22-Day India, Nepal & Bhutan Cultural Odyssey: Taj Mahal to Tiger's Nest

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

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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 sightseeing tour of Agra. Visit Agra Fort, including Moti Masjid, the Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-i-Aam, and Diwan-i-Khas. Continue to Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb, followed by a visit to Mehtab Bagh to enjoy the sunset view of the Taj Mahal. After completing the guided tour, enjoy free time for shopping or return to your hotel.

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Early in the morning, before breakfast, visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, one of the world’s most beautiful and iconic monuments (closed on Fridays). After completing the guided tour of the Taj Mahal, return to your hotel for breakfast. Later, proceed for a guided sightseeing tour of Agra. Visit Agra Fort, including Moti Masjid, the 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 the sightseeing tour, enjoy free time for shopping or return to your hotel.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Jaipur, the “Pink City.” En route, visit Fatehpur Sikri, the historic deserted city built by the Mughal Empire in 1571. Explore the Tomb of Salim Chishti, Buland Darwaza, Diwan-i-Khas, and Panch Mahal. After completing the sightseeing tour at Fatehpur Sikri, continue your drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Jaipur. Visit Amber Fort, with an elephant ride or jeep ride (subject to availability). Optional visits to Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort can be arranged if time permits. Continue to the City Palace and Jantar Mantar, and drive past Jal Mahal and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). Also visit the Birla Temple. After completing the guided tour, enjoy free time for shopping or return to your hotel.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to New Delhi. En route, visit the Rail Museum at Rewari and enjoy tea, coffee, and snacks. Upon arrival in New Delhi, check in to your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to New Delhi Airport to board your flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport, our G Experiences representative will assist you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure 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 Swayambhunath, one of the most ancient sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Boudhanath Stupa, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal, followed by visits to Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square. In the evening, enjoy the Aarti ceremony at Pashupatinath Temple, a renowned Hindu temple located on the banks of the Bagmati River. Later, take a walk through the nearby streets to explore local markets, interact with locals, and sample 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 view over the Himalayas, along with panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley. Later, drive back toward Kathmandu, en route visiting Bhaktapur. Explore the Lion Gate, Art Gallery, Golden Gate, and the Palace of 55 Windows. After completing the sightseeing tour in Bhaktapur, continue your drive back to Kathmandu. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Chitwan National Park. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. After freshening up, proceed to explore a Tharu Village and learn about the unique lifestyle and culture of the Tharu community. Enjoy the traditional Tharu cultural dance performances in the evening.

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Early in the morning, before breakfast, proceed to Chitwan National Park for a canoe ride on the Rapti River, where you may spot crocodiles (Gharial). Visit the Elephant Breeding Centre during the morning excursion. After the morning game drive, return to your hotel for breakfast and some leisure time. After lunch at the hotel, enjoy an elephant ride to explore the jungle and its wildlife. You may encounter the one-horned rhinoceros, deer, monkeys, wild boar, bison, sloth bear, leopard, and even the elusive Royal Bengal tiger. Our guides will help you identify various species of birds, plants, and other wildlife, giving you opportunities to capture amazing photographs during the jungle safari/game drive. Return to your hotel in the evening for an overnight stay.

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

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Early in the morning, before breakfast, drive to Sarangkot to enjoy the breathtaking views of the Annapurna range, Machhapuchhare, Himchuli, Manaslu, and other Himalayan peaks. Return to your hotel for breakfast and some leisure time. After freshening up, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Pokhara. Visit Phewa Lake, Begnas Lake, Mahendra Cave, Seti River Gorge, Barahi Temple, the Mountain Museum, World Peace Pagoda, and other popular attractions. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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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 rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Kathmandu Airport to board your flight to Paro. Upon arrival at Paro Airport, our representative will assist you and drive you to Thimphu. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. After freshening up, enjoy a walk through the nearby streets, visit local markets, sample street food, and interact with the local people. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Thimphu. Visit the National Memorial Chorten (built in memory of the third King of Bhutan, who reigned from 1952-1972), Buddha Dordenma, Tashichho Dzong, BBS Tower, Government-run Handicraft Emporium, Folk Heritage Museum, National Textile Museum, National Institute of Traditional Medicine (outside view), and the Thimphu Zoo. Please note that some landmarks may be closed on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays). The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Punakha, en route visiting Dochula Pass (3,050 m), which offers some of the most breathtaking views of Bhutan. Upon arrival in Punakha, check in to your pre-booked hotel. After freshening up, enjoy a walk through the nearby streets, explore local markets, sample street food, and interact with the local people. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Punakha. Visit Punakha Dzong and Lingkana Palace, strategically built at the confluence of the Pho Chu (male) and Mo Chu (female) rivers by the first Shabdrung of Bhutan, Ngawang Namgyel, in 1637. Continue to Talo Monastery and Nalanda Buddhist Institute, where you can meet Buddhist monks and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding mountains. After completing the guided tour, enjoy free time for shopping or return to your hotel.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Paro, with an en-route stop at Wangdue Phodrang to visit Wangdue Dzong and the local market. After completing your visit to Wangdue Phodrang, continue the drive to Paro, visiting Druk Wangyel Monastery, Dochula Chorten, and Simtokha Dzong along the way. Upon arrival in Paro, check in to your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Paro. Visit the National Museum (Ta Dzong), followed by a leisurely walk to Rinpung Dzong. Continue to Drukgyel Dzong, a historic fortress where the Bhutanese successfully resisted several invasions by the Tibetan army. Later, visit the famous Paro Taktsang, a sacred Vajrayana Himalayan Buddhist site perched on the cliffside of the upper Paro Valley. In the evening, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most revered shrines in Bhutan.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Paro Airport to board your flight for your onward destination or home.