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India & Bhutan Tour : A Cultural Odyssey

15 days
From New Delhi to Paro
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Italian, Spanish
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Delhi

    You'll arrive in Delhi where your tour representative meets you at the airport. After getting settled into your hotel, the rest of the day is yours to rest and adjust to the time difference.

    Start point
    Indira Gandhi International Airport Arrival Road, 110037, Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi, India (Sriver will you pickup from IGI Airport / Hotel Anywhere in Delhi.)
  2. Day 2

    Delhi

    Starting after breakfast, you'll head into Old Delhi to see the Jama Masjid and wander through Chandni Chowk bazaar by rickshaw. From there, you'll stop at the Red Fort, then continue to Rajghat memorial, Humayun Tomb, and Qutub Minar. Along the way, you'll pass by Rashtrapati Bhawan and India Gate.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Jama Masjid
    • Explore Chandni Chowk bazaar
    • Rickshaw ride to Red Fort
    • Drive past Red Fort
    • Visit Rajghat memorial
    • Visit Humayun Tomb
    • Drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan
    • Drive past India Gate
    • Visit Qutub Minar
    Landmarks
    Jama Masjid
    Chandni Chowk
    Red Fort
    Rajghat
    Humayun Tomb
    Rashtrapati Bhawan
    India Gate
    Qutub Minar
  3. Day 3

    Delhi to Agra

    You'll drive to Agra and check into your hotel. Later this afternoon, you'll explore Agra Fort with its historic halls and chambers. By evening, you head to the Taj Mahal to watch the sunset and see how the light shifts across the marble as the sun goes down.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Agra Fort
    • Visit Taj Mahal
    Landmarks
    Agra Fort
    Taj Mahal
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  4. Day 4

    Agra to Ranthambore

    On the drive toward Ranthambore, you'll stop at Fatehpur Sikri to walk through this old Mughal city. After grabbing lunch at a local restaurant, you'll continue on to Ranthambore, where you'll check in. The town is known for its tigers and 16th-century Mughal structures.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Fatehpur Sikri
    • Lunch at local restaurant
    • Visit Buland Darwaza
    Landmarks
    Fatehpur Sikri
    Buland Darwaza
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  5. Day 5

    Ranthambore

    You'll head out early in the morning and again in the evening for safaris in Ranthambore National Park. During these trips, you'll search for Bengal tigers and might spot leopards, jackals, gazelles, and boars in their natural surroundings. Between safaris, you'll return to your hotel for breakfast and to rest.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Early morning Ranthambore Wildlife safari
    • Evening safari to Ranthambore National Park
    Landmarks
    Ranthambore National Park
    Ranthambore Fort
  6. Day 6

    Ranthambore to Jaipur

    You'll drive to Jaipur, known as the Pink City for its pink sandstone buildings and busy markets. After checking in, your afternoon is free. In the evening, you'll visit a local home for a cooking class where you'll make authentic Indian dishes and then eat what you've prepared with your host.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Cooking class at local home
    Landmarks
    Jaipur
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  7. Day 7

    Jaipur

    You'll see Jaipur's main sights, starting with Amer Fort where you can ride an elephant. Next, you'll check out the City Palace, Jantar Mantar with its large sundial, and Hawa Mahal with its 953 carved windows. You'll spend the afternoon shopping for souvenirs in Jaipur's popular markets.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Amer Fort
    • Elephant ride at Amer Fort
    • Visit City Palace
    • Visit Jantar Mantar
    • Visit Hawa Mahal
    • Shopping in Jaipur markets
    Landmarks
    Amer Fort
    City Palace
    Jantar Mantar
    Hawa Mahal
  8. Day 8

    New Delhi

    You'll arrive in New Delhi and check into your hotel. The afternoon and evening are completely open, so you can rest after your journey or take a walk around the neighborhood to get a feel for the city. Grab dinner whenever you're hungry, and adjust to the local time at your own pace.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Daily Breakfast at Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Leisure activities and exploration of New Delhi
  9. Day 9

    New Delhi to Bhutan

    After breakfast, you'll head to the airport for your flight to Bhutan. When you land in Thimphu, you'll be driven to your hotel and can settle in for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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  10. Day 10

    Thimphu

    You'll explore Thimphu's spiritual and cultural sites, including the King's Memorial Chorten and the large Buddha Dordenma statue. You'll visit the Folk Heritage Museum to learn about traditional Bhutanese life, then head to Sangaygang BBS Tower for views of the valley. Later you'll see the old Changangkha Lhakhang temple and take an evening walk through Clock Tower Square.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit King's Memorial Chorten
    • Visit Buddha Dordenma
    • Visit Folk Heritage Museum
    • Visit Sangaygang BBS Tower
    • Visit Changangkha Lhakhang temple
    • Evening walk to Clock Tower Square
    Landmarks
    King's Memorial Chorten
    Buddha Dordenma
    Folk Heritage Museum
    Sangaygang BBS Tower
    Changangkha Lhakhang
    Clock Tower Square
  11. Day 11

    Thimphu to Punakha

    You'll drive to Punakha with stops at Simtokha Dzong fortress, Dochula Pass for mountain views, and Wangdue Phodrang to see its Buddhist sites. After checking into your hotel, your afternoon is open for your own exploration.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Simtokha Dzong
    • Stop at Dochula Pass
    • Visit Wangdue Phodrang
    Landmarks
    Simtokha Dzong
    Dochula Pass
    Wangdue Phodrang
  12. Day 12

    Punakha

    You'll start by visiting the 15th-century Chimi Lhakhang fertility temple, then walk across the Punakha Suspension Bridge, which is Bhutan's longest, over Po Chhu Lake. After that, you'll check out the Punakha Dzong fortress and the Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten, which shows off Bhutanese art and architecture.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Chimi Lhakhang
    • Walk across Punakha Suspension Bridge
    • Visit Punakha Dzong
    • Visit Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten
    Landmarks
    Chimi Lhakhang
    Punakha Suspension Bridge
    Punakha Dzong
    Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten
  13. Day 13

    Punakha to Paro

    You'll drive to Paro, a town between two rivers with old Buddhist temples and monasteries. Once you check into your hotel, you'll have the rest of the day to explore at your own pace.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Paro
  14. Day 14

    Paro

    You'll head up to Chelela Pass at 13,084 feet/3,988 meters for views of snow-capped mountains. You'll then see Rinpung Dzong fortress-monastery and Kyichu Lhakhang temple from 659 AD. Later you'll trek to Tiger's Nest Taktshang monastery, which sits on a cliff at over 10,000 feet/3,048 meters. Keep in mind this trek has steep and challenging sections.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Chelela Pass
    • Visit Rinpung Dzong
    • Visit Kyichu Lhakhang
    • Trek to Tiger's Nest Taktshang
    Landmarks
    Chelela Pass
    Rinpung Dzong
    Kyichu Lhakhang
    Tiger's Nest Taktshang
  15. Day 15

    Paro to Departure

    After breakfast, you'll check out from your hotel. Your company representative will drive you to Paro Airport for your flight home.

    End point
    Paro, Bhutan (Drop-off at International Airport )
    Meals
    Breakfast
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    Just returned with my lovely wife from an incredible 15-day India and Bhutan tour! We explored vibrant cities, ancient temples, and breathtaking landscapes. India's rich history and warm hospitality left us in awe, while Bhutan's stunning beauty and gentle people captured our hearts. Excellent guide, delicious food, and comfortable accommodations made our journey even more special. Thank you, Taj Voyages Tour, for an unforgettable adventure! Highly recommended for anyone seeking culture, adventure, and spiritual growth. A truly unforgettable experience!"
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