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Highlights of Northern India & Nepal

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4.6 Based on 27 Reviews
  • duration 15 days
  • tour type Small group Request as private
  • age requirement 16-95 yrs
  • max group size 16
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-7496
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts New Delhi, India
  • Ends Kathmandu, Nepal
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • See the magnificent Taj Mahal
  • Cruise the Ganges at Varanasi by boat
  • Explore sacred cities and temples
  • Enjoy mountain views at Pokhara
  • Embark on a safari in Chitwan National Park
Starting in New Delhi and ending in Kathmandu, the trip "Highlights Of Northern India & Nepal" is a guided cultural, religious and historic sites tour that takes 15 days. You will be traveling through Chitwan National Park, Bodhgaya, Kathmandu and 6 other destinations in Nepal and India. "Highlights Of Northern India & Nepal" is a small group trip which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others. Please see the package includes section for further details.

Embark on one of the most beautiful journeys in Asia, from the bustling cities of the Indian plains to the highest mountains on Earth. Along the way, we'll experience cultural wonders of the region, including the Taj Mahal, pink city of Jaipur and holy city of Varanasi, and follow in the footsteps of Buddha, visiting the sacred sites of Sarnath and Lumbini. That's complemented by soul-enriching natural experiences, including scanning Chitwan National Park for rhinos and gazing at the mighty Himalaya.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrive Delhi; afternoon sightseeing of Humayun's Tomb and New Delhi
  • Day 2: Morning tour of Old Delhi before drive to Jaipur
  • Day 3: Full-day sightseeing in Jaipur, including City Palace and Amber Fort; evening free
  • Day 4: Drive to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri
  • Day 5: Sunrise at Taj Mahal; visit the Red Fort; overnight train to Varanasi
  • Day 6: Arrive Varanasi; afternoon visit to Sarnath, the site of Buddha's first sermon
  • Day 7: Dawn boat ride on Ganges visiting bathing 'ghats'; free afternoon; witness an evening aarti ceremony
  • Day 8: Cross border to Nepal; to the Unesco World Heritage site of Lumbini
  • Day 9: Drive to Chitwan National Park
  • Day 10: Chitwan National park; jeep safari and dug-out canoe excursion
  • Day 11: Drive to Pokhara with views of the Annapurna range en route
  • Day 12: Sunrise over mountains; morning walk from Sarangkot to Pame
  • Day 13: Follow Marsyangdi and Trisuli rivers to Kathmandu
  • Day 14: Optional Everest flight; visit Pashupatinath and Bodnath; free time
  • Day 15: End Kathmandu
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • All accommodation
Meals
  • All breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners
Transport
  • All transport
  • Ganges boat ride
Guide
  • Tour leader throughout
Others
  • Entrances fees to Monuments and National Parks (as per itinerary)
  • Jeep Safari (as per itinerary)
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas and vaccinations for India & Nepal
  • Single supplement
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
4.6 - Excellent
Based on 27 reviews
  • Anonymous
  • On Mar 03 2019
5 - Excellent
Wonderful trip - do it!
A brilliant trip capturing all the chaos, filth, colour and magic of India & Nepal . The memories are too many to detail but will last a lifetime.Personally I loved every day- I stayed healthy throughout sticking to a vegetarian... Read more
  • Anonymous
  • On Mar 02 2019
5 - Excellent
What an amazing journey!
An amazing and enlightening journey with a great group of people. We saw both city and countrywide and visited many incredible landmarks along the way. We learnt lots about India it's religion and culture. Lead by the most caring... Read more
  • Anonymous
  • On Oct 29 2018
4 - Very Good
Great, varied trip
Concise itinerary of some key sights in Northern India and Nepal. Varied sights covering important Moghal, Buddhist, Hindu sites, mixed with wildlife, rural landscapes, lakeside resort and Himalayan vistas.Good pace, not too... Read more
  • Anonymous
  • On Mar 03 2018
5 - Excellent
Excellent jam-packed adventure
After a fair amount of research into which trip/company to select, I opted for this one. I opted for this trip for a few reasons - I'd previously done another excellent trip with this tour company, only 1 overnight train (just... Read more
REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Highlights of Northern India & Nepal tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 19 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 19 June 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Highlights of Northern India & Nepal tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Highlights of Northern India & Nepal tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
  • Group sizes are kept small to maintain a low risk ‘small group bubble’, with an average of 10 guests in each group.
  • Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • Several COVID-19 distancing measures have been adopted on this package tour to keep travellers safe.
  • All travellers will be required to be fully vaccinated no less than two weeks prior to travel.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this tour.
  • How much money do I need to bring with me?

    Your personal budget obviously depends on your spending habits and what is included in your trip cost. If accommodation is included, but meals are not, we would suggest that you bring around 30 USD per day per person for meals. Having a hot shower or charging your device sometimes costs extra. There are also sometimes small crafts/souvenirs to buy along the trekking route which you may want to bring extra money for. Also, consider whether you would be staying in Kathmandu or Pokhara before or after your trek.

  • Is quarantine in Nepal in effect for arriving visitors?

    There are no quarantine requirements in Nepal for arriving visitors at the moment.

  • How much should my backpack weigh?

    A properly packed backpack (not including your day pack) should ideally not weigh more than 13 kg. It is also important to note that if you are taking a flight to the start of your trek, many smaller aircraft have weight restrictions. For example, if you are flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, you are only allowed 10kg of checked luggage, and 5 kg of hand baggage. Thus, in case of a small flight, you should ideally pack a 10 kg backpack for checked luggage, and then add 5 kg in your hand baggage. You can then re-shuffel the weigt once you start your trek at the trailhead.  

  • Do I need a porter?

    The decision to hire a porter is up to you and usually based on your fitness level and/or budget. One porter can be shared between two people and can carry up to 25 kg. Many trekkers hire a porter to have a more comfortable trek.

  • Do I require a porter for carrying water?

    On most popular treks you can expect plenty of places where you can refill your water bottle, meaning you don’t need to carry a huge water supply with you. Bring an extra bottle of water if you are concerned. If you already have a porter, you can ask him/her to carry water as long as it is within the weight limit. Another option is to carry water purification tablets or LifeStraw, both of which can be found in Kathmandu.

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