Duration: 16 Nights / 17 Days
Destination covered: Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi - Kathmandu - Chitwan - Pokhara - Kathmandu
Day 01: Arrival at Delhi
Begin your India Nepal Tour with the arrival at Delhi Airport. On arrival, India Holiday Packages representative will meet you at the lounge of Delhi International Airport. He or she will answer questions, brief you on the immediate arrangements, and escort you to your hotel. Over night stay at Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi
The main highlight of India and Nepal Tour is Delhi. In Delhi Experience the contrasting images of Old and New Delhi. Sightseeing of Delhi includes the classical Secretariat buildings, Parliament House, Presidential Palace, Vijay Chowk, India Gate, Mahatma Gandhi National Museum, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb etc. Travel by rickshaw through labyrinthine streets of colorful bazaars, sacred temples and colonial monuments of Old Delhi. Visit the amazing historical places likes of magnificent Red Fort, visit India’s largest mosque Jama Masjid and see Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation site. Dinner and over night stay at Delhi.
Day 03: Delhi - Agra
The next major attraction of Highlights of India & Nepal tour is Agra. In the morning drive down to the city of Taj Mahal - Agra. En-route visit Sikandra. Continue your drive to Agra and check-in at Hotel. Spend rest of the day at leisure with an option to visit Taj Mahal at sunset. Over night stay at Agra.
Day 04: Agra
In Agra Morning visit Taj Mahal. It is among the Seven Wonders of the World. Continue your visit to Agra Fort, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture. Also visit Itmad-ud-Daulah, the beautiful tomb of Mirza Ghiyath Beg. After a hectic day long tour return back to the hotel for dinner and retire.
Day 05: Agra - Lal Mahal Palace
The next destination of highlights of India Nepal Tour is Fatehpur Sikri. Continue to the former hunting lodge of the Maharaja of Jaipur, the Lal Mahal Palace for a night stay at the deluxe Royal Camp. Over night stay at Lalmahal Palace.
Day 06: Lal Mahal Palace - Jaipur
After breakfast drive towards Jaipur the capital city of Rajasthan also known as Pink city. Upon arrival you will be assisted with your check in at the hotel. Remaining day is at leisure for independent activities. Over night stay at Jaipur.
Day 07: In Jaipur
After buffet breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven just outside Jaipur to the ancient capital of Amber to see the fabulous Amber Fort. Once on the top stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. Enjoy a visit to fascinating Sheesh Mahal and Hawa Mahal. In the afternoon among the highlights to be seen while touring Jaipur include the City Palace and Jantar Mantar. Over night stay at Jaipur.
Day 08: Jaipur - Delhi
Early morning after breakfast leave for Delhi by road. On arrival in Delhi, check in at the hotel. Spend the day in leisure activities. Over night stay at Delhi.
Day 09: Delhi - Kathmandu
Next morning transfer to Delhi International airport to board flight for Kathmandu. On arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Over night stay at Kathmandu.
Day 10: In Kathmandu
Next morning the highlight of India and Nepal tour leads you to Kathmandu. India Holiday Package guide will take you for the sightseeing tour of Kathmandu which includes Durbar Square, Hanuman Dhoka, the ancient royal residential quarter, Mahadev and Parvati Temple, Machhender Bahl-holy place for the Buddhists and Hindus, Temple House of Kumari. Also visit Swayambunath, a 2500-year old site. The 5 dhyani Buddha's attended by their consorts are enshrined at the base of the stupa. (Non-Hindus are not allowed inside Swayambhunath temple). In the afternoon visit Patan. In Patan visit the old Newar City, the historic Durbar Square, the Golden Gate, the sky piercing temple of Teleju and the statue of Yogendra Malla. Over night stay at Kathmandu.
Day 11: Kathmandu
In the morning drive towards Chitwan. On arrival in Chitwan, check in at your resort. In the afternoon proceed for a tour to Tharu Village and witness the Tharu Cultural Performance. Over night stay at Chitwan.
Day 12: Kathmandu - Chitwan
In the morning drive towards Chitwan. On arrival in Chitwan, check in at your resort. In the afternoon proceed for a tour to Tharu Village and witness the Tharu Cultural Performance. Over night stay at Chitwan.
Day 13: In Chitwan
An elephant ride takes you around the jungle for an hour and half. There are two trips a day, one in the morning at 8 and another at 4 in the afternoon. Jeep safaris are also very popular they take you around for four hours. Canoeing along the Rapti River is another option. The trip is a paradise for birdwatchers. Jungle walks through the jungle is a good way to spot game. Over night stay at Chitwan.
Day 14: Chitwan - Pokhara
The next destination of Highlights of India Nepal Tour is Pokhara. After breakfast take a quick tour to Pokhara. Pokhara is a place of remarkable natural beauty. The serenity of Phewa Lake and the magnificence of the Fishtail Peak rising behind it create an ambiance of peace and tranquility. Pokhara is a perfect place to see the panoramic view of Himalayan region including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Over night stay at Pokhara.
Day 15: In Pokhara
After breakfast, proceed for a half-day sightseeing tour of Pokhara City and 1 hour boating at Lake Phewa. Free at leisure for the remainder of the day. Over night stay at Pokhara.
Day 16: Pokhara - Kathmandu
In the morning get ready to depart by air for Kathmandu. On arrival at Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Over night stay at Kathmandu.