The enchanting Duo- India and Nepal 14 Nights / 15 Days

Destinations Covered :
Delhi - Udaipur - Jodhpur - Pushkar - Jaipur - Agra - Jhansi Jhansi-Khajuraho - Varanasi - Kathmandu

Embrace the magical merge of India and Nepal: the two enriched nations.
‘India and Nepal’ this unique merger of two countries will take you to the most prominent cities of India including the fascinating capital state of Nepal. This tour will guide you through the magnificent cities - Delhi Agra Jaipur - forming the Golden Triangle where the cultural heritage of India prevails. The trip will let you embrace the charismatic charm of Udaipur where excellent hilltop citadel and palaces stands amidst the glistening lakes; Orchha and Khajuraho which are adorned exquisitely with primeval temples and intriguing sculptures; the holy juncture of the physical and spiritual world at the Ghats of Varanasi and finally Kathmandu which epitomizes the life of Nepal.

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi

Meeting and assistance on arrival & transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02 : Delhi-Udaipur (by flight)

Morning after breakfast proceed for a combined city tour of Old and New Delhi. The former where you visit Rajghat (cremation center of Mahatma Gandhi), 400-years-old Jama Mosque, Chandni Chowk, continue to Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Followed by New Delhi visiting Presidents House (From outside) Lotus Temple (Closed on Monday) - this distinctive lotus shaped marvel in Marble is a symbol of peace, Explore the famed Humayun’s Tomb,, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and culminate the tour at Qutub Minar- is the tower of victory started by Qutub-Ud-Din-Aibak in 1199 AD upon becoming sultan of Delhi. Evening transfer to the airport to board flight for Udaipur. On arrival transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 03 : In Udaipur

Morning after breakfast proceed for city tour starting with the City Palace. The entrance to the City Palace complex is through the 'Hathi Poll' (elephant gate) along the main street of the old city, past the Jagdish Temple. The paintings, mosaics, intricately carved 'Chhatries' and the architecturally brilliant façade all contribute to making a visit to the City Palace a truly memorable experience. Continue to Crystal Gallery, it has a rare collection of Osler's crystal ordered from England by Maharana Sajjan Singh in 1877. Also visit Sahelion-ki-Bari, the garden of the maids.
Evening enjoy boat cruise on lake pichola. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04: Udaipur-Jodhpur (220 Kms / 5.5 hrs approx)

Morning after breakfast proceed for Jodhpur enroute visiting the 15th- century Ranakpur Jain Temples over 1444 marble pillars, carved in exquisite detail, support the temple. The pillars are all differently carved and no two pillars are the same. On arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon visit the massive Meherangarh Fort, a symbol of the glorious history of the Maharajas of Marwar Kingdom and Jaswant Thada is a white marble memorial built by Sardar Singh in 1899 in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 05 : Jodhpur-Pushkar (220 Kms / 5.5 hrs approx)

Morning after breakfast proceed for Pushkar. On arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon walking tour of Pushkar visiting Bazaar and Brahma temple. Evening witness special pooja ceremony on the Ghats with a Hindu priest. Overnight stay at tented accommodation.

Day 06 : In Pushkar

Spend the entire day enjoying the Pushkar Fair. See jugglers, puppeteers and open-air folk dancers kicking dust with their graceful foot and body movements. Eat traditionally cooked Rajasthan meals and ride a camel to the handcrafts stalls at the Pushkar Fair. Overnight stay at tented accommodation.

Day 07 : Pushkar-Jaipur (145 Kms / 3.5 hrs approx)

Morning after breakfast proceed for Jaipur. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 08 : In Jaipur

Morning after breakfast excursion to Amber Fort on the back of the elephant like the Maharajas (Subject to availability of Elephant). Later proceed for half day city tour of Pink City which includes Hawa Mahal: the palace of winds (Photo-stop), Jantar Mantar: Science lovers will love Jantar Mantar an Observatory built by the founder of Jaipur in 1728 AD and the City Palace Museums which contains the original collection of the Maharajas of Jaipur. Evening enjoy Rickshaw ride through the old parts of Pink city. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 09 : Jaipur-Agra (235 Kms / 6 hrs approx)

Morning after breakfast proceed for Agra enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri, a city built in red sandstone by Emperor Akbar to commemorate the birth of his son. On arrival check in at hotel. Later visit Agra Fort, which has been the seat of Mughal rulers for several years. Evening visit Taj Mahal (Sun Set. Taj Mahal glory and beauty of building surpasses beyond all human Imaginations. (Taj Mahal is closed on Friday). Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 10 : Agra-Jhansi (by train) Jhansi-Khajuraho (175 Kms / 3.5 hrs approx)

Morning transfer to the railway station to board train for Jhansi. On arrival proceed for Khajuraho En-route, visiting Orchha Fort a 16th century architectural site on the banks of the beautiful Betwa River. Embark on a delightful “painting” walking tour of this picturesque site with its ancient Palaces and Temples dotting the landscape on both sides of the Betwa River. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 11 : Khajuraho-Varanasi (by flight)

Early morning visit to Western group of temples - a UNESCO World heritage site. In time transfer to the airport to board flight for Varanasi. On arrival transfer to hotel. Evening visit the Ghats (hundreds of stone steps flanking the riverbank) to witness a special Hindu ‘aarti’ prayer ceremony by the Ganges River. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 12 : Varanasi-Kathmandu (by flight)

Early morning enjoy boat ride on holy river Ganges followed by a guided walk of the city including a short visit to Banaras Hindu University & Bharat Mata Temple. Visit the silk looms of Banaras and a bead factory nearby. In time transfer to the airport to board flight for Kathmandu. On arrival transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 13 : In Kathmandu

This morning enjoy a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu. The highlights include the courtyards and chambers of the Royal Palace, Durbar Square with its highly-detailed wooden temples and the Red Towers for a view of the city and the surrounding mountain peaks. Next visit Swayambhunath Stupa, the oldest Buddhist shrine. It is said to be 2,000 years old. Painted on the four sides of the spire’s base is the all- seeing eyes of Lord Buddha a UNESCO World heritage monument. The day’s tour culminates at Patan – a UNESCO World heritage monument. It is best known for its rich cultural heritage particularly its tradition of arts and crafts. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 14 :In Kathmandu

Morning after breakfast visit Bhaktapur which is perhaps the most popular of the three cities of Kathmandu. Newari art and architecture here reveal the best craftsmanship of the Malla period (from the 12th to the 18th century). Later return to Kathmandu. En-route, visit Boudhanath Stupa that was built in 5th century A.D. by Lichchhavi King Mana Dev. It is on an octagonal base inset with prayer wheels. The colossal and ancient Stupa is one of the biggest in the world. Culminate the tour with a visit to Pashupatinath Nath Temple. It is the one of the biggest Hindu Temple in the world located on the banks of the Bagmati River (Non-Hindus are not allowed to visit in the temple). Overnight stay at hotel.