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Agra - Khajuraho Break with Orchha(5 Nights)

New Delhi, Agra, Orchha, Khajuraho

for Honeymooner, Inbound Traveller, Getaway Seeker, Heritage Traveller

Holiday Overview

One of the Jain Temples (Nivalink Trip Dated - 31 January 2005)
One of the Western Group Temples (Nivalink Trip Dated - 31 January 2005)
One of Eastern Group Temples (Nivalink Trip Dated - 31 January 2005)
(Nivalink Trip Dated - 31 January 2005)
Sikandara
Taj Mahal
Fatehpur Sikri
Photo Courtesy: Superka
Amar Singh Gate. Photo Courtesy - Sanyam Bahga
Photo Courtesy: Sanyam Bahga
(Nivalink Trip Dated - 11 February 2017)

Agra - Khajuraho Break with Orchha is a popular heritage itinerary that combines three most visited heritage destinations in North and Central India (Agra, Orchha and Khajuraho).

Route

Agra(2) - Orchha(1) - Khajuraho(2)

Summarised Itinerary
  • Day-1 Arrive at New Delhi. Proceed to Agra. Taj Mahal visit in evening.
  • Day-2 Full Day Agra Sightseeing
  • Day-3 Proceed to Orchha via Gwalior. Heritage walk in the evening.
  • Day-4 Travel to Khajuraho. Afternoon visit to Western group of temples. Evening Oight and Sound Show.
  • Day-5 Visit Eastern and Southern group of Temples. Excursion to Panna.
  • Day-6 Departure
Sightseeing Summary

Agra - Jama Masjid Agra (1.40 kms), Agra Fort (4.00 kms), Taj Mahal (5.00 kms), Mehtab Bagh (6.00 kms), Fatehpur Sikri (37.00 kms)

Khajuraho - Khajuraho Group of Temples (0.50 kms), Light and Sound Show at Khajuraho (0.50 kms), Raneh Falls and Ken Ghariyal Sanctuary (20.00 kms)

Orchha - Heritage Monuments of Orchha (0.50 kms)

Preferred Arrival /Departure Destination
Arrival - New Delhi Departure - Khajuraho
Best Season to Travel
  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec
Popular Extensions to the Itinerary

Guests arriving in Delhi could spend a couple of nights in Delhi visiting all prominent monuments there such as Red Fort, Humayun Tomb etc.

Distances
  • New Delhi to Agra -210 kms (4 hrs)
  • Agra to Orchha -234 kms (6 hrs)
  • Orchha to Khajuraho -174 kms (4 hrs)
Route

New Delhi - Agra(2) - Orchha(1) - Khajuraho(2)

Detailed Itinerary

Day-1 Arrive at New Delhi. Proceed to Agra. Taj Mahal visit in evening. Arrive at New Delhi and proceed to Agra (210 kms - 4 hours). Agra is a renowned Heritage Destination and home to the Taj Mahal, one of the original Seven Wonders of the World. Visit Taj Mahal, one of the original seven wonders of the world and the Monument Agra is renowned for.

Day-2 Full Day Agra Sightseeing Morning Visit Agra Fort, Jama Masjid, Buland Darwaza. In the afternoon excursion to Fatehpur Sikri (a heritage town at 60 kms - 1.5 hours). Time permitting visit Mehtab Bagh in Agra in the evening for another view of the Taj Mahal across the River.

Day-3 Proceed to Orchha via Gwalior. Heritage walk in the evening. Proceed to Orchha (234 kms - 6 hrs) via Gwalior Fort enroute. Orchha is a riverside town by the River offering unique heritage character and is visited on the Agra - Khajuraho route or as a standalone getaway. Take a heritage walk around Orchha town. Visit Orchha fort across the river and Visit monuments such as Jain Temple, Jehangir Mahal, Raj Mahal, Chaturbhuj Temple and Laxminarayan Temple.

Day-4 Travel to Khajuraho. Afternoon visit to Western group of temples. Evening Oight and Sound Show. Proceed for Khajuraho (174 kms - 4 hours). Khajuraho is a heritage destination renowned for its temples having sculptures carved in erotic poses and is visited by guests from world over. Visit Western Group of Temples in the late afternoon (Audio Tour facility is developed by Archelogical Survey of India (ASI) for these temples). Enjoy Light and Sound Show in the Evening.

Day-5 Visit Eastern and Southern group of Temples. Excursion to Panna. Visit Eastern and Southern group of Temples. Day Excursion to Panna (46 kms). Panna is home to Gharial Sanctuary and Raneh Waterfalls.

Day-6 Departure Depart for onward journey.

Detailed Sightseeing

Agra :

  • Jama Masjid Agra - Jama Masjid in Agra is opposite the Agra fort, is one of the larger mosques in India and a most visited monument after Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.

  • Agra Fort - Agra Fort is a UNESCO World heritage site and one of the most visited monuments after Taj Mahal. There are several areas to explore and a guided visit can take upto an hour and a half to explore. Diwan-e-aam, Diwaan-e-khaas, Khas Mahal (white marble palace, one of the best examples of painting on marble), Sheesh Mahal, Mina Masjid, Moti Masjid are some of the areas that are worth a visit.

  • Taj Mahal - The Taj Mahal is often the reason to visit India. Its a monument built by Shahjehan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal and became symbol of love world over. Taj Mahal today is a major attraction and one of the original seven wonders of the world.

  • Mehtab Bagh - Mehtab Bagh overlooks The Taj Mahal from otherside of the river and offers excellent views. The Mehtab Bagh garden was the last of eleven Mughal-built gardens along the Yamuna opposite the Taj and the Agra Fort

  • Fatehpur Sikri - Built during the 16th century, the Fatehpur Sikri is one of the best preserved collection of Mughal architecture in India. Fatehpur Sikri often referred to as the lost city and has a number of monuments to visit.

Khajuraho :

  • Khajuraho Group of Temples - The Khajuraho Group of Monuments in Khajuraho is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. Khajuraho has the largest group of medieval Hindu and Jain temples, famous for their erotic sculptures. The temples are grouped into three geographical divisions: western, eastern and southern. The Khajuraho Group of Monuments has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is considered to be one of the "seven wonders" of India.

  • Light and Sound Show at Khajuraho - The Khajuraho temple complex offers a professional light and sound show every evening. The first show is in English language and the second one in Hindi. The show is about an hour long and covers the history, philosophy and the art of sculpting of these temples. It is held in the open lawns in the temple complex.

  • Raneh Falls and Ken Ghariyal Sanctuary - The Ken River forms a 5 kilometres long, and 30 metres deep canyon made of pure crystalline granite in varying shades of colours ranging from pink and red to grey. There is a series of waterfalls in the canyon (Popularly known as Raneh Falls). The larger and smaller falls run all through the year. Other seasonal falls appear during monsoons. The Ken Ghariyal Sanctuary is located near Raneh falls. Apart from Gharial (Alligator) one can also spot Wild boar, Chinkara, blue bull and peacocks

Orchha :

  • Heritage Monuments of Orchha - Orchha is a heritage town lost in time set on Betwa river at 15 kms from Jhansi. Fot is an attraction here. One crosses over on a footbridge for a leisurely walk.. The fort consists of several connected buildings erected at different times (Raja Mahal and the Jahangir Mahal). Chaturbhuj Temple is an old temple from the 9th century. Numerous cenotaphs or chhatris dot the vicinity of the fort and the Betwa river. Elsewhere about the town there is an unusual variety of temples and tombs.

Destination Overview

New Delhi - Delhi is the capital city of India and a major International arrival point and a major tourist destination. Red Fort, Qutab Minar, Lotus Temple, Jama Masjid, India Gate, Birla Temple, Mughal Gardens, Lodi Gardens, Rail Museum, Doll Museum, Zoological Park etc remain major tourist attractions of Delhi.

Agra - Agra is home to Taj Mahal, a mughal era monument that is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Agra forms a part of the Golden Triangle circuit Delhi-Jaipur-Agra which is the most visited tourist circuit in India.

Orchha - Orchha lies on the Betwa River, 15 km. from Jhansi in Uttar Pradesh.Orchha is one of the most charming heritage villages in India.

Khajuraho - The Khajuraho group of monuments has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is considered to be one of the "seven wonders" of India

Access
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Distances
  • New Delhi to Agra -210 kms (4 hrs)
  • Agra to Orchha -234 kms (6 hrs)
  • Orchha to Khajuraho -174 kms (4 hrs)

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Distances
  • New Delhi to Agra -210 kms (4 hrs)
  • Agra to Orchha -234 kms (6 hrs)
  • Orchha to Khajuraho -174 kms (4 hrs)

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Agra - Khajuraho Break with Orchha is recommended for all heritage travellers looking to explore most popular heritage monument in North and Central India.

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