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Khajuraho Dance Festival Tour Package
Tour Overview
Khajuraho Dance Festival Tour for Viewing Pleasure
The Khajuraho Dance Festival that takes place annually from 25th February to 2nd March each year is a spectacular cultural insight organized outside the Vishwanath Temple and Chitragupta Temple in an open-air based auditorium.
The festival lasts for a week with music maestros and classical dancers from the entire country displaying their artistry in the fantasy setting of illuminated temple-background. The Kala Parishad of Madhya Pradesh arranges for this grand meeting of music and dance enthusiasts with the famous Khajuraho temples for the backdrop. You can book the tickets in advance for the show and enjoy the numerous classical dance forms that are performed during this event. Craftworks and art displays are also put up alongside the dance performances. You can also take the opportunity to visit the Khajuraho Temples that are enlisted as World Heritage Site by the UNESCO.
About The Package:
The ‘Khajuraho Dance Festival’ package offered by Namaste India Trip is one the most intriguing trips that you can make to enjoy the art and culture of India. While the online travel agency makes provisions for you to be a part of this cultural extravaganza it takes care of your entire stay and your necessities during the tour. While in Khajuraho at the time of the festival you can view the dancers mesmerize the audience through their outstanding culturally rich performances and several music maestros display their amazing talent to hundreds of music lovers. You will not be disappointed in the show of heavenly music and the magical ambience created through the entire event. Dance forms including Mohiniyattam, Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathak and Odissi are presented in this open-air event. And with Namaste India Trip by your side, you will have no worries and enjoy the tour to the fullest.
Trip Highlights
- Visit to The Chausath Yogini, Vishwanath Temple, Kandariya Mahadeo, Lakshmana Temple and Chitragupta Temple, Brahma Temple, and Javari Temple are all important Hindu temples.
- Captivate yourself at Raneh Falls, which marks the Rewa Plateau where the Ken River etches out a canyon surrounded by numerous waterfalls.
- Each day, brace yourself for an evening dance festival performed by various artists from across the country.
Tour at a Glance
Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Start / End
Khajuraho / Khajuraho
Tour Style
Private / Customisable
Stay
Selected hotel category
Meals
As per confirmed plan
Tour Type
Sightseeing Tour
Transport
Private vehicle
Route
Khajuraho → Raneh Falls → Khajuraho
Best Season
Nov-Feb Peak Mar-Apr Good May-Oct Off Season
Secure Booking
Trip Support
Private Tour Available
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Brief Tour Program
| Day | Tour Program | Distance / Time | Major Highlight / Sightseeing | Meals | Overnight |
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| 01 | Khajuraho Arrival | Local / 4–8 hrs | Khajuraho, Khajuraho UNESCO temples, Evening dance performances | Dinner | Khajuraho |
| 02 | Western Temple Group | Local transfer | Khajuraho UNESCO temples, Eastern and Western temple groups, Kandariya Mahadev | Breakfast & Dinner | Raneh Falls |
| 03 | Eastern Temple Group | Local transfer | Khajuraho UNESCO temples, Evening dance performances, Eastern and Western temple groups | Breakfast & Dinner | Khajuraho |
| 04 | Raneh Falls Excursion | Local / 4–8 hrs | Raneh Falls, Evening dance performances, Eastern and Western temple groups | Breakfast & Dinner | Raneh Falls |
| 05 | Khajuraho Departure | Departure transfer | Khajuraho, Khajuraho UNESCO temples, Eastern and Western temple groups | Breakfast | Tour Ends |
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Jhansi to Khajuraho
Top Attractions Jhansi to Khajuraho
Jhansi to Khajuraho
Top Attractions Jhansi to Khajuraho
After your arrival in Jhansi, the Namaste India Trip representative will escort you safely to Khajuraho where you will be checked into the hotel and stay overnight for rest.
Day 2
At Khajuraho
Top Attractions Vishwanath Temple, Lakshmana Temple
At Khajuraho
Top Attractions Vishwanath Temple, Lakshmana Temple
In the morning of day 2 after breakfast, you will be taken to the eastern and western temple groups of Khajuraho for sightseeing. The more popular of the two groups is the Western Group because of the presence of the typical and largest of the Khajuraho Temples in this group. The Chausat Yogini, Vishwanath Temple, Kandariya Mahadeo, Lakshmana Temple and Chitragupta Temple all are situated in this western group. The eastern group temples are mostly the ‘Brahma Temple’ that has a ‘four-faced lingam’, the ‘Javari Temple’ that has lavish and ornate carvings and gateways and the ‘Vamana Temple’ that has ‘apsaras’ embellished in the walls.
You can go back to the hotel after the sightseeing and get ready for the evening dance festival. After the festival, you can rest for the night at Khajuraho.In the morning of day 2 after breakfast, you will be taken to the eastern and western temple groups of Khajuraho for sightseeing. The more popular of the two groups is the Western Group because of the presence of the typical and largest of the Khajuraho Temples in this group. The Chausat Yogini, Vishwanath Temple, Kandariya Mahadeo, Lakshmana Temple and Chitragupta Temple all are situated in this western group. The eastern group temples are mostly the ‘Brahma Temple’ that has a ‘four-faced lingam’, the ‘Javari Temple’ that has lavish and ornate carvings and gateways and the ‘Vamana Temple’ that has ‘apsaras’ embellished in the walls.
You can go back to the hotel after the sightseeing and get ready for the evening dance festival. After the festival, you can rest for the night at Khajuraho.
Breakfast
Day 3
Khajuraho Continued
Top Attractions Raneh Falls, The Raneh Falls
Khajuraho Continued
Top Attractions Raneh Falls, The Raneh Falls
Post breakfast continues with the sightseeing in the daytime and proceeds to the Raneh Falls in the later part of the day. The Raneh Falls is a marking to the Rewa plateau where the Ken River etches out a canyon amidst which you can locate numerous waterfalls. Get back to Khajuraho and prepare yourself for another date with the artists at the festival at evening. The night will be spent at the Khajuraho hotel for rest.
Breakfast
Day 4
Khajuraho Continued
Top Attractions Panna National Park, Pandav Falls
Khajuraho Continued
Top Attractions Panna National Park, Pandav Falls
Day 4 of the tour will start with a hearty breakfast after which you will move on to view the Panna National Park and Pandav Falls. The Pandav Waterfalls emerges from a valley that is bowl-shaped lying on the river Ken. After your visit to this spectacular falls you can proceed to the Panna National Park for a close interaction with nature. Get back to Khajuraho in time for the evening dance performances and spend the night in Khajuraho for rest.
Breakfast
Day 5
Khajuraho to Orchha to Jhansi
Top Attractions Gupteshwar Cave Temple, Fewa Lake
Khajuraho to Orchha to Jhansi
Top Attractions Gupteshwar Cave Temple, Fewa Lake
Likewise the previous day, you can select the mode of transport as per your wish to cover the distance between Pokhara and Jomsom. On reaching Pokhara, check-into the hotel room and if you want then relax for some time or just keep your luggage in the room and then go for a half-day sightseeing trip in Pokhara. This sightseeing trip includes visiting the places like Gupteshwar Cave Temple, Fewa Lake, Bindhyabasini Temple, etc. and then retire yourself in the hotel room for an overnight halt.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
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Pick-up & Drop-off Assistance Seamless transportation to and from your designated location.
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Transport AC vehicle for the entire route with comfortable options like Sedan, SUV, Van, or Traveller.
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Sightseeing All tourist spots mentioned in the itinerary.
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Transfers Airport, railway station, or bus stand pick-up & drop.
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Driver Experienced and knowledgeable about all routes and destinations.
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Taxes & Allowances Toll taxes, parking, permits, and driver allowance included.
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Accommodation Night stay in your choice of 2-star, 3-star, 4-star, or 5-star hotels.
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Meals Veg breakfast at the hotel.
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Water Bottles Packaged drinking water on board (1 bottle).
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Guided Tours Knowledgeable English-speaking guides in Agra & Jaipur.
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Airfare / Train Fare Domestic and international travel not included.
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VISA Fees Not included.
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Entry Tickets Monuments, museums, darshan, pooja, or activity charges.
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Insurance Medical and travel insurance not included.
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Meals & Drinks Anything beyond the included breakfast.
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Camera Fees Charges for still/video cameras at tourist attractions.
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Others Not Mentioned Anything not listed under inclusions.
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Special Ride Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi.
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GST 5% GST applicable on the total billing amount.
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Local Transport Charges Costs for tuk-tuk, auto, rickshaw, cable car, porter, etc. (Our vehicle operates only up to permitted parking/designated points; guests cover beyond that.).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who Is In Charge Of The Khajuraho Dance Festival?
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The festival is organised by the Culture Department in collaboration with the Ustad Allauddin Khan Music and Arts Academy Bhopal. The festival is held every year in the magnificent city of Khajuraho, which is located in the district of Chhatarpur, and the artists perform in front of historical monuments.
What Is The Origin Of The Khajuraho Festival?
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The Khajuraho Dance Festival began in 1975, but its roots can be traced back to ancient Hindu Mythology, where dance has always held great importance. Kathak, Bharatnatyam, and Kuchipudi are dance forms mentioned in Hindu scriptures and texts.
What Is The Temple's Alternate Name?
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Kandariya Mahadeva, built during the reign of King Vidyadhara, is the largest and most famous surviving temple.
Which Temple Is The Largest In Khajuraho?
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The Kandariya Mahadeva Temple, which means "the Great God of the Cave," is the largest and most ornate Hindu temple in the Khajuraho mediaeval temple group in Madhya Pradesh, India.
When Is The Best Time To Visit Khajuraho?
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October to February, these months comprise the winter season in Khajuraho and can be considered as the best time for outdoor tourist activities especially the temple tours.
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