Gwalior Orchha Panna Khajuraho Tour with Varanasi

• Destinations : Gwalior – Jhansi- Chanderi - Orchha – Panna - Khajuraho – Chitrakoot - Allahabad - Varanasi
• Durations : 11 Nights - 12 Days

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Tour Overview

Embark on a 12-day journey that takes you through the rich historical, cultural, and spiritual landscapes of Central India and ends in the sacred city of Varanasi. Begin in Gwalior, exploring the majestic Gwalior Fort and its treasures, then travel through the historical forts of Datia and Jhansi, arriving at the serene town of Chanderi. Discover Chanderi's fort, palaces, and famous handmade sarees before heading to the exquisite temples of Orchha and Khajuraho. Immerse yourself in the wildlife of Panna National Park and the grandeur of Kalinjar Fort, and delve into the spiritual heritage of Chitrakoot, linked to the epic Ramayana.

Continue to Allahabad to witness the holy Triveni Sangam and other significant landmarks. Finally, reach Varanasi, where you'll visit the revered Sarnath, explore the city's temples, and experience the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti. Conclude your journey with a serene boat ride on the Ganges, taking in the historic ghats and the vibrant life of the holy city. This itinerary offers a perfect blend of historical marvels, spiritual experiences, and natural beauty, providing an unforgettable travel experience.

Tour Itinerary

Day 01 : Arrive Gwalior 

Arrive Gwalior by Air or train & transfer to the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing time permitting. Relax. O/n Hotel

Day 02 : Gwalior sightseeing 

Gwalior sightseeing includes Gwalior Fort built by Raja Maan Singh Tomar in 08’th century. This fort is built on steep hillock called Gopachal. Gurjari Mahal & Man Mandir are places of attraction inside the fort. Gurjari Mahal was Bulit by Raja Maan Singh for his Gurjari wife Mrigyanayni. Later this was changed to museum with Jains & Hindus artifacts. Man, mandir was too built by Raja Maan Singh with wonderful art works on its wall. Other attracting places inside the fort are Hathi Pól, Sas bahu Ka mandir, Teli ka mandir, Karna mahal, Vikram mahal & Garuda monument. Don’t miss magnificent Sikh temple built in memory of sixth Sikh guru Sri Guru Hargobind sahib. O/n Hotel.

Day 03: Gwalior – Datia- Jhansi- Chanderi

After breakfast we move to our next destination Chanderi. Enroute visit Datia Fort & Jhansi Fort

Datia Fort / Palace: This palace was built by founder of Datia state Maharaj Bir Singh deo. He built around 52 palaces all over India, but this is the best. This palace is with seven floor & located on an isolated rock. Historian Abdul Hamid Lahori came to this city with Shah Jahan in 1635 & was too much impressed by the palace. 

This palace represents the combination of Mughal & Rajputana architecture. About 35 lakhs rupees (35,00,000/) were spent on it & took 09 years to complete. 

It is said that once Maharaja Bir Singh deo went to Mathura I 1614 AD, where he got himself weighed in gold & later, he started building this fort. 

Lord hasting, British Governor General stayed in the fort in the year 1818 and in 1902, an event to welcome Lord Curzon, the viceroy was held here.

Jhansi Fort: Ruler of kingdom of Orchha & Bundela Rajput Veer sing Ju deo built this fort in 1613. This fort has limited face value before 1857. This fort on hilly area is typical example of North Indian style for defence purpose. This fort has many gates. famous gates are Khanderao Gate, Datia Darwaja, Laxmi gate, Jharna gate, Unnao gate, Sagar gate, Sainyar gate, Orchha gate & Chand gate. Important sites are Shiva temple, Ganesh temple at the entrance & Kadak Bijli cannon used in the uprising of 1857. Rani Laxmi bai, one of the greatest warriors against British, jumped from the fort on horseback is mentioned in Indian history. After visiting these forts, we drive to Chanderi (70 kms). O/n in hotel.

Day 04: Chanderi- Orchha 

After breakfast start sightseeing of Chanderi fort, Koshak Mahal, Chanderi museum, Khandagiri (Jain site), Shehzadi ka roza, Badal Mahal, Kati Ghati, Jama Masjid & Raja rani mahal. Beside historic value this place is famous for handmade sarees. After finishing site of Chanderi we drive to Orchha (02hrs). O/n hotel..

Day 05. Orchha – Khajuraho

After breakfast start for Orchha Fort complex covering Jahangir palace, Raja mahal, Rai Praveen mahal, Sheesh mahal & Cenotaphs. Later drive to Khajuraho (03 hrs). O/n hotel. 

Day 06. Panna National Park

This day visit Western (sensational temples) & Eastern group of temples in beautiful place Khajuraho. Afternoon you can visit Panna National Park or Relax. O/n Hotel. 

Day 07. Khajuraho – Kalinjar fort- Chitrakoot

Start driving to Chitrakoot enroute visiting Impressive Kalinjar Fort (5’th century). O/n hotel.

Day 08. Chitrakut Sightseeing

Chitrakut is place related to Ramayana. Sightseeing Includes Bharat Milap temple, Gupt Godavri, Janki Kund, Kamadgiri mountain, Kamtanath, Ramghat. O/n hotel

Day 09. Chitrakut – Allahabad

After finishing remaining sightseeing of Chitrakut we drive to Allahabad (04hrs). O/n Hotel.

Day 10. Allahabad- Varanasi.

Triveni Sangam, confluence of three holy rivers Ganga, Yamuna & Saraswati is of prime importance in Hindu mythology. Boat ride is available. Other attractions are Anand Bhavan, Allahabad Fort , Khusro Bagh, Chandrashekar Azad park, Hanuman mandir etc. After completing sightseeing of Allahabad, we drive to Varanasi (03 hrs.). O/n Hotel 

Day 11. Varanasi Sightseeing

After breakfast start with Sarnath (Dhamekh stupa, Archaeological Museum, Ashokan pillar, Mulgandh Kuti Vihar). After lunch city tour for Bharat Mata Temple, Durga Temple, BHU, Tulsi Manas temple, Sankat Mochan temple. After completing then proceed to Ghats for Ganaga Aarti. Back to hotel. O/n Varanasi.

Day 12. Varanasi Boat Ride & Drop

Around 05:30 am start for Boat ride (Dashaswamedh Ghat, Brij Rama Palace, Manikarnika ghat). After boat ride enjoy the Heritage Walk in Old city, Golden temple (Vishwanath Temple from outside). Back to hotel, have breakfast & drop to rail station airport to take flight/ train back to home.