Delhi to Khajuraho by Vande Bharat Express – 2 Days Heritage Escape
Experience one of India's finest cultural destinations with this carefully designed 2-day rail journey from Delhi to Khajuraho aboard the modern Vande Bharat Express. Combining high-speed train travel with personalized service, this tour introduces you to the remarkable temple city famous for its UNESCO World Heritage monuments and extraordinary medieval architecture. Explore the peaceful Eastern Group of Temples, marvel at the magnificent Western Group of Temples with an expert local guide, and enjoy the spectacular evening Sound and Light Show that narrates the glorious history of the Chandela dynasty. With private transfers, quality accommodation, monument entrance fees, and guided sightseeing included, this short escape offers the perfect balance of comfort, history, and culture.
Day 1: Delhi – Khajuraho by Vande Bharat Express | Eastern Temples & Sound and Light Show
Train: Vande Bharat Express (22470)
Departure: 06:00 AM from Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station
Arrival: 02:20 PM at Khajuraho Railway Station
Begin your journey with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Delhi and a private transfer to Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station. Board the comfortable Vande Bharat Express and relax while travelling through the heart of India to Khajuraho. Upon arrival, meet our local representative and transfer to your hotel. After a short break, visit the fascinating Eastern Group of Temples, where beautifully preserved Jain and Hindu temples display elegant carvings and remarkable craftsmanship. Explore the Parsvanatha, Adinatha, Ghantai, Brahma, Vamana, and Javari Temples before spending the evening at the renowned Sound and Light Show held within the Western Group of Temples complex. The immersive presentation brings the history of Khajuraho and the Chandela rulers vividly to life. Return to your hotel after the show.
Overnight at hotel in Khajuraho.
Day 2: Western Group of Temples – Delhi by Vande Bharat Express
Train: Vande Bharat Express (22469)
Departure: 02:50 PM from Khajuraho Railway Station
Arrival: 11:10 PM at Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin exploring the magnificent Western Group of Temples, the artistic masterpiece of Khajuraho and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accompanied by your local guide, admire the intricate sculptures and impressive architecture of the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple, Lakshmana Temple, Vishwanath Temple, Devi Jagdambi Temple, Chitragupta Temple, Varaha Shrine, and Nandi Pavilion. Following the sightseeing tour, transfer to Khajuraho Railway Station to board the afternoon Vande Bharat Express back to Delhi. On arrival at Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station late in the evening, our representative will meet you and provide a private transfer to your hotel, concluding your unforgettable heritage journey.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Delhi.
- Private transfers between hotel, railway station, and sightseeing attractions.
- Round-trip Vande Bharat Express train tickets (AC Chair Car or Executive Chair Car as per package selected), including complimentary onboard meals on both train journeys.
- One night's accommodation in Khajuraho with breakfast.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing in Khajuraho.
- Professional English-speaking local guide.
- Monument entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary.
- Sound and Light Show tickets.
- Bottled drinking water during sightseeing.
- All applicable tolls, parking charges, and government taxes.
- Lunch and dinner in Khajuraho (except complimentary meals served onboard the Vande Bharat Express).
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, beverages, and shopping.
- Camera or video charges at monuments, where applicable.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Travel insurance.
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Expenses arising due to train delays, cancellations, weather conditions, or circumstances beyond our control.
- Any item not specifically mentioned under Includes.