India Nepal Explorer

Early morning you will embark on the combined city tour Delhi. Delhi is divided into two parts New and Old Delhi. First you will visit the old part of Delhi.

You will visit:
Jamia Masjid – One of the oldest Mosques in Asia followed by a rickshaw ride in the old narrow streets of Chandini Chowk, silver streets and spices Markets, and then later visit the Red Fort (photo stop only) and the Rajghat – Cremation place of Mahatma Ghandi. Following this you will take a break at local ethnic restaurants (at own cost).

After lunch, you will kick of the second part of your Delhi tour for sightseeing of New Delhi by drive past The Rashtrapati Bhawan and Parliament of India and visit the India Gate, a war memorial. Then you’ll visit the famous Humuyus Tomb – replica of Taj Mahal made of sandstone and marble. Other highlights of the day include visits to Lotus Temple – belonging to the Bahai Faith. Later visiting the Tallest Minaret called Qutub Minar and return to hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast you begin your journey to Agra (approximately 214 Km /5 Hrs).

Upon arrival in Agra you will check-in at your hotel and a representative will assist you to complete your check-in formalities.

Agra came into the limelight during the rule of the Afghan King Sikandar Lodhi – who had made it the capital of his empire. Later in 1526 A.D., the Mughal Emperor Babar took upon himself the task for rendering Agra, a unique character and beauty of its own. The next few hundred years of Agra witnessed the rise of the pomp and pageantry of three great Mughal monarchs – Emperor Akbar, Jehangir and Shahjahan. In modern times, the city of Agra is a thriving carpet industry where you can also find leather workers, sandstone and marble sculptors, some of whom claim to be direct descendants of the craftsmen who had helped build the Taj Mahal.

Visit the Taj Mahal, monument remain closed on all Fridays. Taj Mahal was built by an emperor in memory of his beloved queen. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631, and is believed to have taken 18 years to complete, with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. The design and construction is said to be that of the legendary architect, Ustad Ahamad Lahori. What makes the Taj Mahal unique is its perfect proportions, distinct femininity, medium of construction and ornamentation. Its marble exterior reflects rose and golden tints at sunrise and sunset, while it is dazzling white during the day. It is impossible to visualize the Taj Mahal in any surrounding others than its paradoxical garden. Paradise, in Islam, is visualized as a lush garden where running streams flow.

Later visit the impressive Agra Fort, the seat and stronghold of the Mughal Empire for successive generations. The buildings within this sprawling fort complex represent the assimilation of different cultures, which was the mark of the Mughal period. Most of the structures within the Agra fort are a mixture of different architectural styles.

Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast you begin your journey to Jaipur (approximately 242 Km /6 Hrs).

Today you will be proceeding to Taj Mahal for sunrise (without guide) and drive to Jaipur.

Enroute you’ll visit Fathepur Sikri and see famous Buland Darwaja, Panch Mahal and Mughal architecture. Arrive in Jaipur and transfer to hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast, visit Amber Fort. High above the city, the towers and domes of the Amber Fort are reminiscent of scenes from some fairy tale. The palace itself is within the enormous fort complex and is replete with halls, gardens, pavilions, and temples. The Hall of Mirrors is not to be missed where one lit matchstick can illuminate the entire room.

Later proceed to visit the City Palace Museum where you can see an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is resplendent with its collection of robes of royal princes, carpets, an armoury of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions, Also visit the awe inspiring Jantar Mantar (an accurate observatory built in 1726 AD).

Your tour also included is a photo visit at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) – a five storied wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and spires.

Later walk through the colourful markets of Jaipur.

Overnight at hotel.

After breakfast you begin your journey to Delhi (approximately 270 Km /6 Hrs).

Morning after breakfast you will set your return journey to Delhi where upon arrival you will check in at your hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Today after breakfast you will be driven to Delhi International airport to board your further flight to Kathmandu.

Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, our airport executive will meet & greet you. You will have some time to get settle down before you are escorted to the hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel; check in and you will be briefed for your onward holiday.

Overnight stay at hotel.

In the morning, if the weather is clear today is a good opportunity for the scenic mountain flight (optional at extra cost). After breakfast, you will proceed for sight-seeing of Kathmandu valley by visiting following sites.

Durbar Square : So far as art and architecture are concerned, you need to look no further. This complex of places, countryards and temples built between the 12th and 18th century. The Durbar Square protected by UNESCO as the world heritage site in the social, religious and urban focal point of the city.

Pashupatinath : One of the most sacred Hindu shrines in the world, Pashupatinath lies 05 kilometres east of the city centre at the edge of the holy Bagmati river. The richly-ornamented pagoda houses, the scared linga or phallic symbol of lord Shiva chronicles indicate the temples existence prior to 400 AD.

Bouddhanath : It is also protected by UNESCO as an important world heritage site. It is the largest Buddhist Stupa in the world. It was built by Mandev in the 15th century AD.

Overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast you begin your journey to Pokhara (approximately 205 Km /6 Hrs).

After early breakfast, you will make your journey to Pokhara. You will arrive Pokhara around late afternoon. Upon arrival in Pokhara, our representative will meet & greet; check into the hotel. This evening you will be briefed by your guide for Pokhara sightseeing.

Overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast, we will proceed for sightseeing of Pokhara valley. At the beginning we will visit Gupteswar Mahadev followed by David’s Fall, Barahi temple and Fewa Lake. After sightseeing of Pokahara valley, we will back to the hotel. Rest of the time is at your leisure.

Overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast you begin your journey to Chitwan (approximately 90 Km /5 Hrs).

After breakfast, you will make your onward journey to Chitwan National Park. Upon arrival at Chitwan; check into the hotel, rooms assigned followed by a short briefing on the program.

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Early morning, you will proceed on a nature walk around and bird watching. You will enjoy Sal forest, open grassland and reverie jungle during your walk. Our guide will go through species of birds and plants.

After nature walk, you will back to the hotel. After breakfast, have rest. After lunch we will proceed for canoeing in Rapti River. In the evening, you will enjoy a traditional cultural dance known as “Tharu Stick dance show”.

Overnight is in the hotel.

After breakfast you begin your journey to Kathmandu (approximately 100 Km /6 Hrs).

After breakfast, you will make your return journey back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu; transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast you will be dropped to the airport for your final journey back home.