India is a country you cannot even imagine until you have been there. Bursting with culture, passion, color and vibrancy it is a destination that will tantalize your senses and dazzle you.
Nepal is a land of eternal beauty. We take you to explore the mountain kingdom Kathmandu and the picturesque valley in Pokhara, experience bird watching and a jungle walk in Chitwan.
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Day 1 Fly Australia - Dehli Fly with Singapore Airline to Deli. Upon arrival, you will be met & transferred to the Royal Plaza Hotel for two nights.
Day 2 Delhi Commence a full day tour of Old and New Delhi, including highlights Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Gandhi. Visit the Red Fort, a world heritage site. Explore Qutub Minar. (B/-/D)
Day 3 Delhi - Jaipur Drive to Jaipur, the city of victory, surrounded by rugged hills, crowned by formidable fort. Stay at Four Points by Sheraton for two nights. (B/-/D)
Day 4 Jaipur Discover the fabulous Amber Fort, continue to the Palace of Winds this afternoon and explore the City Palace, an overwhelming complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards. (B/-/D)
Day 5 Jaipur - Agra Drive to Agra, en-route visit the Fatehpur Sikri, a deserted red sandstone city. Stay at Clarks Shiraz Hotel for two nights. (B/-/-D)
Day 6 Agra Early this morning see the incredible Taj Mahal when the sun is rising. Later visit the Agra Fort, a masterpiece of Mughal architecture. (B/-/D)
Day 7 Agra - Orcha - Khajuraho Early this morning we take the express train to Jhansi, and then drive to Orchha, a city frozen in time. Tour the multi-tiered Jehangir Mahal, built in 1606. Continue to drive to Khajuraho. Stay at Raddisson Jass Hotel for one night. (B/-/D)
Day 8 Fly Khajuraho - Varanasi
This morning visit the Chandela Temple Complex, the western group of erotic temples. Later fly to Varanasi. This evening proceed to witness the Aarti ceremony on the Ganges River. Stay at Radisson Hotel for two nights. (B/-/D)
Day 9 Varanasi
Early this morning take a boat ride along the bathing ghats on the Holy River Ganges followed by visits to the famous local temples. (B/-/D)
Day 10 Fly Varanasi - Kathmandu Fly to Kathmandu, welcome to the mountain kingdom. Stay at the Everest Hotel for two nights. (B/-/D)
Day 11 kathmandu This morning visit Pasupatinath Temple & Bouddhanath Stupa & Bhaktapur, one of the holiest Hindu shrines. Later visit Durbar Square and Sati Temple. (B/-/D)
Day 12 Kathmandu - Pokhara
Drive to Pokhara, a peaceful lakeside town. Stay at Pokhara Grande Hotel. (B/-/D)
Day 13 Pokhara
Explore Devi's Water Fall and Manhendra Cave, a large limestone cave. Stroll along the traditional and colorful local bazaar, followed by a delightful boat ride on Phewa Lake. (B/-/D)
Day 14 Pokhara - Chitwan Drive to Chitwan Royal National Park, enjoy an elephant back safari and listen to a lecture on flora and fauna by the local naturalist. Stay at Machan Wildlife Resort. (B/L/D)
Day 15 Chitwan Today's highlights include a jungle walk, bird watching, canoe ride and a visit to the local village. (B/L/D)
Day 16 Chitwan - Kathmandu Drive back to Kathmandu. The reminder of the day is spent to explore the Monkey Temple. Stay at the Everest Hotel for one night. (B/-/D)
Day 17 Fly Kathmandu - Delhi - Australia Transfer to the airport for flight to Delhi, where you connect with your international flight home. (B)
Day 18 Arrive Australia |