Wonders of India And Nepal
Wonders of India And Nepal
Wonders of India And Nepal
10 Days Starting in Delhi, India and ending in Kathmandu, Nepal
Visiting: Delhi, Agra, Bharatpur, Jaipur, Kathmandu
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IndTur170
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 22
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Religion and Spiritual
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the "Wonders of India and Nepal" tour, where you'll explore the rich cultural tapestry and historical marvels of these two captivating countries. Begin in the bustling metropolis of New Delhi, where ancient and modern worlds collide. Marvel at the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra and delve into the abandoned Mughal capital of Bharatpur. Experience the vibrant Pink City of Jaipur, with its stunning Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal. Fly to Kathmandu, Nepal, to witness the spiritual grandeur of Boudhanath Stupa, Durbar Square, and the sacred Pashupatinath Temple. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and seamless travel, making this a truly enriching adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi Arrival
Location: Delhi
Accommodation Name: hotel
Welcome to Delhi! The capital of India is a bustling metropolis that successfully combines ancient and modern in its folds. Delhi can broadly be divided into two parts — Old Delhi and New Delhi. Old Delhi was the capital of Delhis Muslim rulers, notably the Mughals between the 17th and 19th centuries. New Delhi on the other hand is referred to as the Imperial City when the British decided to move their capital from Calcutta in 1911. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for a non-alcoholic welcome drink.
Overnight in Delhi
Day 2: Delhi (B/-/-)
Location: Delhi
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start your day with a visit to Old Delhi. Begin your journey at Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque. Enjoy an exhilarating rickshaw ride through the by-lanes of Chandni Chowk (Silver Street). Walkthrough the old dusty alleyways and other fascinating sights! Drive past the mighty and sprawling Red Fort, which was built in 1648 and stands along the Yamuna River. Continue your tour to New Delhi to see the colonial architecture that defined the British era in India. Later, visit a famous Sikh Temple, as we go to our last stop at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. Sikhism is a progressive religion (and in many respects, ahead of its time). At Bangla Sahib, you will see how this religion blends practices from Hinduism and Islam into something new. You may watch (and join if you like) the langar, the voluntary group cooking and feeding program at the Gurudwara. We will continue our travels to the Qutab Minar Complex — the tallest tower in the world for centuries, developed by the first Islamic rulers of India. It continues to be the most imposing, artistically carved, and engraved sandstone pillar anywhere!
Overnight in Delhi
Day 3: Delhi - Agra (205 Kms / 5 Hrs) (B/-/-)
Location: Agra
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning you will drive to Agra, the yesteryear capital of the mighty Mughal Empire and the current home to some of the worlds top tourist sites. Even if the idea of visiting what is arguably the worlds greatest 'monument to love' does not appeal to you, there is more to see in Agra. Upon arrival, you will transfer to your hotel. Spend your day at leisure or join an optional tour. This afternoon, visit the Taj Mahal, one of mankind's greatest architectural feats. Built out of white marble by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, it was constructed by 20,000 laborers over a 12-year period. The entire monument is a masterpiece of symmetry.
Overnight in Agra
Day 4: Agra - Bharatpur (120 Kms / 02 Hrs) (B/-/-)
Location: Bharatpur
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you will depart for Bharatpur, a birders paradise, with an en-route visit to Fatehpur Sikri, an eerily abandoned capital from the Mughal Empire between 1570 and 1586. Akbar built this city to celebrate the birth of his son and future heir to the throne, Emperor Jahangir. While Akbar is believed to have been illiterate, he took great interest in the arts and architecture; Fatehpur Sikri is one of his masterworks. Sadly, it served as a capital for little more than a decade, as it was eventually abandoned for a lack of accessible water. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel, and perhaps join our optional tour.
Overnight in Bharatpur
Day 5: Bharatpur - Jaipur (180 Kms / 04 Hrs) (B/-/D
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning drive to Jaipur. The “City of Victory\" was initially intended to be named \"Sawai Jaipur\" after the boy Prince who commissioned it — Maharaja Jai Singh II — a warrior, astronomer, and politician who reigned over the Mughals from 1699 to 1743. Today Jaipur is covered in pink, visually described as the city that is shaded with the autumn colors of the sunset. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. There will be an en-route visit to the Galta Ji Temple, a large Hindu complex that lies 10 km to the east of Jaipur. These temples are a popular tourist attraction as they are home to a large colony of monkeys, which has given rise to the common name of the complex, the monkey temple. Galta Ji Jaipur is a unique Hindu temple as it is centered around a natural spring that has been channeled to fill seven large pools. In these pools, pilgrims come to bathe away their sins while, at quiet moments, the playful monkeys can be found swimming in the holy waters. Enjoy an orientation tour of the city. Begin your journey with a photo-stop at the Hawa Mahal, a striking landmark which is often called the Palace of Winds. Built-in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, specifically for the women in the royal family, this structure helped them watch the citys processions through tiny, latticed windows and balconies without ever being seen. Next, you will visit the Jantar Mantar Observatory, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is a stone astrological and astronomical Observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh in the 18th century. Continue your tour to the City Palace Museum, home to a priceless collection of antiques, costumes, and armory of the Mughals and Rajputs. It also houses an art gallery displaying a wide collection of miniature paintings, carpets, royal paraphernalia, and rare astronomical works in Arabic, Persian, Latin, and Sanskrit.
Overnight in Jaipur
Day 6: Jaipur (B/-/-)
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, visit the Amber Fort. Situated approximately 11km outside Jaipur, this majestic monument was created using elements of both Hindu and Islamic architecture and design. Murals, frescos, and paintings depict the daily life of a bygone era on walls etched with carvings and decorated with mosaics and mirror work. Spend the rest of the day at leisure or perhaps join the below optional tour.
Overnight in Jaipur
Day 7: Jaipur - Delhi (B/-/-)
Location: Delhi
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, travel overland to Delhi and check in to your hotel. Explore Delhi at your own leisure. Â
Overnight in Delhi
Day 8: Delhi - Kathmandu (Flight) (B/-/-)
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning you will transfer back to Indira Gandhi International Airport for your flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Day 9: Kathmandu (B/-/-)
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a city tour of Kathmandu, Nepal's capital, also known as Kantipur. Visit Durbar Square, one of the three durbars (royal palace) squares in the Kathmandu Valley. From there you will visit Pashupatinath, one of the most significant Hindu temples in Nepal. This is one of the most important Shiva temples on the subcontinent and draws devotees from all over India each year. Pashupati is considered to have a special concern for the Kingdom of Nepal. Pashupatinath, an ancient plinth situated by the banks of the holy Bagmati River, is an epithet of Shiva, the Lord of all Creatures. The old buildings on the site were destroyed by Moslem Invaders in the 14th century. But with its stone linga smashed to dust, it rose again behind their retreating backs. Succeeding monarchs restored the temple and its images. The flowing Bagmati is a holy river and the ghats (crematorium) at its bank are the earnest Hindus truest cremation center. Spend the rest of your day at leisure or join the optional tour below.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Day 10: Kathmandu - (B/-/-)
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, visit Swayambhunath, the golden spire of the 5th-century. Swayambhu stupa is adorned with a colorful fluttering of prayer flags; it crowns a hill overlooking the Kathmandu Valley and offers fantastic views over the city of Kathmandu. Swayambhunath is one of the most recognizable symbols in Nepal and the painted eyes of Buddha watch all who ascend the worn stone steps. It is a World Heritage Site and one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal. It is at the source of the Valleys mythical beginning. Legend has it that the history of the Valley began with the draining of an ancient lake by an Enlightened Being to reveal the Valley and a lotus flower was transformed into the hill and the shining light became the stupa itself. Swarms of pilgrims and red-clad monks circle the complex, spinning the prayer wheels, while the scores of monkeys that give the temple its nickname, Monkey Temple, prance about in irreverent groups. Interestingly the temple complex is scattered with shrines and statues of Buddhist and Hindu deities and the assortment of pilgrims from both faiths characterizes the countrys unique religious harmony. After the visit transfer to the airport for your flight back home.
What's Included
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Welcome drink on arrival in Delhi
Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for a non-alcoholic welcome drink.
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Accommodation
Overnight stays in Delhi, Agra, Bharatpur, Jaipur, and Kathmandu as per the itinerary.
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City tours and sightseeing
Guided tours and sightseeing in Delhi, Agra, Bharatpur, Jaipur, and Kathmandu including visits to major landmarks and historical sites.
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Transportation
All ground transportation as per the itinerary, including transfers between cities and to/from airports.
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Breakfast
Daily breakfast at the hotels as per the itinerary.
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Flight from Delhi to Kathmandu
Included flight from Delhi to Kathmandu.
What's Not Included
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Items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities are not included.
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Optional tours
Optional tours and activities are not included and can be booked separately.
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Visa application and fees
Visa application and associated fees are not included.
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Items not mentioned as being included
Any items or services not specifically mentioned as being included in the tour package.
Mode of Transport
Travel conveniently by private vehicle between cities, with an included flight from Delhi to Kathmandu.
Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable stays in well-appointed hotels throughout your journey, with overnight accommodations in Delhi, Agra, Bharatpur, Jaipur, and Kathmandu.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
Travel conveniently by private vehicle between cities, with an included flight from Delhi to Kathmandu.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will enjoy comfortable stays in well-appointed hotels throughout your journey, with overnight accommodations in Delhi, Agra, Bharatpur, Jaipur, and Kathmandu.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Daily breakfast at the hotels is included as per the itinerary. Additionally, a welcome drink on arrival in Delhi is provided.
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What are some of the key historical sites we will visit in India?
In India, you will visit major landmarks and historical sites such as the Taj Mahal in Agra, Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal in Jaipur, and the Qutab Minar Complex in Delhi.
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What cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes visits to significant cultural and religious sites such as the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib in Delhi, the Galta Ji Temple in Jaipur, and the Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu.
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What activities are available in Kathmandu, Nepal?
In Kathmandu, you will visit Boudhanath Stupa, Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, and Swayambhunath (the Monkey Temple).
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Are there any optional tours available during the trip?
Yes, optional tours and activities are available and can be booked separately.
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What is the significance of the Swayambhunath Temple in Kathmandu?
Swayambhunath is one of the most recognizable symbols in Nepal and a World Heritage Site. It is adorned with prayer flags and offers fantastic views over Kathmandu. It is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal and is also known as the Monkey Temple due to the large number of monkeys that inhabit the area.
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What is the langar at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib?
Langar is a voluntary group cooking and feeding program at the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, where you can watch or join in the preparation and serving of meals.
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What is unique about the Galta Ji Temple in Jaipur?
Galta Ji Temple is a large Hindu complex known for its natural spring that fills seven large pools. It is also home to a large colony of monkeys, which has given it the nickname 'Monkey Temple.'
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?
In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.