BEST OF INDIA & NEPAL
DAY 01 : ARRIVE DELHI BY INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT
Welcome to India – a land of 5000 years of history, culture and religions, culminating in a unique blend of tolerance and is today the largest democracy in the World. New Delhi, India’s capital and fastest growing city, stands on the West bank of the Yamuna river.
Meeting and assistance at the airport upon arrival and transfer to HOTEL.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 02 : DELHI
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning sightseeing tour of Old Delhi. The tour will begin with a visit to The Jama Mosque built in 1650 AD, followed by a visit to the breathtaking Red Fort (1639-48), built by the Shah Jehan, creator of The Taj Mahal. Then we proceed on to Raj Ghat, which is the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Afternoon, sightseeing tour of New Delhi , drive through New Delhi includes the Embassy area (Diplomatic enclave), India Gate ,Government buildings etc later on visiting Humayun’s Tomb (1565 AD).
Visit the Qutab Minar (72 m high) – the most perfect towers of the Persian world. Within the Qutab complex, You will see the ruins of Quwat-ul-Islam mosque and the famous Iron pillar which has not rusted over 1500 years.
Lunch at local authentic restaurant and Dinner at hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 03 : DELHI-JAIPUR
Breakfast at the hotel.
Drive from Delhi to Jaipur (260 kms/6 hours) via Samode. Visit the Samode Palace, among the magnificent edifices that adorn the region of Rajasthan. Nestled picturesquely amidst rugged hills, the palace stands apart in serene splendor.
The quiet luxury offers a retreat into an aesthetically soothing environment. Stately corridors, frescoed walls ethereal audience halls, harmoniously reflect the skill of master craftsmen.
Lunch in Samode palace.
Continue your drive to Jaipur and upon arrival check-in at: HOTEL.
Dinner and Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 04 : JAIPUR
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning excursion to Amber Fort. Make your ascent to the palace fortress on the elephant back.
Tour includes the visit of the chambers and hallways of the palace which are famous for the excellence of their design and decoration.
Lunch at Samode Haveli jaipur.
Afternoon, tour of Jaipur, popularly known as “The Pink City of Rajasthan”. Visit the unique Jantar Mantar Observatory, which was built in the 1700’s and yet even today, looks futuristic.
Visit the City Palace and its Museum, the Hawa Mahal, also know as the Palace of Winds.Dinner and Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 05 : JAIPUR-ABHANERI-AGRA
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning drive from Jaipur to Agra (221 kms/6 hours) enroute visiting Abhaneri, Abhaneri is a small village of Dausa district in northern rajasthan,it is located 95 km from jaipur towards agra highway.This Ancient Village is renowned for its early medieval monuments like Chand Baori which is a huge step well,a unique idea conceived by the natives to work as water reservoir.
Enroute Lunch at Laxmi Vilas Palace Bharatpur.
After lunch visit the famous deserted city Fatehpur Sikri – red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the 16th century.
Now deserted, this royal city, 37 KMS southwest of Agra, was once capital of a mighty empire and its pink sandstone palaces bask in the refulgent glow of its magnificent past.
Continue your drive to Agra and upon arrival check-in at: HOTEL
Dinner and Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 06 : AGRA
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning, experience the TAJ MAHAL (closed on Fridays) – one of the seven wonders of the world. This beautiful mausoleum in pure white marble, took 22 years and 22000 craftsmen to build it. This monument was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved consort Mumtaz Mahal,
Also visit Agra Fort, whose maze of courtyard, mosque and private chambers reflect the grandeur of the Mughal Empire.
Afternoon Visit Beautiful tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah and later on Visit Sikandra the famous mausoleum of Akbar The Great Mughal Emperor.
Lunch at local authentic Restaurant
Dinner and Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 07 : AGRA-GWALIOR-ORCHHA
Breakfast at Hotel.
Transfer to Railway Station in time to take train for Gwalior Upon Arrival visit Gwalior is well known tourist capital for its ancient temple beautiful palaces and alluring monuments.
Lunch at Usha Kiran Palace Gwalior.
After Lunch Proceed to Orcha and upon arrival check-in hotel.
Dinner and Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 08 : ORCHA-KHAJURAHO
Breakfast at Hotel.
Morning Sightseeing of Orcha,The Historic Village on the Banks of Betwa River showcases a supreme display of Combination of Rajput and Mughal Architecture.It is also very famous for its mural religious painting in india.
Lunch at Hotel.
After Lunch Proceed to Khajuraho and Upon Arrival Check-in Hotel.
Dinner and Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 09: KHAJURAHO-VARANASI (BY AIR)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning Sightseeing of Khajuraho,the famous Unesco World Heritage Site-Khajuraho Temple are among the finest example of temple art in the world.The temples contains some stunning sculptures.
Transfer to airport to board on flight towards VARANASI and upon arrival check-in at HOTEL.
In the evening you will be witnessed the beautiful Aarti Ceremony on the bank of river Ganga later on come back to hotel.
Dinner and Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 10 : VARANASI-DELHI (BY AIR)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Early morning before sunrise wake -up because this is the best time to witness pilgrims going to the banks of river ganga.
Upon arrival on the bank of river ganga you will be taking local Boat to observe beautiful ghats of varanasi later on panoramic tour of city varanasi.
Come back to hotel and have Breakfast.
Later on Check-out from Hotel and Proceed to Sarnath,Located 12 Km from the holy city of varanasi ,sarnath is the site of Deer park where Gautam Buddha First taught the dharma after his enlightenment.Sarnath is one of Four holy bhuddhist sites sanctioned by Buddha himself for pilgrimage.
After sightseeing of sarnath transfer to Airport in time to board flight for New Delhi.
Lunch at Local authentic Restaurant.
Dinner and Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 11 : DELHI-KATHMANDU (BY AIR)
Meet and Assist at Aiport and Transfer to the Hotel
Kathmandu is the capital and largest municipality of Nepal. It also hosts the headquarters of SAARC NATIONS. It is the only city of Nepal with the administrative status of Mahanagar (Metropolitan City), as compared to Upa-Mahanagar (Sub-Metropolitan City) or Nagar (City). Kathmandu is the core of Nepal's largest urban agglomeration located in the Kathmandu Valley consisting of Lalitpur, Kirtipur, Madhyapur Thimi, Bhaktapur and a number of smaller communities. Kathmandu is also known informally as "KTM" or the "tri-city". According to the 2011 census, Kathmandu Metropolitan City has a population of 975,453 and measures 49.45 square kilometres (19.09 sq mi).
The city stands at an elevation of approximately 1,400 metres (4,600 ft) in the bowl-shaped Kathmandu Valley of central Nepal.[5] It is surrounded by four major hills: Shivapuri, Phulchoki, Nagarjun, and Chandragiri. Kathmandu Valley is part of three districts (Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur), has the highest population density in the country, and is home to about a twelfth of Nepal's population.
Upon arrival Check-in at Hotel
Lunch at local restaurant
Dinner and Overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 12 : KATHMANDU
Breakfast at Hotel
Morning sightseeing of Kathmandu visting Famous Durbar Square where one finds the famous Baby deity Temple known as Kumari Temple dedicated to Kumari Devi, or Living Goddess - Nepal is the tradition of worshiping young pre-pubescent girls as manifestations of the divine female energy or devi in Hindu religious traditions. The word Kumari, derived from sanskrit Kaumarya meaning "virgin", means young unmarried girls in Nepali language, Hanuman Dhoka the ancient royal residential quarters ,
Afternoon excursion to Famous Stupa Swayabhunath and City of Patan also known as Lalitpur.
Lunch at local restaurant .
Dinner and Overnight at Hotel
DAY 13 : KATHMANDU
Breakfast at Hotel
Morning visit the famous Pashupatinath a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva also known as Pashupatinath and is located on the banks of the Bagmati River 5 kilometres north-east of Kathmandu Valley in the eastern city of Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. This temple is considered one of the sacred temples of Hindu faith .The temple serves as the seat of the national deity, Lord Pashupatinath.This temple complex is on UNESCO World Heritage Sites's list Since 1979.
Afternoon visit the Bhakthapur and Bodhnath.
Bhakthapur literally translates to Places of Devotees also known as Bhadgaon, it is an ancient Newar city in the east corner of the Kathmandu Valley, about 8 miles (13 km) from the capital city, Kathmandu. It is located in Bhaktapur District in the Bagmati Zone.Bhaktapur was the largest of the three Newar kingdoms of the Kathmandu Valley, and was the capital of Nepal during the great 'Malla Kingdom' until the second half of the 15th century
Boudhanath is a stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal. It is known as Khasti in Nepal Bhasa, Located about 11 km (6.8 mi) from the center and northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu, the stupa's massive mandala makes it one of the largest spherical stupas in Nepal
Lunch at local restaurant .
Dinner and Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 14 : DEPART KATHMANDU-ONWARD DESTINATION
Breakfast at Hotel
Morning in time transfer to the airport to board the international flight for onward destination.
Tour ends
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HOTEL ENVISAGED OR SIMILAR :
NEW DELHI - CROWN PLAZA OKHLA 5* ( 2 Nights )
JAIPUR - HOLIDAY INN CITY CENTER 5* ( 2 Nights )
AGRA - CRYSTAL SAROVAR PREMIERE 4* (2 Nights )
ORCCHA - AMAR MAHAL BOUTIQUE HOTEL (1 Night )
KHAJURAHO - RADISSION JASS 4* ( 1 Night )
VARANASI - MADIN HOTEL 4* ( 1 Night )
NEW DELHI - CROWN PLAZA OHKLA 5* (1 Night )
KATHMANDU - AMBASSADOR BY ACE 4* ( 3 Night )
Tour cost Includes:
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13 Nights Double sharing room Hotel accommodation as per the above program
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13 Buffet Breakfast, at above mention hotels
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13 Buffet Dinner and overnight at above mention hotels
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13 Fixed Menu Lunch at local authentic Indian cuisine restaurant.
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All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary by private chauffeur driven AC Toyota Innova Car.
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All Expenses of fuel ,parking,interstate tax and road toll tax
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Local English Speaking professional city guide as per above program
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All Monument entrance fees for foreigner as per above Program .
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Assistance round the clock 24hrs*7days.
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All inclusive GST tax Price
Tour cost Excludes:
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Any International flight
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Any Domestic flight
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Any meal Except mention in inclusions
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Tip to driver and guide
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Any Visa fee for India
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Expenses of private nature such as beverage, laundry, telephone etc.
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Early check in and late check out
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Insurance of any nature.
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Any expenses other than mentioned under Tour cost includes heading
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