Highlights of Northern India & Nepal
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Highlights
- Experience the highlights of two unforgettable destinations: North India and Nepal
- Visit all three cities of India’s famed Golden Triangle: Delhi, Agra and Jaipur
- See the magnificent Taj Mahal in the soft glow of sunrise
- Cruise the Ganges at dawn when Hindu pilgrims visit the holy waters
- See the mighty Annapurna mountains from a hilltop fort in Pokhara
- Search for wildlife on a jeep and canoesafari in Chitwan National Park
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- All breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners
- All accommodation
- All transport
- Entrances fees to Monuments and National Parks (as per itinerary)
- Ganges boat ride
- Jeep Safari (as per itinerary)
- Tour leader throughout
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We meet as a group for the first time at the hotel and, in the afternoon, explore the city. Beginning with New Delhi, we visit the tomb of Mughal emperor Humayun, which was built by his widow Hamida Banu Begam and is now a World Heritage site. We then drive past fine ...
Continue exploring the capital after breakfast, starting outside Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, before being guided through the narrow streets of Old Delhi, through the Kinari Bazar (or we can explore by rickshaw – additional cost). We finish the Old Delhi ...
Enjoy a full day to explore Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan and one of the most attractive cities in India. Built in the late 18th century, it is a planned city of broad sandstone avenues that were later painted pink. First, we visit the City Palace, once a Maharaja ...
We begin by driving to Agra via the deserted ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri. Formally the capital of the Mughal empire, this wonderfully preserved ghost town was constructed by Emperor Akbar between 1570 and 1585 and reflects his ideals in art, religion and architectu...
Rise very early to see the incredible spectacle of sunrise over the Taj Mahal – an experience you’re never likely to forget. The Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan built the landmark in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631. The New World Wonder is serenel...
On arrival in Varanasi, we transfer to our hotel. Rooms may not be available until midday but efforts are made to make it earlier if possible. In the afternoon, we visit the nearby Sarnath Temple. The main monument here is the Dhamekh Stupa, the spot where Buddha is believed to have given his first sermon. The evening is free to relax. Accommodation: Hotel Surya (or similar)
Varanasi, on the Ganges, is one of the holiest cities in India and a key destination in Hinduism: there are thousands of pilgrims, wandering holy men (Sadhus), religious leaders and casual visitors. Explore the narrow lanes and many temples or watch the Hindu ceremoni...
Board a private bus and make an early departure for Nepal. We drive across the northern plains, passing through a few towns and lots of villages. Leave our bus at the Saunali border and walk (approximately 1,640ft/500m) through customs and immigration to Nepal. In Ne...
Early this morning there is a short (optional) rickshaw ride around Lumbini gardens. The Buddha was born here, and the area is being developed into a place of pilgrimage for Buddhists from all over the world. Travelling east and parallel to the mountains, we reach Ch...
Chitwan National Park and the surrounding forest cover 356sqmi (923sqkm) of the terai and afford excellent wildlife-viewing opportunities. Here you have an excellent chance of seeing Indian one-horned rhinos, sambar and chital deer, langur and rhesus monkeys, mongoose...
Today’s journey to Pokhara is 87mi (140km) and takes four to five hours. We follow the gorge of the Narayani River and soon we are in the Himalaya foothills. The scenery changes dramatically from the forests and farmlands of the terai to steep, terraced hills. As we n...
Head into the hills after breakfast for even better views of the peaks. An early morning start is required for the clearest view, but once there, the whole Annapurna range can be seen with virtually no intervening hills. We start by driving (approximately 40 minutes)...
Leave early for the long drive to Kathmandu, along the Chinese-built road running parallel to the main Himalaya range. The distance is only 125mi (200km) but it is a slow climb through the mountains and ongoing road-widening construction along the route plus some bump...
We have today to explore Kathmandu and the valley. In the early morning, you could take a scenic flight to see Everest (this can be booked and paid for on arrival in Kathmandu; see the Extra Expenses and Spending Money section of the Trip Notes for costs). Today ther...
The adventure comes to an end this morning at check-out. Unless, of course, you’d like to join our exciting extension, in which you spend four days hiking in the Annapurna region, taking in magnificent mountain views as you pass through Gurung villages. This extension would commence from day 13, starting in Pokhara. Speak to your sales representative to book.
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What's excluded
- Travel insurance
- Visas and vaccinations for India & Nepal
- Single supplement
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If you or any other member of your party decides to cancel a confirmed booking you must notify Travelstride in writing. Your notice of cancellation will only take effect when it is received in writing by Travelstride and will be effective from the date on which we receive it.
Period before departure in which you notify us
From the date your Booking Confirmation is issued up to, and including, 90 days prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
- 89 to 52 days (inclusive) prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
- 51 to 31 days (inclusive) prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
- 30 days or less prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation, or after the booking has started
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Deposit can be transferred to a new booking which must be made within 3 months of the date the original booking was cancelled, and depart within 12 months of the new booking date. If a new booking is not made within this period then the deposit will be forfeited. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
- 50% of the total holiday cost. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
- 75% of the total holiday cost. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
- 100% of the total holiday cost.
For Polar holidays, the following cancellation charges will be made:
Cancellation period (before departure) - Cancellation Fee (per person)
Outside of 180 days - No fee if cancelled within 15 days of booking date. US $1,250 cancellation fee if cancelled 16 days or more of booking date.
179 to 120 days - Loss of deposit.
119 to 90 days prior to departure - 50% of the holiday cost.
89 to 60 days prior to departure - 75% of the holiday cost.
59 to 0 days prior to departure - 100% of the holiday cost.
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