Full-Day Private Guided Chanderi Tour from Orchha with Lunch

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About the Activity

Visit the 11th century historic town of Chanderi on this full-day tour from Orccha. Explore the town's many monuments, such as Babur’s Mosque, Khuni Darwaza and Koshak Mahal and learn about Chanderi's rich history from your guide. The tour includes a vegetarian lunch, a personal driver and hotel pickup and drop-off. This is a private tour, limited to no more than 15 travelers per booking.

9 hours to 10 hours

Private Tour

Pickup offered

Instant Confirmation

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Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Travel Date

Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Private Chauffeur with comfortable AC car

Drive to Chanderi From Orchha and back

Fuel and Parking fee

Vegetarian picnic Lunch

Surcharge and government taxes

One water bottle each

Personal Local Guide

Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities

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Chanderi

Chanderi, IndiaAfter you are picked up from your hotel lobby in Orchha by the Personal chauffeur, drive around 150 Kilometres (3 hours) to the 11th century historic town of Chanderi. Local expert will meet you in the town to take you to different monuments. A town surrounded by hills, lakes and forests server several tributes of the Malwa sultans & Bundela Rajputs. Chanderi is a town of historic importance in Ashoknagar District of Madhya Pradesh state in India & is located strategically on the borders of Bundelkhand & Malwa regions. In 11th century, it was dominated by the trade route of Central India. During the period of emperor Akbar, 1200 baolis (step wells) were counted within Chanderi. There are only few places in Madhya Pradesh where you can find large number of monuments at small destination and Chanderi is one among such must see tourist destinations. Approximately 375 historic monuments can be seen in Chanderi, but some are very famous & antique. To name few Babur’s Mosque, Khuni Darwaza, Jama & Juma Masjid, Badal Mahal, Nizamuddin Tombs are must see. Koshak Mahal is a tall 3 and half stories building of arches & courts. Kati ghati Gate is been used since its construction as the entry gate of Chanderi for visitors from Malwa & Bundelkhand. Khandagiri jain temples were carved out of the rock about 700 years ago. Chanderi is most likely the centre of Jain Culture & attracting the devotees of Jainism for at least 900 year Apart from its historic monuments, chanderi is also famous for hand-woven Chanderi saris .More than 50 percent of Chanderi's 40,000 populations is implicated with hand loom cottage industries, making sari, and other dress fabric. Savour the delicacy of home cooked vegetarian Bundelkhand local lunch at picnic spot after you have visited the famous monuments. Make multiple stops to enjoy the beautiful landscape of central India on the drive back to Orchha. Your personal chauffeur will either drop you back to the Hotel lobby in Orchha or at Jhansi / Lalitpur Railway Station depending on your convenience. Continue your journey with happy memories.8 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Chanderi Fort

Tikamgarh District, Chanderi, IndiaChanderi Fort, a vast Mughal fort, dominates the skyline of the lovely old town of Chanderi. The main gate of the fort is known as the "Khooni Darwaza". Chanderi fort is situated on a hill 71 meter above the town. The fortification walls were constructed mainly by the Muslim rulers of Chanderi. To the southwest of the fort there is a curious gateway called katti-ghatti made through a hill side.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Khuni Darwaza Chanderi

Near Chanderi Fort, Chanderi, IndiaThe prisoners are believed to have been thrown from the fortification above Khooni Darwaza and their bodies shattered to pieces below. Hence, the name Khooni Darwaza which translates to 'gate soaked in blood'.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Badal Mahal Gate

Mp Sh 10, Near Jama Masjid, Chanderi, IndiaIts importance as an iconic monument is clear as it form is now etched as a seal which is put on the letters which are posted in Chanderi. This is also the stamp which Madhya Pradesh Handloom Department puts on the hand-woven sarees which Chanderi is famous for.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Koshak Mahal

Isagarh Road, 4 Km From City, Chanderi, IndiaIt is suggested that once the first storey was completed, the builders were faced with the problem of raising the heavy stone blocks to the second level. This was resolved by burying the first storey under dirt to create a slope on which the blocks could be carried uphill. Each storey was similarly constructed and finally the dirt was cleared away to uncover the entire structure.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup details

Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations

Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Please provide your hotel details while booking for smooth arrangements.
Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time

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Additional Information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable walking shoes are advised.
Please dress modestly and ensure you have adequate sun protection.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Comfortable casual attire is recommended
Vegetarian option is available

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Confirmation will be received at time of booking • Comfortable walking shoes are advised. • Please dress modestly and ensure you have adequate sun protection. • Adult pricing applies to all travelers • Not wheelchair accessible • Children must be accompanied by an adult • Comfortable casual attire is recommended • Vegetarian option is available

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Kolkata time to receive 100% refund.

Operated by City Tours IndiaCreated on 18 Dec 2017Created on 01 Jul 2024

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