Classic India and the Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal

You will feel the pulse of India on this tour and visit the spirituals reflections in Varanasi: a myriad of sights will feast your eyes on this tour in India. Nepal, dominated by echoes of Mount Everest, and, with over 70% of the total land area covered by mountains of the High Himalayas, will entrance you with the combination of beautiful fertile plains, artistic monuments, exotic wildlife and diverse cultures. These are the alluring and incomparable natural gifts of Nepal.

Season : Mid September to Mid April

Fatehpur Sikri - Agra

Day 1. ARRIVE DELHI

On arrival traditional welcome and meeting assistance at the airport. Transfer to hotel. In the evening witness Indian tribal and classical dances.

Day 2. DELHI

Sightseeing of Old and New Delhi Visit Jama Mosque, Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Qutab Minar, India Gate, and drive past the grand Government buildings.

Day 3. DELHI / UDAIPUR

Fly to Udaipur - Venice of the East. Built in 1559 A.D. and has been described as the most romantic place on the continent of India by Col. James Todd in his annals.

Day 4. UDAIPUR

Sightseeing of Udaipur - including the City Palace - The largest palace in Rajasthan and the Garden of the Maids of Honour constructed in the early 18th Century.

Day 5. UDAIPUR / JAIPUR

Fly to Jaipur - The fabled "Pink city". Rest of day at leisure.

Day 6. JAIPUR

Morning excursion to 17" Century Amber Fort. Scenic Elephant ride up the hill to the old palace. Later sightseeing of Jaipur visiting the Astronomical observatory (Jantar Mantar), City Palace and the lovely Hawa Mahal - the Palace of Winds.

Day 7. JAIPURI FATEHPURSIKRI /AGRA

Drive to Agra en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri - erstwhile capital city of the mighty Mughal Empire. On arrival check-in at hotel. In the evening a lecture on Mughal history.

Day 8. AGRA

Sightseeing of Agra - Visit world's greatest monument of love - Taj Mahal, and Agra Fort.

Day 9. AGRA / KHAJURAHO

Fly to Khajuraho. Later sightseeing of world famous erotic Khajuraho temples - 85 carved and ornamented temples celebrating life in all its phases, including depictions from the erotic Karma Sutra. optional visit to Ayurvedic Spa for a herbal massage.

Day 10. KHAJURAHOI VARANASI

Fly to Varanasi. Evening visit special prayer ceremony with the lamps on the banks of River Ganges.

Day 11. VARANASI

Early morning boat ride on river Ganges - Hundreds of devout Hindus descend on the holy waters of Ganges for purification. You see ancient Temples near the river, Pilgrims performing yoga and be awed by the burning Ghats. Later leave for day return excursion of Sarnath, the holy town where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon over 2000 years ago.

Day 12. VARANASI/ KATHMANDU Fly to Kathmandu - Ancient capital of Nepal, and the abode of Gods. In the evening enjoy a performance of Nepalese folk and tribal dances.
	Statue of Goddess Kali in Nepal

Day l3. KATHMANDU

Sightseeing of Kathmandu with its numerous bazaars and Royal Palace. Also visit 2000 Years old Swambhunath Stupa and several other monuments. Evening a lecture on the history and traditions of Nepal.

Day l4. KATHMANDU/ POKHARA

Drive or fly westwards to Pokhara - A beautiful valley surrounded by hills, lakes, forests and rivers which also serves as base for several Himalayan treks.

Day 15. POKHARA

Take full day excursion around Pokhara lakes and Seti gorge where the river flows underground for about a kilometre.

Day 16. POKHARA/ KATIHMANDU

Drive or fly back to Kathmandu. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day 17. KATHMANDU/ DELHI

Transfer to airport for flight to Delhi. In the evening farewell dinner.

Day 18. DEPART DELHI

Transfer to international airport for flight back home.