Accommodation

17 nights accommodation in 3 star deluxe hotels/resorts on twin or double sharing basis ( Please Note: Accommodations can be upgraded to 4 star/5 star/Luxury boutique hotels or your choice of hotels on request basis at an additional cost.) 2 nights stay in New Delhi, India 1 night stay in Agra, India 2 nights stay in Jaipur, India 2 nights stay in Varanasi, India 2 nights stay in Bodhgaya, India 1 night stay in Patna, India 1 night stay in Kushinagar, India 1 night stay in Lumbini, Nepal 2 nights stay in Chitwan National Park, Nepal 3 nights stay in Kathmandu, Nepal Check In: 1400 Hrs Check Out: 1200 Hrs Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.

Transport

Entire Trip, Including Airport Transfers, Sightseeing by an Air Conditioner Car 1-2 persons - Air-conditioned sedan car such as Etios/Dezire or similar 3-4 persons - Air-conditioned MUV car such as Toyota Innova or similar 5-10 persons - Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Others

Assistance during arrival and departure Sightseeing, excursions and activities as per the itinerary Cycle Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi Cycle Rickshaw in Varanasi Boat ride in Varanasi Evening aarti at the bank of River Ganges in Varanasi 1 Jeep Safari at Chitwan National Park 1 boat ride at Chitwan National Park One mineral water bottle per person per day All currently applicable taxes including GST

Meals

Daily breakfast at the hotel

Guide

English speaking local destination guides

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Others

Visas Fee (if applicable) Any International or domestic flights are not included Any personal expenses, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, alcoholic beverages etc. Any Monument Entrance Fee, Camera Fee Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions

Insurance

It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India.

Flights

Any International or Domestic Flights are not included

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Day 1 Arrival In New Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In New Delhi

On the day of arrival at the New Delhi airport, Alkof Holidays representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city’s bustling streets or wander its wide tree-lined boulevards to get your first taste of India. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2 At Delhi | Old & New Delhi Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Delhi | Old & New Delhi Sightseeing

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day sightseeing of Delhi. The National Capital of India, Delhi has been in existence since the 6th century BC. Start your sightseeing from the Rajghat, the memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Later, visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi. Afterwards, drive past President House, and India Gate in Edwin Lutyen’s Delhi. Thereafter, visit Humayun’s Tomb, built in 1562, commissioned by Humayun’s wife Hamida Banu Begum. Later in the evening visit the Qutab Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world, commissioned by Qutbuddin Aibak. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 Delhi - Agra (220 Km - 4 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Delhi - Agra (220 Km - 4 Hours Drive)

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Agra "The City Of The Taj Mahal". Upon arrival at Agra, check-in at your hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later visit Itmad-ud-Daulah, and Agra Fort. Evening is free for shopping of handicrafts as souvenirs from the market of Agra. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4 Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)

Early morning before sunrise our tour guide will pick you from your hotel and take you for a guided tour of the Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh. Later return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Jaipur. On the way visit Fatehpur Sikri - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Akbar in the late 16th century. After sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, proceed to Jaipur for overnight stay.
Day 5 At Jaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Jaipur

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day guided tour of Jaipur. Start you sightseeing with the iconic attraction of Rajasthan "Amber Fort and Palace", A UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Raja Man Singh in 1592 in red sandstone and marble. The magnificent fort comprises an extensive palace complex, divided into several sections. It stands on top of an easily scalable mountain, which is situated right next to the beautiful Maota Lake. The fort’s majestic appearance and its geographical advantages make it a special place to visit. After Amber Fort, visit Jal Mahal (Water Palace), City Palace, Jantar Mantar, The Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds), Albert Hall Museum, and Birla Mandir. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6 Jaipur - Varanasi (By Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Jaipur - Varanasi (By Flight)

After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to Jaipur airport to board a flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel in Varanasi. Rest and relax at the hotel, later explore the city of Varanasi, visit various ghats, sacred temples and the local market of Varanasi. Later in the evening attend Aarti on the bank of River Ganges. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7 At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)

Early in the morning, enjoy a boat ride on the River Ganges, followed by a visit to Akhara and see the traditional form of martial arts practiced there. Morning city tour of Varanasi, this includes a walk through the various sacred Ghats. Visit the sacred shrine of Kashi- Vishwanath (also known as the Golden Temple), and Bharat Mata Mandir, a simple temple dedicated to ’Mother India’. Later proceed to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhists, visit the Dhamekha Stupa, the Archeological museum and the Chaukhandi Stupa. In the evening attend aarti on the bank of River Ganges in Varanasi. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8 Varanasi - Bodh Gaya (260 Km - 6 Hour Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Varanasi - Bodh Gaya (260 Km - 6 Hour Drive)

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Bodh Gaya. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 9 At Bodh Gaya
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Bodh Gaya

After breakfast, head out for full day sightseeing tour of Bodhgaya, visit Mahabodhi Temple - The temple, named after the Buddha, is a sacred place for the Buddhists in Bodh Gaya, Maha- bodhi tree - The tree is considered holy since Lord Buddha attained enlightenment under it, after that visit Sujata Village, Niranajana River, various monasteries, etc. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10 Bodh Gaya - Rajgir - Nalanda - Patna (165 Km - 4.30 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bodh Gaya - Rajgir - Nalanda - Patna (165 Km - 4.30 Hours Drive)

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Patna. On the way, halt at Rajgir, to visit Gridhkuta Peak, at the top of Ratnagiri hill, where Lord Buddha preached many inspiring sermons, a Peace Pagoda has been built by the Buddha Sangh of Japan. Also visit Venuvanaram and Bimbisara Prison. Then drive to closely located Nalanda - the historical and religious place in central of bihar. In Nalanda - visit the ruins of ancient university; the site of Nalanda was one of the greatest monastic universities of the ancient world University established in 5th century BC. It is believed that Lord Buddha and also the founder of Jainism religion Lord Mahavir taught at this university for years. There is even a monument to facilitate Chinese traveler monk and writer Hiuen Tsang who studied at this university in the 7th century A.D. Later, continue your drive to Patna for overnight stay.
Day 11 Patna - Vaishali - Kushinagar (240 Km - 5.40 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Patna - Vaishali - Kushinagar (240 Km - 5.40 Hours Drive)

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Kushinagar. Enroute visit Vaishali, which is believed to be the first republic of the world, having an elected body of representatives hold special significance for Buddhist Devotees. The Buddha preached the Radha Sutra to the eighty four thousand faithful gathering here. Later continue your drive to Kushinagar. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day free for own activities or attend religious activities in the temples. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12 Kushinagar - Lumbini (160 Km - 4.30 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kushinagar - Lumbini (160 Km - 4.30 Hours Drive)

After breakfast at the hotel, visit - Mahaparinirvana temple , this is the place where Buddha passed into Parinirvana, also visit Rambhar Stupa where Lord Buddha was cremated. Later leave for Lumbini, crossing Indo-Nepal border. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel. Rest of the day free for own activities. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 13 Lumbini - Chitwan National Park (140 Km - 3.30 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Lumbini - Chitwan National Park (140 Km - 3.30 Hours Drive)

After breakfast at the hotel we drive to Chitwan National Park for our next adventure.

For a country known for its beautiful mountains, the gigantic flat lands of Terai that stretches throughout the southern part of Nepal provide a wholly different experience. A visit to Nepal remains incomplete without seeing the beauty of the Terai. The Royal Chitwan National Park, established in 1973, provides a great wildlife experience with its rich flora and fauna. The wildlife and the landscape are not as breathtaking as those found in Africa but still, the experience will stand out.

Chitwan is only 150m above the sea level. The place gets steamy from March-June, with peak temperatures reaching 43°C in the shade. Short grass makes Feb-May the best game-viewing season, but the autumn months are gorgeous, with Himalayan views, and in winter (December-January). Chitwan is pleasantly warmer compared to Kathmandu. The monsoon season (July-August) is intense, with pounding rain, swollen rivers, and luxuriant vegetation. While the rain isn’t constant, the humidity is all pervasive.

Upon arrival at Chitwan National Park, check-in at the resort. After lunch, you can indulge in some wildlife activities for the day as guided by the naturalist. Overnight stay at the resort.
Day 14 At Chitwan National Park (Jungle Activities)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Chitwan National Park (Jungle Activities)

Early in the morning, enjoy boating along the Rapti, which shelters around a 1/4rth of the world’s remaining fish-eating crocodile population. Later in the afternoon, enjoy a guided jeep safari to Bishazari Tal (20,000 Lakes) as well as a bird-watching experience, and spend some time in a local village travelling as the locals do – on a traditional ox cart. In the evening, enjoy watch traditional stick dance performances by the local Tharu people. Overnight stay at the resort.
Day 15 Chitwan - Kathmandu (175 Km - 5.30 Hour Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Chitwan - Kathmandu (175 Km - 5.30 Hour Drive)

After breakfast at the resort, leave for Kathmandu. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel, rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 16 At Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Kathmandu

After breakfast at the hotel, commence the sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Durbar square, Swayambhunath stupa and Patan Durbar square.

KATHMANDU DURBAR SQUARE: The durbar square with its arrays of temples, courtyards, monuments and the ancient palaces of the former Nepali Royals is located in Basantapur in the heart of Kathmandu city, the country’s capital. Chief attractions here include Hanuman Dhoka Royal Palace, the magnificent Taleju Temple towering more than 40 meters; Kumari Ghar, the residence of the Living Goddess, Kumari; the temple of Ashok Vinayak dedicated to lord Ganesh (elephant headed deity), and Kal Bhairav, the God of Wrath. There is a giant pagoda of ‘Kasthamandap’, a structure which is said to have been built out of a single tree. The name of the capital ‘Kathmandu’ is said to be actually derived from ‘Kasthamandap’.

THAMEL: After sightseeing tour of Durbar Square get on a rickshaw (tricycle) for an interesting 20-minute ride to the tourist hub of Thamel. Travelers and the locals consider it a tourist haven. Its filled with narrow streets, all lined with budget hotels, small shops selling everything from food and provisions to clothes, carpets, walking gears, music CDs, DVDs, handicrafts, paintings which make it an ideal place for souvenir shopping. The area also has some very good restaurants when you need to stop for munching.

SWAYAMBHUNATH STUPA: Said to be around 2000 years old, this Buddhist Stupa sits atop a hillock 02 kilometres west of Kathmandu overlooking the valley. The oldest written reference to the stupa dates from the 5th century, but it could have existed much earlier. Moreover, a legend has it that the stupa evolved spontaneously at the time of the Kathmandu valley’s creation. Swayambhunath is famously known as the ‘Monkey Temple’ owing to the presence of a large number of monkeys around the area.

PATAN DURBAR SQUARE: Located 5 km southeast of Kathmandu, the Patan city popularly known as ‘the city of artisans’ accommodates a magnificent square housing the palace buildings of the then royals, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples – a display of Newari architecture that had reached its pinnacle during the reign of the Malla kings. It is filled with wood and stone carvings, metal statues, and ornate architecture, including dozens of Buddhist and Hindu temples, and over 1200 monuments. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 17 At Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Kathmandu

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the village of Nagarkot from where you can enjoy stupendous views of the Himalayas, and Kathmandu valley or another option available is to trek to 14th Century World heritage temple of Changu Narayan, located on a high hilltop that is also known as Changu or Dolagiri. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 18 Departure From Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure From Kathmandu

After breakfast at the hotel, Alkof Holidays representative will transfer you to the Kathmandu International Airport to board the flight to your home or onward destination.

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Itinerary of your trip Incredible North India Tour With Nepal

Arrival In New Delhi

At Delhi | Old & New Delhi Sightseeing

Delhi - Agra (220 Km - 4 Hours Drive)

Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)

At Jaipur

Jaipur - Varanasi (By Flight)

At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)

Varanasi - Bodh Gaya (260 Km - 6 Hour Drive)

At Bodh Gaya

Bodh Gaya - Rajgir - Nalanda - Patna (165 Km - 4.30 Hours Drive)

Patna - Vaishali - Kushinagar (240 Km - 5.40 Hours Drive)

Kushinagar - Lumbini (160 Km - 4.30 Hours Drive)

Lumbini - Chitwan National Park (140 Km - 3.30 Hours Drive)

At Chitwan National Park (Jungle Activities)

Chitwan - Kathmandu (175 Km - 5.30 Hour Drive)

At Kathmandu

At Kathmandu

Departure From Kathmandu

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