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- Day 1 ARRIVE IN DELHI, INDIA Welcome to India! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
- Day 2 DELHI ? Your private guided sightseeing tour starts with an orientation drive to see the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, and the Presidential Palace. ? Afterward, take a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, a captivating local bazaar. Here, ancient alleyways are lined with quaint shops selling all sorts of goods and souvenirs--from silver and saris to spices and electronics. (B,L)
- Day 3 DELHI-AGRA ? This morning, explore Delhi on a private guided tour. Start at Qutub Minar, the world's tallest brick minaret. ? Next, visit Humayun's Tomb and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Delhi's largest and most prominent Sikh gurudwara (house of worship). ? After lunch, drive to Agra, where much of the city's impressive past is still evident in the majesty of her buildings.(B,L)
- Day 4 AGRA ? Meet your Local Guide for a special visit to the incomparable Taj Mahal at sunrise. This extravagant marble monument was built by Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial to his beloved wife, who died during childbirth. ? In the afternoon, a private guided tour brings you to Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by Moghul Emperor Akbar, this impressive fortress of red sandstone conceals the imperial city of the Moghul rulers and its many palaces.(B)Today's I-Time TipsExplore more on your own or join an optional excursion to Itmad-ud-Daula, the city's beautiful "Baby Taj."
- Day 5 AGRA-JAIPUR ? Today, drive to Jaipur, often referred to as the "Pink City." ? After lunch, visit Jantar Mantar and explore the City Palace Museum with its collection of paintings, carpets, weapons, and costumes. ? Lastly, visit Ladli, a training program teaching orphaned children valuable skills to keep them off the streets. Here learn about the project, interact with the children, and help them practice their English skills. (B,L)
- Day 6 JAIPUR ? Visit the legendary Amber Fort, known as the "Sleeping Beauty of Rajasthan." This fortress-palace was built entirely of white marble and red sandstone, and features intricate mosaics, carvings, paintings, and mirror works. (B)Today's I-Time TipsPerhaps, join a guide for a walking tour through old .
- Day 7 JAIPUR-KATHMANDU, NEPAL ? Fly to Kathmandu (via Delhi). (B)
- Day 8 KATHMANDU ? Start your day early with a flightseeing excursion to see Mount Everest. During the 50-minute flight, glimpse some of the highest peaks in the Himalayas including Mount Everest. You'll also gain a better understanding of Nepal's extreme geography.? Later, a private guided tour takes you to Bouddhanath, one of the largest stupas in the world and a focal point of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. ? Then, continue to Patan, formerly known as Lalitpur (City of Beauty). Here, stop in Durbar Square, the city's center of business and home to several Buddhist and Hindu sites.(B,L)
- Day 9 KATHMANDU-BHARATPUR-CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK AREA ? Your morning private sightseeing tour starts with a visit to Hanuman Dhoka, the historic seat of royalty. Then, visit the Temple of Kumari, residence of the Living Goddess and said to be constructed from the wood of a single tree. ? Later, fly to Bharatpur and transfer to your lodge on the banks of the Rapti River, your base for exploring Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B,D)
- Day 10 CHITWAN AREA ? Chitwan is a diverse eco-system and home to spectacular wildlife including the greater one-horned rhino, tiger, elephant, leopard, and sloth bear. You'll also have the chance to spot over 500 species of birds. ? Join your experienced naturalist for morning and afternoon game activities: choice of game drive, bush walk, or boat excursion. ? This evening take in a Tharu cultural performance at your lodge.(B,L,D)Today's I-Time TipsTake advantage of the lodge pool, relax with a book, or enjoy a drink at the bar.
- Day 11 CHITWAN AREA ? Continue exploring Chitwan National Park on morning and afternoon game activities with an experienced naturalist: choice of game drive, bush walk, or boat excursion. ? You may also choose to visit a nearby village to learn about local life.? Tonight, enjoy a special bush dinner!(B,L,D)
- Day 12 CHITWAN AREA-BHARATPUR-KATHMANDU ? Today, transfer to Bharatpur airport and fly back to Kathmandu.(B)
- Day 13 KATHMANDU Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Name: Independent Wonders of India & Nepal
Brand: Globus
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: City Stay
Start City: Delhi
End City: Kathmandu
Notes: All game viewing is done at your own risk. We will require a signed liability waiver prior to travel. The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays. In these instances, it will be visited in the morning prior to transferring to Jaipur.
Meals: Breakfast daily; 6 lunches; 3 dinners
