North & South India with Nepal Tour | Bangalore Luxury Travel Guide

North & South India with Nepal

$2000

per person

Full of culture and undomesticated beauty

Start by taking in the hustle of Delhi, explore it’s architectural masterpieces then visit the country side experiencing a touch of India’s culture. Enjoy the beauty of our Nepal Tour, sailing the Fewa Lake, witness an unforgettable sunrise, see life from the back of an elephant, visit one of the most fascinating natural wildlife reserves, observe eye-catching scenery aboard a leisurely boat cruise. Stop at an array of UNESCO World Heritages among them the Taj Mahal, bask in the city of lakes “Venice of the East” and then enjoy a camel safari over the sand dunes of Jaisalmer.

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21 Days

Boat Ride

Camel Ride

City Sightseeing

Include

Daily Breakfast

Entrance Fees Per Itinerary

Internal Flights

All Taxes

Tour Fees Per Itinerary

English Speaking Guide

All Transfers

Lunch & Dinner as per Itinerary

Accommodation
Not Included

Travel Insurance

Late Check-Out

Early Check-In

Tips

“Force Majure” Costs

Personal Costs

Laundry Costs

Excess Baggage

Drinks

International Flights

Local Transport

Airport Taxes

Day 01 Delhi

Welcome! After arrival at the Delhi airport you will be transferred where you will check in at the 5* Imperial India Hotel. Note: The normal check in - check out time of the hotels is 1200 hours and if your arrival time does not suit this we can arrange activities for you on the first day or pre-book the hotel from the previous night on additional charges and as per your request. Normally it takes 1 hour to come out of the airport from the time of arrival. Overnight in Hotel - Delhi

Day 02 Delhi

New Delhi is a city that breathes history as well as modernity and its architectural masterpieces right from the Mughal era to the British era and present day are all worth a visit. We start the day by visiting the Red Fort (Lal Qila). Built in 1648 this is a brilliant red sandstone fort built by the same Mughal emperor who built the Taj Mahal. We also visit other interesting sights like the Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Qutab Minar and drive through the colonial buildings with (photo stops enroute) which still retain its complete charm. Overnight in Hotel - Delhi

Day 03 Delhi - Armritsar

In the morning board the train departing for Amritsar. Your received on arrival and dropped at hotel for check in at the Golden Tulip Hotel. Later visit Golden temple, Jallianwalla Bagh and some other attractions. In the evening view the beating retreat ceremony at the wagha border. Overnight in Hotel - Amritsar

Day 04 Amritsar - Delhi

First half of the day is spent visiting the near by village to experience the farming culture. Rest of the day is to explore the market, until later being dropped at the railway station to board the train departing for Delhi. Received on arrival and taken to the Khatri Hotel Sahara for check in and overnight stay. Overnight in Hotel - Delhi

Day 05 Delhi - Kathmandu

After breakfast your taken to the airport for your flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival you will be taken to the Radisson Hotel for check in. Rest of the day is spent at your leisure, take the time to rest or you can enjoy the Casino at the hotel. Overnight in Hotel - Kathmandu

Day 06 Pokhara

Today we drive for Pokhara. On the way enjoy the natural beauty of the Nepal. At arrival check in at the Shangri-La Hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Enjoy boating in the Fewa lake and have overnight stay. Overnight in Hotel - Pokhara

Day 07 Pokhara

In the morning we drive for Hill Sarangkot to witness the true beauty of a sunrise across the snow capped Himalayan mountain peaks. Return back to Pokhara for breakfast and enjoy some sightseeing. Overnight in Hotel - Pokhara

Day 08 Kathmandu

After an early breakfast we start back for Kathmandu. On arrival enjoy a day of sightseeing which includes Durbar square, Swayambhunath Temple, Pasupatinath Temple and some other sites. Afterwards head back to the Radisson Hotel for the night. Overnight in Hotel - Kathmandu

Day 09 Kathmandu - Delhi

Today you have the opportunity to explore the market or enjoy the Casino, before later heading to the airport to board your flight for Delhi. Upon on arrival your taken to the Khatri Hotel Sahara check in, rest and overnight stay. Overnight in Hotel - Delhi

Day 10 Delhi - Cochin

After breakfast head to the airport to board your flight for Cochin. On arrival your dropped at the 5* Vivanta By Taj Hotel for check in. Then set out for sightseeing to visit palm green city - Cochin, which has wealth of historical association and it's cluster of islands and narrow peninsulas. We will visit the Mattancherry Palace which is also known as Dutch Palace, built by the Portuguese and presented to the Raja of Cochin in 1555 AD. It acquired the present name after 1663 when the Dutch carried out extensions and repairs in the palace. We will also visit Parishath Thampuran Museum, Churches and Chinese fishing nets. Overnight in Hotel - Cochin

Day 11 Periyar

After breakfast we drive south for Periyar. The Periyar Sanctuary, declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978 under the Project Tiger scheme, attracts travellers from all over the world was created by the old Travancore State Government in 1934. The park encompasses a 26 sq. km. artificial lake, built by the British in 1895 to provide water to the temple city of Madurai in Tamil Nadu. Enjoy wild life safari on Periyar lake to explore the wild life. Overnight in Hotel - Periyar

Day 12 Houseboat

After breakfast board the Rainbow Cruises houseboat. This is one of the highlights of a visit to Kerala. The houseboat cross's shallow, palm – fringed lakes studded with cantilevered Chinese fishing nets and travels along narrow shady canals where coir, copra and cashews are loaded on to boats. Enjoy lunch and relax on the houseboat while it sails down. In the evening there will be a stop at an eye-catching location for a beautiful dinner and overnight stay. Overnight on Houseboat

Day 13 Alleppy - Kovalam

Enjoy breakfast as we reach Alleppy in the morning and then drive south to reach Kovalam, a popular destination for those who long for some rest. Check into The Leela Resort and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight in Resort - Kovalam

Day 14 Kovalam - Trivendrum - Delhi - Agra

This morning after an early breakfast board your flight for Delhi. Upon arrival drive south to reach “Sikendra” where we visit Akbar’s Mausoleum. Akbar is the most famous of the Mughal kings and he is one of the most famous of all Indian rulers. Then continuing our drive south we reach Agra. Agra is famous for being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the world-the Taj Mahal. The architectural splendor of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is vivid reminder of the opulence of the legendary Mughal emperors. We will visit the world famous Taj Mahal the epitome of love. We also visit the Agra Fort and Ahmadullah. Afterwards spend remainder of the day at your own leisure and overnight in the Taj View Hotel. Overnight in Hotel - Agra

Day 15 Jaipur

After breakfast we proceed westwards and visit Fatehpur Sikri, built in the second half of the 16^th century and was the capital of Mughal Empire for 10 years only as it later had to be abandoned due to no water supply. The beautiful pink city – Jaipur, which was painted pink to honour the visit of Price Albert in 1876 as the Rajputs considered it a colour of hospitality and ceremony. Enjoy a traditional Rajasthani meal for Dinner at an ethnic resort in the evening. Before heading back to the Jai Mahal Palace to spend overnight. Overnight in Hotel - Jaipur

Day 16 Jaipur

After breakfast head out and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the city including a visit to the Amber fort, which we climb on an elephants back or by a jeep. The main attractions are the Sukh Mandir (Temple of Contentment – an aptly named pleasure chamber, cooled by a stunning water cascade) and the Sheesh Mahal (Mirror palace). We also stop to see some of the architectural marvels of Jaipur at the Palace of wind, Jantar Mantar (the observatory) and the city palace complex. Rest of the evening is free for shopping in the colourful bazaars of Jaipur. Overnight in Hotel - Jaipur

Day 17 Jaipur - Udaipur

Today we drive towards Udaipur. The beautiful city of lakes is often referred as to as the Venice of the east and more so locally as the Kashmir of the Rajasthan. Check into the Shiv Niwas Palace and spent the rest of the day at your leisure with vehicle at disposal. In the evening enjoy boat ride tour over lake Pichola with backdrop of sun set. Overnight in Hotel - Udaipur

Day 18 Udaipur - Jodhpur

This morning we visit the city palace complex, which houses a museum and a hotel. One of the most fascinating parts of the palace is the Mor Chowk (Peacock courtyard), with it's walls covered with a dramatic glass mosaic relief of dancing peacocks. We also visit the Jagdish Temple and Saheliyon Ki Bari Later drive towards Jodhpur, visiting en-route the famous Jain temple at Ranakpur. On arrival check in to hotel for overnight stay. Overnight in Hotel - Jodhpur

Day 19 Jodhpur - Jaisalmer

After breakfast enjoy some sightseeing where we climb up the majestic Mehrangarh Fort (one of the best preserved forts with modern techniques of audio guides) and explore the various sections within. We also visit the marble cenotaph at Jaswant Thada.

After lunch drive to our next destination where we reach the golden oasis called Jaisalmer. Here it appears as if a master-craftsman took one huge piece of sandstone and patiently carved out the entire city. Upon arrival check into the Gorbandh Palace. Overnight in Hotel - Jaisalmer

Day 20 Jaisalmer

After breakfast we head out and visit one of the most exotic forts of Rajasthan for the first half of the day, exploring it from every nook and corner and take some delightful pictures. For the second half of the day we explore the beautiful man made lake Gadsisar (the only source of water Jaisalmer had for years) & the royal cenotaphs at Bada Bagh. After lunch explore the market, and then drive towards the rolling sand dunes to enjoy a camel safari during the mesmerizing sunset over sand dunes. Overnight in Hotel - Jaisalmer

Day 21 Jodhpur - Delhi

Enjoy breakfast before driving east to reach Jodhpur airport to board your flight for Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi you will be assisted to the international airport for your onward journey home. Our tour concludes: We thank you for your patronage and look forward to travelling with you in the future.