Kathmandu to Delhi Adventure
15 days
from Kathmandu to Delhi
From
$ 1444
Duration15 days
Perfect for travellers looking to explore India after trekking Nepal, this 15-day trip offers a colourful bookend to the pristine serenity of Nepal’s Himalayan mountains. Our expert CEOs will guide you through the unforgettable city of Nepal's capital, Kathmandu, before taking in the unsurpassed natural beauty and spirituality of India. From the ghats that line the banks of the Ganges in Varanasi to a 4x4 safari in Chitwan National Park, you’ll find ways to feed your spirit as well as your sense of adventure.
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Duration: 15 daysService level: Standard
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Starts in: KathmanduPhysical Grading: Light
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Ends in: DelhiAges: 12+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Kathmandu
To explore more of Kathmandu, we recommend booking a prenight to enjoy the highlights which include world-famous Durbar Square, the King’s Palace, the burning ghats at Pashupatinath and the Boudhanath Stupa.
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: Kathmandu/Pokhara
Get to know the beautiful city of Kathmandu. Opt to get up close to the world's highest mountain by taking an Everest Flight. Later, drive to Pokhara.
Day 3: Pokhara
Travel out to Sarangkot for a spectacular sunrise over the surrounding mountains (weather permitting). The walk back down through farms and forest to Pokhara is wonderful and takes between 2-2.5 hours.
Pokhara has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. With free time, opt to relax in a café, hire a boat and float around the lake, or shop for Nepali and Tibetan souvenirs in the endless stalls and shops.
Opt to go paragliding over Pokhara and soak in the views by pre-booking the Paragliding in Pokhara extra when booking your tour.
Pokhara has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. With free time, opt to relax in a café, hire a boat and float around the lake, or shop for Nepali and Tibetan souvenirs in the endless stalls and shops.
Opt to go paragliding over Pokhara and soak in the views by pre-booking the Paragliding in Pokhara extra when booking your tour.
Visit nearby Sarangkot for a sunrise walk with breathtaking views of the Annapurnas. Visit the Sisterhood of Survivors Project, a grassroots organization that trains survivors of human-trafficking to become certified paralegals. Meet some beneficiaries of the program and learn how to make Nepalese momos (dumplings) with some of the women before enjoying an authentic local lunch.
Explore Pokhara with some free time in the afternoon.
Explore Pokhara with some free time in the afternoon.
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Day 4: Pokhara/Royal Chitwan National Park
Travel through a belt of marshy grasslands, savannas, and forests at the base of the Himalayas. The region is home to rhinos, elephants, Bengal tigers, bears and leopards. In the evening, meet the local Tharu community and discover their culture.
Travel to this UNESCO World Heritage Site and enjoy an overnight homestay with the indigenous Tharu community. Experience their culture through dance and song, along with a traditional meal. Opt to go on a cycling excursion through the area.
Local meal with the Tharu community.
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Day 5: Royal Chitwan National Park
Explore the park on a 4x4 safari before a walk through the village and rice paddies. Settle in for another night with your Tharu community hosts.
Day 6: Royal Chitwan National Park/Lumbini
Travel to Lumbini and visit Buddha's birthplace. Enjoy an orientation walk and explore with some free time.
Day 7: Lumbini/Varanasi
This is a long travel day to cross into India. Enjoy the changing landscape and get ready to learn about the history and culture of Nepal and India.
Fun Fact: India is 15 minutes behind Nepal. Set your watch.
Fun Fact: India is 15 minutes behind Nepal. Set your watch.
Cross the border into India and board a train to the holy city of Varanasi, arriving at night.
End place: Varanasi
Day 8: Varanasi
Start place: Varanasi
With free time, walk the narrow alleys, visit some of the hundreds of temples and shrines or wander the Old City.
Opt to visit the site of the Buddha's first sermon or sit on the banks of the Ganges watching life unfold around you.
Opt to visit the site of the Buddha's first sermon or sit on the banks of the Ganges watching life unfold around you.
Enjoy a sunrise boat tour along the Ganges before walking along the ghats and exploring the old city. In the evening, return to the river for a sunset boat trip and see a different side of Varanasi.
End place: Varanasi
Day 9: Varanasi/Orchha
Start place: Varanasi
Travel by train and local 'tempo' to reach Orchha. Enjoy some time away from India's bustling city and gain insight into rural life.
Enjoy free time in this holy city and opt to visit Sarnath. In the evening, catch an overnight train to Orchha.
End place: Orchha
Day 10: Orchha
Start place: Orchha
Visit Tarragram, a unique paper-making plant, set up to assist tribal women from the area. All the paper is made from recycled clothing and wood pulp. After enjoy free time in town. Opt to rent a bike or stroll along the river.
Arrive in Orchha and visit Tarragram, a unique paper-making plant, set up to assist tribal women from the area. After, enjoy free time. Opt to witness an evening puja.
End place: Orchha
Day 11: Orchha/Āgra
Start place: Orchha
Visit the Orchha Palace complex to learn more about the ancient history of the city. Opt to become a chef for a day and learn how o cook traditional Indian food with a cooking class held by a local family.
Enjoy Orchha's peaceful rural charm and visit the Orchha Palace complex. For lunch, opt to take a cooking class with a local family and enjoy the fruits of your labour. Later, board a train for Agra.
Day 12: Āgra/Jaipur
Visit the iconic Taj Mahal at sunrise. Afterwards, travel to the "Pink City" also known as Jaipur.
End place: Jaipur
Day 13: Jaipur
Start place: Jaipur
Visit the Amber Fort clinging to the surrounding hills and stop and take a photo of the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of the Winds. This famous building is in fact only an elaborately carved facade built to enable the purdah ladies in the zenana to watch the goings-on in the street below without being seen.
Opt to watch a Bollywood film in the spectacular Art Deco film house — the Raj Mandir.
Opt to watch a Bollywood film in the spectacular Art Deco film house — the Raj Mandir.
Get to know Jaipur on an orientation walk and stop for a photo at Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds). Explore the impressive Amber Fort before some evening free time. Opt to watch a Bollywood film or enjoy a drink in a converted palace.
End place: Jaipur
Day 14: Jaipur/Delhi
Start place: Jaipur
Drive to bustling Delhi and visit the India Gate and Connaught Place.
End place: Delhi
Day 15: Delhi
Start place: Delhi
Depart at any time.
End place: Delhi
Inclusions
Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Sisterhood of Survivors Project, Pokhara Your G for Good Moment: Barauli Community Homestay, Royal Chitwan National Park Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Kathmandu orientation walk
- Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) visit
- Sarangkot sunrise excursion
- Chitwan National Park jeep safari
- Buddha's birthplace visit
- Varanasi orientation walk along the ghats and old city
- Ganges River boat trips at sunrise and sunset, including candle flower ceremony
- Orchha Palace complex visit
- Agra Fort entrance and guided tour
- Taj Mahal entrance
- Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal tour
- India Gate and Connaught Place visit
- Border crossing support
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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Transport
Train, Metro, Local bus, Charter bus, Private van, Auto-rickshaw, Cycle-rickshaw, Tempo, 4x4, Riverboat -
Accommodation
Hotels (10 nts), Homestay (2 nts), Sleeper train (1 nt), Deluxe air-con tents (1 nt)