26 Day India, Nepal & Bhutan, Tradition & Majesty 2018 Itinerary
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- Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals Drive past the India Gate War Memorial in New Delhi See the sandstone Qutab Minar Victory Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Visit the astonishing Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a symbol of India's rich history Ascend to spectacular Amber Fort with its gorgeous Palace of Mirrors Attend an elegant gala dinner in Samode, filled with delectable local specialties and great entertainment Enjoy a visit to the Gandhi Smriti, the official residence and a museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi Stand at the Buddhist Stupa of Swayambhunath, the oldest shrine in the world Learn more about the rich culture and hospitality of the Nepalese people at a village themed lunch with traditional favorites from a local farm Spiritual journey to Pashupatinath, one of the most sacred Hindu shrines in the world Special prayer ceremony and blessing from the Holy Lama in Boudhanath Elephant Jungle Safari in Chitwan National Park takes you to view wildlife in their natural habitat Tour the Pokhara Valley with its natural wonders including cascading Devi's Fall Travel to the spiritual mountain kingdom of Bhutan with its extraordinary scenery and striking monasteries In Thimphu, a blend of old and new, observe monks serenely strolling in their crimson robes Join Buddhists performing their daily rituals at the whitewashed National Memorial Chorten Drive to Punakha, ancient capital of Bhutan, pausing to view the astounding snow-clad peaks of Bhutan Visit Punakha Dzong, the most beautiful dzong in Bhutan with its towering whitewashed walls Choose to hike to the world-famous "Tiger’s Nest" on the face of a sheer cliff above the Paro Valley
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- Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed International flights New York-New Delhi, Kathmandu-New York Other departure cities available. Please click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges All intra-flights: New Delhi-Kathmandu, Kathmandu-Chitwan, Pokhara-Kathmandu, Kathmandu Paro & Paro-Kathmandu 24 nights accommodations
- 3 nights New Delhi 2 nights Agra 2 nights Jaipur 1 night Samode 4 nights Kathmandu 2 nights Chitwan National Park 2 nights Pokhara 3 nights Thimphu 1 night Punakha 3 nights Paro Hotel porterage All transfers and sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicles 58 meals: 24 breakfasts, 16 lunches, 18 dinners with wine (including 3 home hosted dinners, and welcome & farewell dinners) Bottled water provided during sightseeing excursions Services of English-speaking tour managers throughout Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring Active itinerary with unique cultural features Bhutan Visa
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- *Not Included:Prices do not include optional tours, India visa fees, Nepal visa fees and gratuities for guides/tour managers.
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Additional Information: Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers, but does include flights New Delhi-Kathmandu, Kathmandu-Chitwan, Pokhara-Kathmandu, Kathmandu Paro & Paro-Kathmandu.
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