16-Day India & Nepal Heritage Trail: Delhi, Taj Mahal, Varanasi, Buddhist Sites & Chitwan Safari

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of New Delhi and Old Delhi. Visit Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb, and enjoy a drive past the Lotus Temple, Rashtrapati Bhavan, and India Gate. After lunch at a local city restaurant, continue with the Old Delhi sightseeing tour, including visits to Raj Ghat. Drive past the Red Fort and enjoy a short rickshaw ride through the Chandni Chowk spice market.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Agra, the “City of Love.” Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. After freshening up, proceed for a guided tour of Agra. Visit Agra Fort, including the Moti Masjid, Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-i-Aam, and Diwan-i-Khas, followed by a visit to Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb. Later, visit Mehtab Bagh to enjoy the sunset view of the Taj Mahal. After completing the guided tour, you may enjoy free time for shopping or return to the hotel for overnight stay.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Agra Railway Station to board the train to Jhansi. Upon arrival at Jhansi Railway Station, our representative will meet you and proceed on a drive to Khajuraho. En route, visit Jhansi Fort, the Government Museum, and Rani Mahal. Upon arrival in Khajuraho, check in to your pre-booked hotel. The remainder of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Khajuraho. Visit the Western Group of Temples, the Eastern Group of Temples, and the Jain Group of Temples. After completing the guided tour, enjoy the evening Sound and Light Show at the Western Group of Temples.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Varanasi. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. The remainder of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

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Early in the morning, enjoy a boat ride on the River Ganges. Later, return to the hotel for breakfast. Proceed for a guided tour of Varanasi, visiting Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple, Shri Vishwanath Temple, and Sankat Mochan Temple-four of the most famous temples in the city. Also visit Bharat Mata Temple and Birla Mandir. In the evening, experience the Ganges Aarti ceremony performed on the banks of the ghats.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a guided tour of Sarnath, one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Buddhists. Visit the Dhamek Stupa, the Archaeological Museum, the Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Tibetan Buddhist Monastery, known for its peaceful and traditional atmosphere. After completing the guided tour, drive back to Varanasi. The remainder of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Kushinagar. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. After freshening up, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Kushinagar. Visit the Buddha Temple, Myanmar Stupa and Temple (Burma Temple), Buddha Ghat, and the Golden Temple. Other temples and stupas may be visited if time permits. The remainder of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Lumbini. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. After freshening up, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Lumbini, visiting the birthplace of Lord Buddha, including the Mayadevi Temple, the Ashoka Pillar, and several famous international monasteries in the area. The remainder of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Chitwan. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. After freshening up, proceed to explore the Tharu Village and learn about the unique lifestyle and culture of the Tharu people. Enjoy the traditional Tharu Cultural Dance performances as part of the experience.

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Early in the morning, proceed to Chitwan National Park for a canoe ride on the Rapti River, where you may spot crocodiles (Ghadiyal), and visit the Elephant Breeding Centre. After the morning game drive, return to the hotel for breakfast and some leisure time. After lunch at the hotel, enjoy an elephant ride to explore the jungle and observe wildlife. You may encounter one-horned rhinoceroses, various species of deer, monkeys, wild boars, bison, sloth bears, leopards, and the elusive Royal Bengal tiger. Our guides will assist in identifying different species of birds, plants, and other wildlife, and you will have opportunities to capture memorable photographs during the jungle safari/game drive. In the evening, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Kathmandu, with an en-route visit to Manakamana Temple. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, check in to your pre-booked hotel. The remainder of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of the Kathmandu Valley. Visit the sacred Pashupatinath Temple and the ancient Swayambhunath Stupa, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Explore the largest Buddhist stupa at Boudhanath, as well as Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square. In the evening, experience the Aarti ceremony at Pashupatinath Temple, a famous Hindu temple situated on the banks of the Bagmati River. You can also stroll through the nearby streets, explore the local markets, interact with locals, and sample some street food.

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Early in the morning, collect your packed breakfast from the hotel and drive to Nagarkot to enjoy the sunrise over the Himalayas, along with stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the Kathmandu Valley. Afterwards, drive back to Kathmandu with an en-route visit to Bhaktapur. Explore the highlights of Bhaktapur, including the Lion Gate, the Art Gallery, the Golden Gate, and the Palace of 55 Windows. After completing the sightseeing tour in Bhaktapur, continue the drive back to Kathmandu. The remainder of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Kathmandu Airport to board your flight to your next destination or home.