Best of India and Nepal

Duration - 15 Nights - 16 Days
Destination - Delhi - Udaipur - Jaipur - Agra - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Kathmandu - Delhi

Day 01 - Delhi
Welcome to delhii, Afterv arrival at Airpot you will be received by our representatives then you will be transfered to the hotel. Check-in time is 12.00 Noon.

Day 02 - Delhi
This morning you head out to the Old Delhi. Old Delhi came into prominence when Shah Jahan moved his capital from Agra to Delhi. The Red Fort that dominates this area is the landmark. Built in the mid 17th century by Shah Jahan, it was plundered by the marauding armies of Nadir Shah and later by British soliders. After visiting the fort, we arrive at the 300 year old chandni chowk market. A maze of lanes crowded with shops selling an extra ordinary variety of items and food, the noise and crowds are a quite essential part of any Indian market. We explore the market on a cycle rickshaw, our path leading us through lanes, each dedicated to a particular item, rather like a departmental stores. Leather wear, clothes, bridal wear, jewelry, and of course the aromatic popular street where food ranging from deep fried sweet meats to Paranthas - a bread stuffed with a variety of vegetables. From here we continue to the Jama Masjid or Friday Mosque. This is India's largest mosque designed by Shah Jahan and was his last architectural legacy. Originally it was called Masjid-I-Jahanum, which means "mosque commanding a view of the world". It is well worth climbing to the top of the southern minaret for an unrivalled view of Old and New Delhi.

Day 03 - Delhi / Udaipur
Morning at leisure. Drive to Udaipur » the City of Lakes. On arrival, and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04 - Udaipur
After an early breakfast, you will go on a daylong excursion to Ranakpur to see the 15th century AD Jain temples. The temple has29 halls supported by two hundred pillars rich in friezes and sculptures in varied styles. The Maharani Bagh Orchid Resort will provide a tempting lunch while you view a scintillating performance by the Bheel Tribals. Sun Temple will also be visited. Overnight stay in Udaipur.

Day 05 - Udaipur / Jaipur
Enjoy an early morning boat ride on Lake Pichola. Then depart for a city tour of Udaipur that includes the City Palace. Board the late afternoon flight to Jaipur. You are met on arrival and transferred to your hotel, which is an erstwhile hunting lodge of the Maharaja. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 06 - Jaipur
After an early breakfast, morning excursion to Amber Fort for an elephant rides to the hilltop fortress and the Kali Temple. Explore the city of Jaipur in the afternoon tour, which includes the City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal. Relish the typical Rajasthani dinner after the tour. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 07 - Jaipur » Agra
Check out from the hotel and drive from Jaipur to the walled city of Fatehpur Sikri. The city was built to commemorate the birth of Mughal Emperor Akbar's son, Salim who later came to be known as Jahangir. The fortified city was completed in 1574 AD, but was abandoned 14 years later. The red-stone mosques, courtyards, palace and Buland Darwaza are noteworthy. Later proceed to Agra » the city of the Taj. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 08 - Agra
After the breakfast, the tour of Agra begins where you will be taken to the Agra Fort complex. The palaces, the official meeting places, market for ladies, royal baths and the mosques are remarkable for their beauty and style. Look at the world's greatest monument of love, the Taj Mahal built by Shah Jahan in the evening. Sit there for some time to appreciate the real beauty of the Taj. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 09 - Agra » Khajuraho
Check out and board the early morning flight to Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh. Spend the afternoon at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10 - Khajuraho
The entire day is spent visiting the splendid temples of Khajuraho. The sculptures of the temples of Khajuraho are fixed on the wall niches specially made for them. The maidens in provocative postures, dancers, musicians and embracing couples are embellished on the walls of the temples. The temples of Khajuraho are the masterpieces of Indian Art. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 11 - Khajuraho » Varanasi
Catch the morning flight to Varanasi, one of the oldest cities in the world. Better known as Banaras, the city is the center of the Hindu faith. Afternoon is busy with tour the area and its any bazaars. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 12 - Varanasi
An early morning boat trip on the holy River Ganga has a mesmerizing effect. A drive I the afternoon to Sarnath, a place where Buddha gave his first sermon more than 2,000 years ago. The archaeological museum displays the Ashoka Pillar (264-226 B.C.), which is also the national emblem of India. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 13 - Varanasi / Kathmandu
Morning is free for leisure. Board the afternoon flight for Kathmandu. On arrival at Kathmandu, transfer and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 14 - Kathmandu
The day is busy with sightseeing of Kathmandu. Visit the colorful Darbar Square and the Stupas of Boudhnath, one of the largest in the world in the morning. We will take you in the afternoon on an excursion to Patan and Bhadgaon, two ancient cities of the valley. They are noteworthy for intricate woodcarvings and sculpture of the 18th century Nepalese architecture. The Nepalese folk dances are there for your entertainment in the evening followed by dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 15 - Kathmandu / Delhi
Spend the morning at leisure. Board the afternoon flight for Delhi. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Welcome with the Indian classical dance followed by dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 16 - Delhi
No tour of India is complete without visiting Delhi. A full day tour of Delhi will take you through the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat (Memorial of Mahatma Gandhi), the Ashoka Pillar and the Chandini Chowk Bazaar. After lunch, you will drive through the New Delhi, a city designed and built by the British in the 1920s. Visit the India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan (President's House), Humayun's Tomb and the Qutub Minar. After a farewell dinner, transfer to the airport for your international flight home.