Northern India & Nepal 2019

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Earth Journeys... created by Tauck and BBC Earth. Visit Kathmandu and Bhaktapur in the Himalayas... the Taj Mahal... Delhi... Mumbai... go on jungle safaris in Bandhavgarh and Chitwan national parks, and gain new insights into the natural and cultural worlds of Nepal and Northern India on one of our most exciting journeys.

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Earth Journey - created with BBC Earth
    • New Delhi
    • Kathmandu
    • Himalayas & Mount Everest flightseeing
    • Agra & the Taj Mahal
    • Khajuraho temples
    • safaris in Bandhavgarh & Chitwan national parks
    • Q&A with Sherpa climber
    • village volunteer opportunity
    • exploring Mumbai's Heritage area

What's this trip about?

    Earth Journeys... created by Tauck and BBC Earth. Visit Kathmandu and Bhaktapur in the Himalayas... the Taj Mahal... Delhi... Mumbai... go on jungle safaris in Bandhavgarh and Chitwan national parks, and gain new insights into the natural and cultural worlds of Nepal and Northern India on one of our most exciting journeys.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityNew Delhi, India
End CityMumbai, India

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Asia
  • India
  • Nepal

Attractions

  • Agra
  • Chitwan National Park
  • Delhi
  • Kathmandu
  • Khajuraho
  • Mumbai

Activities

  • Culture

Trip includes

    • On-tour film vignettes custom-made for Tauck by BBC Earth natural history experts plus other select BBC Earth touches Small group adventure averaging 20 guests per departure Stays at luxurious Oberoi hotels, in Delhi, Agra and Mumbai A morning visit to the Taj Mahal A three-night stay in Bandhavgarh National Park, one of India's most important tiger reserves, and a two-night stay in Nepal's Chitwan National Park Flightseeing amidst the tallest mountains in the world, the Himalayas, for magnificent panoramic mountain views including Mount Everest A meditation lesson with local monks in Kathmandu A Q & A lecture with a sherpa who has climbed Mount Everest several times Learning the art of dressing in a sari and turban for a special dinner A visit to the timeless and vehicle-free Nepali city of Bhaktapur, with centuries-old squares where you will mingle with potters and woodcarvers An optional community service project in a remote village Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted 41 meals (16 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 13 dinners); gratuities to local guides, service charges, admissions, taxes and porterage

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive New Delhi
Tour begins: The Imperial, New Delhi. A transfer is included from Indira Gandhi International Airport to The Imperial, New Delhi. Most international flights arrive between 11:00 PM and 3:00 AM local time, 10 1/2 hours ahead of the U.S. (EST). To ease the effects of jet l...
Day 2 Old Delhi, past & present
Discover not one, but two UNESCO World Heritage Sites today as you explore the centuries-old history and culture of Old Delhi and environs. Following a morning orientation tour of Old Delhi, visit Humayun's Tomb, constructed for the Mughal Emperor Humayan and other membe...
Day 3 Yoga & a flight to Kathmandu
If you like, enjoy a yoga class, then let your imagination take flight as you board a plane bound for Kathmandu in Nepal. Touch down for a three-night stay that celebrates the natural beauty and spiritual tapestry of this small mountainous country. Your family-run hotel ...
Day 4 Himalayas Flightseeing & a sherpa
Set off early this morning for spectacular flightseeing* above the Himalayan landscapes of Mount Everest - an unforgettable experience. Back on the ground in the Kathmandu Valley, explore Patan Durbar Square, where ancient temples and pagodas - both Buddhist and Hindu - ...
Day 5 Kopan Monastery, Boudhanath & Bhaktapur
At nearby Kopan Monastery the monks start their day in prayer and meditation; join them during a morning visit before heading to the colossal stupa of Boudhanath, encircled by images of Buddha and hundreds of prayer wheels. After lunch explore the medieval town of Bhakta...
Day 6 Fly to Chitwan National Park
This morning fly to Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the foothills of the Himalayas. The flora and fauna are particularly rich here. One of the few remaining populations of single-horned Asiatic rhinoceros lives in the park, and it's also one of the...
Day 7 Morning safari & bathing elephants
In an open-topped vehicle, head into Chitwan National Park for a safari and picnic breakfast. Later, watch the elephants take a bath in the river - and interact with them! After lunch enjoy a free afternoon or join us on a visit to a local village. MEALS : B, L, D LODGING : Meghauli Serai PORTOFCALL : Chitwan National Park, Nepal

Day 8 A mountain resort in Dhulikhel
t's possible to go on an early morning game drive before departing for your flight back to Kathmandu. When you land, head for your resort in the town of Dhulikhel, where the views of the mountains might just leave you speechless. Enjoy a singing bowl demonstration and a ...
Day 9 Fly to Delhi & on to Agra
A morning flight takes you back to Delhi for our drive to Agra, home to one of the world's most famous edifices - and monuments to love - the Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, as a memorial to his wife. A perfectly symmetrical building, the monument's m...
Day 10 The Taj Mahal & the Red Fort in Agra
This morning, explore the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a jewel of Muslim architecture renowned as one of the "wonders of the world," on a sunrise visit or after you have breakfast - or both! Next up is a visit to the city of Agra and the 16th-century red s...
Day 11 The Temples of Khajuraho
Fly to Khajuraho for an overnight stay. This small town is the site of a famous group of temples built between the 9th and 10th centuries by the Chandella Dynasty, praised by UNESCO for striking a perfect balance between architecture and sculpture; visit them today. MEALS : B, L, D LODGING : The LaLiT Temple View Khajuraho PORTOFCALL : Khajuraho, India

Day 12 Bandhavgarh National Park
Drive to Bandhavgarh National Park, a wildlife reserve where leopards, deer, jungle cats, wild dogs, and tigers live - although it is very rare to spot the elusive tiger, a master of camouflage. After lunch embark on a jungle safari in an open-topped Jeep for a chance to...
Day 13 A jungle safari & a village visit
At daybreak, drive with expert trackers into the heart of the Bandhavgarh Forest, one of India's most scenic areas. Keep your camera handy - the wildlife at home here include tigers, leopards, sloth bears, wild boar, jackals and a variety of birds. After lunch back at th...
Day 14 Safari Drives & Help Village Efforts
Enjoy a morning's jungle safari drive in Bandhavgarh National Park; in the afternoon, you can choose between further exploration on another jungle excursion, or lending a hand with one of several ongoing community projects alongside village residents. Attend an interactive cooking demonstration prior to dinner at your hotel. MEALS : B, L, D LODGING : Mahua Kothi PORTOFCALL : Bandhavgarh National Park, India

Day 15 Fly to Mumbai (Bombay)
Depart Bandhavgarh National Park this morning for a flight to Mumbai on the Arabian Sea. Formerly known as Bombay, Mumbai today is India's richest city: hip, multicultural, cosmopolitan, home to Bollywood and a thriving financial center. Arrive in Mumbai mid-afternoon, t...
Day 16 Mumbai's grand gateway & heritage sites
Begin today's discovery of Mumbai, India's economic powerhouse, with a visit to the famed Gateway of India, a regal arch built to commemorate the 1911 visit of King George V and Queen Mary during the British Raj; this colossal waterfront monument is sometimes called "the...
Day 17 Journey Home
Tour ends: Mumbai. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from The Oberoi, Mumbai to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Most international flights depart between 2:00 - 3:00 AM; you should allow a minimum of 3 hours for flight check-in. MEALS : B PORTOFCALL : Mumbai, India

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