Background:

Beyond the famous erotic carvings - which account for less than 10% of the total sculptures - the UNESCO World Heritage monuments of Khajuraho are celebrated for their extraordinary Nagara-style architecture, religious inclusivity, and encyclopaedic representation of secular life in medieval India.

The entire complex of towering temples is built of fine-grained sandstone block and granite, without the use of mortar, relying on gravity and precision engineering to stand for over a thousand years. The lifelike fluidity of the sculptures, combined with scenes depicting courtly life, warriors, farmers, merchants, potters, musicians, teachers and many other aspects of daily life, make these monuments truly outstanding.

Temples to multiple faiths co-exist in Khajuraho, a reminder of the syncretic nature of Indian society under the Chandela empire.

Beyond the temples, we will also see daily life in Khajuraho and explore the arts, crafts and legends of the tribal communities of Madhya Pradesh.

About this tour:

This is a private tour of Khajuraho highlights, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide. The tour includes the following:

• The Western Group of Temples - including Kandariya Mahadev, Jagadamba Temple Chitragupta Temple, Lakshmana Temple, Varaha Shrine and Matangeshwar Mahadev Temple (several of these have the famous erotic sculptures on their exterior)
• The Eastern Group of Temples - this part of the tour covers not just temples, but a walk and rickshaw ride through the old village Basti (settlement) of Khajuraho as well as a look at the Digambar Jaina tradition still extant in Khajuraho
• A visit to the stunning Aadivart complex, where tribal homes have been recreated, and award-winning tribal artists have depicted the folk arts of Madhya Pradesh

Start point: Your hotel

End point: Your hotel

Duration: 8 hrs with a break for lunch

When: All days of the week, morning and evening slots

Cost and Booking::

• INR 19500 using a Force Urbania (can take 5 to 10 adults + guide + driver)
• INR 16500 using a Toyota Crysta (can take 3-4 adults + guide + driver)
• INR 12000 using a small car (can take 2 adults + guide + driver)

Includes:
AC vehicle, driver, fuel, parking charges, tolls, knowledgeable English-speaking guide, rickshaw ride, bottled water and all taxes.

Excludes:
Entrances, meals and tips.

Prior reservation is mandatory. Email deepa@magictoursofindia.com or WhatsApp wa.me/+919867707414.

Tour Notes:

Please wear comfortable footwear. In the outer areas of temples, shoes are permitted, but they must be removed while entering temples. Socks are acceptable. Please dress modestly as we will be walking through the old village area. Please be sensitive while photographing residents. We recommend that you protect your skin from the sun and keep yourself hydrated. There are plenty of clean toilets available during the tour. For lunch, please let us know your food preferences and we will recommend restaurants accordingly.