India, Nepal & Bhutan
India abounds with Mughal splendour, from the largest cities to the smallest rural retreats. The magnificent legacy of its palaces, forts and mausoleums pay homage to a dynasty of architectural brilliance. Amid all this grandeur, we discover the warm Rajput hospitality of Rajasthan with overnights at historic maharaja mansions. After India, the majestic mountains of Nepal await, and Pokhara is one of the finest, most relaxing places to view them. There, by the beautiful lake, we check out the stunning spires of the Annapurna Range, while the many stunning temples, monasteries and shrines offer a spiritual and cultural exploration to rival the natural splendours of the country. In Nepal’s tropical lowlands we explore Chitwan National Park, coming face-to-face with the country’s incredible wildlife including rhino and crocodile, while in enigmatic Bhutan we find a hidden Buddhist delight; snug in its high mountain home, the kingdom has long been isolated from the rest of the world and is a special place of strong mystique and tranquility.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
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| 1 | (Fri) Arrive in Delhi and transfer to hotel. |
| 2 | Drive to Agra and visit the Taj Mahal. |
| 3 | Visit Fatehpur Sikri en route to Karauli and stay in Rajput palace. |
| 4 | Explore 600-year-old Karauli including palace and countryside farms. |
| 5 | Drive to Jaipur and visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), Jantar Mantar and City Palace. |
| 6 | Morning visit to Amber Fort, free time to shop and explore in Jaipur in the afternoon. |
| 7 | Drive to fort at Sawarda. Enjoy village walk and indulge in the timeless splendour of the countryside. |
| 8 | Drive to Mandawa and discover markets and frescoed 'havelis', then spend the night in a luxury desert resort. |
| 9 | Drive to Delhi. |
| 10 | Fly towards the Himalaya to Nepal's capital, Kathmandu. |
| 11 | Morning visit to Pashupatinath Temple and Bodhnath Stupa. In the afternoon, we explore the ancient city of Bhaktapur. |
| 12-13 | Fly to Pokhara. Visit the Peace Pagoda and Mountaineering Museum. Free time to explore in the afternoon. |
| 14 | Drive to Chitwan National Park. |
| 15 | Safari on elephant-back and in dugout canoes. |
| 16 | There is time for a bird watching trip before driving to Kathmandu. |
| 17-18 | Spectacular flight along the Himalayan range to Paro, Bhutan. Drive to the capital, Thimphu. Excursions to the fortress and painting school. |
| 19-20 | Drive to Paro, visit the Tiger's Nest Monastery and explore the local villages and countryside. |
| 21 | Trip ends in Paro this morning (Thu). |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
21 days |
Trip Code |
PINB |
Activities |
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| Culture (Easy), Wildlife (Easy) | |
Countries Visited |
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| Bhutan, Nepal, India | |
Start City |
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| Delhi | |
End City |
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| Paro | |
