OverviewEmbark on a vibrant adventure of culture, and wildlife in Nepal and India. Start in fascinating Kathmandu where youll enjoy guided sightseeing in Nepals iconic capital city, including a visit to the historic seat of royalty at Hanuman Dhoka and the Hindu and Buddhist sites in Patans exciting Durbar Square. Next, travel to Varanasi, the holiest of Hindu pilgrim cities, to witness the striking Ganga Aarti (spiritual worship) on the ghats (steps) leading to the sacred Ganges River. In Delhi, visit the India Gate and the pink Presidential Palace. Youll travel through the vibrant Chandni Chowk bazaar by rickshaw. Visit Humayuns Tomb and Qutub Minar before departing Delhi for Agra. Here, youll marvel at the splendid Taj Mahal at sunset as the sun rays reflect changing hues of the spectacular marble monument to love. Embark on two thrilling open-air safari game drives through Ranthambore National Park in search of marsh crocodiles, striped hyenas, and the elusive Bengal tiger. Continue with two nights in the pink city of Jaipurhome to the legendary Amber Fort. Explore its alabaster Hall of Victory and incredible Chamber of Mirrors. Visit Jantar Mantar and the City Palace Museum to browse ancient art and artifacts. This value-minded tour to see the treasures of Nepal & India is not to be missed!
ItineraryDay 1: KATHMANDU, NEPAL - Arrive in Kathmandu. Check-in to your hotel room in the mid-afternoon.
Day 2: KATHMANDUEXCURSION TO PATAN - Travel to Bouddhanath, one of the world’s largest stupas and a significant site for Tibetan Buddhism.
- Continue to Patan, formerly known as Lalitpur (City of Beauty), and explore Durbar Square, the city’s center of business with numerous Buddhist and Hindu sites.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 3: KATHMANDUVARANASI, INDIA - Start your day with a visit to Hanuman Dhoka, the historic seat of royalty in Kathmandu.
- Visit the Temple of Kumari, the residence of the Living Goddess.
- Fly to Varanasi, India.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 4: VARANASI - Before dawn, board a boat to witness the striking Hindu religious ritual of bathing in the Ganges.
- Enjoy free time after breakfast.
- In the evening, witness the Ganga Aarti (spiritual worship) on the ghats leading to the sacred Ganges River.
- Breakfast
Day 5: VARANASIDELHI - Fly to Delhi, India’s capital city.
- Breakfast
Day 6: DELHI - Start with an orientation drive to see India Gate and the Presidential Palace.
- Take a rickshaw ride through the alleys of Chandni Chowk, a vibrant bazaar, and visit Jama Masjid.
- After lunch, visit Humayuns Tomb and Qutub Minar, the worlds tallest brick minaret.
- Explore Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Delhis largest and most prominent Sikh gurudwara (house of worship).
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 7: DELHIAGRA - Drive to Agra and visit Agra Fort in the afternoon.
- Experience a sunset visit to the famous Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Day 8: AGRAFATEHPUR SIKRISAWAI MADHOPUR - Stop at Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore its sandstone palaces and courtyards.
- Travel to Sawai Madhopur, the gateway to Ranthambore National Park.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 9: SAWAI MADHOPURRANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK - Explore Ranthambore National Park on morning and afternoon game drives in an open-air safari vehicle.
- Witness wildlife like Bengal tigers, leopards, and more.
- Enjoy free time between game drives.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 10: SAWAI MADHOPURJAIPUR - Drive to Jaipur, known as the Pink City.
- Visit Jantar Mantar and explore the City Palace Museum.
- Visit Ladli, a program that empowers orphaned and destitute children with valuable skills.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 11: JAIPUR - Visit the legendary Amber Fort, known as the Sleeping Beauty of Rajasthan.
- Explore its richly ornate interior and enjoy the afternoon and evening at your leisure in Jaipur.
- Breakfast
Day 12: JAIPURDELHI - Drive back to Delhi.
- Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.
- Breakfast
Day 13: DELHI - Your tour concludes with breakfast.
- Breakfast
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