yogini temple, dedicated to the goddess Kali. Also impressive are the Mahadev temple, the Chitragupta or Bharatji temple with its delicate image of 11-headed Vishnu, the Vishvanath and Nandi temples, the Lakshmana temple and the Visha temple dedicated to Shiva, which is the largest and most typical of all the temples. Around 1:00 PM, transfer to the airport to board a scheduled flight to Varanasi-Benares. Flight - Air India AI 405 / Depart Khajuraho - 1505 Hrs / Arrival in Varanasi - 15:55 Hrs Arrive and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, we will visit the Bharat Mata temple with its great relief of India in marble and then visit the Ganges river to see the afternoon ceremony "Aarti", dinner and accommodation. DAY 03 - VARANASI - DELHI - CITY OF ORIGIN In the early morning, boat ride on the holy Ganges river to see the "Ghats" or ritual baths, and cremation sites. Watching the believers bathe and worship the river in the Ghats is one of the most extraordinary experiences a traveler can enjoy in India. Millions of pilgrims flock here to purify themselves in the waters of the river, attend ancient rites, consult astrologers and expel negative Karma. We will walk in the alleys of the old town to see the depth of the Hindu religion in the daily life of the people. We will pass by the Durga temple, the Tulsi Manas Mandir, the Benares Hindu University. Return to the hotel and breakfast. Check out and transfer to the airport to board a scheduled flight to Delhi to connect with the return flight. www.indiaplus.travel PACKAGE INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS: - What's not included? Air-Conditioned car for Transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary. Train Tickets Delhi / Jhansi (AC Chair Car) Domestic flight tickets Khajuraho / Varanasi / Delhi 02 night accommodation on Half board (Breakfast + Dinner) English Speaking local guide for sightseeing. What's not included? Drinks & Beverages. Entry Fee at monuments. Camera fees (still or movie) Any other expense that is not included in the "travel cost includes" clause. www.indiaplus.travel Hotel Details: - Hotels will be as mentioned or similar. Please send us the details of your arrival and departure flights. Hotels City A B C Khajuraho Radisson Khajuraho Ramada Plaza Khajuraho Varanasi Madin www.indiaplus.travel.