Tour Duration: 14 Nights / 15 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Mandawa - Jaipur - Bharatpur - Agra - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Gorakhpur - Kapilavastu - Lumbani - Chitwan National Park - Kathmandu
Day 01: Delhi - Mandawa
After arriving at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, you'll be greeted by your representative and driven to Mandawa, a 242 km long journey from the capital city. Popular for its frescos on the mansions of its old merchants, Mandawa is laden with luxury and heritage. Upon your arrival, you'll be escorted to one of the best castles in the city which will serve as your heavenly abode for the night. The evening will let you explore the city streets and return back to the castle for a traditional Indian feast. Call it a day after the luxurious supper.
Day 02: Mandawa- Jaipur
The second day of the tour will begin with a camel safari through the city of Mandawa. In the evening, you'll be driven to Jaipur, your next destination. Check-in to the hotel upon your arrival in Jaipur. Enjoy the delightful and mouth-watering Rajasthani cuisines at the hotel and doze off in the comfort of your room.
Day 03: Jaipur - Bharatpur
Post breakfast, an exciting sightseeing city tour is lined up for you. Jaipur, popularly known as the "Pink City" of India, symbolizes an ideal Indian city packed with a rich historical, cultural, and architectural background. Jaipur City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Jaigarh Fort, and Amber Fort are the major tourist attractions. You'll then be journeyed to Bharatpur in the evening. Check in to the hotel and make yourself comfortable in the deluxe room booked for you. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Bharatpur.
Day 04: Bharatpur - Agra
Day four begins with an early rickshaw ride to Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, a reservoir of varied flora and fauna. Proceed back to the hotel for breakfast. Thereafter, prepare yourself for a visit to the fort of Bharatpur. From there, you'll journey to the city of love - Agra. Be escorted to the hotel and after a quick relaxing and freshening up session, you'll head towards the magnificent marble mausoleum - Taj Mahal. An epic monument of love, the Taj Mahal offers umpteen options of clicking numerous memorable pictures. After this wonderful trip, you'll return back to the hotel. Have a hearty dinner and stay overnight at Agra.
Day 05: Agra - Khajuraho
After an early breakfast, you'll be transferred to the airport to board the flight to Khajuraho, centrally located in Madhya Pradesh. This world heritage site is famous for its collection of erotic temples, sited amidst timbered plains. Upon your arrival, you'll be dropped at the hotel for relaxing and freshening up. The evening will be spent visiting various temples of Khajuraho. The architectural brilliance and sculptured magnificence of these temples will spellbind you. Travel back to the hotel for a flavorsome dinner and overnight stay.
Day 06: Khajuraho - Varanasi
On the sixth day, post breakfast, you'll head out to explore some other notable temples of Khajuraho. Return back to the hotel for an appetizing lunch. Thereafter, you'll be escorted to the airport to catch a flight to the holy city of Varanasi, located in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The second most prominent Hindu city situated near the Ganges, Varanasi is a religious centre of culture, history, and heritage. Upon your arrival, you'll be assisted to make a check in at the hotel. Spend the evening on the banks of Ganges watching the impressive sunset, evening Aarti, and a boat ride in the river. Come back to the hotel for a sumptuous supper and overnight stay.
Day 07: Varanasi
Your day will begin with an early morning visit to the Ghats of Ganges River, where you'll witness early morning prayers to the Sun God. Relocate to the hotel and post breakfast; you'll journey to the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple of Lord Shiva and Sarnath, where Lord Buddha attained nirvana. Thereafter, board the train to Gorakhpur in the evening. Dinner will be served onboard. Overnight journey will be spent on the train.
Day 08: Gorakhpur
Our representative will greet you at the railway station who'll then escort you to the hotel. After freshening up and enjoying a delectable breakfast, you'll move out for an elephant safari and picnic lunch. Drive back to the hotel in the evening for a flavorsome dinner. Call it a day with a good night's sleep in the comfort of your deluxe room.
Day 09: Kapilavastu - Lumbani - Chitwan National Park
After an exquisite and fabulous tour of India, you'll proceed towards Nepal, the Land of Himalayas, on day nine. Finish off the filling morning meal served to you at the hotel and board the cab as you are journeyed to Kapilavastu, your first stopover in Nepal. Kapilavastu was the ancient capital of Lord Buddha before he renounced his state. Explore the city till noon, after which you'll head towards Lumbani, the birthplace of the Buddha. Chitwan National Park would be the last sightseeing spot for the day. A 3-hour drive from Lumbini, the park is the first national park set up in Nepal. On your arrival, check in to the jungle lodge for overnight stay, post delectable dinner.
Day 10: Chitwan National Park
Early in the morning, you'll ride to the park from your lodge. Chitwan National Park is home to a large diversity of flora and fauna. The Bengal tiger, rhinos, leopards, sloth bears, Bengal foxes, palm civets, striped hyenas, honey badgers, jungle cats, and spotted linsangs are some wildlife species found in the park. Continue your trip with a canoeing ride in the river in the afternoon. The sounds of the jungle and sighting of different animal species will add to the trill of the ride. In the evening, an adventurous jeep ride into the core of the park is booked for you. Head back to the lodge, have dinner, and retire for the night.
Day 11: Chitwan National Park - Kathmandu
The day will start with a filling breakfast, after which you'll journey to the capital of Nepal, Kathmandu, located at 250 km from Chitwan National Park. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be assisted to accommodate in the hotel. Dinner will be served at the hotel, after which you can unwind and relax in your deluxe room.
Day 12: Kathmandu
Post breakfast, you'll proceed for a full day excursion of Kathmandu city. Some major highlights will include Durbar Square - constituting heritage buildings that represent four kingdoms, Hanuman Dhoka Gate, Temple Trail, Pashupatinath Temple - dedicated to Lord Shiva, Kala Bhairab, and Swayambhunath Stupa. A leisurely evening can be spent at the Everest Casino. Overnight stay will be at the hotel post delicious supper.
Day 13: Kathmandu
Day 13 has another city tour in-line for you. Stroll through the streets and explore Kathmandu! Various markets offer you to indulge in holiday shopping and picking souvenirs for friends and family. A return to the hotel in the evening will welcome you with a scrumptious dinner. Call it a day and spend the night at the hotel.
Day 14: Kathmandu - Delhi
Bid adieu to Kathmandu in the morning and be transferred to the airport by our representative to board the flight to New Delhi. You'll be received by our tour executive who'll guide you to the hotel. Finish off any last minute shopping or exploring the city. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 15: Delhi
On the final day of the tour, you will be timely transferred to IGI Airport from where you'll board the flight for your onward travel, with sweet memories of a splendid holiday embedded in your heart.
