15 Days | Delhi – Kathmandu
$1999USD | October 12 – 26, 2018
If you’re looking to experience the diversity of India and Nepal, this 15-day trip contrasts the colorful culture of India with the pristine serenity of Nepal’s Himalayan mountains. From the ghats that line the banks of the Ganges in Varanasi to a 4×4 safari in Chitwan National Park, our expert CEOs will take you through a region of unsurpassed natural beauty and spirituality before revealing to you the rugged Himalayan landscape of Nepal’s magical capital, Kathmandu.
Highlights
›› Explore the vibrant streets of Agra
›› Uncover bustling Delhi and beautiful Jaipur
›› Enjoy a sunset cruise on the River Ganges
›› Travel by jeep safari in Chitwan NP
›› Experience Nepal’s mountain views
Delhi to Kathmandu Adventure
Day 1 | Delhi
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 | Delhi/Jaipur
Visit the India Gate and Connaught Place in Delhi before traveling to the “Pink City.” Explore this beautiful city and opt to watch a Bollywood film.
Day 3 | Jaipur
Marvel Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) and visit Amber Fort.
Day 4 | Jaipur/Agra
Travel to Agra and visit the Taj Mahal at sunset.
Day 5 | Agra/Orchha
Enjoy the peaceful rural charm of Orchha and visit the Orchha Palace complex. Opt to witness an evening puja.
Day 6 | Orchha/Varanasi
Visit Tarragram, a unique paper-making plant, set up to assist tribal women from the area. After, enjoy free time in Orchha.
Day 7 | Varanasi
Arrive in the holy city of Varanasi. Take an orientation walk along the ghats and visit the old city. Enjoy a boat trip on the Ganges at sunset.
Day 8 | Varanasi
Enjoy a sunrise boat tour along the Ganges before free time in this holy city.
Day 9 | Varanasi/Lumbini
Cross into Nepal and visit Buddha’s birthplace, Lumbini.
Day 10 | Lumbini/Royal Chitwan National Park
Travel to this UNESCO World Heritage Site and enjoy an overnight homestay with the indigenous Tharu community.
Day 11 | Royal Chitwan National Park
Explore the park on a 4×4 safari before a walk through the village and rice paddies. Settle in for another night with your Tharu community hosts.
Day 12 | Royal Chitwan National Park/Pokhara
Travel into the beautiful scenery of the Annapurna Range in Pokhara.
Day 13 | Pokhara
Visit nearby Sarangkot for a sunrise walk with breathtaking views of
the Annapurnas. Visit the Sisterhood of Survivors Project, a grassroots organization that trains survivors of human-trafficking to become
certified paralegals.
Day 14 | Pokhara/Kathmandu
Drive to Kathmandu, visiting Swayambhunath, the Monkey Temple, en route.
Day 15 | Kathmandu
Take an optional Everest scenic flight. Depart at any time.
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$1999USD*
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TYPE: CLASSIC
SERVICE LEVEL: STANDARD
PHYSICAL DEMAND ** (2 of 5)
What’s included
› G Adventures for Good projects
› India Gate and Connaught Place visit (Delhi)
› Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal tour (Jaipur)
› Taj Mahal entrance
› Orchha Palace complex visit
› Ganges River boat trips at sunrise and sunset, including candle flower ceremony (Varanasi)
› Varanasi orientation walk along the ghats and old city
› Buddha’s birthplace visit (Lumbini)
› Chitwan National Park jeep safari
› Sarangkot sunrise excursion (Pokhara)
› Kathmandu orientation walk
› Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) visit
› Border crossing support
› All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (10 nts), homestay (2 nts), sleeper train (1 nt), deluxe air-con tents (1 nt).
Meals
1 lunch, 1 dinner. Allow USD400-520
for meals not included.
Transportation
Train, metro, local bus, charter bus, private van, auto-rickshaw, cycle-rickshaw, tempo, 4×4, riverboat.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
If you are interested or have any questions, please email me at victoriagarciadrago@gmail.com
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