15-Day India & Nepal Heritage Trail: Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Khajuraho, Varanasi & Kathmandu

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. Later, drive past Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at a local city restaurant, continue with the Old Delhi sightseeing tour, visiting Raj Ghat. Enjoy a drive past the Red Fort and take 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 Jaipur. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. Take some time to refresh and relax. Later in the afternoon, proceed for an exciting Jhalana Jeep Safari at Jhalana Leopard Safari Park. Enjoy the thrill of spotting leopards, jackals, wolves, and a variety of other wildlife in their natural habitat. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities at your own pace.

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

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Agra, famously known as the “City of Love.” En route, stop at Abhaneri to explore the famous stepwell, Chand Baori, one of the largest and deepest stepwells in India. Continue to Fatehpur Sikri, the historic deserted city built in 1571 by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Visit key monuments including the Tomb of Salim Chishti, Buland Darwaza, Diwan-e-Khas, and Panch Mahal, all constructed from red sandstone. After completing the sightseeing tour of Fatehpur Sikri, continue your drive to Agra. 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, visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, one of the world’s most famous and beautiful 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, visiting Agra Fort, including Moti Masjid, the Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-i-Aam, and Diwan-i-Khas. Continue to Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb. In the evening, visit Mehtab Bagh to enjoy a sunset view of the Taj Mahal. After completing the sightseeing tour, you are free for shopping or to return to your hotel.

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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 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 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 Khajuraho. Visit the Western Group of Temples, Eastern Group of Temples, and the Jain Group of Temples. In the evening, enjoy the sound and light show at the Western Group of Temples, which beautifully narrates the history and significance of Khajuraho.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Khajuraho Airport to board the flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi Airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel. After freshening up, proceed for a guided tour of Sarnath, an important site for Buddhist pilgrims. Visit Dhamek Stupa, the Archaeological Museum, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Tibetan Buddhist Monastery, a peaceful and traditional center of worship. After completing the guided tour of Sarnath, drive back to Varanasi. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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Early in the morning, enjoy a boat ride on the sacred River Ganges. After the boat ride, return to your hotel for breakfast. Later, proceed for a guided tour of Varanasi, visiting the four famous temples. Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple, Shri Vishwanath Temple, and Sankat Mochan Temple. Also visit Bharat Mata Temple, Banaras Hindu University, and Birla Mandir. In the evening, experience the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony performed at the ghats along the river.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Varanasi 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 at your own pace.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Kathmandu Valley. Visit the sacred Pashupatinath Temple and Swayambhunath Stupa (an ancient site listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Explore Boudhanath Stupa, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal, as well as Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square. In the evening, witness the Aarti ceremony at Pashupatinath Temple, a famous Hindu temple located on the banks of the Bagmati River. Take a walk through nearby streets to explore local markets, interact with locals, and sample street food.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a day trip to Chandragiri, with a stop at Thankot. Board the cable car to the top of Chandragiri Hills. Visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Enjoy lunch with panoramic views of the mountains, from Mt. Api to Everest and Makalu to Kanchenjunga, along with spectacular views of Kathmandu Valley. After completing your sightseeing at Chandragiri, drive back to Kathmandu. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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Early in the morning, pick up your packed breakfast at the hotel and drive to Nagarkot to enjoy the sunrise over the Himalayas, along with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and Kathmandu Valley. Afterward, drive back to Kathmandu, with an en-route visit to Bhaktapur. Explore the Lion Gate, the Gallery, the Golden Gate, and the Palace of 55 Windows. After finishing your 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 transfer to Kathmandu Airport to board your flight to your next destination or back home.