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Duration: 19 Nights / 20 Days
Places to Visit: Delhi - Kathmandu - Dhulikhel - Lhasa - Shigatse - Tingri - Gyantse - Jaipur - Ranthambhore - Jodhpur - Udaipur
Day 01 Arrival at Delhi.
Company representatives will receive you on arrival at the international airport in Delhi late in the night or midnight. Transfer to your hotel. Relax.
DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now
a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the kaleidoscope - that is India. Overnight will be at Delhi.
Day 02 Delhi.
Start a full-day tour of Old and New Delhi after breakfast.
OLD DELHI - A sightseeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire.
Enjoy the cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk.
NEW DELHI - An extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun’s Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President’s Residence, Lotus Temple and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.
Day 03 Delhi – Kathmandu By flight (1 hr).
In time transfer to the airport for your flight to Katmandu. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 04 Kathmandu.
FAfter breakfast sightseeing of Kathmandu city, Swayambhunath stupa & Patan city.
Swayambhunath Stupa: Swayambhu, the Buddhist temple is situated on the top of a hill west of the city, is one of the popular and instantly recognizable symbols of Nepal. The temple is also known as the monkey temple after the large tribe of monkeys which guards the hill. This huge stupa is surrounded by other famous temples and gompas. The great thunderbolt which is known as vajra is on the edge of the stupa was built during the Malla kings period. On the top of the stupa is a gold-colored square block from which the watchful eyes of the Buddha gaze out across the valley in each direction. The question mark-like nose is actually the Nepali number one is a symbol of unity.
Kathmandu Durbar Square is a world heritage site. It's a complex of places, courtyards and temples, built between the 12th and 18th century, used to be the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. Kathamandap is one of Kathmandu's oldest buildings. It was constructed 800 years ago. From this ancient edifice Kathmandu derives its name. Basantapur is residential place of Living Virgin Goddess Kumari, where girl is chosen to be Living Goddess.
Patan City: Patan is separated form Kathmandu only by the Bagmati River and is the
second largest town in the valley. It is also known as Lalitpur, which means city of beauty. Patan has a long Buddhist history and have stupas at four corners. Like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square is also packed with temples. Most of these temples are built during the Malla kings period. As in Kathmandu, Patan also has an old royal palace built during the Malla kings period. There is a stone column holding up a statue of Sidhinarsimha Malla, King of Patan. Remarkable monument here is the 17th century temple of Krishna Temple dedicated to the Hindu God Krishna, entirely built on stone. Golden Temple is a Buddhist monastery with wall painting, 14th century statues and ancient scriptures. Mahabouddha, the 14th century Buddhist monument is an excellent example of terra cotta art form.
Day 05 Kathmandu.
After breakfast sightseeing of Pasupatinath temple, Boudhanath stupa & Bhaktapur city. Boudhanath Stupa was constructed in 5 century AD. Boudhanath is one of the largest stupa in the world and the largest in Nepal.(It looms 36m high and 100m in diameter). It is surrounded with prayer wheels that content religious texts. There are many Tibetian Buddhist monasteries in vicinity of stupa.
Pashupati Nath: Pashupati Temple is is one of the most important and world renowned Hindu temple stands on the banks of Bagmati River, between the airport and Boudha. This Shiva temple on the subcontinent draws numerous Devotees, sadhus and holy men from all around the world. Lord Shiva is known as the destroyer and creator of the Hindu religion and appears on many forms. Although Shiva is often bloodthirsty god, no animal sacrifices are made here. Outside the temple you will see numerous people selling flowers, incense and other offering materials. In-front of the temple there is a bull known as Nandi facing towards the temple. Only Hindus are allowed to enter the temple and you are not allowed to take photographs of the Lord shiva inside the temple. Bagmati River Bank on the side of Pashupati, is also a popular place for cremation. Just beside this temple lies Guheyeshwari temple.
Bhaktapur is also known as Bhadgaon or the city of Devotees, is the third major town of the Kathmandu Valley. Bhaktapur was the capital of the whole valley during the 14th to 16th century. Much of the town's great architecture dates from the end of 17th century. This town is also well known as Newari Architecture town. Bhaktapur rises upon the northern bank of Hanumante River. Bhaktapur Durbar Square (World Heritage Site) the place of the famous Lion's and Golden gates, the palace of 55 windows (12th century) the magnificent Chowkot Palace and Bell of Barking Dogs. The Nyatapola Temple (17th century) stairway leading to the temple is flanked by stone figures of deities and mythical beasts, each 10 times more powerful than the one immediately below. The Dattatreya Temple located nearby is dedicated to the three headed combination of the Hindu deties Brahma, Bishnu and Shiva. Overnight at The Radisson
Day 06 Kathmandu – Dhulikhel.
In the morning leave for the mountain resort of Dhulikhel.
On the outskirts the southern side of Bhaktapur, down to Banepa, towards the Tibetan border is a hill station called Dhulikhel. It is also famous for the short treks. Its population is Newar, although there are people of many other groups in the surrounding villages. This place was gathering point of hippies who even planned to build their own temple here. This place is also surrounded by Harisiddhi temple, Vishnu Temple, Krishna Temple and Bhagwati Temple, Shiva Temple and Famous Kali temple. People often spend the night in one of the lodges here to witness the sun set and sun rise. It is about an hours drive from Kathmandu. The view of Mount Everest from the resort is breath taking.
Day 07 Dhulikhel – Kathmandu – Lhasa.
In the very early morning, enjoy the sun rising in Dhulikhel. Then drive to the international airport for your flight to Lhasa. The airport at Lhasa is the highest airport of the world at a height of more than 3700mts above sea level.
Upon arrival check in to your hotel in the city of Lhasa.
Day 08 Lhasa – Shigatse.
Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet, has long been the seat of Panchan Lamas. Visit Tashilhunpo Monatsery, Shigatse's foremost attraction. Overnight at Shigatse.
Day 09 Shigatse – Tingri
Continue drive towards Tingri where a huddle of Tibetan homes overlook the towering Himalaya Range, have an eye feast of Mt. Everest.
Day 10 Tingri – Gyantse – Lhasa.
Today en route to Lhasa we visit Gyantse which is a typical tibetan style small village that houses the most famous stupa of Tibet – Kumbum. Also see the Yamdrok Tso – one of Tibets three most holy lakes. Continue towards Lhasa.
Day 11 Lhasa.
A full day sightseeing to Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple a
nd Barkhore Area.
Then boating on the Lhasa River by yak skin boat. In the afternoon, enjoy some leisure time.
Day 12 Lhasa – Kathmandu – Delhi
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After breakfast, get transferred to the airport for your onward travel to delhi via Kathamandu. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel in the city centre.
Day 13 Delhi – Agra.
Start for Agra early in the morning after breakfast.
Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire - giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat (seat of the Emperor). Today a visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices, of red sandstone and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint buggies, and that irresistible charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains. It is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously. A walk down the narrow bustling streets of the city will introduce the visitor to the wafting aroma of Mughlai cuisine.
Little needs to be said about the architectural wonder of Taj Mahal which is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.
Proceed for visit to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Return to hotel and relax in the evening.
Day 14 Agra – Jaipur.
Drive to Jaipur after breakfast via Fatehpur Sikri. The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience. It a veritable fairytale city and its "ruins" are in pristine condition... it's not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of its grandeur. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.
After lunch proceed for Jaipur and upon arrival see the local bazaar and the gems cutting and polishing center in Jaipur.
Day 15 Jaipur.
Proceed for a morning excursion to Amber Fort after breakfast. Elephant ride ascent to the fort.
Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his
descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression.
Continue sightseeing.
With its delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.
Jantar Mantar is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use.
The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. It is a five-storey structure of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.
Overnight will be at Jaipur.
Day 16 Jaipur – Ranthambhore.
Leave Jaipur after breakfast and reach Ranthambhor and check into your hotel The Tiger Moon or similar. Today we take you out on a jeep safari to spot the tigers in this region. This fabulous wild cat is seen mainly in the low grasslands and visits the lake occasionally to quench its thirst which being generally early evening time and that is the time we are there to view this animal in its natural surroundings. Apart from tigers you also do come across monkeys, langurs and alligators and a wide variety of birds.
Day 17 Ranthambhore – Jodhpur (By train).
Game viewing in the morning.
Post lunch session drive to the station to catch the train to Jodhpur. Upon arrival in Jodhpur railway station drive up to your hotel
Day 18 Jodhpur - Udaipur.
Today we see the majestic Mehrangarh fort, the stronghold of the Rathore princes from 1453AD. We see the superb collection of paintings and arms and ammunitions. The view of the city from the rampart walls is breath taking. Later on your way to Udaipur we take you on a safari to discover the hidden beauty of the desert life. Here you would be visiting the Bishnoi villages. Bishnois are a tribe that respects life in every form – animals trees and even dead branches. They are vegetarians and even in the villages they protect the animal life and don’t let anybody practice hunting in the vicinity of their villages. They live in a joint family system where the oldest member is generally the head of the family.
Then we would like you to witness the opium ceremony with the Patels – a rich tribe. It is a ceremony prevelant in this part of Rajasthan where the youth offers opium to drink mixed with water to the elders of the family when they come back from work in the fields. Later leave for Udaipur.
Day 19 Udaipur.
Visit the City Palace the richest palace museum in the entire Rajasthan. See the Peacock Square and the miniature painting school inside the palace premises. Udaipur has the prestige of housing the best miniature schools in the country under the royal patronage of the king of Udaipur.
Later, see the Sahelion ki Bari where Maharana Sangram Singh build this garden complex with fountains and lakes for his beautiful daughter.
- Daily breakfasts.
Day 20 Udaipur - Delhi
Leave for Delhi after lunch by flight.
Reach Delhi and you will be transferred to a local restaurant for your farewell dinner, as your flight will be late in the evening.
Meet your Tour Manager for a tour debrief and FAREWELL DINNER.
Proceed to the airport for flight with sweet memories of India.
- Overnight stay in the hotels.
Tour price includes:
1. Daily breakfasts and dinner
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2. All sight seeing and tours mentioned in the itinerary
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3. French speaking local guide wherever required
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4. Elephant ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur.
5. Overnight stay in the hotels mentioned or similar.
6. Ranthambhore hotel on full board for one night.
7. Air conditioned car with chauffeur (Toyota Innova)
8. All applicable taxes
9. Safaris for two days AM and PM in Ranthambhor Wildlife Sanctuary
10. Rickshaw ride in the old city of Delhi
11. Desert and village safari in and around Jodhpur
12. Opium ceremony in Luni
13. Visit to Bishnoi villages
14. Sunset cruise on Lake Pichhola in Udaipur
15. Airfare for sectors mentioned
16. Farewell dinner on the last day in Delhi before departure to international airport.
NOTE: VISA IS COMPULSORY TO TRAVEL TO INDIA FOR ALL FOREIGN NATIONALS.
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