Others

Personal assistance during arrival and departure 1 rickshaw ride in old Delhi 1 boat ride on river Ganges in Varanasi Attend Ganga Aarti on the bank of river Ganges 1 canoe ride along the Rapti River at Chitwan National Park 1 jeep safari at Chitwan National Park 1 mineral water bottle per person per day All applicable taxes

Transport

All sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary 1-2 persons - Air-conditioned sedan car such as Etios/Dezire or similar 3-4 persons - Air-conditioned MUV car such as Toyota Innova or similar 5-10 persons - Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Accommodation

14 nights accommodation in 4 star hotels on twin or double sharing basis 2 nights stay in Delhi 1 night stay in Agra 2 nights stay in Jaipur 2 nights stay in Varanasi 3 nights stay in Kathmandu 2 nights stay in Pokhara 2 nights stay in Chitwan National Park Hotel Check-in (Timing): 1400 Hrs Hotel Check-out (Timing): 1200 Hrs Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.

Guide

English speaking local destination guides in Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Varanasi, Kathmandu and Pokhara Wildlife naturalist at Chitwan National Park

Flights

1 domestic flight from Jaipur to Varanasi

Meals

Daily breakfast at the hotels All meals at the resort in Chitwan National Park (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)

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Others

Flights - any international or domestic flights not mentioned in inclusions Visa fee (if applicable) Any monument entrance fee, camera fee Any kind of tips, personal expenses, laundry, or telephone charges Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions

Insurance

It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India and Nepal

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Day 1 Arrival At New Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival At New Delhi

On the day of arrival at the New Delhi airport, Alkof Holidays representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city’s bustling streets or wander its wide tree-lined boulevards to get your first taste of India. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2 At Delhi | Old & New Delhi Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Delhi | Old & New Delhi Sightseeing

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day sightseeing of Delhi. The National Capital of India, Delhi has been in existence since the 6th century BC. Start your sightseeing from the Rajghat, the memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Later, visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi. Afterwards, drive past President House, and India Gate in Edwin Lutyen’s Delhi. Thereafter, visit Humayun’s Tomb, built in 1562, commissioned by Humayun’s wife Hamida Banu Begum. Later in the evening visit the Qutab Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world, commissioned by Qutbuddin Aibak. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 Delhi - Agra (220 Km - 4 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Delhi - Agra (220 Km - 4 Hours Drive)

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Agra "The City Of The Taj Mahal". Upon arrival at Agra, check-in at your hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later visit Itmad-ud-Daulah, and Agra Fort. Evening is free for shopping of handicrafts as souvenirs from the market of Agra. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4 Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)

Early morning before sunrise our tour guide will pick you up from the hotel and take you for a guided sightseeing tour of the Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh. Later return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Jaipur. On the way visit Fatehpur Sikri - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Akbar in the late 16th century. It was abandoned after only 14 years, and the elegant buildings of this superb walled city remain intact to this day. After sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, proceed to Jaipur for overnight stay.
Day 5 At Jaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Jaipur

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day guided tour of Jaipur. Start you sightseeing with the iconic attraction of Rajasthan "Amber Fort and Palace", A UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Raja Man Singh in 1592 in red sandstone and marble. The magnificent fort comprises an extensive palace complex, divided into several sections. It stands on top of an easily scalable mountain, which is situated right next to the beautiful Maota Lake. The fort’s majestic appearance and its geographical advantages make it a special place to visit. After Amber Fort, visit Jal Mahal (Water Palace), City Palace, Jantar Mantar, The Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds), Albert Hall Museum, and Birla Mandir. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6 Jaipur - Varanasi (By Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Jaipur - Varanasi (By Flight)

After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to Jaipur airport to board a flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel in Varanasi. Rest and relax at the hotel, later explore the city of Varanasi, visit various ghats, sacred temples and the local market of Varanasi. Later in the evening attend Aarti on the bank of River Ganges. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7 At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)

Early in the morning, enjoy a boat ride on the River Ganges, followed by a visit to Akhara and see the traditional form of martial arts practiced there. Morning city tour of Varanasi, this includes a walk through the various sacred Ghats. Visit the sacred shrine of Kashi-Vishwanath (also known as the Golden Temple), and Bharat Mata Mandir, a simple temple dedicated to ’Mother India’. Later proceed to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhists, visit the Dhamekha Stupa, the Archeological museum and the Chaukhandi Stupa. In the evening attend aarti on the bank of River Ganges in Varanasi. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8 Varanasi - Kathmandu (By Flight - Via Delhi)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Varanasi - Kathmandu (By Flight - Via Delhi)

After the breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Varanasi airport to board a flight to Kathmandu Via Delhi. It is a panoramic thrill flying into Kathmandu on a clear day. The views of snow-capped mountain peaks sprawling down below you are almost ecstatic, beginning a whole chain of memorable experiences that stay with you for a long, long time. A representative and driver from the airport and escort you to your designated hotel. The representative will help you check into hotel. At the hotel you will be briefed about your daily activities. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 9 At Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Kathmandu

After breakfast at the hotel, commence the sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Durbar square, Swayambhunath stupa and Patan Durbar square.

SWAYAMBHUNATH STUPA: Said to be around 2000 years old, this Buddhist Stupa sits atop a hillock 02 kilometres west of Kathmandu overlooking the valley. The oldest written reference to the stupa dates from the 5th century, but it could have existed much earlier. Moreover, a legend has it that the stupa evolved spontaneously at the time of the Kathmandu valley’s creation. Swayambhunath is famously known as as "the Monkey Temple" owing to the presence of a large number of monkeys around the area.

THAMEL: Later, get on a rickshaw (tricycle) for an interesting 20-minute ride to the tourist hub of Thamel. Travelers and the locals consider it a tourist haven. Its filled with narrow streets, all lined with budget hotels, small shops selling everything from food and provisions to clothes, carpets, walking gears, music CDs, DVDs, handicrafts, paintings which make it an ideal place for souvenir shopping. The area also has some very good restaurants when you need to stop for munching.

KATHMANDU DURBAR SQUARE: The durbar square with its arrays of temples, courtyards, monuments and the ancient palaces of the former Nepali Royals is located in Basantapur in the heart of Kathmandu city, the country’s capital. Chief attractions here include Hanuman Dhoka Royal Palace, the magnificent Taleju Temple towering more than 40 meters; Kumari Ghar, the residence of the Living Goddess, Kumari; the temple of Ashok Vinayak dedicated to lord Ganesh (elephant headed deity), and Kal Bhairav, the God of Wrath. There is a giant pagoda of ’Kasthamandap’, a structure which is said to have been built out of a single tree. The name of the capital ’Kathmandu’ is said to be actually derived from ’Kasthamandap’.

PATAN DURBAR SQUARE: Located 5 km southeast of Kathmandu, the Patan city popularly known as ’the city of artisans’ accommodates a magnificent square housing the palace buildings of the then royals, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples - a display of Newari architecture that had reached its pinnacle during the reign of the Malla kings. It is filled with wood and stone carvings, metal statues, and ornate architecture, including dozens of Buddhist and Hindu temples, and over 1200 monuments.

Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10 Kathmandu - Pokhara (200 Km - 6 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kathmandu - Pokhara (200 Km - 6 Hours Drive)

After breakfast, visit Boudhanath before leaving for Pokhara.

BOUDHANATH: One of the oldest and the biggest Buddhist monuments ever built in Nepal; Boudhanath is a spherical stupa structure imposing at a height of 36 meters with three massive Mandala style platforms. Located 08 kilometres east of Kathmandu, the stupa with four pairs of eyes at the four cardinal directions is believed to be keeping watch for righteous behavior and human prosperity. Built on an octagonal base inset with 108 prayer wheels, the shrine is ringed by the settlement especially of the Tibetan refugees who entered Nepal in the 1950s. They have developed the place into a ’Mini-Tibet’ ever since.

Later leave for Pokhara: Once you reach Pokhara, check-in at the hotel. Pokhara is a remarkable place of natural beauty. At an elevation lower than that of Kathmandu, it has much more tropical feel to it; a fact well appreciated by the beautiful diverse flowers that prosper in this environment. The enchanting city with a population above 250000 has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panaromic views of the Himalayan peaks. The valleys surrounding Pokhara is home to thick forest, gushing rivers, emerald lakes and of course, the views of world famous Himalayas. The serenity of the lakes and the magnificence of the Himalayas rising behind them create an ambience of peace and magic. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 11 At Pokhara (Early Morning Sunrise Tour To Sarangkot)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Pokhara (Early Morning Sunrise Tour To Sarangkot)

Commence around 05 AM (or guide suggesting) for the sunrise tour to Sarangkot. This place is located 9 kms to the north west of Pokhara and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal. Conveniently perched high on the top of a ridge at 1,592m., the serene hill resort offers the spectacular panorama of the entire Annapurna range stretching from east to west and the unspoilt rural settlements just below those towering peaks. Viewing 700mts down from the top of Sarangkot you can have awesome sights of the stretching Pokhara Valley, Phewa Lake and many more. Drive back to the hotels for breakfast, then after commence the sightseeing tour of Pokhara city.

BINDEBASINI TEMPLE: Bindabasini Mandir is of great religious importance to Hindus living in the Pokhara region. It is a vital hub of religious fervor. The temple itself is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga, who is Pokhara’s chosen guardian deity. Durga, also known as Shakti or Kali has numerous manifestations and at the Bindabasini temple she is seen as Bhagwati, a blood-thirsty aspect of the goddess. Durga appears in the form of a Saligram. A Saligram, according to Hindu mythology is a propitious stone. It is said that the temple was created after the goddess ordered king Khadag Bum Malla to set up her statue here. The Bindabasini temple was then founded in BS 1845. Since its establishment, Bhagwati has been an object of worship here on a daily basis. Animal sacrifices are typically presented at the temple on Saturdays and Tuesdays. The Hindu festival of Dashain sees large numbers of believers coming to offer sacrifices at Bindyabasini Mandir. Indeed, there is little space for tourist during the festival of Dashain.

SETI RIVER GORGE :‘Seti’ means White in Nepali and that’s how the famous Seti River got its name with its flowing silver white water. It silently flows in the centre part of the valley carving out a wonderful Gorge. The Seti Gorge comprises the deep rifts of the Conglomerate Mountains carved upto 40 to 50 meters deep which could mostly be witnessed from KI Singh Bridge at Bagar, Mahendra Bridge at Mahendrapool market and Chinese bridge at Lakhan chowk.

DEVI’S FALLS : Locally known as Patale Chhango (or Hell’s fall), Devi’s fall is an amazing waterfall lying about 2 km south-west of Pokhara airport on the highway to Tansen. It was named after Devi, a Swiss lady who was swept away when the floodgates were accidently opened, never to be seen again.

GUPTESHWAR CAVE :The cave is probably the longest and attractive cave in south Asia which is located at a pristine location northwestern part of Pokhara district. Ancestors called this place as desolate Khatri Tara. At that time water steam used to come out from this place and some courageous youngsters used to go inside and catch fishes. In 1970, 1980 and 1982 a British Expedition Organization named British course Research Cave Expedition expatiated this cave and published about it in The Atlas of the Great Caves of the World. This cave is now a religious as well as touristic destination. Hindus visit this cave to worship lord Shiva- the superior god as per Hindu Mythology.

BOATRIDE AT FEWA LAKE: Spend a quiet time boating in the ultimate lake where the reflections of Mount Annapurna and Machhapuchhre range falls. You will also see a variety of fishes while boating. An island temple is located at the middle of the lake. Thick forest lies on the adjoining southern slopes of the lake. It’s hard to escape the draw of Phewa Lake and any visitor with even a few spare minutes should endeavour to take a boat out on the water to fully experience the wonderful views of the reflected mountains. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12 Pokhara - Chitwan National Park (150 Km - 4 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Pokhara - Chitwan National Park (150 Km - 4 Hours Drive)

After breakfast at the hotel we drive to Chitwan for our next adventure.

For a country known for its beautiful mountains, the gigantic flat lands of Terai that stretches throughout the southern part of Nepal provide a wholly different experience. A visit to Nepal remains incomplete without seeing the beauty of the Terai. The Royal Chitwan National Park, established in 1973, provides a great wildlife experience with its rich flora and fauna. The wildlife and the landscape are not as breathtaking as those found in Africa but still, the experience will stand out.

Chitwan is only 150m above the sea level. The place gets steamy from March-June, with peak temperatures reaching 43°C in the shade. Short grass makes Feb-May the best game-viewing season, but the autumn months are gorgeous, with Himalayan views, and in winter (December-January). Chitwan is pleasantly warmer compared to Kathmandu. The monsoon season (July-August) is intense, with pounding rain, swollen rivers, and luxuriant vegetation. While the rain isn’t constant, the humidity is all pervasive.

Upon arrival at Chitwan National Park, check-in at the resort. After lunch, you can indulge in some wildlife activities for the day as guided by the naturalist. Overnight stay at the resort.
Day 13 At Chitwan National Park (Jungle Activities)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Chitwan National Park (Jungle Activities)

The day will keep busy with varieties of wildlife activities spread over the day. In the morning, enjoy a canoe ride along the Rapti River. Let your mind wander and relax as you float on a serene trip down the Rapti River in a traditional dugout canoe. You will be able to spot crocodiles and other reptiles sunning themselves on the riverbanks, or admire the graceful lines of Ibises and other waterfowl as you travel silently and peacefully down the river. Also take an exciting and invigorating walk through the lush sub-tropical jungles of Chitwan. Our trained naturalists take you to prime spots to view deer, rhinos, sloth bears and other wildlife. They will also give you interesting information about the various plants and animals of the jungle throughout your walk, later get back to the resort for lunch. Post lunch enjoy a jeep safari for half day 4-5 hours inside the National Park + visit to crocodile Breeding Center, where you will learn about how they collect crocodile’s eggs and hatch them and send them to river. Overnight stay at the resort.
Day 14 Chitwan National Park - Kathmandu (175 Km - 5.30 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Chitwan National Park - Kathmandu (175 Km - 5.30 Hours Drive)

Post breakfast, leave for Kathmandu. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square.

BHAKTAPUR DURBAR SQUARE (listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO): A former capital of the valley, it was once a flourishing city on the trade route to Tibet. It has preserved its traditional character better than the other two cities, due to its more isolated location. It is regarded today as a classic showcase of medieval Nepalese town life. It is situated in the east of Kathmandu valley about 14 km. away. It today retains much of its beauty in ornate woodcarvings and in the famed Golden Gate.

Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 15 Departure From Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure From Kathmandu

Post breakfast, Alkof Holidays representative will transfer you to the Tribhuvan International Airport, to board a flight to your home or onward destination.

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Itinerary of your trip India Nepal Tour Package

Arrival At New Delhi

At Delhi | Old & New Delhi Sightseeing

Delhi - Agra (220 Km - 4 Hours Drive)

Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)

At Jaipur

Jaipur - Varanasi (By Flight)

At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)

Varanasi - Kathmandu (By Flight - Via Delhi)

At Kathmandu

Kathmandu - Pokhara (200 Km - 6 Hours Drive)

At Pokhara (Early Morning Sunrise Tour To Sarangkot)

Pokhara - Chitwan National Park (150 Km - 4 Hours Drive)

At Chitwan National Park (Jungle Activities)

Chitwan National Park - Kathmandu (175 Km - 5.30 Hours Drive)

Departure From Kathmandu

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