Itinerary
- Day 1
Delhi Arrival
You'll arrive at Delhi airport and get transferred to your hotel. After settling in, you can either rest from your flight or head out to check out some of Delhi's sights if you're feeling up for it. Later, your tour leader meets the group at 6 PM to go over the itinerary, and there's an optional group dinner if you want to join.
Included Activities
- Airport arrival transfer
Optional Activities
- Explore Delhi sights
- Group dinner
- Day 2
Old Delhi Exploration
This morning you'll take the Metro into Old Delhi and wander through narrow streets and ancient lanes. You'll see the Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque, and the Sisganj Gurudwara to learn about Sikhism. A rickshaw ride takes you through the bustling streets. Later, you'll have a special home-cooked dinner with a local family in an informal setting.
- Meals
- Dinner (Home-cooked dinner)
Included Activities
- Delhi Metro ride
- Old Delhi exploration and walking tour
- Jama Masjid tour
- Sisganj Gurudwara visit
- Rickshaw ride
- Home-cooked dinner with local
Landmarks Jama Masjid Sisganj Gurudwara - Day 3
Delhi to Agra
An early morning train gets you to Agra in about 3 hours. You'll walk through Agra Fort to understand its connection to the Taj Mahal, then visit local artisans and weavers who preserve traditional crafts. By late afternoon, you head to the Taj Mahal for a sunset visit to this iconic monument (75°F/24°C).
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train journey to Agra
- Agra Fort tour
- Visit to local artisans and weavers
- Taj Mahal sunset visit
Landmarks Agra Fort Taj Mahal - Day 4
Agra to Jaipur
A 6-hour bus ride takes you to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. During your free afternoon, you can check out a gem polishing and cutting demonstration since Jaipur is famous for precious and semi-precious stones. If tickets are available, catch a Bollywood film at a local theatre in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bus journey to Jaipur
- Gem polishing and cutting demonstration
Optional Activities
- Bollywood film at local theatre
- Day 5
Jaipur City Tour
After breakfast, you'll drive through Jaipur's vibrant Old City with its distinctive ochre-coloured buildings. Next, visit Amber Fort with photo stops at the Hawa Mahal and Jal Mahal. Later you can see Jantar Mantar, an 18th-century stone observatory, explore the City Palace, or watch artisans create intricate block prints.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive through Old City of Jaipur
- Amber Fort visit
- Photo stop at Hawa Mahal
- Photo stop at Jal Mahal
- Jantar Mantar visit
- City Palace visit
- Block print art demonstration
Landmarks Amber Fort Hawa Mahal Jal Mahal Jantar Mantar City Palace - Day 6
Jaipur to Varanasi
You fly to Varanasi, one of India's most spiritual cities. You'll walk along the eastern bank of the River Ganges and explore the many Ghats where locals come for spiritual and practical purposes. During the afternoon, wander through the activity and sounds of temple bells, boatmen, tea vendors, and kite flyers. In the evening, take a boat ride to see the flower ceremony and evening rituals on the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight from Jaipur to Varanasi
- Ganges riverbank walk
- Ghats exploration
- Evening boat ride with flower ceremony
Landmarks River Ganges - Day 7
Varanasi Sunrise and Free Day
Before dawn, you head out on a boat ride across the gentle Ganges as the Ghats wake up. You'll watch locals pay silent homage to the rising sun, see bathers and washermen, watch kite flyers, and see earthen candles being lit as part of daily spiritual rituals. After returning to the hotel for breakfast, the rest of the day is yours to visit Sarnath or browse Varanasi's famous silk fabrics.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunrise boat ride on River Ganges
Optional Activities
- Visit to Sarnath
- Browse silk fabrics at Varanasi markets
Landmarks Sarnath - Day 8
Varanasi to Lumbini, Nepal
Very early this morning, you depart for Nepal with a packed breakfast provided. Lunch timing depends on traffic and road conditions. It's a long drive of about 10 hours, so bring a book or music for the journey. You'll complete border formalities at the India-Nepal crossing, then continue for about an hour to reach Lumbini.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Packed breakfast)
Included Activities
- Bus journey to Lumbini
- India-Nepal border crossing
- Day 9
Lumbini to Chitwan
Start with the Maya Devi Temple, believed to be the birthplace of Buddha. Then it's a 5-hour drive to Chitwan. After you arrive, take a leisurely bicycle ride through mustard fields and into a small tribal village, where you might even spot a rhino shopping in the street. The day ends with a special meal shared with a local family prepared just for the group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Family dinner)
Included Activities
- Maya Devi Temple visit
- Drive to Chitwan
- Village bicycle tour
- Family dinner
Landmarks Maya Devi Temple - Day 10
Chitwan Jungle Safari and Canoe Ride
After breakfast, you board a dug-out canoe and drift down the Rapti River before your jungle safari begins. Look out for one-horned rhinos in the tall grass and sloth bears in the reeds, though spotting them depends on luck. Following the safari, you travel to Pokhara and take a walking tour to get your bearings of this beautiful city dominated by the Annapurna Range.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Canoe ride on Rapti River
- Jeep jungle safari
- Travel to Pokhara
- Pokhara orientation walk
Optional Activities
- Bungee jumping
- Paragliding
- Trekking
Landmarks Rapti River Phewa Lake Annapurna Range - Day 11
Pokhara Free Day
After breakfast, the day is all yours to explore. You might visit the Peace Pagoda, Devi's Falls, or Mahendra Caves if you're feeling adventurous. Or simply relax at one of the many lakeside restaurants overlooking Phewa Lake and watch the world go by. In the afternoon, take a boat ride across the lake listening to the gentle splash of oars, then head out for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Phewa Lake boat ride
Optional Activities
- Peace Pagoda visit
- Devi's Falls visit
- Mahendra Caves visit
- Lakeside restaurant dining
Landmarks Peace Pagoda Devi's Falls Mahendra Caves - Day 12
Pokhara to Kathmandu
After a hearty breakfast, you board the bus for Kathmandu, your final destination, which is about 7 hours away. The journey includes short breaks over suspension bridges, past white-water rapids, and with views of distant hills. Upon arrival, you'll explore the streets of Thamel with its cafes, bars, restaurants, mountain gear shops, and vibrant tourist energy.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bus journey to Kathmandu
- Kathmandu orientation walk
Landmarks Thamel - Day 13
Kathmandu Free Day
Today is free to explore Kathmandu's spiritual and cultural treasures. Consider an optional scenic flight over Mount Everest, or visit Boudhnath Stupa to watch pilgrims and travellers visiting its grounds. You can explore Pashupatinath Temple where Hindus perform last rites, climb to Swayambunath Temple for city views, or wander the medieval streets of Darbar Square. Try local restaurants and do some last-minute souvenir shopping before the group farewell dinner.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell group dinner)
Optional Activities
- Scenic flight over Mount Everest
- Boudhnath Stupa visit
- Pashupatinath Temple visit
- Swayambunath Temple visit
- Darbar Square exploration
- Local restaurant dining
- Souvenir shopping
Landmarks Boudhnath Stupa Pashupatinath Temple Swayambunath Temple Darbar Square Mount Everest - Day 14
Kathmandu Departure
It's time to say goodbye to your group leader and new friends, though you'll leave with a backpack full of memories from your journey across India and Nepal. Departure transfers are included. If you're staying longer in Kathmandu, the operator offers Annapurna Base Camp and Everest Base Camp trips.
Included Activities
- Departure transfer
Optional Activities
- Annapurna Base Camp trip
- Everest Base Camp trip
