Khajuraho Tour Packages

Get to know more about Khajuraho before booking your tour packages

In the backdrop of the Vindhya Range of mountains, is the famous city of Khajuraho which is known to house some of the best Hindu and Jain temples of India. Khajuraho sightseeing is becoming popular amongst travellers having varied interest. Being one of the UNESCO world heritage sites, Khajuraho draws the attention of travellers from different parts of the world. The marvellously designed temples, beautiful rock carvings, and artefacts that date back to 950 AD garner a lot of attention. Khajuraho tour can be one of the best ways to get a better understanding of the ancient mysteries and art, as each piece here unravels a new mystery. 

Experience Khajuraho 

Basically, the entire Khajuraho site is divided into two parts; one is the western group of temples where you can find the famous Devi Jagadambi Temple, Varaha Temple, Chausath Yogini Temple, Chitragupta Temple, and many more. The other part is known as the eastern group of temples where you can find temples such as Ghantai Temple, Brahma Temple, Parshvanatha Temple, and many more. If you are planning your Khajuraho trip, it would be better to craft your itinerary keeping these two groups in consideration. It will allow you to invest an adequate amount of time to each heritage site. Or you can simply book Khajuraho tour packages after checking out the rates of Khajuraho packages. This will help you with planning and having a hassle-free trip to the city. 

Things to Do in Khajuraho

Here are some of the best sites that you should not miss out on while taking a trip to Khajuraho: 

1. Kandariya Mahadev Temple: One of the best sites in Khajuraho is the Kandariya Mahadev Temple that displays over 800 enchanting sculptures. Out of all the temples situated in the city, this one is the most refined and impressive in terms of design and art. And this might be one of the prominent reasons for this temple being a popular Khajuraho sightseeing spot. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu deity, Lord Shiva. The Shiva Linga, located in the sanctum, is surrounded by 646 statues that enhance the beauty of the temple by many folds. 

2. Matangeshvara Temple: When it comes to Matangeshvara Temple, one might not find it intriguing enough because of the design or sculptures, but the thing that this temple has and none other in entire North India is the 8-feet tall Shiva Linga made out of yellow limestone that you can witness with your Khajuraho package. According to the history of this place, it is said that the temple was built during the Chandela Dynasty by Chandra Dev. Make sure your Khajuraho package includes this temple so that you don’t miss out on the rich history of Matangeshvara Temple.

3. Lakshmana Temple: Magnificent is the one word that can describe the surroundings of the Lakshmana Temple. This temple is the part of the western group of temples and known to be the largest as well as oldest of them all. People often find themselves enjoying Khajuraho sightseeing activity around this temple because of the serenity of the place. If you visit this temple, you will be awestruck witnessing the mesmerizing and captivating work of art on the temple walls and its platform.

4. Javari Temple: Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Javari Temple is also a masterpiece that is situated in the eastern group of temples in Khajuraho. The architecture of the exterior and mind-blowing interior carvings on the temple’s wall will leave you spellbound and astonished for sure. If you are choosing this place as your honeymoon destination be sure you opt for the Khajuraho honeymoon tour packages and do check that Javari tour is a part of the package. There is no point of visiting the eastern group if you miss out on this temple.

5. Panna National Park: If you were thinking that Khajuraho is only famous for its temples, then you need to check this place out. Panna National Park was founded in the year 1981 to protect the endangered tigers. It is the fifth tiger reserve of the state and twenty-second in the country. Panna National Park is just about 40-50 minutes’ drive from the town of Khajuraho and a must-visit place during your Khajuraho trip. 

6. Raneh Falls: If your Khajuraho tour itinerary does not have Raneh Falls in it, your trip to Khajuraho will be incomplete. Another beautiful and enticing sightseeing spot for the adventure enthusiasts as well as nature lovers is the Raneh Falls. Reaching to the falls is easy because it is just about 30 minutes away from the temple city of Madhya Pradesh. Once you are done with your Khajuraho tour, you can check out this serene and scenic place, and enjoy having a picnic here. 

Best Time to Visit Khajuraho

You can plan your visit to the city of Khajuraho throughout the year, but if you visit during summers, you might find fewer people as compared to any other season throughout the entire year. This is because Madhya Pradesh experiences a high temperature during summers and most people choose to stay away. The best months to visit here is between July and March, so you can check out Khajuraho tour packages in these months.