Highlights of Nepal & India - 16 days
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Overview
Highlights
- Kathmandu - Rickshaw ride through the city, explore Kathmandu Durbar Square and visit the Swayambhunath Stupa and Bodhnath Stupa
- Bhaktapur - Roam around the beautiful Durbar Square and test your pottery making skills
- Chitwan National Park - Go on a jeep safari in Chitwan, home to the one horned rhino and the elusive Bengal tiger
- Pokhara - Visit the World Peace Pagoda, see the daily prayers at Jangchub Choeling Monastery and go boating on Lake Phewa
- Agra – Visit the impressive Agra Fort and enjoy a guided tour of India’s legendary Taj Mahal
- Delhi – Ride on a rickshaw around Old Delhi and see highlights of the city including Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb and the India Gate monument
- Jaipur – Enjoy a tour of the highlights of the Pink City including the City Palace and Jantar Mantar space observatory
- Karauli or Dholpur – Spend the night at the Maharaja’s Palace Bhanwar Vilas in Karauli or the Raj Niwas Palace in Dholpur
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Trip includes
- 15 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 4 dinners
- 15 nights in 3–4-star hotels & heritage hotels
- Local English speaking guides for all scheduled sightseeing while in Nepal (escorted by a local English speaking guide for groups of 6 or more)
- Escorted by an English-speaking Indian tour guide while in India (for groups of 4 or more)
- Services of English-speaking Indian specialist guides at some sites while in India
- All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
- Kathmandu airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 9, Delhi airport arrival transfer on day 9
- 2 economy class flights - Chitwan to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur, Pokhara, Delhi, Jaipur, Agra and Karauli or Dholpur
- Chitwan National Park jeep safari, jungle activities and park fees
- Rickshaw ride in Kathmandu
- Boating on Lake Phewa in Pokhara
Itinerary
Friday. Welcome to Kathmandu and the start of your holiday! You’ll be met and transferred to your hotel where you will receive a welcome drink and a briefing about your trip.
Kathmandu - Bhaktapur - Patan - Kathmandu. Nepal's capital Kathmandu is a fascinating blend of old and new and the largest and most cosmopolitan city in Nepal. This morning we visit Bodhnath stupa, a beautiful Buddhist worship site with spinning prayer wheels and pros...
Kathmandu – Chitwan National Park. On day 3 we travel by road to Chitwan National Park (approx 5 hr drive), arriving in time for lunch. Chitwan is hailed as one of Asia’s finest game parks, home to more than 500 species including the endangered one horned rhino, vario...
Chitwan National Park – Pokhara. Today we take a short flight from Chitwan to Pokhara. Arriving early afternoon the rest of the day is free to relax and take a stroll around this scenic lakeside town, which is the gateway to the magnificent Annapurna Range.
This morning we watch a beautiful sunrise at the hill top World Peace Pagoda which offers spectacular views of the Annapurna range. After a short walk, we will take in the panoramic views of mountains and Pokhara valley while we have breakfast at the Raniban Retreat R...
Today is free day for you to explore Pokhara and participate in optional activities such as paragliding, ultra-light flight, zip line, bungy jump, mountain biking, cycling, boating and horse riding, or if you prefer, simply relax down by the lake.
Pokhara - Kathmandu. This morning we take the short flight back to Kathmandu and in the afternoon we explore more of the city. After visiting the beautiful Swayambhunath stupa which offers wonderful views of the city, we walk to Kathmandu Durbar Square, which is home ...
Kathmandu (Nepal) - Delhi (India). Saturday. An optional Everest scenic flight is offered on the morning of day 2 or day 9 (subject to availability) so if you’d like to book this please ensure that your flight to Delhi does not depart before midday. The first port...
Delhi - Agra. This morning we enjoy a packed day of sightseeing in Old and New Delhi - Agra. Today, check out the UNESCO-listed Humayun’s Tomb and Jama Masjid - India’s oldest and largest mosque. Visit the iconic Sikh temple Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and its community ki...
This morning, we'll visit the legendary Taj Mahal, India's most renowned monument. Constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a tribute to his beloved wife, this iconic white marble mausoleum is an unparalleled symbol of love and devotion, standing as on...
Agra - Karauli/Dholpur. This morning we journey to either Karauli or Dholpur breaking for lunch en route. In Karauli, we will stay in the beautiful Palace Bhanwar Vilas. An eclectic melding of both Oriental and Art Deco architecture, the heritage-listed hotel was b...
Karauli/Dholpur - Jaipur. This morning we hit the road towards the vibrant UNESCO listed Pink City of Jaipur. On arrival, we will spend the afternoon on a tour of the illustrious City Palace and the UNESCO-listed Jantar Mantar Space Observatory, which features 19 separate astrological instruments.
Jaipur. Early this morning why not experience an optional hot-air balloon ride (booked and paid locally, see trip notes for further information). Later, enjoy a jeep ride to Amber Fort for a guided tour and visit a cotton weaving house for an authentic demonstration of fabric dyeing. The remainder of the day is at your leisure, why not opt to explore the Johari Bazaar in the Old Pink City.
Jaipur - Delhi. Return to Delhi today where the rest of the day is at leisure. Perhaps visit the impressive Akshardham - the world’s largest Hindu temple.
Saturday. Our adventure comes to an end today. A departure transfer can be booked for an additional supplement if required.
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What's excluded
- All international flights (including the flight from Kathmandu to Delhi) and visas
- Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$4-7 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture
- Delhi airport departure transfer
- Entrance Fees: USD$45-55pp, paid in local currency in Nepal & USD$65-75pp, paid in local currency in India
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