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North India with Nepal and Tibet |
| Duration | : | 20 Night / 21 Days |  |
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Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Deogarh - Chhatra Sagar - Jaipur - Agra - Jhansi - Orchha - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Kathmandu - Chitwan - Pokhara - Kathmandu - Lhasa - Delhi |
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 01 Arrive Delhi
On arrival our representative shall meet you at the airport to welcome you and transfer you to hotel. Overnight hotel.
Day 02 Delhi
Full day enjoy city tour covering Laxmi Narayan Temple The Place of Gods, India Gate - The memorial of martyrs, Parliament House The Government Headquarters, Jama Masjid - The largest mosque in Asia, Red Fort - The red stone magic, Gandhi memorial The memoir of father of the nation beside these some other places to visit are - Qutab Minar Complex and Humayuns Tomb. Overnight hotel.
Day 03 Delhi
Full day free to explore the city on your own. Overnight hotel.
Day 04 Delhi - Mandawa
Morning depart by surface to Mandawa -The region lies the triangular area between Delhi, Jaipur and Bikaner.
Arrive Mandawa and check in to Hotel. Evening visit Shekhawati area and Painted Haveli followed by one hour camel ride. Overnight stay.
Day 05 Mandawa - Bikaner
Morning embark on a tour of Bikaner City, visit the Junagarh Fort, built in 1611 AD. The palaces worth visiting are Anup Mahal, Karan Mahal, and Bijai Phool Mahal. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 06 Bikaner - Jaisalmer
Morning after breakfast depart by surface Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer is a tiny jewel in the heart of the Thar, the Great Indian Desert. On arrival check into hotel. Evening explore around this magnificent fort city. Overnight stay.
Day 07 - Jaisamer
After breakfast proceed for city sightseeing of Jaisalmer covering Jaisalmer Fort built on the highest point of the Tricuta hill, Sun Gate. Outstanding features are Megh Durbar & various temples, Salim Singh-Ki-Haveli & PatwonKi-Haveli some of the beautiful mansions with stone carving and lattice work of breath taking intricacy, Lodurva A masterpiece of architectural grandeur. Evening Camel Ride at sand dunes by sunset. Overnight stay.
Day 08 Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
Morning depart by surface to Jodhpur. Arrive and check-in to hotel. Later enjoy the city tour covering Mehrangarh fort unsurpassed in beauty & grandeur, it is one of the largest forts in India. Innumerable palaces in the fort, interspersed with sprawling courtyards, are intricately carved Jaswanthada The 19th century royal cenotaph, a creation in white marble Clock tower The timely treasure of Jodhpur. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 09 Jodhpur - Udaipur
Morning drive to Udaipur. en-route visit Ranakpur temples the pilgrimage centre of Rajasthan a few of the numerous temples are Chaturmukh temples. Arrive and check into hotel. Evening walk around the local bazaar to view the lifestyle of the local people. Overnight stay.
Day 10 Udaipur
Morning city tour of Udaipur covering - SaheliyonKiBari The garden for the maids of honour of the queen. Jagdish temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu & approachable by a broad flight of steps, the shrine is a rectangular platform on the lines of Indo-Aryan style of architecture, City Palace located aside of Lake Pichola & Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (Folk Art Museum). Evening Boat ride at Lake Pichola (subject to water level in the Lake). Overnight stay.
Day 11 Udaipur - Deogarh
Morning drive to Deogarh, this 16th century fort, near Pratapgarh, is famous for the palaces with their ornate murals and the Jain temples. Stay overnight at the hotel in Deogarh.
Day 12 Deogarh - Chhatra Sagar
After breakfast leave for Chhatra Sagar. After arrival in Chhatra Sagar enjoy Sunset from Dam terrace. Chhatra Sagar is newly developed destination. Dinner and Overnight at Chhatra Sagar (A luxurious tented accommodation).
Day 13 Chhatra Sagar - Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur. On arrival Jaipur transfer and check-into the Hotel.
Day 14 Jaipur
Today morning we shall take you for a tour to Amer Fort, and enjoy the joy ride on Elephant. Afternoon enjoy the city seeing covering City Palace occupies a large area divided into a series of courtyards, gardens & buildings and a perfect blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture, Royal Observatory An observatory with some rare qualities to its credit, and the Bazaar etc. Later relax in the hotel. Overnight hotel.
Day 15 Jaipur - Agra
Morning drive to Agra 235 Kms. 5 hrs. drive approx. en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri (Old Deserted town of Mughal Dynasty) Jama Masjid, The Buland Darwaza, Palace of Jodha Bai, Birbal Bhawan & Panch Mahal. On arrival at Agra check into the hotel
Day 16 Agra
Morning city tour covering Taj Mahal a poem written in white marble, the most extravagant monument ever built for love, Red Fort a visit to the fort in Agra is must since so many of the events which lead to the construction of the Taj took place here, Itmad-ud-daulas Tomb The tomb is of particular interest since many of its design elephants overshadow the Taj. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 17 Agra - Jhansi - Orchha
After breakfast transfer from hotel to the railway station. Meeting and assistance upon arrival and proceed to Orchha. Orchha, overlooked by the modern era, this beautiful medieval town, was once the capital of Bundela Kings. Built along the banks of the river Betwa, flowing through a rugged countryside, it still retains the captivating air of a bygone era. Amongst the various imposing edifices, of particular interest are the Jehangiri Mahal, built by Raja Bir Singh Deo to commemorate the visit of Moghul Emperor Jehangir, the Raj Mahal and the Laxminarayan temple, both noted for their fine Frescoes and Mural paintings. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 18 Orchha - Khajuraho
Today morning drive to Khajuraho. On arrival Khajuraho check in to Hotel. Later enjoy city tour of Eastern / Western group of temples which includes Laxmi & Varha temples Kandariya Mahadev, Devi Jagdamba temples etc. Overnight hotel.
Day 19 Khajuraho - Varanasi
Today early morning enjoy city tour of Eastern / Western group of temples which includes Laxmi & Varha temples Kandariya Mahadev, Devi Jagdamba temples etc. Later Transfer to airport to catch flight to Varanasi, on arrival transfer to hotel. Overnight hotel.
Day 20 Varanasi
Varanasi principle attraction is the string of bathing ghats, which line the western ghats of Ganges, enjoy boat ride at dawn. After breakfast visit the Ghats, Tulsi Manas temple, Alamgir temple, Bharat Mata temple etc. In the afternoon take an excursion to Sarnath. Evening free to roam around. Overnight hotel.
Day 21 Varanasi - Kathmandu - Chitwan
(Flight operates only on Tue - Thu - Sat)
Today you will be transferred to airport to catch the flight to Kathmandu. On arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu you will be met by our representative and drive to Chitwan. Arrive and check in into the Nature Resort. Overnight at hotel.
Day 22 - Chitwan National Park
Day free for Jungle activities such as Nature walk, bird watching, village visiting. Elephant back Safari, etc. In the evening enjoy Traditional Tharu Cultural Dance. Overnight at hotel.
Day 23 - Chitwan - Pokhara
Morning drive to Pokhara. Arrive and check in into hotel. Afternoon stroll around the Lake side. Overnight at hotel.
Day 24 - Pokhara
Early morning one hour boat ride at Phewa Lake and then visit the Temple situated in the middle of the lake. After breakfast take an excursion to Sarangkot. Drive back to Pokhara. Overnight at hotel.
Day 25 - Pokhara - Kathmandu
Today drive to Kathmandu. On arrival & check in into hotel. Afternoon city tour of Bhaktapur, Pashupatinath and Bodhnath. Overnight at hotel.
Day 26 - Kathmandu
Sightseeing tour of the Kathmandu City The Hanumandhoka Kathmandu Durbar Square is the historic seat of royalty. Taleju Temple built by King Mahendra Malla in 1549 AD, the temple of Kal Bhairav - the God of destruction and the temple of Kumari (Vestal Virgin)
Later Swayambhunath Stupa- the oldest Buddhist shrine. It is said to be 2,000 years old. Painted on the four sides of the spires base are the all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. It is 3 km west of Kathmandu City and is situated on a hillock about 77 m above the level of Kathmandu Valley and commands an excellent view of the Valley. This Stupa is the oldest of its kind in Nepal.
Afternoon, proceed to Bouddhanath Stupa: The stupa of Bouddhanath lies 8 kms east of Kathmandu. This ancient colossal Stupa is one of the biggest in the world, and is the center of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal.
Next to Pasupatinath Temple: This important Hindu temple is the temple of Lord Shiva, The temple with a two tiered golden roof and silver door is considered one of the holiest shrines for Hindus. Although only Hindus are allowed inside the temple, visitors can witness the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River.
Day 27 - Kathmandu - Lhasa
In the morning transfer to airport to board the flight to Lhasa. On arrival in Lhasa transfer to your hotel. Full rest in the afternoon to acclimatize. Overnight at hotel in Lhasa.
Day 28 - Lhasa
Full day sightseeing of Potala Palace, Sera Monastery & Norbulinka. Overnight at hotel in Lhasa.
Day 29 - Lhasa
Full day sightseeing of Drepung & Jokhang Monastery & Barkhor Market. Overnight at hotel in Lhasa.
Day 30 Lhasa - Kathmandu - Delhi Departure
Today morning transfer to Airport to board your flight to Kathmandu. In Kathmandu connect flight to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi connect your flight back home. (No Accommodation in Delhi)
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