Bandhavgarh Khajuraho with Panna Tour 07 Nights / 08 Days
Bandhavgarh National Park is spread over an area of 448 sq kms and has vast stretches of grasslands spread over 32 hills. It boasts of the one of highest density of tigers in the world, besides healthy population of Cheetal, Sambhar and Barking Deer. Bandhavgarh Fort scattered with remnants of the past forms the heart of the park and offers breathtaking views of the forest all around it.
Khajuraho is a famous tourist and archaeological site known for its sculptured temples dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Jain patriarchs. Khajuraho was one of the capitals of the Chandela kings, who from the 9th to the 11th century CE developed a large realm, which at its height included almost all of what is now Madhya Pradesh state. Khajuraho extended over 21 sq. km and contained about 85 temples built by multiple rulers from about 950 to 1050. In the late 11th century the Chandela, in a period of chaos and decline, moved to hill forts elsewhere. Khajuraho continued its religious importance until the 14th century (Ibn Batuta was impressed by it) but was afterwards largely forgotten; its remoteness probably saved it from the desecration that Muslim conquerors generally inflicted on Hindu monuments. In 1838 a British army captain, TS Burt, employed by the Asiatic Society in Calcutta, came upon information that led him to the rediscovery of the complex of temples in the jungle in Khajuraho.
Of the 85 original temples-most constructed of hard river sandstone-about 20 are still reasonably well preserved. Both internally and externally the temples are richly carved with excellent sculptures that are frequently sensual and, at times, sexually explicit. The temples are divided into three complexes-the western is the largest and best known, containing the magnificent Shaivite temple Kandariya Mahadev, a 31m high agglomeration of porches and turrets culminating in a spire. Modern Khajuraho is a small village, serving the tourist trade with hotels and an airport. Khajuraho’s name derives from the prevalence of khajur, or date palms, in the area
Day01 :- 13th March 2019 – Umaria – Bandhavgarh National Park (35 KMS/ 1 HRS)
Arrive at Umaria Station, you will be received by the Driver of UTCI and would be further assisted & transferred to Bandhavgarh. On arrival, check into Syna Tiger Resort Bandhavgarh – Cottage category room. Rest day enjoy the nature around the lodge with the bicycling. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day02 :- 14th March 2019 – Bandhavgarh National Park
Morning and Evening Jeep Safari in Bandhavgarh National Park. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day03 :- 15th March 2019 – Bandhavgarh National Park
Morning and Evening Jeep Safari in Bandhavgarh National Park. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day04 :- 16th March 2019 – Bandhavgarh National Park
Morning and Evening Jeep Safari in Bandhavgarh National Park. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day05 :- 17th March 2018 – Bandhavgarh – Khajuraho (275 KMS/ 6 HRS)
Morning nature walk and village visit in buffer zone in Bandhavgarh National Park after early/pack lunch, drive to Khajuraho. On arrival, check into Syna Heritage hotel – Sweet category room. Rest day enjoy the nature around the hotel. Late evening sound and light show at Khajuraho temple complex. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day06 :- 18th March 2018 – Khajuraho – Panna– Khajuraho (60 KMS)
Morning game drive in Panna National Park, followed by lunch at tree house restaurant on the banks of Ken river, After Pandav fall visit evening at leisure in Khajuraho market and hotel.
Day07 :- 19th March 2018 – Khajuraho (40 KMS)
After breakfast full day tour to Raneh fall and Khajuraho temple tour visiting the Kandariya Mahadeo Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The other temples of interest are Chausath Yogini, Chitragupta etc. each with its own history and presiding deity witness the spectacular. Lunch at one of the famous restaurant in Khajuraho ( Raja Café). Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day08 :- 20th March 2018 – Khajuraho departure (8 KMS/ 15 Minutes)
Morning appropriate time after breakfast Depart Khajuraho airport.
* Return home with happy memories. The tour will culminate here.
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Cost Includes:-
- Hotel Accommodation.
- Meals – All Meals ( 8B,8L,8D) and morning and evening tea/coffee service.
- Six exclusive Jeep Safari in Bandhavgarh National Park.
- One Exclusive Jeep Safari in Panna National Park.
- Full Day guide charge in Khajuraho with entry ticket of monuments in Khajuraho.
- Light and sound show ticket in Khajuraho.
- Raneh and Pandav fall visit with entry ticket included.
- All Sightseeing and transfer by AC Sedan car ( etios/dzire or similar)
All applicable taxes such Driver Allowance, Toll charges, parking charges etc.
Cost Excludes:-
- Airline/Railway tickets.
- Camera entry ticket of any of the monuments in Khajuraho.
- Expenses like Laundry, Telephone, Bottled water, soft and alcoholic beverages, tips, etc.
- Unspecified meals and services.
- Bottled water, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
- Tips, portarage and gratuities.
- Anything that is not included in the inclusions list (refer above)
