India and Nepal
India and Nepal Destination Details
Delhi Jaipur Agra Khajuraho Varanasi Shivpatinagar Chitwan Pokhara Kathmandu
This Tour offers you a chance to visit the northern part of India along with Nepal. During this 18 Days tour, you cover the important tourist attractions of North India which includes visit to Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Khajuraho, as well as Varanasi. When in Nepal, you visit important cultural destinations like Pokhara and Kathmandu and also see the Wildlife of Chitwan.
Guided tours to India Gate and Jama Masjid during Delhi sightseeing
Enjoy an elephant ride during a short trip to Amer Fort in Jaipur
Early morning visit to the Taj Mahal one of the Seven Wonders of the World in Agra
Explore the Khajuraho temples a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Nature walk and bird watching at Chitwan National Park
Explore the ancient town of Patan
January till December
Itinerary Highlights
Day 1 Arrive Delhi
Arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 3 of Delhi and after you do your Immigration and other formalities you will be meet by our representative at the Airport arrival Hall. He will be carrying a Pla Card with your name written and after you meet him he will assist you to your Hotel
Overnight Accommodation in Delhi
Day 2 Delhi
Today proceed for a Full Day City tour of Delhi along with your Guide
During the city tour you will be covering Qutab Minar - which is the tallest brick minaret in the world, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate – a war memorial which was built to salute the brave Indian soldiers of the British Army who lost their lives in World War 1, Rastrapati Bhawan or the President’s House and the Parliament Street where you can see various government buildings, Raj Ghat the cremation place of the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi, Red Fort, Jama Masjid and the Chandni Chowk
Overnight Accommodation in Delhi
Day 3 Delhi – Jaipur (Drive 260 Kms, 5 – 6 Hrs)
Today depart by private vehicle for Jaipur – The Pink City. Arrive Jaipur and check in at your Hotel
Evening visit to the Colourful Markets of Jaipur
Overnight Accommodation in Jaipur
Day 4 Jaipur
Today explore the princely state of Jaipur along with your guide. The Day starts with a Jeep ride at Amber Fort. in the Aravali Hills, which is a super example of Rajput (medieval Hindu) style Architecture. Visit the Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors in the Fort.
After the Amber fort visit tour of City Palace and Observatory. The City Palace in the heart of the old city is a blend of Rajasthan and Mughal architecture, the complex has a variety of courtyards, gardens and buildings
The Palace of Winds – Also known as Hawa Mahal, a five-storied structure of pink sandstone has semi-octagonal and delicately honeycombed windows overlooking the main Street of the old city. It was originally built to enable the ladies of the Royal household to watch everyday life
In the evening a worth visit to the Colourful markets of Jaipur along with your driver
Overnight Accommodation in Jaipur
Day 5 Jaipur – Agra (Drive 250 Kms, 5 – 6 Hrs Drive)
Today depart by private vehicle for Agra in your Private Air Conditioned Vehicle. Arrive Agra – The Mughal City and Check in to your Hotel.
In the Evening stroll around the markets along with your driver
Overnight Accommodation in Agra
Day 6 Agra
A Early Morning start to visit the Famous Taj Mahal at Sunrise. (Every Friday Taj Mahal is Closed). An immense mausoleum of white marble, built in Agra between 1631 and 1648 by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, the Taj Mahal is the jewel of art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage.
After viewing Taj Mahal return to hotel for breakfast
Have breakfast at the Hotel Coffee Shop
Later proceed along with your guide for city tour of Agra visiting Agra Fort - built near the gardens of the Taj Mahal stands the important 16th-century Mughal monument Agra Fort was also the headquarters for the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, Itmad-Ud-Daulah a beautiful tomb built of red sandstone in the memory of architect of the Taj Mahal.
Overnight Accommodation in Agra
Day 7 Agra – Jhansi (By Train) & Jhansi – Khajuraho (Drive 180 Kms, 4 Hrs)
Our executive will assist and transfer you to Agra Railway Station to board Train for Jhansi. Upon arrival in Jhansi Railway Station you are met and transferred by Private Vehicle for Khajuraho. Upon arrival in Khajuraho check in at your pre booked Hotel.
Overnight Accommodation in Khajuraho
Day 8 Khajuraho
Today city tour of spectacular ninth to thirteenth century temples of Khajuraho, built by Chandela kings, the temples are exquisitely carved with graceful statues and frieze Gods and Goddesses.
Overnight Accommodation in Khajuraho
Day 9 Khajuraho – Varanasi (By Flight)
Today you will transferred to the Khajuraho Airport to board Flight for Varanasi. Upon arrival in Varanasi Airport you are met by our Representative and transferred to your pre booked Hotel.
Afternoon proceed to the village of Sarnath on the outskirts of town. It was in this Deer Park that the Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. Visit the Park and Museum. Sarnath was made centre of Buddhist worship by the emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC. We will visit the Main Shrine and Ashoka’s Pillar. In the Archaeological Museum we will see the beautifully carved capital from the pillar along with many other priceless Buddhist artifacts.
Overnight Accommodation in Varanasi
Day 10 Varanasi
Varanasi formerly known as Benares is the city where the Hindu followers come and bathe in the sacred waters of the Ganges as it is considered holy and auspicious. Early this morning get ready for a dawn boat ride on the River Ganges. The Ganges is the most sacred river in India. Hindus believe that after taking a bath in the River Ganges their sins get washed away. The Cremations of the dead bodies also takes place here on the banks of the river. After the boat ride walk through the fascinating narrow twisting lanes of the city to watch the performance of various Hindu rituals by the pilgrims.
After the boat trip on the Ganges return back to the hotel
After a short rest proceed for a city tour visiting Bharat Mata Temple, Vishweshwara Temple and Benares Hindu University is the largest residential university in Asia
Later this evening make your way to ghats and watch the beautiful evening aarti religious ceremonies take place.
Overnight Accommodation in Varanasi
Day 11 Varanasi – Shivpatinagar (Drive 280 Kms, 7 – 8 Hrs)
Today you depart by Private Air Conditioned Vehicle for Shivpatinagar. Arrive Shivpatinagar check in at your pre booked Hotel
Later, visit Kapilvastu - the place where Buddha spent his childhood and youth
Overnight Accommodation in Shivpatinagar
Day 12 Shivpatinagar – Chitwan (Drive)
Today depart by private vehicle for Chitwan. On the way, you visit Lumbini - the birthplace of Buddha which is now an important Buddhist pilgrim Centre. Upon reaching the jungle lodge, Complete your check in Formalities
Overnight Accommodation in Chitwan
Day 13 Chitwan
Full day of jungle activities like canoe ride, Tharu tribal village visit etc.
Overnight Accommodation in Chitwan
Day 14 Chitwan National Park - Pokhara (Drive)
Today drive along a scenic mountain highway to Pokhara valley, famous for views of snow clad mountain peaks, lush green vegetation and its spring fed lakes. In Pokhara commence on a sightseeing tour of Pokhara city and its colorful bazaars. Visit includes Bindvabashini temple, Devis falls, Seti Gorge, Phewa lake side visit. Later continue drive to Begnas lake and take a boat ride of 25minutes to check-in at the resort.
Overnight Accommodation in Pokhara
Day 15 Pokhara
This day is free to relax or you can even go on an optional day hike or to visit an ethnic village nearby
Overnight Accommodation in Pokhara
Day 16 Pokhara - Kathmandu (Drive)
Today depart by private vehicle for Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu check in at your pre booked Hotel
Farewell dinner at a typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural dances.
Overnight Stay at the Hotel in Kathmandu
Day 17 Kathmandu
Today visit Patan city, which is also known as Lalitpur or the "city of beauty". Patan is well known for its intricately carved temples, narrow lanes and quaint shops. See the intricately stone-carved Krishna temple, Patan Durbar Square and Hiranyavarna Mahavihar (golden temple).
Afternoon Continue further to Swoyambhunath stupa, situated west of Kathmandu. It is a 2500 years old Buddhist stupa located at a top of green hillock with the eyes of Buddha painted on its pinnacle overlooking righteous behaviour of the valley inhabitants.
Overnight Accommodation in Kathmandu
Day 18 Leave Kathmandu
Today you are transferred to Kathmandu International Airport to board Flight back Home.