Highlight of India & Nepal


Duration: 14 Nights / 15 Days

Highlights: Delhi – Samode – Jaipur - Agra – Orchha – Khajuraho – Varanasi - Kathmandu – Chitwan – Pokhara

Cost: On Request - [Escorted Group or Private Journey]

Culturally rich and extraordinarily beautiful, the mountain kingdom of Nepal offers a wealth of spectacular sights. Explore the hidden secrets of this ancient kingdom in the capital city of Kathmandu; enjoy an elephant safari in pursuit of the Rhino at the Royal Chitwan National Park and explore the adventure land of Pokhara with its natural of lakes and mountains.

Day 01: ARRIVAL DELHI
Arrival at Delhi airport in the late evening. Welcome with flower garlands, Transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at hotel

Day 02: DELHI / SAMODE (264 kms/ 06 Hrs)
Morning visit of Old & Delhi,
Afternoon drive to Samode
Overnight at the hotel (B,L,D)

Day 03: SAMODE / JAIPUR ( 42 kms/ 01 Hrs)
Morning visit in the village
Later drive to Pink City – Jaipur
Upon arrival, check in at hotel
Afternoon visit of City Palace, (Jantar Mantar) - the ancient Observatory, Hawa Mahal, the exotic Palace of the Winds and finally, visit the picturesque and lively bazaars of the walled city.at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel (B,L,D)

Day 04: JAIPUR – FATEHPUR SIKRI - AGRA (251 Kms / 06 Hrs)
Morning visit the Amber Fort - built in the time of Mughals. A ride on elephant back along the ramparts of the Fort.
Afternoon drive to Agra, En route visit of Fatehpur Sikri - the extraordinary city built by Akbar the Great, deserted 14 years later. Proceed for Agra Upon arrival, check in at hotel
Overnight at the hotel (B,L,D)

Day 05: AGRA
Early Morning visit of the World famous Taj Mahal. morning visit of Red Fort and city
Afternoon visit of Itmad Ud Daulah's Tomb, rest of the day free.
Overnight at hotel (B,L,D)

Day 06: AGRA = JHANSI (Train) – ORCHHA – KHAJURAHO (175 Kms)
Morning transfer to railway station for train to Jhansi, upon arrival, straight drive to Orchha. Visit of fort and temples, Later proceed for Khajuraho, Overnight at the hotel (B,L,D)

Day 07: KHAJURAHO / VARANASI (Flight)
Morning visit the temples renowned for their erotic sculptures
Later transfer to airport for flight to Varanasi,
Arrive Varanasi, transfer to hotel,
Afternoon visit of Saranath and evening ceremony Aarti on River Ganges
Overnight at hotel (B,L,D)

Day 08: VARANASI / KATHAMADU (Flight)
Early morning boat ride on the river Ganges, At this hour it is full of pilgrims, and is an amazing place to witness the living traditions of one of the world's oldest and the most important religions.
Return to the hotel
Later, take a walk through the narrow lanes and colourful bazaars in the heart of the old city and also visit the historical Temples.
Later proceed to the airport to catch a flight for Kathmandu
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be met and transferred to hotel.
Overnight at the hotel (B,L,D)

Day 09: KATHMANDU
Morning visit Swayambhunath Stupa and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Swayambhunath Stupa, dedicated to Buddhism is situated in a hillock 80 m above the ground level and is claimed to be 2000 years old. There are numerous Buddhist monasteries (Gumba) around. The view of the valley is spectacular from here.
Afternoon visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square, one of the seven World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Valley is worth visiting. It was the center of ancient and medieval Kathmandu. You will visit the Hanumandhoka Palace of Malla Kings. Then, drive to Boudha Nath Stupa, the biggest stupa in the world. This is one of the World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Valley.
Overnight at hotel (B,L,D)

Day 10: KATHMANDU / CHITWAN (FLIGHT)
Morning transfer to the airport for a short flight to Bharatpur, on the edge of the Royal Chitwan National Park Upon arrival, transfer to the lodge.
Afternoon game drive either by jeep or on elephant back, through the rolling grasslands, in search of wildlife indigenous to the park
Overnight at the lodge (B,L,D)

Day 11: CHITWAN
Spend the day in the wild. Early morning elephant back safari through the dense grasslands that are a habitat for the rhinoceros, wild boar tiger and other mammals, Enjoy a boat ride observing the abundant wildlife which includes marsh crocodile, fresh water dolphin, other and a wide variety of birds.
Late afternoon game drive includes a visit to the elephant camp accompanied by a naturalist.
Overnight at lodge (B,L,D)

Day 12: CHITWAN – POKHARA
Morning drive to Pokhara where you will stay for 02 nights
Afternoon visit to Pokhara valley, new market, Tibetan camp, Gupteshwar cae, Seti Gorge and Devi Fall.
Overnight at hotel (B,L,D)

Day 13: POKHARA
Morning trek to the World Peace Stupa for stupendous views over Pokhara and the Himalayas (weather permitting).
Later continue on foot to Phewa Lake and take a boat back to Pokhara.
Overnight at hotel (B,L,D)

Day 14: POKHARA – KATHMANDU
Morning drive to Kathamandu
Upon arrival, check in at hotel
Afternoon visit to Patan, another medieval Malla principality near to Kathmandu. In front of the palace stands famous Krishna Temple of 17th century, replica of Viswanath Temple, Jagan Narayan Temple etc. a 14th century Buddhist Monastery that is the center of rites and rituals of Newari
Buddhist of Patan. In the evening, drive back to Kathmandu.
Dinner with cultural dance show at an authentic Nepalese restaurant
Overnight at hotel (B,L,D)

Day 15: DEPARTURE KATHMANDU
Breakfast and transfer to the airport for flight to onward destination

** [Meal Plan : B - Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner]