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Gwalior, Orchha and Khajuraho Tour

5 nights from Gwalior, with Jhansi Fort, Orchha palaces, Khajuraho temples and Panna
Duration
5 nights
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Gwalior · Orchha · Khajuraho · Gwalior
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The journey

Travel across northern Madhya Pradesh on a journey through Bundelkhand heritage and central Indian landscapes. Arriving in Gwalior, you travel through Jhansi to Orchha, exploring its riverside palaces, cenotaphs, and historic temples. Continuing to Khajuraho, you explore the famed carved Chandela shrines alongside an excursion to Raneh Falls and a jeep safari in Panna National Park.

The route returns north to finish at the hilltop ramparts of Gwalior Fort. Including dedicated tour guides at key historical sites and evening light and sound spectacles, this road journey connects central India's notable architectural landmarks and natural reserves.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Jhansi Fort: Historic 1857 resistance stronghold visited en route to Orchha

02

Orchha Palace: Riverside Bundela heritage site featuring an evening light and sound show

03

Khajuraho Temples: Intricately sculpted Chandela dynasty shrines across Western and Eastern complexes

04

Panna National Park: Wildlife reserve explored by an open jeep safari

05

Raneh Falls: Canyons and seasonal waterfalls over unique rock formations

06

Gwalior Fort: Vast tenth-century fortress offering sunset viewpoints and evening illumination shows

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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6 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
OrchhaOrchha

Day 1 · Orchha

Gwalior to Orchha via Jhansi Fort

Meet at Rajmata Vijaya Raje Scindia Airport in Gwalior and begin the 120-kilometre drive to Orchha. On the way, stop in Jhansi to tour Jhansi Fort, a key centre of resistance during the 1857 Revolt. Continue to Orchha and check in to your hotel after 1:00 PM. In the late afternoon, visit Orchha Palace to view the sunset. In the evening, attend the Light and Sound Show at Diwan-E-Aam. Dinner is at your own expense, followed by an overnight stay in Orchha.

Meal notes

Meals not included

OrchhaOrchha

Day 2 · Orchha

Heritage Temples and Orchha Sanctuary

Have breakfast at your hotel before heading out with a local guide to explore Orchha. Visit Ram Raja Temple, where Lord Ram is worshipped as both king and god, followed by Chaturbhuj Temple and the architectural murals of Laxminarayan Temple. In the afternoon, visit Orchha Sanctuary along the Betwa River to look for local birdlife, jackals, and deer. Walk through the Chhatris cenotaphs on the riverbank, and finish the evening exploring the local markets. Overnight in Orchha.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

KhajurahoKhajuraho

Day 3 · Khajuraho

Orchha to Khajuraho Temple Complex

After breakfast, depart Orchha on a 171-kilometre drive to Khajuraho in the Chhatarpur district. Accompanied by a tour guide, explore the UNESCO-listed temples divided into Western and Eastern groups. See the grand Western complex near the Archaeological Survey of India museum, examining Kandariya Mahadev Temple and Jagdambi Temple. Continue to the Eastern group to view Javari and Parsvanatha Temple. Spend your evening browsing the local bazaars for regional crafts and souvenirs before dinner. Overnight in Khajuraho.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 4 · Khajuraho

Raneh Waterfall and Panna Safari

Eat an early breakfast and travel 23 kilometres to Raneh Waterfall and its canyon rock formations. Spend time viewing the gorge and crystalline granite rocks. Next, continue to Panna National Park, home to Bengal tigers, leopards, chital, sambar, and sloth bears. In the evening, set out on an open jeep safari through the tiger reserve. After finishing the game drive, return by vehicle to Khajuraho for dinner and your overnight hotel stay.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 5 · Gwalior

Khajuraho to Gwalior and Fort Visit

Following breakfast, embark on a 276-kilometre road journey across Madhya Pradesh back towards Gwalior, pausing for viewpoint stops along the way. Arrive in Gwalior before sunset, check in to your hotel, and proceed to the historic Gwalior Fort with a guide. Explore the tenth-century hilltop citadel and take in the sunset from the walls. In the evening, watch the Gwalior Fort Light and Sound show before returning to your hotel for overnight rest.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 6 · Gwalior

Departure from Gwalior

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Gwalior. Check out by 11:00 AM, and make your way to the Gwalior Airport for your scheduled onward journey, marking the end of the tour.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 6

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Places worth exploring

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Jhansi Fort

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Jhansi Fort

Historic hill citadel that served as a key resistance base during 1857 Revolt.

Chaturbhuj Temple

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Chaturbhuj Temple

Massive multi-storeyed stone temple in Orchha with soaring spire architecture.

Kandariya Mahadev Temple

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Kandariya Mahadev Temple

Largest and most elaborately decorated Chandela temple within Khajuraho's Western group.

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Panna National Park

Diverse tiger reserve traversed by evening open jeep safari tracking wildlife.

These are ideas for your trip. Entry, tickets and opening times need checking; only services in your final booking are included.

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In this holiday plan

  • Tempo Traveler transport for all transfers and sightseeing from Gwalior to Gwalior
  • 5 nights accommodation on sharing basis as per the itinerary with breakfast
  • Fixed-time airport pickup on Day 1
  • Dedicated Trip Captain accompanying the group throughout the tour
  • Local tour guide for Orchha sightseeing
  • Local tour guide for Khajuraho temple exploration
  • Local tour guide for Gwalior Fort
  • Light and sound show tickets in Orchha and Gwalior
  • Complimentary evening tea and cookies in Orchha
  • All permits, driver allowances, toll taxes, and parking charges
  • First aid kit

Plan for these extras

  • −Airport drop on the last day
  • −Early check-in before 1:00 PM and late check-out after 11:00 AM at hotels
  • −Lunches, dinners, and any meals not mentioned in the meal plan
  • −Monument entry fees and parking fees during sightseeing
  • −Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, and tips
  • −Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions

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Good to know

Useful details to help you decide, with the finer points confirmed for your own trip.

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Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹20,900

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, activities and more.

Local know-how
  • If Raneh Waterfall is dry due to season or weather, rock formations are visited instead.
  • Check-in at hotels is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM.
  • Standard tour departure from Gwalior begins at 10:00 AM on Day 1.
  • Tour return and airport drop arrangements should be coordinated for Day 6 departure.
  • Monument entry fees and safari entry/monument parking charges are not included in the package.
When is the best time to visit Orchha, Khajuraho, Gwalior?

Our travel experts advise the ideal window for Orchha, Khajuraho, Gwalior when you request your tailored quote.

How many days is Gwalior, Orchha and Khajuraho Tour?

6 days and 5 nights, across 3 destinations.

Which places does Gwalior, Orchha and Khajuraho Tour cover?

Orchha, Khajuraho, Gwalior. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Orchha, Khajuraho, Gwalior?

Jhansi Fort; Chaturbhuj Temple; Kandariya Mahadev Temple; Panna National Park; Gwalior Fort.

Who is Gwalior, Orchha and Khajuraho Tour best suited to?

families, couples, friends, groups

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

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How much does Gwalior, Orchha and Khajuraho Tour cost?

From ₹20,900 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, activities and more.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 5-night itinerary?

Tempo Traveler transport for all transfers and sightseeing from Gwalior to Gwalior; 5 nights accommodation on sharing basis as per the itinerary with breakfast; Fixed-time airport pickup on Day 1; Dedicated Trip Captain accompanying the group throughout the tour; Local tour guide for Orchha sightseeing; Local tour guide for Khajuraho temple exploration; Local tour guide for Gwalior Fort; Light and sound show tickets in Orchha and Gwalior. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Gwalior, Orchha and Khajuraho Tour?

Airport drop on the last day; Early check-in before 1:00 PM and late check-out after 11:00 AM at hotels; Lunches, dinners, and any meals not mentioned in the meal plan; Monument entry fees and parking fees during sightseeing; Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, and tips; Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.

How do I book Gwalior, Orchha and Khajuraho Tour?

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Do I need a visa for Orchha, Khajuraho, Gwalior?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹20,900
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, activities and more.
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