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Perfect for travellers looking to explore India after trekking Nepal, this 15-day trip offers a colourful bookend to the pristine serenity of Nepal’s Himalayan mountains. Our expert CEOs will guide you through the unforgettable city of Nepal's capital, Kathmandu, before taking in the unsurpassed natural beauty and spirituality of India. From the ghats that line the banks of the Ganges in Varanasi to a 4x4 safari in Chitwan National Park, you’ll find ways to feed your spirit as well as your sense of adventure.
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Day 1Arrival dayArrivalTo explore more of Kathmandu, we recommend booking a prenight to enjoy the highlights which include world-famous Durbar Square, the King’s Palace, the burning ghats at Pashupatinath and the Boudhanath Stupa.
To explore more of Kathmandu, we recommend booking a prenight to enjoy the highlights which include world-famous Durbar Square, the King’s Palace, the burning ghats at Pashupatinath and the Boudhanath Stupa.
Day 2Get to know the beautiful city of Kathmandu
KathmanduGet to know the beautiful city of Kathmandu. Opt to get up close to the world's highest mountain by taking an Everest Flight. Later, drive to Pokhara.
Day 3Visit nearby Sarangkot for a sunrise walk…Travel out to Sarangkot for a spectacular sunrise over the surrounding mountains (weather permitting). The walk back down through farms and forest to Pokhara is wonderful and takes between 2-2.5 hours. Pokhara has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. With free time, opt to relax in a café, hire a boat and float around the lake, or shop for Nepali and Tibetan souvenirs in the endless stalls and shops. Opt to go paragliding over Pokhara and soak in the views by pre-booking the Paragliding in Pokhara extra when booking your tour.
Travel out to Sarangkot for a spectacular sunrise over the surrounding mountains (weather permitting). The walk back down through farms and forest to Pokhara is wonderful and takes between 2-2.5 hours. Pokhara has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. With free time, opt to relax in a café, hire a boat and float around the lake, or shop for Nepali and Tibetan souvenirs in the endless stalls and shops. Opt to go paragliding over Pokhara and soak in the views by pre-booking the Paragliding in Pokhara extra when booking your tour.
Day 4Travel to this UNESCO World Heritage Site…Travel through a belt of marshy grasslands, savannas, and forests at the base of the Himalayas. The region is home to rhinos, elephants, Bengal tigers, bears and leopards. In the evening, meet the local Tharu community and discover their culture.
Travel through a belt of marshy grasslands, savannas, and forests at the base of the Himalayas. The region is home to rhinos, elephants, Bengal tigers, bears and leopards. In the evening, meet the local Tharu community and discover their culture.
Day 5Explore the park on a 4x4 safari before…
Explore the park on a 4x4 safari before a walk through the village and rice paddies. Settle in for another night with your Tharu community hosts.
Day 6Travel to Lumbini and visit Buddha's birthplace
Travel to Lumbini and visit Buddha's birthplace. Enjoy an orientation walk and explore with some free time.
Day 7Cross the border into India and board…This is a long travel day to cross into India. Enjoy the changing landscape and get ready to learn about the history and culture of Nepal and India. Fun Fact: India is 15 minutes behind Nepal. Set your watch.
This is a long travel day to cross into India. Enjoy the changing landscape and get ready to learn about the history and culture of Nepal and India. Fun Fact: India is 15 minutes behind Nepal. Set your watch.
Day 8Enjoy a sunrise boat tour along the Ganges…With free time, walk the narrow alleys, visit some of the hundreds of temples and shrines or wander the Old City. Opt to visit the site of the Buddha's first sermon or sit on the banks of the Ganges watching life unfold around you.
With free time, walk the narrow alleys, visit some of the hundreds of temples and shrines or wander the Old City. Opt to visit the site of the Buddha's first sermon or sit on the banks of the Ganges watching life unfold around you.
Day 9Enjoy free time in this holy city…Travel by train and local 'tempo' to reach Orchha. Enjoy some time away from India's bustling city and gain insight into rural life.
Travel by train and local 'tempo' to reach Orchha. Enjoy some time away from India's bustling city and gain insight into rural life.
Day 10Arrive in Orchha and visit TarragramVisit Tarragram, a unique paper-making plant, set up to assist tribal women from the area. All the paper is made from recycled clothing and wood pulp. After enjoy free time in town. Opt to rent a bike or stroll along the river.
Visit Tarragram, a unique paper-making plant, set up to assist tribal women from the area. All the paper is made from recycled clothing and wood pulp. After enjoy free time in town. Opt to rent a bike or stroll along the river.
Day 11Enjoy Orchha's peaceful rural charm and visit…
Enjoy Orchha's peaceful rural charm and visit the Orchha Palace complex. For lunch, opt to take a cooking class and enjoy the fruits of your labour. Later, board a train for Agra.
Day 12Visit the iconic Taj Mahal at sunrise
Taj MahalVisit the iconic Taj Mahal at sunrise. Afterwards, travel to the "Pink City" also known as Jaipur.
Day 13Get to know Jaipur on an orientation walk…Visit the Amber Fort clinging to the surrounding hills and stop and take a photo of the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of the Winds. This famous building is in fact only an elaborately carved facade built to enable the purdah ladies in the zenana to watch the goings-on in the street below without being seen. Opt to watch a Bollywood film in the spectacular Art Deco film house — the Raj Mandir. Depending on the time of year, you could opt to see the city from above by pre-booking the Jaipur Balloon Ride when booking your tour.
Visit the Amber Fort clinging to the surrounding hills and stop and take a photo of the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of the Winds. This famous building is in fact only an elaborately carved facade built to enable the purdah ladies in the zenana to watch the goings-on in the street below without being seen. Opt to watch a Bollywood film in the spectacular Art Deco film house — the Raj Mandir. Depending on the time of year, you could opt to see the city from above by pre-booking the Jaipur Balloon Ride when booking your tour.
Day 14Drive to bustling Delhi and visit the India Gate and Connaught Place
DelhiDrive to bustling Delhi and visit the India Gate and Connaught Place.
Day 15Departure dayDepartureDepart at any time.
Depart at any time.
Traveller reviews
“The tour was well run and covered a large amount of area. It fit in well with the next tour I did which was the 'spiritual tour of India'”
“A great tour. Just the right amount of structure to smooth out transportation and lodging hassles, yet plenty of freedom to pick and choose activities, restaurants,etc. Just the right mixture of togetherness and independence.”
“I loved every moment! Our guide was always prepared, very helpful, transportation was always there for us etc.”
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