FASCINATING INDIA WITH NEPAL & BHUTAN

Upon arrival at Delhi International Airport, our representative will meet you and assist you in transfer to your hotel. Check-in at the hotel on arrival and relax.

Delhi - India's capital and major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its fold, the ancient and the modern. Delhi unwinds a picture rich with culture, architecture, human diversity, history, monuments, museums, galleries, gardens and exotic shows. Comprising of two contrasting yet harmonious parts, the Old Delhi and the New Delhi, the city is a travel hub of Northern India. Delhi is a bliss for history lovers.

After breakfast, proceed with Delhi sightseeing tour with first visit to Jama Masjid - the largest Mosque in India. Visit Chandni Chowk – oldest, biggest bazaar of Old Delhi. Walk up to Fatehpuri Masjid and enjoy a rickshaw ride till Red Fort. Here our driver will meet you and drive past Red Fort to reach Rajghat, a memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. An eternal flame burns on one side of this memorial.

Visit the Humayun’s Tomb - first garden-style tomb of India. The main highlight of this tomb, inspired by Persian architecture, is the four garden squares with water passage channels surrounding the tomb. Drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan - residence of the President of India and India Gate - an archway built in honor of the soldiers who died in World War I. Visit Qutub Minar built by Qutab-ud-din Aibak in 1193 to mark the beginning of Muslim rule in India.

Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

After breakfast, you will head to Agra. Agra - a wonderful former city of the Mughals, home to the famous Taj Mahal. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel.

After some relaxation, visit the Agra Fort - the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations.

Later in the evening, pay visit to the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal, which is one man’s monumental testimony to love, has become synonymous not only with this city, but with all of India. A mausoleum built by Shah Jahan for his empress Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj is the primary attraction of the city. Watching sunset over this iconic monument, is truly a sight to behold.

Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.

Post breakfast and check out, drive to the beautiful city of Jaipur, also known as the Pink City of India. En route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, Fatehpur Sikri was abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings including Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chishti, Panch Mahal and other palaces.

Continue drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Jaipur: Jaipur is a city known as the Pink City of India due to extensive use of pink sandstone in various buildings of the city. Its monuments showcase a myriad of architectural styles and its vibrant bazaars are famous for traditional handicrafts and jewellery. The ambiance of this city speaks volumes of the rich lifestyle of the Rajput Kings.

Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.

After an early morning breakfast, we’ll take you to the magnificent Amber Fort, the former capital of the royal Rajputs. Set on the dry, craggy Aravalli Hills, and surrounded by fortified battlements, the palace straddles two sepia-hued tundra hills overlooking Maota Lake. Ride up to this hilltop palace on a caparisoned elephant, passing through the ancient main gate where the Maharajas of Jaipur have entered for four hundred years.

Later, take a stop to photograph the beautiful Hawa Mahal or Palace of the Winds; a five-storied structure of pink sandstone with semi-octagonal and delicately honeycombed windows overlooking the main street of the old city. It was built in 1799 so that veiled royal woman could peer down unseen by the world through its 953 ornate stone screens. Also see the City Palace; constructed by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, this 19th century palace exhibits an exquisite blend of Rajput and Mughal architectural styles and features exquisite palaces and buildings. Next stop is Jantar Mantar, again built by Sawai Jai Singh II, which is an astronomical observatory exhibiting architectural astronomical instruments.

No tour is complete without a little bit of shopping. So in the evening, now proceed to Jaipur Bazaars to experience the local culture and explore the shopping hub Jaipur is famous for. Explore the streets and stores of Jaipur and take a piece of India back home. Jaipur is the central hub for shopping in India. The dazzling bazaars of this hypnotic city are flooded with textiles, footwear, ready-made garments, antique jewels, artefacts, bandhini print, carpets, pottery, marble curios and book, a mind-boggling collection of other exciting items.

Overnight at hotel in Jaipur.

Post breakfast drive to Jaipur Airport to connect flight to Varanasi. On arrival, check-in to the hotel.

Varanasi is a city located on the banks of River Ganga that is the 2nd largest river of India. Formerly known as Kashi and Benares, this city is around 3000 years old. It is one of the holiest pilgrimage sites of Hindus as it is considered to be the abode of Lord Shiva (God of Destruction). Every year, Hindu devotees visit this city to take a holy dip in the River Ganga that is said to wash away all the sins.

Overnight in Varanasi.

Your Varanasi sightseeing tour begins with an early morning boat ride on the River Ganges. Enjoy soaking in the spectacular sunrise views and later, return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, proceed to Sarnath - where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. It is the place dotted with various Buddhist pilgrimage sites of great significance. If you’re a devout follower of Buddha, then visiting this place is a must. Later, visit the New Vishwanath Temple also known as the Birla Mandir. Settled within the Banaras Hindu University, it is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva (God of Destruction). It took around 35 years to build this temple. Head to the Tulsi Manas Temple built by the royal family of Banaras in 1964. It is believed to be the place where the legendary poet Tulsidas wrote the great Indian epic Ramcharitramanas. Close to this temple is the Durga Temple (Monkey temple) dedicated to Goddess Durga (divine feminine energy). In the evening, witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti at the Dashashwamedh Ghat. It is a daily evening ceremony that has been practiced since thousands of years on the banks of River Ganges.

Overnight in Varanasi.

After breakfast, our company representative will drive you to Varanasi Airport to board your flight to Delhi.

On arrival, check-in to the hotel. Day will be free at your own leisure activity.

Overnight Hotel – Delhi

Today check-out from the hotel and transfer to the Airport. Enjoy a flight from Delhi to Kathmandu (Approx. 1 Hour ). Kathmandu (Approx. 4,600 ft) is the capital city of Nepal. It is a spiritual paradise for those with religious as well as spiritual bent of mind. Not only this, it is quite popular among adventure lovers and trekkers. On arrival, check-in at hotel.

Day will be free at your own leisure activity.

Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, you will gear up for an early morning excursion where you will enjoy a one-hour scenic mountain flight (extra charge) to the Himalayas, soaring past the iconic Mount Everest. (Moutain flight is not included in the tour price, Payable extra).

Keep your cameras handy as you can enjoy clicking amazing pictures of the Himalayas and the Kathmandu Valley. Return to the hotel and settle in for breakfast. Later, visit Swayambhunath Stupa (A UNESCO World Heritage Site) located on a small hillock. The stupa has been a hallmark of faith and harmony since centuries. It is believed to have been formed around 2,000 years ago. This sacred site of Tibetan Buddhists and Hindus is richly decorated with gold-ornate temples and vibrant prayer flags. Head to the Kathmandu Durbar Square (A UNESCO World Heritage Site) located opposite the royal King palace of Kathmandu. The construction of various royal palaces at this site dates back to as old as 3rd century. The precinct houses array of temples and other structures inspired from the Newari (derived from Newar - the historical inhabitants of the Kathmandu Valley) architectural style. A massive earthquake in 2015 hit this area, which is still clearly evident in these structures. Next, visit the Pashupatinath Temple (A UNESCO World Heritage Site) a sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva (God of Destruction) decorated with intricate wood carvings and architecture of the walls. It is the oldest Hindu Temple of Kathmandu and attracts thousands of pilgrims each year. Later, drive to the Boudhanath Stupa (A UNESCO World Heritage Site) - the largest as well as holiest Buddhist temple in Nepal. Dating to the 14th century, it is an important pilgrimage and meditation spot for Tibetan Buddhism. At the top of the Stupa are a pair of omnipresent Buddha eyes on all four sides, same as that of Swayambunath Stupa.

Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, check-out and drive to Kathmandu Airport to board flight to Paro.

Upon arrival at Paro, our company representative will greet you at the airport and assist you in a further road journey to Thimphu, the capital and the largest city of Bhutan. Thimphu also counts as one of the highest capital cities in the world by altitude (Approx. 7,375 ft.). Even after outside influence, the country has managed to be one of the most well-preserved nations both culturally and ecologically. The wealth of this city is its traditional monastic complexes, laid-back spiritual lifestyle and pristine surroundings.

On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Day free at leisure.

Overnight Hotel – Thimphu

After breakfast, your Thimphu sightseeing tour begins with a visit to King's Memorial Chorten(Approx. 9,350 ft.) - one of the most iconic monuments of Thimphu - built in 1974 as a memorial of Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (3rd king of Thimphu). Next, soak in the magnificent views of Buddha Dordenma, located atop a hilltop, featuring a 169 ft high bronze statue of Shakyamuni Buddha that is believed to spread an aura of peace and happiness to the entire world. Later, head to the Folk Heritage Museum (Phelchey Toenkhyim) built in 2011. It offers fascinating insights of the traditional Bhutanese lifestyle, rural traditions and customs. This museum distincts itself with its unusual settings. Visit the Sangaygang BBS Tower (Approx. 8800 ft.) that offers its visitors with panoramic views of the entire Thimphu valley. Spend time clicking photographs here. Also, explore the 12th century Changangkha Lhakhang (Approx. 8,000 ft.) that is said to be the oldest temple of Thimphu. It is a fortress like temple dedicated to Avaloketesvara (Buddha of Compassion). Enjoy bird’s eye view of the Thimphu valley here. In the evening, go for a walk from the main city to the Clock tower square and enjoy interacting with the locals on the go.

Overnight stay at hotel in Thimphu.

After an early breakfast, drive to Paro. Paro: The city of Paro (Approx. 7,200 ft) extends from the confluence of the Rivers Paro Chhu and Wang Chhu. It is a picturesque and historic town of Bhutan dotted with elegant, traditional-style, various Buddhist temples and monasteries dating back to 14th century and the most iconic landmark - the Tiger’s nest - a Buddhist monastery carved out into a 4,000-foot-high cliff in 1692. On arrival in Paro, check-in at the hotel. Day free to explore the city on your own.

Overnight stay at hotel in Paro.

After breakfast, head for Paro sightseeing tour with first visit to the Chelela Pass (Approx. 13,084 ft.). It is considered to be the highest motorable roads in Bhutan. Enjoy stunning and unobstructed views of the snow-capped mountains here. Visit the Rinpung Dzong (Approx. 7,500 ft.) meaning "the fortress of the heap of jewels") in Paro District, which served as a bastion against invasion. This dzong (monastery) is home to the state monks and is also the district headquarter of Paro. Explore one of the oldest and most beautiful temples of Bhutan - Kyichu Lhakhang built in 659 AD. End your day with a visit to the enchanting Tiger’s Nest otherwise called Lhakhang Taktshang(Approx. 10,000 ft). This is where Guru Rinpoche (founder of Tibetan Buddhism, and who brought Buddhism to Bhutan) arrived seated on a tigress and medidated in the 8th century. It is considered to be one of the most powerful and spiritual places among the Buddhists. Nestled on the edge of a cliff overlooking the lovely pine and rhododendrons forests, trekking here becomes quit challenging as the trail gets steeper.

Overnight stay at hotel in Paro.

After breakfast, our company representative will transfer you to Paro Airport to board your flight to Delhi. On reaching Delhi Airport, connect to the flight to your onward journey.