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Delhi to Kathmandu
15 Days | Visit India and Nepal on an insightful and peaceful adventure
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15 days
Start
Delhi, India
Finish
Kathmandu, Nepal
Trip Code
HHSK
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - null
Physical Rating
Meals
4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Overnight sleeper train, Private vehicle, 4x4 Safari Vehicle/Jeep, Auto rickshaw, Cycle rickshaw, Shuttle bus, Train, Canoe, Bike
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Lodge/Guesthouse (3 nights), Heritage Property (2 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night), Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)
From £1,426(15 days)
Trip Informations
Travel from India to Nepal on an insightful overland trip from Delhi to Kathmandu. From reminders of the Mughal dynasty in northern India to the snow-capped Himalayas of Nepal, this trip will truly inspire. Witness the colour and contrast between the bazaars of Delhi, the jungle in Orchha, and the sacred Ganges. Be awed by the Taj Mahal and see the sunrise over the holy city of Varanasi. Come face-to-face with pilgrims, villagers, holy men, and generations of shopkeepers. For those wanting to travel by land between these two very different neighbours, this is the perfect journey.
Why you’ll love this trip
Bigger and more beautiful than any photo can capture, the Taj Mahal is a triumph of Mughal architecture that promises to inspire even the most seasoned travellers.
Learn to whip up some central Indian staples during a cooking demonstration at home with friends in Orchha; the perfect opportunity to experience an authentic slice of Indian family life.
See pilgrims praying and bathing along the ghats of the sacred Ganges River during an unforgettable sunrise cruise in Varanasi – one of India's holiest cities.
Stay in a lodge and wake to the calls of the jungle in Chitwan National Park, then embark on a safari in search of rhino, deer, monkeys, and a wide array of birdlife.
Spend a memorable night at Amaltari Madhyavarti Homestay – staying here provides sustainable incomes and encourages local communities to conserve the wilderness and wildlife around them.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip involves travel on public transport, covering long distances and consequently some long days of travel. Long-distance and overnight trains can often be delayed and occasionally cancelled due to heavy fog between December and February. Some patience will go a long way towards your enjoyment here. Sit back, relax, watch the scenery go by – a book or podcast doesn’t go astray.
We do our best to estimate travel times, but these can often change. That's just how it is in these parts and as a result, there's not as much free or independent time as on some other trips.
Nepal and north India can get surprisingly cold in winter, please pack accordingly so you aren't caught out! Speaking of the weather, it also has the potential to be very hot, depending on the season. Please make sure you check seasonal weather guides and pick a travel time that suits your comfort level.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Overnight sleeper train, Private vehicle, 4x4 Safari Vehicle/Jeep, Auto rickshaw, Cycle rickshaw, Shuttle bus, Train, Canoe, Bike
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Lodge/Guesthouse (3 nights), Heritage Property (2 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night), Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)
Activities
Delhi - Leader-led Old Delhi walking & rickshaw tour
Delhi - Visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque
Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
Agra - Taj Mahal
Agra - Akbar's Mausoleum
Orchha - Leader-led walking tour
Orchha - Ram Raja Temple ceremony
Agra - Agra Fort
Orchha - Orchha Palace
Orchha - Taragram visit
Orchha - Cooking demonstration
River Ganges - Boat trip & camping
Varanasi - Sunset candle flower ceremony
Varanasi - Leader-led Old City walking tour
Varanasi - Sunrise Ganges boat trip
Lumbini - Heritage Park
Chitwan - Village Bike Tour
Chitwan National Park - Park Entry
Chitwan - Canoe trip
Chitwan - Canoe safari, Bird Watching walk or Jeep safari
Chitwan NP - Tharu cultural performance
Kathmandu - Swayambhunath Temple
Kathmandu - Bodhnath Stupa
Kathmandu - Pashupatinath Temple
Optional activities
Delhi - Humayun's Tomb - INR600
Delhi - Qutub Minar - INR600
Delhi - Red Fort - INR600
Varanasi - Ram Nagar Fort - INR250
Varanasi - Sarnath - INR315
Kathmandu - Durbar Square - NPR1000
Kathmandu - Everest Scenic Flight (Including transfers) - USD240
Kathmandu - Rickshaw Night Explorer Urban Adventure - USD49
Kathmandu - Panorama Hike Urban Adventure - USD76
Kathmandu - Kathmandu Living Urban Adventure - USD66
Kathmandu - Explore Patan & Bhaktapur Urban Adventure - USD108
Kathmandu - Home Cooking Class Urban Adventure - USD60
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Important notes
1. This trip starts with a welcome meeting at 1 pm on Day 1 in Delhi.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 5 (Sleeper Train), Day 6 (Camping) and Day 10 (Homestay) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
Please provide your full name exactly as it appears on your passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport. Fees may apply for adding or amending details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases, you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
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