22 days tour

Himalayan Odyssey: Incredible India With The Last Shangri La

$ 6,400 .00 USD

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Himalayan Odyssey: Incredible India With The Last Shangri La

This tour includes:

Accommodation

21 nights accommodation in 3 star deluxe hotels on twin or double sharing basis ( Please Note : Accommodations can be upgraded to Luxury boutique hotels/4 star/5 star or your choice of hotels on request basis at an additional cost).

Transport

All airport pickup/drop-off, sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary 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

Meals

Daily buffet breakfast at the hotels.

Others

Personal assistance during arrival and departure. Sustainable development fee in Bhutan is included in the cost. 1 rickshaw ride in old Delhi. 1 boat ride on river Ganges in Varanasi. Attend Ganga Aarti on the bank of river Ganges. 1 mineral water bottle per person per day. All applicable taxes.

Guide

English speaking local destination guides during sightseeing.

Not included:

Insurance

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

Others

Please Note : Tour guides for specific languages, Italian, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, and Dutch, are also available on request basis at an additional cost Visa fee (if applicable) Any monument entrance fee, camera fee Any kind of tips, personal expenses, laundry, or telephone charges Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Flights

Any International or Domestic flights are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Himalayan Odyssey: Incredible India With The Last Shangri La

  • Day 1 Arrive At New Delhi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrive At New Delhi

      On arrival at the New Delhi airport, our Ramble Advisor representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the cityโ€™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 | New Delhi & Old Delhi Sightseeing
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      At Delhi | New Delhi & Old Delhi Sightseeing

      Today, 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 Lutyenโ€™s Delhi. Thereafter, visit Humayunโ€™s Tomb, built in 1562, commissioned by Humayunโ€™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 New Delhi - Agra (220 Km/4 Hrs Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      New Delhi - Agra (220 Km/4 Hrs Drive)

      Post breakfast, leave for Agra - The City Of The Taj Mahal. Upon arrival at Agra, check-in at your hotel. 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 Kms/5.30 Hrs Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Kms/5.30 Hrs Drive)

      Early morning before sunrise our tour guide will pick you up from the 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

      Today, embark on 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 fortโ€™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 Varanasi & Sarnath Sightseeing
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Varanasi & Sarnath Sightseeing

      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 โ€™Mother Indiaโ€™. Later proceed to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhists, visit the Dhamekha Stupa, the Archaeological 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 - Kolkata (By Flight)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Varanasi - Kolkata (By Flight)

      After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Varanasi Airport to board a flight to Kolkata. Upon arrival at Kolkata airport, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kolkata.

  • Day 9 At Kolkata
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      At Kolkata

      After breakfast, delve into Kolkataโ€™s majesty with the Victoria Memorial, then ignite your curiosity at Science City. Experience the cityโ€™s pulse via Metro Rail, followed by spiritual solace at Belur Math and Mother Teresaโ€™s Home. As evening descends, capture the cityโ€™s vastness from Vidyasagar Setu, explore the vibrant Chinatown, and lose yourself in the sights and sounds of a local market, soaking up the true essence of Kolkata. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kolkata.

  • Day 10 Kolkata/Bagdogra (By Flight) - Darjeeling (70 Km/2.30 Hrs Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Kolkata/Bagdogra (By Flight) - Darjeeling (70 Km/2.30 Hrs Drive)

      Today morning catch a flight from Kolkata to Bagdogra. On arrival at the Bagdogra airport, Ramble Advisor representative will welcome you and transfer you to Darjeeling. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

  • Day 11 At Darjeeling
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      At Darjeeling

      Early in the morning before breakfast, visit Tiger Hills located at an altitude of 8364 ft from sea level, to enjoy the view of sunrise fetching over Kanchenjunga Peak (subject to clear weather). Later on the way back, en-route Ghoom Monastery, and Batasia Loop. After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day sightseeing tour of Darjeeling, visit Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center (Closed on Sunday) & Tea Estate. Later, in the evening get back to the hotel for overnight stay.

  • Day 12 Darjeeling / Kalimpong (55 Km/2.30 Hrs Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Darjeeling / Kalimpong (55 Km/2.30 Hrs Drive)

      After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Kalimpong. Upon arrival at Kalimpong, check-in at the hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later proceed for a sightseeing of Kalimpong. Start your sightseeing with a visit to the Durpin Hill, wherein you can explore the magnificence of famous Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brang Monastery, that belongs to the same Buddhist sect as the present Dalai Lama. Later, visit various tourist destinations like Jelapla View Point, Pine View Point, Chitra Bhanu, Kalim Temple and Dr Grahamโ€™s Homes Complex. Also visit the Delo Hill (5556 ft), the highest point in Kalimpong. From here you can witness the entire Kalimpong, glorious Mt. Kanchenjunga, surrounding villages along with the Relli Valley on one side with the Teesta River on the other. Return to the hotel by evening, overnight stay at the hotel.

  • Day 13 Kalimpong / Gangtok (80 Km/3 Hrs Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Kalimpong / Gangtok (80 Km/3 Hrs Drive)

      After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Gangtok. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, visit the Tashi View Point - which offers a sweeping view of Kanchenjunga snow peaks on a clear day. Later continue your drive to visit Rumtek Monastery - one of the largest and most significant monasteries in Sikkim, perched on top of a hill 23 km from Gangtok. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok.

  • Day 14 At Gangtok
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      At Gangtok

      After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day sightseeing of Gangtok. Start your sightseeing with a visit to the Hanuman Tok - a temple complex located in the upper reaches of Gangtok, dedicated to lord Hanuman, and maintained by the Indian army. Also, visit Ganesh Tok, Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom (Closed on Sunday), Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Do Drul Chorten Monastery, and Banjhakri Falls and Energy Park. Later in the evening, get back to the hotel for overnight stay.

  • Day 15 Gangtok / Phuentsholing (230 Km/6 Hrs Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Gangtok / Phuentsholing (230 Km/6 Hrs Drive)

      After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Phuentsholing (Bhutan Border). Upon arrival at Phuentsholing, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure or free for own activities. Overnight stay at the hotel.

  • Day 16 Phuentsholing / Thimphu (140 Km/4 Hrs Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Phuentsholing / Thimphu (140 Km/4 Hrs Drive)

      After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Thimphu. Upon arrival at Thimphu, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure, later in the evening head out for an exploratory walk around Thimphu main street and market area. Overnight stay at the hotel.

  • Day 17 At Thimphu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      At Thimphu

      After breakfast at the hotel, head-out to enjoy the sightseeing of Thimpu, visit Pangri Zampa Monastery for astrology session, later visit the National Library - housing an extensive collection of priceless Buddhist manuscripts, the Institute for Zorig Chusum (commonly known as the Painting School), Textile Museum, and Simply Bhutan - a living museum and studio encapsulating the cultural heritage of the Bhutanese people. After that visit Changangkha Lhakhang - a fortress like temple and monastic school perched on a ridge above Thimphu, south of Motithang. Afterwards drive to Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang). You can pay your obeisance and offer prayers to the Buddha, the largest statue in the country and then walk around and take a glimpse of the valley. If time permits, visit the Kingโ€™s Memorial Chorten continuously circumambulated by people, murmuring mantras and spinning their prayer wheels. Overnight stay at the hotel.

  • Day 18 Thimphu / Dochula / Punakha (90 Km/2.30 Hrs Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Thimphu / Dochula / Punakha (90 Km/2.30 Hrs Drive)

      After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Punakha. On your way to Punakha, halt at Dochula pass (3100mts) for a photo break, this pass makes the drive from Thimphu to Punakha one of the most beautiful pass in Bhutan. 108 Druk Wangyel Chortens, built over the pass by queen mother in 2003 marks the pass more important than another passes. In a clear weather, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the highest mountains of Bhutan. Later continue your drive to Punakha. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later in the afternoon visit the most beautiful Punakha Dzong, which houses the most elaborated temple in the country. The Dzong, showcase the finest example of the arts and crafts of Bhutan. After that trek to Chimi Lhakhang, situated on a hillock in the centre of the valley, also known as the temple of fertility. A walk through the village near the temple will give you rare glimpses into the daily life and lifestyle of the villagers. Overnight stay at the hotel.

  • Day 19 Punakha / Wangdue Phodrang / Paro (130 Km/3.30 Hrs Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Punakha / Wangdue Phodrang / Paro (130 Km/3.30 Hrs Drive)

      After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Paro. En-route Wangdue Phodrang to visit Wangdue Dzong and the local market. Upon arrival at Paro, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

  • Day 20 At Paro
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      At Paro

      After breakfast at the hotel, hike to Taktsang Monastery or Tiger Nest. The temple is located in the sacred rock, which is believed to have been blessed by Guru Rinpoche in the 8th century. Legend has it that Guru Rinpoche flew to this site on a tigressโ€™ back to subdue a local demon. Thereafter, he meditated here for three months. Visiting Tigerโ€™s Nest temple will be rewarded with a breathtaking view and ones in a lifetime memory. It takes almost 2 hours to walk up at an average pace. Although the main building of the temple was destroyed by fire on April 1998, it rebuilt to former glory in 2001. The hike up to the viewpoint is worthwhile and fulfilling. In the afternoon, visit Ta Dzong, originally built as Watchtower, which now houses National Museum. Also visit Rinpung Dzong, Kichu Lhakhang, and Drukgyal Dzong. Overnight stay at the hotel.

  • Day 21 Paro - New Delhi (By Flight)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Paro - New Delhi (By Flight)

      In the morning as per your flight timing, our representative will transfer you to the Paro airport to board a flight to New Delhi, India. Upon arrival at New Delhi Airport, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel near the airport for overnight stay.

  • Day 22 Departure From New Delhi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Departure From New Delhi

      After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to the IGI airport, New Delhi to board the flight to your home or onward destination.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 80

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