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Activitate Khajuraho, India
Heritage and Temples Tour of Khajuraho (Private)
Despre activitate
Explore the exquisite UNESCO World Heritage Temples of Khajuraho on a private guided tour that immerses you in the rich heritage of this cultural town. From the iconic Western Group of Temples, including the majestic Kandariya Mahadev Temple and Lakshmana Temple, to the intricate artistry of the Eastern and Southern Groups, every moment is a journey through history. Enjoy comfortable transport options, including tuk tuk rides or car service, and savor a delightful lunch during your tour. With knowledgeable guides fluent in English and other languages, gain insights into the mesmerizing stories behind each temple.
- Discover the UNESCO-listed Western, Eastern, and Southern Temple groups
- Enjoy a tuk tuk ride or car service for ease of travel
- Lunch included to refuel during your cultural exploration
- Expert guides provide in-depth knowledge and stories of Khajuraho's heritage
Pe scurt
- Durată
- 4–8 ore
- Confirmare
- Confirmare imediată
- Bilet
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Grup
- Doar grupul tău
- Persoane pe rezervare
- 1–30
- Ghid
- germană, japoneză, engleză, italiană, franceză, spaniolă
- Organizator
- Classic India Journeys
Vârste: Bebeluși (0–1 ani) · Copii (2–10 ani) · Adulți (11–99 ani)
Ce include
Inclus
- Inclus: Professional Experienced English Speaking Guide. Other Language guides are also availble on request.
- Inclus: Raneh Falls visit (If booking option with Raneh falls)
- Inclus: Private transportation: Private Aircon Car, Van or Tuk Tuk as per group size
- Inclus: Decent Lunch (If booking tour option with Lunch)
- Inclus: Tuk-tuk or Electric Rickshaw If you don't opt for Car or Van
- Inclus: Bottled water Included
Nu este inclus
- Nu este inclus: Entrance Fee and Service Charge to be paid upon pick up
Itinerar
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Lakshmana Temple
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The Lakshmana Temple in Khajuraho is a stunning 10th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Vaikuntha Vishnu. Built by Chandela King Yashovarman between 930–950 CE, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned as one of the best-preserved examples and one of the earliest grand temples in the Khajuraho Group of Monuments of Nagara-style architecture. Houses an idol of Vaikuntha Vishnu, a three-headed, four-armed form of Lord Vishnu.
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The Kandariya Mahadeva Temple is the largest, tallest, and most ornate Hindu temple in the Khajuraho Group of Monuments. Built around 1025–1050 CE by King Vidyadhara of the Chandela dynasty, this UNESCO World Heritage Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The name of the Temple translates to "the Great God of the Cave," referring to the inner sanctum. Adorned with over 800 to 900 intricate statues, including deities, celestial nymphs (apsaras), and famous expressive erotic carvings.
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Chausath Yogini Temple
15 min Intrarea inclusă
Chausath Yogini Temple
The Chausath Yogini Temple is the oldest surviving monument in the area, built around 885 CE. Dedicated to sixty-four manifestations of the divine feminine, this open-air, rectangular granite ruin is a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Chitragupta Temple
30 min Intrarea inclusă
The Chitragupta Temple in Western Group Complex Khajuraho is an 11th-century UNESCO World Heritage site dedicated to Surya, the Hindu Sun God. Built around 1020–1025 CE by the Chandela rulers, it is the only shrine in the complex dedicated to Sun God or Solar Worship
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Viswanath Temple
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The Vishwanatha Temple in Khajuraho is a 10th-century Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. Commissioned by Chandela king Dhanga and completed around 999–1002 CE, it is a key monument in the UNESCO World Heritage Western Group, famed for Nagara architecture and intricate stone carvings. Along with Kandariya Mahadeva and Lakshmana temples, it is considered one of the three grand temples in the town. Nandi Mandapa Features an intact separate pavilion facing the main entrance with a massive monolithic sculpture of Nandi the bull.
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Devi Jagdamba Temple
30 min Intrarea inclusă
Part of the Western Group of Temples and built between 1000 and 1025 CE, the temple is yet another masterpiece of the Chandela dynasty. Iconography on the doorway, lintel, and cardinal niches strongly indicates that the shrine was originally dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Over time, it transitioned into a place of worship for Goddess Parvati (Jagadambika) and sometimes associated with Goddess Kali. The inner sanctum houses a large, remarkably well-preserved black image of the Goddess, with most facial features and limbs intact.
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Varaha Temple
20 min Intrarea inclusă
Part of the Western Group of Temples is an ancient 10th-century shrine dedicated to Varaha, the Boar avatar (incarnation) of the Hindu God Vishnu. It is one of the oldest structures in the complex, houses a massive 2.6-meter-long and 1.7-meter-high statue of the boar carved out of a single piece of sandstone. he entire body of the boar is densely covered with miniature sculptures—over 650 individual figures—including the Navagrahas (nine planetary deities), Dikpalas (directional guardians), Saptarishis, and a delicate carving of Goddess Saraswati with her veena on the snout.
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Nandi Temple
15 min Intrarea inclusă
The Nandi Mandapa sits directly opposite the Vishwanath Temple in Western Group Complex is a small, open-pillared Hindu shrine dedicated to Nandi the sacred bull, the mount of Lord Shiva. Nandi Mandapa houses a massive, finely polished monolithic statue of Nandi, finely carved from a single block of stone, measuring about 2.2 meters long.
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Parsvanath Temple
30 min
Built around 960 A.D. during the reign of the Chandela king Dhanga and originally dedicated to Adinatha, Parshvanatha Temple is one of the finest monuments of Khajuraho in the Eastern Group.
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Adinath Temple
20 min
The Adinatha Temple in Eastern Group, is a late 11th-century Digambara Jain shrine dedicated to Lord Adinatha. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, it features a graceful curvilinear tower and intricate stone carvings of heavenly beauties alongside Hindu deities on its outer walls.
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Vaman Temple
20 min
The Vamana Temple in Khajuraho, is a 11th-century Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu's dwarf incarnation. Built between 1050 and 1075 CE during the Chandela dynasty, it is a key part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Eastern Group of Monuments, known for fine carvings on outer wall.
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Javari Temple
20 min
Part of the Eastern Group, this Temple was built on 11th century dedicated to Lord Vishnu, featuring a prominent carving of the navagraha (nine planets) over the sanctum doorway and a broken, headless main idol inside.
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Dulhadev Temple
20 min
The Dulhadev Temple in the south side of Khajuraho, is a 12th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The name "Dulhadev" means Holy Bridegroom. Also known as Kunwar Math, it was built around 1130 AD during the Chandela dynasty and is famous as the final temple constructed during that era
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Chaturbhuj Temple
20 min
The Chaturbhuj Temple, also called the Jatkari Temple, is a 12th-century Hindu shrine in Jatakara village, about 3 km south of Khajuraho. Built around 1100 CE by the Chandela dynasty, it is famous as the only major temple in Khajuraho without erotic carvings and houses a massive 2.7-meter tall four-armed Vishnu idol.
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Adivart Tribal Museum
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This is optional visit If you are interested. Entrance Fee you have to pay directly for it.
The Adivart Tribal and Folk Art Museum in Khajuraho is a state-run cultural village established in 2001. It showcases the heritage, lifestyle, and traditional dwellings of Madhya Pradesh's seven major tribes—Gond, Baiga, Bhil, Bharia, Korku, Kol, and Saharia—across more than 500 exhibits.
Traditional Huts: Life-size models of tribal houses representing five cultural regions (Bundelkhand, Baghelkhand, Malwa, Nimar, and Chambal).
Art and Artifacts: Folk paintings, terracotta objects, metal crafts, traditional jewelry, and ritual masks.
Interactive Media: Informative video displays detailing indigenous lifestyles and rituals.
Punct de întâlnire și preluare
Poți fi preluat de la cazare sau poți veni direct la punctul de întâlnire.
Punct de întâlnire
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Classic India Journeys office is near to AS Hotel and just next to Pinch of Salt Restaurant.
Punct de final
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Classic India Journeys office is near to AS Hotel and just next to Pinch of Salt Restaurant.
Locuri de preluare
- Hotel Surya
- Hotel The Bundela
- AS Hotels Khajuraho
- Clarks Khajuraho
- Ramada by Wyndham Khajuraho
- Radisson Hotel Jass Khajuraho
- Hotel Ramayana
- Hotel Isabel Palace
- Hotel Chandela Khajuraho
- Hotel Usha Bundela
- Hotel Harmony
We pick from any hotel or homestay in Khajuraho
Anulare
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Dacă anulezi | Primești înapoi |
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| Cu cel puțin o zi înainte | 100% |
| Cu mai puțin de o zi înainte | 0% |
Bine de știut
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Wheelchair accessible
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Variante
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Khajuraho Tour without Lunch
Pickup included
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Temples with Raneh Falls
Raneh Falls+Ghariyal Sanctuary: Raneh Falls is a stunning natural canyon and waterfall on the Ken River located about 20 kilometers from Khajuraho
Duration: 3 hours: It takes 3-4 hours. Can also cover within 3 hours If time shortage. Total tour duration with Temples and Raneh falls is 7-8hr
Car or Jeep: Aircon Car or Open Jeep is provided
Pickup included
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Khajuraho Tour with Lunch
Lunch and Bottled Water: Lunch at decent restaurant
Pickup included
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Heritage and Temples Tour of Khajuraho (Private)
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