About This Tour
The Classical India Art & Culture Tour is a carefully planned trip on the artistic, spiritual and architectural soul of India. The trip will showcase to the visitors some of the most sophisticated creations of classical temple architecture and ancient learning centers, sacred rivers, and traditions of India all located outside the normal tourist trail. The complex stone carvings of Khajuraho to the spiritual rhythm of Varanasi, the temple city of Bhubaneswar to the famous Sun Temple of Konark, this itinerary will provide the richness of the culture and is comfortable and balanced at the same time. You can book your Classical India Art & Culture Tour Packages through the official website of Namaskar India Tour.
Trip Highlights
- Visit the Khajuraho Temples and classical sculptures which are listed by UNESCO.
- Take part in the religious practices of Varanasi and River Ganga.
- Explore Sarnath, one of the biggest Buddhist centers of learning.
- Explore the Kalinga architecture in Odisha at Bhubaneswar.
- Witness the Konark Sun Temple of Konark, which is an architectural work.
- Witness living traditions, rituals, and classical heritage of India.
Included/Exclude
Included
- Modern accommodation with comfort.
- Daily breakfast at hotels
- Sightseeing and transfers in personal air-conditioned vehicles .
- Entrance fees of monuments according to the itinerary.
- Cruising along River Ganga in Varanasi.
- Any hotel and transportation tax.
Exclude
- Airfare or train tickets
- Lunches and dinners
- Shopping, laundry, tips, personal
- Video or camera expenses in monuments.
- Travel insurance
- All other services other than inclusions.
Tour Itinerary
Discover a carefully curated journey that covers the must-see highlights and hidden gems of India. Our itinerary is designed to balance sightseeing with relaxation, giving you an authentic cultural experience while ensuring a smooth and comfortable travel schedule.
From bustling cities to serene landscapes, each day has been thoughtfully planned to provide memorable experiences, local interactions, and seamless travel across destinations.
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Day-1 Arrival in Khajuraho
Reach Khajuraho, a small heritage town famous with its great medieval temples. On arrival, you will be transferred into your hotel and received with check-in. The remaining day will be free to relax and enjoy the quietness of this UNESCO-listed location. During the evening, you can take a slow stroll through the surrounding village or you can just admire the calm environment of your hotel. Have your dinner and then return back to your hotel to take some rest while you prepare for the next day adventure
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Day-2 Explore Temple Art and Sculpture Heritage at Khajuraho
In the morning, start a guided tour of the most popular Western Group of Temples of Khajuraho, which are known around the world due to the elaborate stone carvings and the skill of Nagara-style building designs. These temples show daily life, mythology, worship, music, dance, and human emotions which provide an understanding of the classical Indian variant of worldview. Keep on to the Eastern Group of Temples, which are an expression of Jain artistic traditions and spiritual philosophy. The afternoon is at leisure to either have some rest or to see some local art centers where the traditional stone carving techniques are displayed. This day is an excellent insight into the sculptural skills and freedom of form in India. Overnight stay in Khajuraho.
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Day-3 Arrival in Varanasi
Have breakfast then move to Varanasi, which is among the ancient cities that have never ceased existence in the world. Being in the country, first of all, check in to your hotel and have some rest. At the end of the afternoon, move to the banks of the River Ganga to observe the enchanting Ganga Aarti ritual. Priests do their ritual in unison using lamps, chants and music that give them a spiritual ambiance. The life of pilgrims and locals can be understood by a walk along the ghats and the living traditions, rituals, and day-to-day life can be perceived.Overnight stay in Varanasi.
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Day-4 Explore Sarnath
Wake up early in the morning and take a boat ride first to see a sunrise over the Ganges, then to witness morning prayers, rituals and ghat awakening. In the morning, wander through the small streets of Varanasi, where you will see the traditional silk weaving regions as well as the ancient temples which make up the cultural identity of the city. Then go on to Sarnath, when Lord Buddha preached his initial discourse. See the Dhamek Stupa, ruins of the Ashoka Pillars and the Sarnath Museum, where the outstanding Buddhist sculptures and other relics are located. Return back to Varanasi to stay overnight.
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Day-5 Arrival in Bhubaneswar
After eating breakfast, board a plane or a train to Bhubaneswar, the capital of Odisha and the city referred to as the Temple City of India. On arrival, check in to your hotel and have a rest. During the afternoon, sightseeing in the iconic Lingaraj Temple, the Mukteswara Temple, and the Rajarani Temple The architecture of each of them is exquisite, Kalinga-style. These temples emphasize the role of Odisha in designing classical Indian temples. The night is at liberty or to explore the local food. Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.
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Day-6 Konark and Puri
Following breakfast, take a drive to Konark to see the famous Sun Temple which is a UNESCO World Heritage site in the form of a huge stone chariot which is dedicated to the Sun God. Travel further to Puri, which is a Char Dham pilgrimage site. Visit Jagannath Temple and get the feel of the spiritual power in this divine coastal town. Leave for the airport after having your dinner as your spiritual Classical India Art & Culture Tour
comes to an end
