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From Kathmandu to Varanasi
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  • Boudhanath Stupa at sunset surrounded by vibrant crowds and colorful prayer flags.
  • White stupa surrounded by prayer flags and dense urban rooftops of Kathmandu.
  • Historic temples and intricate pagodas dominate Patan Durbar Square under bright clouds.
  • India Gate monument silhouettes against colorful evening sky framed by blooming gardens.
  • Iconic white marble Taj Mahal reflected in a long pool with manicured gardens and a clear blue sky
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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
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Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 48
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Kathmandu

    Kathmandu
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights)

    Included Activities

    • Airport transfer to hotel
  3. Day 2

    Kathmandu

    Kathmandu
    Meals
    Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Swayambhunath shrine
    • Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square
    • Visit Patan Durbar Square
    • Visit Krishna Temple
    • Visit Golden Temple
    • Visit Tibetan Refugee Camp and Jawalakhel Handicraft Centre

    Optional Activities

    • Purchase traditional Tibetan handicrafts at Jawalakhel Handicraft Centre
    Landmarks
    Swayambhunath
    Kathmandu Durbar Square
    Hanuman Dhoka Palace Complex
    Mahadev Temple
    House of the Goddess Kumari
    Taleju Temple
    Patan Durbar Square
    Krishna Temple
    Golden Temple
    Jawalakhel Handicraft Centre
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  4. Day 3

    Bhaktapur

    Bhaktapur
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square
    • Pottery workshop in Bhaktapur

    Optional Activities

    • Sample Juju Dhau yogurt treat
    • Attend Aarti ceremony at Pashupatinath Temple
    Landmarks
    Bhaktapur Durbar Square
    Pashupatinath Temple
    Bagmati River
  5. Day 4

    Kathmandu to Delhi

    Kathmandu to Delhi
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Park Plaza CBD Shahdara)

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Kathmandu to Delhi
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 5

    Delhi

    Delhi
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Radisson Blu Towers)

    Included Activities

    • Rickshaw ride through Old Delhi
    • Visit Red Fort
    • Visit Jama Masjid
    • Visit Raj Ghat memorial
    • Visit Agrasen Ki Baoli

    Optional Activities

    • Optional Experiences (not specified)
    Landmarks
    Red Fort
    Chandni Chowk
    Jama Masjid
    Raj Ghat
    Agrasen Ki Baoli
  7. Day 6

    Delhi

    Delhi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Radisson Blu Towers)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour with Salaam Baalak Trust
    • Walk through Paharganj bazaar
    • Visit Humayun's Tomb
    • Visit Qutub Minar complex
    • Drive past Lutyens' Delhi

    Optional Activities

    • Optional Experiences (not specified)
    Landmarks
    Salaam Baalak Trust
    Paharganj
    Humayun's Tomb
    India Gate
    Qutub Minar
  8. Day 7

    Delhi to Agra

    Delhi to Agra
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Saura Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Taj Mahal at sunset

    Optional Activities

    • Sound and light show at Taj Mahal (prior to dinner)
    Landmarks
    Taj Mahal
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 8

    Agra

    Agra
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Shergarh Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Agra Fort
    • Visit Fatehpur Sikri
    • Train journey to Ranthambore
    Landmarks
    Agra Fort
    Fatehpur Sikri
    Bharatpur
  10. Day 9

    Ranthambore

    Ranthambore
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Shergarh Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Early morning game drive in Ranthambore National Park
    • Visit Dhonk Textile Studio
    Landmarks
    Ranthambore National Park
  11. Day 10

    Ranthambore to Jaipur

    Ranthambore to Jaipur
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner at Jaideo and Devika's guesthouse featuring traditional dishes like daal, laal maans, bati, and phenni)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Club Mahindra Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Hand-block printing workshop
    • Visit local market in Jaipur
    • Be My Guest experience at Jaideo and Devika's guesthouse
    Landmarks
    Jaipur Local Market
  12. Day 11

    Jaipur

    Jaipur
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Club Mahindra Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Palace of Winds
    • Visit Amber Fort
    • Visit City Palace
    • Visit Jantar Mantar Observatory

    Optional Activities

    • Aarti ceremony at a Hindu temple
    Landmarks
    Palace of Winds
    Amber Fort
    City Palace
    Jantar Mantar
  13. Day 12

    Jaipur to Varanasi

    Jaipur to Varanasi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Madin)

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Jaipur to Varanasi
    • City sightseeing of temples and ghats
    • Ganges river cruise with Aarti ceremony
    Landmarks
    River Ganges
    Itinerary Image 1
  14. Day 13

    Varanasi

    Varanasi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Madin)

    Included Activities

    • Early morning boat ride on the Ganges
    • Heritage walk through Varanasi
    • Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
    • Visit Sarnath
    • Meet local weavers at Weavers Village

    Optional Activities

    • Indian classical dance performance
    Landmarks
    Kashi Vishwanath Temple
    Sarnath
  15. Day 14

    Varanasi

    Varanasi
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Airport transfer

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  • Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights

    Hotel
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  • Park Plaza CBD Shahdara

    Hotel
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  • Radisson Blu Towers

    Hotel
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    day 7

  • The Shergarh Resort

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  • Club Mahindra Resort

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