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Highlights of India and Nepal
From $7,543 - 22 Days - Fully Inclusive from selected Australian cities
The northern plains of India have always provided an array of sites, sounds and architectural wonders; the bustling bazaars of Delhi and Jaipur, the Taj Mahal in Agra, the deserts of Rajasthan, the ghats of Varanasi and the erotic temples of Khajuraho. Nepal features the greatest mountain range on earth, with eight of the world’s highest mountains plus a mixture of over forty ethnic groups who speak over 93 languages and dialects. The majority of Nepal’s population is found in the Kathmandu Valley home of three major towns, Kathmandu (the capital), Patan and Bhaktapur. These are truly the ‘Highlights’ of a visit to India and Nepal all encompassed in a realistic time frame at a fully inclusive price.
TOUR ITINERARY
Wendy Wu Tours Review: "We would like to compliment your tour organiser, a very well put together tour for an overall look at northern India and Nepal. Even though our coach followed on the same journey, we were given the opportunity to experience the local transport, trains, buses, tongas, tuk-tuk taxis, bicycles and rickshaws. We would like to thank you for both our tours with Wendy Wu, China in Nov 2008 and India and Nepal Feb 2009. Our best wishes for your company’s future."
Mr William & Joan Hodgson, Queensland – February 2009
Day 1: Australia to Delhi
Fly with Singapore Airlines to Delhi for 2 nights.
Day 2: Delhi
This morning we visit Old Delhi, drive past the Red Fort, walk through Chandni Chowk bazaar, Jama Masjid and the Lakshmi Narayan Hindu Temple. After lunch visit Gandhi Smriti, have a photo stop at India Gate and visit the Qutab Minar complex.
Day 3: Delhi to Udaipur
Today we fly to Udaipur, a city of lakes, palaces and temples. The afternoon is at leisure before we enjoy an enchanting dinner at a local restaurant overlooking Lake Pichola.
Day 4: Udaipur
This morning visit Sahelion Ki Bari Gardens (the Garden for the Maids of Honour), the Folk Museum and Mewar Art Gallery. We also visit the City Palace and walk through the local streets and shops. Enjoy a cruise on Lake Pichola, which is fringed with hills, palaces, havelis, ghats and temples.
Day 5: Udaipur to Jodhpur
Today we leave Udaipur and drive to Jodhpur stopping en route at the small town of Ranakpur to see the largest Jain temple complex in India dating back to the 15th Century.
Day 6: Jodhpur
Jodhpur is the 2nd largest city in Rajasthan. This morning visit Meherangarh Fort and the museum located in the Umaid Bhawan Palace. Take an auto rickshaw ride to a local restaurant for lunch followed by a walking tour through Subji Mandi the local vegetable and spice market.
Day 7: Jodhpur to Jaipur
Drive through the colourful countryside of Rajasthan to Jaipur, known as the ‘Pink City’. Later this afternoon enjoy a shopping experience at the local shops in Choti Choper inside the walled city.
Day 8: Jaipur
Start today’s touring with a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) and the palace and fortress at Amer. This afternoon visit Jaipur City Palace and Jantar Mantar (Observatory) before enjoying traditional dancing and dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 9: Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park
Leaving Jaipur we head south to Ranthambore National Park, one of the prime examples of Project Tiger’s conservation efforts in Rajasthan. Enjoy game viewing this afternoon.
Day 10: Ranthambore National Park
Today enjoy a morning and an afternoon game viewing by canter around an estimated area of 400sq km of game reserve.
Day 11: Ranthambore National Park to Agra
Board our train to Bharatpur from where we drive to Agra with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri, a fortified ghost city.
Day 12: Agra
Rise early this morning and travel by horse drawn carriages, ‘tongas’ to view the Taj Mahal as the sun is rising. Visit a marble inlay workshop and Agra Fort.
Day 13: Agra to Khajuraho
After breakfast we board the Shatabdi Express train to Jhansi. From here we continue our journey by road to Khajuraho via Orchha where we stop for lunch. This evening enjoy a cultural dancing show.
Day 14: Khajuraho to Varanasi
This morning tour the Western Group of Temples in Khajuraho, one of India’s major attractions. This afternoon fly to Varanasi. In the evening take a rickshaw ride to the ghats of the River Ganges to witness the Pooja ceremony of Ganga Aarti.
Day 15: Varanasi
Take an early morning boat ride on the Ganges followed by a tour of Varanasi city before visiting the Buddhist sites at Sarnath.
Day 16: Varanasi to Kathmandu
This morning transfer to the airport for our flight to Kathmandu. The remainder of the day is at leisure to acclimatise to the altitude.
India Only option:
Tour participants who do not wish to travel to Nepal leave the group in Varanasi on Day 16 and fly to Delhi for an overnight stay. Departing Delhi on Day 17, the morning is at leisure until a late check out, dinner and transfer to the airport. Arrive back in Australia the following day, Day 18.
Day 17: Kathmandu
Today explore the temples, houses and shrines in Durbar Square and the famous Buddhist pilgrimage of Swayambhunath Stupa. After lunch we visit the largest stupa in Nepal, Bodhnath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple.
Day 18: Kathmandu - Bhaktapur
We visit the 9th Century built town of Bhaktapur, a store house of mediaeval art and architecture including the Golden Gate at the Palace of 55 Windows and the Temple of Changu Narayan.
Day 19: Kathmandu - Patan
Visit the 2nd largest city in Nepal, Patan, including the World Heritage listed former Royal Palace and Durbar Square.
Day 20: Kathmandu - Dhulikhel
Enjoy the morning at leisure. After lunch we drive to Dhulikhel, visiting the small village of Thimi en route. In Dhulikhel we visit Newari houses and a local market.
Day 21: Depart Kathmandu
Transfer to the airport for our flight back to Australia.
Day 22: Arrive Australia
Arrive home in Australia.
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