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2 days in Khajuraho

A thousand years of sculpture in sandstone, next to a tiger reserve.

Best time: Oct – Mar
Ideal length: 2 days
A day, mid-range: ₹4,500 per person
Trip for two: about ₹18,000

Planning a 2-day trip to Khajuraho? Here's a day-by-day Khajuraho itinerary with what it costs, where to stay and how to get there, ready to follow or make your own.

Why go now

Winter is the season, and the Khajuraho Dance Festival brings classical dancers to the temples in February.

Khajuraho's temples, built by the Chandela kings around 1000 CE, are covered in some of the finest stone sculpture in India. The village is small and relaxed, and Panna's tigers are nearby.

Jan: a good time to go
Feb: a good time to go
Mar: a good time to go
Apr
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Jun
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Aug
Sep
Oct: a good time to go
Nov: a good time to go
Dec: a good time to go

October to March: 10–28°C and dry.

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Don't miss

Best things to do in Khajuraho

01
Western Group
The finest UNESCO temples, including Kandariya Mahadeva.
02
Eastern Group
Jain temples with delicate carvings.
03
Panna National Park
Tiger safaris and boat rides on the Ken river.
04
Raneh Falls
A canyon of coloured granite.

Day by day

Khajuraho itinerary for 2 days

D1
Day 1: The temples
Morning
The Western Group with an ASI-approved guide: Kandariya Mahadeva, Lakshmana and Vishvanatha temples, covered in thousands of carved figures.
Afternoon
The Eastern Group of Jain temples, quieter and finely carved.
Evening
The sound-and-light show at the Western Group, narrated by Amitabh Bachchan in Hindi.
Morning light is best for photographs.
D2
Day 2: Panna and Raneh Falls
Morning
Early morning safari in Panna Tiger Reserve, or a boat ride on the Ken river to see gharials.
Afternoon
Raneh Falls, a canyon of pink and grey granite.
Evening
Leave Khajuraho by train or flight.
Panna is closed on Wednesday afternoons.

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Shorter or longer

Khajuraho in 1, 2 or 4 days

1 day in Khajuraho

Follow days 1 to 1 above and leave out “Panna and Raneh Falls”. Start early each day and book the main sights ahead.

4 days in Khajuraho

Slow down with a free day for a spa, a cooking class or simply wandering, then add 1 day in Kanha.

What it costs

Khajuraho trip budget

Style	Per person, a day	2 days for two
Budget	₹1,800	₹7,200
Mid-range	₹4,500	₹18,000
Luxury	₹12,000+	₹48,000

Stay, food, local transport and entry fees; travel to Khajuraho is extra. Rough guides from recent prices, so check before you book.

Where to stay

Best hotels in Khajuraho for every budget

Budget
Guesthouses near the Western Group
Main road
Walk to the temples.
from ₹1,200 /night
Prices
Mid-range
Ramada Khajuraho
Airport Road
A resort with a big pool.
from ₹5,500 /night
Prices
Luxury
The Lalit Temple View
Opposite the Western Group
Rooms facing the temples.
from ₹14,000 /night
Prices

What to eat

Food to try in Khajuraho

Bundelkhandi thali
Simple local dishes.
Poha and jalebi
A Madhya Pradesh breakfast.
Rooftop cafés
With temple views.

Getting there

How to reach Khajuraho

Travel: Khajuraho has a small airport and a railway station; Jhansi is about 175 km.
Getting around: Rent a bicycle for the temple groups; taxis for Panna and Raneh Falls.

Hire an ASI-approved guide at the gate to understand the carvings.
Panna is closed on Wednesday afternoons.

Before you go

What to pack for Khajuraho

Power bank and charging cables
ID (Aadhaar or licence)
Binoculars
Muted, earth-coloured clothes
Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for temples

Good questions

Khajuraho trip FAQs

How many days are enough for Khajuraho?

2 days are enough to see the highlights: Western Group, Eastern Group, Panna National Park. Add a day or two if you like a slower pace.

How much does a 2-day Khajuraho trip cost?

Roughly ₹1,800 a day per person on a budget, ₹4,500 mid-range and ₹12,000+ for luxury, not counting travel to get there. For two people mid-range, that's about ₹18,000 for 2 days.

What is the best time to visit Khajuraho?

Oct – Mar. Winter is the season, and the Khajuraho Dance Festival brings classical dancers to the temples in February.

Where should I stay in Khajuraho?

Budget: Guesthouses near the Western Group (Main road), from about ₹1,200 a night. Mid-range: Ramada Khajuraho (Airport Road), from about ₹5,500 a night. Luxury: The Lalit Temple View (Opposite the Western Group), from about ₹14,000 a night.

How do I reach Khajuraho?

Khajuraho has a small airport and a railway station; Jhansi is about 175 km.

Is 1 day enough for Khajuraho?

Yes, if you focus: follow days 1 to 1 of the itinerary above and skip "Panna and Raneh Falls". 2 days is the comfortable length.

What is the weather like in Khajuraho?

October to March: 10–28°C and dry.

What food should I try in Khajuraho?

Bundelkhandi thali: Simple local dishes. Poha and jalebi: A Madhya Pradesh breakfast. Rooftop cafés: With temple views.

How do I get around Khajuraho?

Rent a bicycle for the temple groups; taxis for Panna and Raneh Falls.

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