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Northern India & Nepal

This incredible tour takes you from high above the earth in the Himalaya Mountains to the Arabian Sea. Visit Nepal and discover Kathmandu and Bahktapur. Take in the awe-inspiring Mount Everest from a private plane. Search for tigers and white horned Rhinos in Nepal. In India explore the historic Delhi and Mumbai and view the stunning Taj Mahal.

The 17 day Northern India and Nepal tour from Tauck Tours is an Earth Journeys Tour in partnership with BBC Earth. Bring the destinations of your dreams to life in this collaborative tour that highlights everything you want from India and Nepal. You'll stay in the most amazing hotels, experience behind-the-scenes moments and take the travel tour experience to the next level with this Northern India and Nepal tour.

18 Days • fr. $12,990

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Tour Includes

• On-tour film vignettes custom-made for Tauck by BBC Earth natural history experts plus other select BBC Earth touches
• Small group adventure averaging 20 guests per departure
• Stays at luxurious Oberoi hotels, in Delhi, Agra and Mumbai
• A morning visit to the Taj Mahal
• A three-night stay in Bandhavgarh National Park, one of India’s most important tiger reserves, and a two-night stay in Nepal's Chitwan National Park
• Flightseeing amidst the tallest mountains in the world, the Himalayas, for magnificent panoramic mountain views including Mount Everest
• A meditation lesson with local monks in Kathmandu
• A Q & A lecture with a sherpa who has climbed Mount Everest several times
• Learning the art of dressing in a sari and turban for a special dinner
• A visit to the timeless and vehicle-free Nepali city of Bhaktapur, with centuries-old squares where you will mingle with potters and woodcarvers
• An optional community service project in a remote village
• On-Tour Air (6 flights)
• Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
• All customary gratuities for hotel and restaurant staff, local guides and drivers are included.

Not Included

• The customary gratuity to the Tauck Director is not included. Gratuitites should be extended on a voluntary, individual basis and not as a group.
• All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry, dry cleaning, special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must be paid by the client.
• Airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees and services, airport arrival and departure taxes, individual train and airport transfers (when applicable), and other optional or incidental extras are not included.
• All rates exclude airfare unless expressly noted.

Meal Inclusions

• 16 breakfasts

Hotel Details

• The Imperial Hotel in New Delhi, India (2 nights)
• Dwarika's Hotel in Kathmandu, Nepal (3 nights)
• Meghauli Serai in Chitwan National Park, Nepal (2 nights)
• Dwarika's Resort Dhulikhel in Dhulikhel, Nepal (1 night)
• The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra in Agra, India (2 nights)
• The LaLiT Temple View Khajuraho in Khajuraho, India (1 night)
• Mahua Kothi in Bandhavgarh National Park, India (3 nights)
• The Oberoi Mumbai Hotel in Mumbai (Bombay), India (2 nights)

Arrive New Delhi Location Information Description

New Delhi, India

Tour begins: 2:00 PM, The Imperial, New Delhi. A transfer is included from Indira Gandhi International Airport to The Imperial, New Delhi. Most international flights arrive between 11:00 PM and 3:00 AM local time, 10 1/2 hours ahead of the U.S. (EST). To ease the effects of jet lag, consider traveling to India a day early; ask at booking. You'll enjoy a Heritage Room at your landmark hotel, an iconic 5-star property occupying the most distinguished address in the heart of the capital.

Your trip begins this afternoon with a welcome briefing, followed by a guided orientation tour of New Delhi including a drive through of Vijay Chowk, with views of the Secretariat buildings, Parliament House, the Presidential Palace and the India Gate, commemorating Indian and British soldiers.

Next, stop at the Gandhi Smriti Museum, paying tribute to the inspiring leader, Mahatma Gandhi, who forced change through non-violent protest, leading to an independent India in the late 1940s. Join us this evening for a welcome cocktail reception and dinner.

THE IMPERIAL HOTEL, NEW DELHI

Old Delhi, Past & Present Location Information Description

Delhi, India

Discover not one, but two UNESCO World Heritage Sites today as you explore the centuries-old history and culture of Old Delhi and environs.

Following a morning orientation tour of Old Delhi, visit Humayun’s Tomb, constructed for the Mughal Emperor Humayan and other members of his family in the 1570s, and set within beautiful gardens. The first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent and the first large structure of its kind built of red sandstone, this Mughal creation popularized Persian-influenced architecture in India, and was an inspiration for the Taj Mahal in Agra.

After lunch at a local restaurant, sightseeing continues as you marvel at the Qutb Minar Victory Tower, India’s tallest minaret, five stories high. A red sandstone tower built in 1193 and covered with intricate carvings and verses from the Quran, it is part of one of the earliest surviving mosque complexes in India. Return to your New Delhi hotel in late afternoon and spend the rest of the day and evening as you please.

Breakfast, Lunch

Yoga & a Flight to Kathmandu Location Information Description

Kathmandu, Nepal

If you like, enjoy a yoga class, then let your imagination take flight as you board a plane bound for Kathmandu in Nepal. Touch down for a three-night stay that celebrates the natural beauty and spiritual tapestry of this small mountainous country. Your family-run hotel has a rich tradition of hospitality. This evening, visit a renowned golden-roofed temple with silver doors that sits on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River. Dine at one of the hotel’s restaurants tonight.

Breakfast, Dinner

DWARIKA'S HOTEL

Himalayas Flightseeing and a Sherpa Location Information Description

Today your Nepal and India trip continues as you set off early this morning for spectacular flightseeing* above the Himalayan landscapes of Mount Everest – an unforgettable experience. Back on the ground in the Kathmandu Valley, explore Patan Durbar Square, where ancient temples and pagodas – both Buddhist and Hindu – are clustered around the old royal palace. Climb aboard for a rickshaw ride, if you like.

Lunch is served in a local restaurant. Before dinner tonight at your hotel, a Sherpa who’s climbed Mount Everest gives a talk followed by a Question & Answer session.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Kopan Monastery & Boudhanath Location Information Description

On a lofty hill overlooking Kathmandu Valley, adorned with colorful prayer flags, statuary and sacred art, Kopan Monastery draws seekers of spiritual enlightenment from all over the world.

Join the Tibetan Buddhist monks as they start their day with prayer and meditation (a ceremony of bells and chanting mantras) before paying a visit to the famous stupa (spiritual monument) of Boudhanath, built during the 5th century, a colossal spherical temple that represents the Mind of Buddha (from a tower his painted eyes keep watch over Kathmandu Valley). At least 29 monasteries surround this immense shrine adorned with prayer flags and prayer wheels, its structure reflecting the design of a mandala. After lunch, you'll arrive at your hotel where the rest of the evening is at your leisure.

Fly to Chitwan National Park Location Information Description

Chitwan National Park, Nepal

This morning fly to Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the foothills of the Himalayas. The flora and fauna are particularly rich here. One of the few remaining populations of single-horned Asiatic rhinoceros lives in the park, and it’s also one of the last refuges of the Bengal tiger. After lunch at your lodge, go on a river safari by boat and enjoy a sundowner.

MEGHAULI SERAI HOTEL

Morning Safari & Bathing Elephants Location Information Description

In an open-topped vehicle, head into Chitwan National Park for a safari and picnic breakfast. Later, watch the elephants take a bath in the river – and interact with them! After lunch enjoy a free afternoon as you wish.

Bhaktapur & a mountain resort in Dhulikhel Location Information Description

Chitwan National Park, Nepal, Nepal

Pack your bags for a morning flight back to Kathmandu. When you land, explore Bhaktapur, the third largest city in the valley, where cobblestone streets free from traffic make walking in this ancient, picturesque town of traditional art and architecture a pleasure. Its famous centuries-old craftsmanship continues; you will find potters, woodcarvers and weavers here as well as photogenic temples, courtyards and venerable squares, and you’ll have an opportunity to view their handiwork.

Location Information Description

Dhulikhel, Nepal

This afternoon, head to your resort in the town of Dhulikhel, where the views of the mountains might just leave you speechless. Dinner will be at your resort this evening.

DWARIKA'S RESORT DHULIKHEL

A Day in Dhulkiel Location Information Description

Dhulkiel, India

Today, you'll have the opportunity for a bit of rest and relaxation as you may indulge and enjoy the many amenities offered to you at your hotel. Tonight, a singing bowl demonstration and a cooking demonstration precedes dinner at the hotel.

Fly to Delhi & on to Agra Location Information Description

Agra, India

A morning flight takes you back to Delhi followed by a drive to Agra, home to one of the world’s most famous edifices – and monuments to love – the Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, as a memorial to his wife. A perfectly symmetrical building, the monument’s marble relief work is inlaid with precious stones. Your stay at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra will take you back to a grand era of emperors. Dinner is at your choice of two of the hotel's fine restaurants tonight.

THE OBEROI AMARVILAS AGRA

The Taj Mahal & the Red Fort in Agra Location Information Description

This morning, explore the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a jewel of Muslim architecture renowned as one of the “wonders of the world,” on a sunrise visit or after you have breakfast – or both! Next up is a visit to the city of Agra and the 16th-century red sandstone Agra Fort, an enormous complex of fairy tale palaces and mosques once surrounded by a deep moat.

This evening’s Maharajah dinner will mean special preparations, with ladies being shown how to wear their choice of a traditional sari (with a delicate touch of henna painting), and the gentlemen putting on traditional turbans.

The Temples of Khajuraho Location Information Description

Khajuraho, India

Take a train this morning from Agra to Jhansi followed by a drive to Khajuraho for an overnight stay. This small town is the site of a famous group of temples built between the 9th and 10th centuries by the Chandella Dynasty, praised by UNESCO for striking a perfect balance between architecture and sculpture; visit them today.

THE LALIT TEMPLE VIEW KHAJURAHO HOTEL

Bandhavgarh National Park Location Information Description

Bandhavgarh National Park, India

Drive to Bandhavgarh National Park, a wildlife reserve where leopards, deer, jungle cats, wild dogs, and tigers live – although it is very rare to spot the elusive tiger, a master of camouflage. After lunch embark on a jungle safari in an open-topped Jeep for a chance to catch sight of the wildlife. You’ll stay three nights in this remarkable park.

MAHUA KOTHI HOTEL

Into the heart of the Bandhavgarh Forest you go Location Information Description

At daybreak, drive with expert trackers into the heart of the Bandhavgarh Forest, one of India’s most scenic areas. Keep your camera handy – the wildlife at home here include tigers, leopards, sloth bears, wild boar, jackals and a variety of birds. A lecture on the ongoing tiger conservation efforts in India precedes lunch back at the lodge then another jungle safari. Enjoy dinner this evening at the hotel.

Game drives & lending a hand in a village Location Information Description

Enjoy a morning’s jungle safari drive in Bandhavgarh National Park; in the afternoon, you can choose between further exploration on another jungle excursion, or lending a hand with one of several ongoing community projects alongside village residents. Attend an interactive cooking demonstration prior to dinner at your hotel.

Welcome to Mumbai (Bombay) Location Information Description

Mumbai, India

Depart Bandhavgarh National Park this morning for a flight to Mumbai on the Arabian Sea. Formerly known as Bombay, Mumbai today is India’s richest city: hip, multicultural, cosmopolitan, home to Bollywood and a thriving financial center. Arrive in Mumbai mid-afternoon, then take a brief guided orientation tour of landmark city sights en route to your oceanfront luxury hotel. Dinner is at leisure in the hotel tonight.

THE OBEROI HOTEL MUMBAI

Mumbai's grand gateway & heritage sites Location Information Description

Begin today's discovery of Mumbai, India's economic powerhouse, with a visit to the famed Gateway of India, a regal arch built to commemorate the 1911 visit of King George V and Queen Mary during the British Raj; this colossal waterfront monument is sometimes called “the Taj Mahal of Mumbai.” Explore the city's Heritage area, including a stop at the Baroque-style train station known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus) and Central Railway Headquarters building – Mumbai's only UNESCO World Heritage Site – resplendent with vaulted roofs, arches, Gothic spires, flying buttresses, gables crowned by neoclassical sculptures, stone carvings, and friezes. After an afternoon spent as you please in marvelous Mumbai, join us for a farewell cocktail reception at your hotel this evening.

Journey Home Location Information Description

Tauck's Nepal and Northern India trip ends: Mumbai. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from The Oberoi, Mumbai to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Most international flights depart between 2:00 – 3:00 AM; you should allow a minimum of 3 hours for flight check-in.

• All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.
• Group size averages 20! All departures are small groups averaging 20 guests, ensuring a more intimate travel experience.
• Note: Flying time to Delhi averages about 18 hours from gateway cities in the U.S., and may include a stop-over in Europe; most international flights arrive between 11:00 PM and 3:00 AM local time, 10½ hours ahead of U.S. (EST). To ease the effects of jet lag, consider traveling to India a day early, rather than arriving late at night on Day 1.
• Tauck can arrange an extra night at The Imperial, New Delhi. Ask for details upon booking.
• Special note about traveling on Northern India & Nepal: In order to access Bandhavgarh National Park, we will be traveling by coach on two-lane roads which may be very bumpy and uneven. Driving in India is unlike driving at home, and you may be unaccustomed – or even surprised by – local rules of the road. This trip is designed for guests who have a spirit of adventure and are comfortable traveling in vehicles for longer periods of time; it will not be suitable for anyone who has back problems.
• Reserve your preferred 2020 departure date and we will advise you once the 2020 trip is finalized and priced. You will then have two weeks to cancel; should you cancel, you'll receive a full refund of your trip deposit and the cost of the Travel Protection Product (if purchased with Tauck Tours). If you are making your own air arrangements, do not book your flights until this trip is finalized as start and end cities may change.

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• 60 days or more before departure: $1,000.00 per person
• 59-8 days before departure: $1500.00 per person
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• On departure day and later: 100% of total price
• Any changes or cancellations to airline reservations made through Tauck either before or after departure are subject to the cancellation / change policies of the individual airlines. In n some instances these cancellation / change fees may be up to 100% of the ticket price.
• Cancellation fees may also apply to any additional services, including extra night accommodations, independently supplied services, and optional excursions reserved prior to, during, and after the tour. If flight changes, including, but not limited to, flight cancellations or name changes, are requested after full land and air deposits are received, revision fees, change fees, or airline cancellation fees will apply.
• All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
• The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.

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• Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together and does not include airfare unless expressly stated.
• All prices are in US Dollars.
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• Final payment is due 75 days prior to departure. Within the final payment date, payment in full is required at time of booking to reserve space. Reservations (land, cruise, and air) are canceled if final payment is not received by the due date.
• Additional deposits or payments are required for international air added to the start and/or end of your vacation.

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From the Arabian Sea to the Himalayas, from the ultramodern architecture of New Dehli to the forests of Bandhavgarh National Park in India and Chitwan National Park in Nepal, our unique experiences show you the incomparable cultural diversity, compelling history, and spectacular natural beauty of the Indian subcontinent. Set off on game-viewing safaris in search of the elusive tiger... fly over the landscapes of Mt. Everest on a flightseeing tour… visit a Buddhist monastery in Kathmandhu… discover the architecture of Bhaktapur, along the ancient trading route from Nepal to Tibet… feel the spiritual passion of the Taj Mahal, poetry in marble… explore the Heritage section of Mumbai… wander awestruck among the eye-opening Hindu temples of Khajuraho… and enjoy an unusual opportunity to join in hands-on community projects as a volunteer in places where there is need, working with local villagers to improve their lives, forging friendships across cultures.

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• Q&A with Sherpa climber
• village volunteer opportunity
• exploring Mumbai's Heritage area

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• On-tour film vignettes custom-made for Tauck by BBC Earth natural history experts Field equipment may include GoPro cameras and camera traps Small group adventure averaging 20 guests per departure Stays at luxurious Oberoi hotels, in Delhi, Agra and Mumbai A morning visit to the Taj Mahal A three-night stay in Bandhavgarh National Park, one of India's most important tiger reserves, and a two-night stay in Nepal's Chitwan National Park Flightseeing amidst the tallest mountains in the world, the Himalayas, for magnificent panoramic mountain views including Mount Everest A meditation lesson with local monks in Kathmandu A Q & A lecture with a sherpa who has climbed Mount Everest several times Learning the art of dressing in a sari and turban for a special dinner A visit to the timeless and vehicle-free Nepali city of Bhaktapur, with centuries-old squares where you will mingle with potters and woodcarvers An optional community service project in a remote village Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted 43 meals (16 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 13 dinners); gratuities to local guides, service charges, admissions, taxes and porterage

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Northern india & nepal.

18 Days Starting in New Delhi, India and ending in Mumbai, India

Visiting: New Delhi, Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park, Bhaktapur, Agra, Khajuraho, Bandhavgarh National Park, Bandhavgarh Forest Booking Office, Mumbai

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Tour overview.

From the Arabian Sea to the Himalayas, from the ultramodern architecture of New Dehli to the forests of Bandhavgarh National Park in India and Chitwan National Park in Nepal, our unique experiences show you the incomparable cultural diversity, compelling history, and spectacular natural beauty of the Indian subcontinent. Set off on game-viewing safaris in search of the elusive tiger... fly over the landscapes of Mt. Everest on a flightseeing tour… visit a Buddhist monastery in Kathmandhu… discover the architecture of Bhaktapur, along the ancient trading route from Nepal to Tibet… feel the spiritual passion of the Taj Mahal, poetry in marble… explore the Heritage section of Mumbai… wander awestruck among the eye-opening Hindu temples of Khajuraho… and enjoy an unusual opportunity to join in hands-on community projects as a volunteer in places where there is need, working with local villagers to improve their lives, forging friendships across cultures.

Private flightseeing charter over the Himalayas, for magnificent panoramic mountain views including Mount Everest

On-Tour Air included (6 flights)

Small group adventure averaging 20 guests per departure

Stays at luxurious Oberoi hotels in Delhi, Agra and Mumbai

  A morning visit to the Taj Mahal

A three-night stay in Bandhavgarh National Park, one of India’s most important tiger reserves, with daily safaris

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Day 1 : Arrive New Delhi

Location: new delhi, accommodation: hotel, accommodation name: the imperial, new delhi, meals included: dinner.

Tour begins: 2:00 PM, The Imperial, New Delhi. A transfer is included from Indira Gandhi International Airport to The Imperial, New Delhi. Most international flights arrive between 11:00 PM and 3:00 AM local time, 10 1/2 hours ahead of the U.S. (EST). To ease the effects of jet lag, consider traveling to India a day early; ask at booking. You'll enjoy a Heritage Room at your landmark hotel, an iconic 5-star property occupying the most distinguished address in the heart of the capital. Your trip begins this afternoon with a welcome briefing by your Tauck Director, followed by a guided orientation tour of New Delhi including a drive through of Vijay Chowk, with views of the Secretariat buildings, Parliament House, the Presidential Palace and the India Gate, commemorating Indian and British soldiers. Next, stop at the Gandhi Smriti Museum, paying tribute to the inspiring leader, Mahatma Gandhi, who forced change through non-violent protest, leading to an independent India in the late 1940s. Join us this evening for a welcome cocktail reception and dinner.

Day 2 : Old & New Delhi, Past And Present

Meals included: breakfast, lunch,.

Discover not one, but two UNESCO World Heritage Sites today as you explore the centuries-old history and culture of Old Delhi and environs. Following a morning orientation tour of Old Delhi, visit Humayun’s Tomb, constructed for the Mughal Emperor Humayan and other members of his family in the 1570s, and set within beautiful gardens. The first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent and the first large structure of its kind built of red sandstone, this Mughal creation popularized Persian-influenced architecture in India, and was an inspiration for the Taj Mahal in Agra. After lunch at a local restaurant, sightseeing continues as you marvel at the Qutb Minar Victory Tower, India’s tallest minaret, five stories high. A red sandstone tower built in 1193 and covered with intricate carvings and verses from the Quran, it is part of one of the earliest surviving mosque complexes in India. Return to your New Delhi hotel in late afternoon and spend the rest of the day and evening as you please.

Day 3 : A Flight To Kathmandu

Location: kathmandu, accommodation name: dwarika's, meals included: breakfast, dinner,.

If you like, enjoy a yoga class, then let your imagination take flight as you board a plane bound for Kathmandu in Nepal. Touch down for a three-night stay that celebrates the natural beauty and spiritual tapestry of this small mountainous country. Your family-run hotel has a rich tradition of hospitality. This evening, visit a renowned golden-roofed temple with silver doors that sits on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River. Dine at one of the hotel’s restaurants tonight.

Day 4 : Himalayas Flightseeing And A Sherpa

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner,.

Today your Nepal and India trip continues as you set off early this morning for spectacular flightseeing* above the Himalayan landscapes of Mount Everest – an unforgettable experience. Back on the ground in the Kathmandu Valley, explore Patan Durbar Square, where ancient temples and pagodas – both Buddhist and Hindu – are clustered around the old royal palace. Climb aboard for a rickshaw ride, if you like. Lunch is served in a local restaurant. Before dinner tonight at your hotel, a Sherpa who’s climbed Mount Everest gives a talk followed by a Question & Answer session.

Day 5 : Monks And A Medieval Town

On a lofty hill overlooking Kathmandu Valley, adorned with colorful prayer flags, statuary and sacred art, Kopan Monastery draws seekers of spiritual enlightenment from all over the world. Join the Tibetan Buddhist monks as they start their day with prayer and meditation (a ceremony of bells and chanting mantras) before paying a visit to the famous stupa (spiritual monument) of Boudhanath, built during the 5th century, a colossal spherical temple that represents the Mind of Buddha (from a tower his painted eyes keep watch over Kathmandu Valley). At least 29 monasteries surround this immense shrine adorned with prayer flags and prayer wheels, its structure reflecting the design of a mandala. After lunch, you'll arrive at your hotel where the rest of the evening is at your leisure.

Day 6 : Fly To Chitwan National Park

Location: chitwan national park, accommodation: resort, accommodation name: meghauli serai, a taj safari.

This morning fly to Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the foothills of the Himalayas. The flora and fauna are particularly rich here. One of the few remaining populations of single-horned Asiatic rhinoceros lives in the park, and it’s also one of the last refuges of the Bengal tiger. After lunch at your lodge, go on a river safari by boat and enjoy a sundowner.

Day 7 : Explore Chitwan National Park By Jeep

In an open-topped vehicle, head into Chitwan National Park for a safari and picnic breakfast. Later, watch the elephants take a bath in the river – and interact with them! After lunch enjoy a free afternoon as you wish.

Day 8 : Bhaktapur And A Mountain Resort

Location: bhaktapur, accommodation name: dwarika's dhulikhel.

Pack your bags for a morning flight back to Kathmandu. When you land, explore Bhaktapur, the third largest city in the valley, where cobblestone streets free from traffic make walking in this ancient, picturesque town of traditional art and architecture a pleasure. Its famous centuries-old craftsmanship continues; you will find potters, woodcarvers and weavers here as well as photogenic temples, courtyards and venerable squares, and you’ll have an opportunity to view their handiwork. This afternoon, head to your resort in the town of Dhulikhel, where the views of the mountains might just leave you speechless. Dinner will be at your resort this evening.

Day 9 : Singing Bowls And Cooking

Location: agra.

Today, you'll have the opportunity for a bit of rest and relaxation as you may indulge and enjoy the many amenities offered to you at your hotel. Tonight, a singing bowl demonstration and a cooking demonstration precedes dinner at the hotel.

Day 10 : Fly To Delhi & On To Agra

Accommodation name: the oberoi amarvilas, agra.

A morning flight takes you back to Delhi followed by a drive to Agra, home to one of the world’s most famous edifices – and monuments to love – the Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, as a memorial to his wife. A perfectly symmetrical building, the monument’s marble relief work is inlaid with precious stones. Your stay at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra will take you back to a grand era of emperors. Dinner is at your choice of two of the hotel's fine restaurants tonight.

Day 11 : The Taj Mahal & Agra Red Fort

This morning, explore the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a jewel of Muslim architecture renowned as one of the “wonders of the world,” on a sunrise visit or after you have breakfast – or both! Next up is a visit to the city of Agra and the 16th-century red sandstone Agra Fort, an enormous complex of fairy tale palaces and mosques once surrounded by a deep moat. This evening’s Maharajah dinner will mean special preparations, with ladies being shown how to wear their choice of a traditional sari (with a delicate touch of henna painting), and the gentlemen putting on traditional turbans.

Day 12 : The Temples Of Khajuraho

Location: khajuraho, accommodation name: the lalit temple view khajuraho.

Take a train this morning from Agra to Jhansi followed by a drive to Khajuraho for an overnight stay. This small town is the site of a famous group of temples built between the 9th and 10th centuries by the Chandella Dynasty, praised by UNESCO for striking a perfect balance between architecture and sculpture; visit them today.

Day 13 : Bandhavgarh National Park

Location: bandhavgarh national park, accommodation name: mahua kothi, a taj safari.

Drive to Bandhavgarh National Park, a wildlife reserve where leopards, deer, jungle cats, wild dogs, and tigers live – although it is very rare to spot the elusive tiger, a master of camouflage. After lunch embark on a jungle safari in an open-topped Jeep for a chance to catch sight of the wildlife. You’ll stay three nights in this remarkable park.

Day 14 : Jungle Safaris Morning & Afternoon

Location: bandhavgarh forest booking office.

At daybreak, drive with expert trackers into the heart of the Bandhavgarh Forest, one of India’s most scenic areas. Keep your camera handy – the wildlife at home here include tigers, leopards, sloth bears, wild boar, jackals and a variety of birds. A lecture on the ongoing tiger conservation efforts in India precedes lunch back at the lodge then another jungle safari. Enjoy dinner this evening at the hotel.

Day 15 : Safari Drives & Village Life

Enjoy a morning’s jungle safari drive in Bandhavgarh National Park; in the afternoon, you can choose between further exploration on another jungle excursion, or lending a hand with one of several ongoing community projects alongside village residents. Attend an interactive cooking demonstration prior to dinner at your hotel.

Day 16 : Flight To Mumbai

Location: mumbai, accommodation name: the oberoi, mumbai.

Depart Bandhavgarh National Park this morning for a flight to Mumbai on the Arabian Sea. Formerly known as Bombay, Mumbai today is India’s richest city: hip, multicultural, cosmopolitan, home to Bollywood and a thriving financial center. Arrive in Mumbai mid-afternoon, then take a brief guided orientation tour of landmark city sights en route to your oceanfront luxury hotel. Dinner is at leisure in the hotel tonight.

Day 17 : Colonial Mumbai

Begin today's discovery of Mumbai, India's economic powerhouse, with a visit to the famed Gateway of India, a regal arch built to commemorate the 1911 visit of King George V and Queen Mary during the British Raj; this colossal waterfront monument is sometimes called “the Taj Mahal of Mumbai.” Explore the city's Heritage area, including a stop at the Baroque-style train station known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus) and Central Railway Headquarters building – Mumbai's only UNESCO World Heritage Site – resplendent with vaulted roofs, arches, Gothic spires, flying buttresses, gables crowned by neoclassical sculptures, stone carvings, and friezes. After an afternoon spent as you please in marvelous Mumbai, join us for a farewell cocktail reception at your hotel this evening.

Day 18 : Journey Home

Meals included: breakfast.

Tour ends: Mumbai. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from The Oberoi, Mumbai to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Most international flights depart between 2:00 – 3:00 AM; you should allow a minimum of 3 hours for flight check-in.

What's Included

Accommodation

10 Days Hotels and 7 Days Resort

A morning visit to the Taj Mahal

A two-night stay in Nepal's magnificent Chitwan National Park with daily safaris

A meditation lesson with local monks in Kathmandu and a Q & A lecture with a sherpa who has climbed Mount Everest several times

Learning the art of dressing in a sari and turban for a special dinner

A visit to the timeless and vehicle-free Nepali city of Bhaktapur, with centuries-old squares where you will mingle with potters and woodcarvers

An optional community service project in a remote village

Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted

44 meals; gratuities to local guides and drivers, service charges, admissions, taxes and porterage

What's Not Included

International Travel

Tipping and Gratuities

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Are children permitted to take part in the tour, are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour, are airport transfers included in this tour, are flights included in this tour.

Yes, Delhi to Kathmandu Kathmandu to Delhi Jabalpur to Mumbai

What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Activity 4 / Pace 4

Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Reviews from travellers on this tour, northern india and nepal.

OMG what can I say. It was all so exciting and wonderful from cold Delhi to warm Nepal to flying over Mt. Everest and listening to a Sherpa tell us bout her scaling the mountain TWICE! Tigers on the safari and a python too. A first for our driver too!! Lunch Box brigade in Mombai and "Bus Bazaars" all so much fun. Visiting a home and school and seeing the happy children who have practically nothing but eager to learn. And of course the cows all over. Holy Cow now I know where that phrase came from.

A memorable albeit demanding trip. Lots of firsts. Great people met and lots of sights seen. Biggest negative about the trip is the area covered is reasonably large so there is a fair amount of time spent traveling either by air, rail or or suv. Not much way around this, though if you want to see the sights! Seeing a tiger in the wild, the Taj Majal, Nepal (and the Himalayas), and the people we met.

Dick and Muriel

Spectacular experience in every way. A little concerned about the 4-star difficulty level, but even with iffy back, saw everything with no problem. As usual, wonderful accommodations and food, seamless connections and transitions, and wonderful hosts at every stop. Choosing the India trip with visit to Nepal is highly recommended. Seeing Mt. Everest up close; tigers, leopard, and rhinos; and a sense of Indian life were highlights. We lost a couple of game drives due to Holi, the national holiday. But, by far, celebrating Holi with the lodge staff and guides will be remembered most. So ready to return with granddaughters!! Would go next year if they were just a bit older.

Truly the Trip of a Lifetime

There is not enough space to describe how great this trip was. (1)memorable sights of Delhi (2)Nepal turned out to be an amazing place, with such a different culture and outlook, and of course rhinos in the national park! (3)Agra, views of the Taj Mahal from our hotel, and visits to the monument at sunrise. (4)monuments at Khajuraho! (5) Mumbai! Of all the many memorable moments, mine is perhaps a personal one. While touring Mumbai on foot, two of us got to join locals in a pickup game of cricket! Did you ever hear of that? But we saw tigers, rhinos, and crocodiles, and did a safari on the back of an elephant! Besides all of that, Nepalese culture was worth the whole trip!

Fantastic New Itinerary

The new itinerary with extended time in Nepal,including a jungle safari is fantastic. Getting to do a safari on an elephant was a great experience. All of the accommodations were outstanding and the meals were an excellent variety of local cuisine and quite interesting. The devastation and rebuilding after the 2016 earthquake were enlightening. Experiencing the people and their culture was the big WOW for me. Even more so than Mt. Everest,the Taj Mahal or three tiger sightings. But every day brought memorable moments. A big thank you to our Tauck tour guide and all the local guides.

India and Nepal

Outstanding trip, although not for the faint of heart or culturally chalenged! It was physically challenging with early mornings and long distances to reach the national parks. After 4 days on safari, managed to see only one tiger. Some in the group saw two. They are very elusive animals! Hotels second to none. Oberoi in Agra is a palace! Flight seeing the Himalayas. Taj Mahal and the Oberoi Amervalis in Agra. That hotel is a destination unto itself!

Northern India and Kathmandu

This is a long trip that covers lots of territory. The people, food and accommodations are excellent. Several days are spent traveling both by air and by private car which makes the trip onerous. And walking on the rough surfaces in Nepal can be trying. DO NOT take this trip unless you are physically fit! Am I glad we did it? Absolutely! It is difficult to pick just one; however, the most unexpected and pleasant was being rushed by the Indian teenagers in New Delhi and Agra to have their pictures taken with us. Their enthusiasm is contagious; and no they are not trying to pick your pocket.

This is a rigorous trip, and quite an awakening to another culture. Our tour guide Abi made the trip extraordinary. He was knowledgable, compassionate, and handled difficult situations with grace and humor. Too much time was spent getting to the national parks and looking for the elusive tiger. The rest of the trip was brilliant! Finally seeing the bengal tiger! Watching the guide and spotter get so excited when she finally appeared. And we got to see 2….the male and the female. And Mumbai and the lunch boxes was just like the movie. What a treat! And spending time with the sherpa who did the first ascent on Mount Everest…India was an awakening of what is possible!

lost opportunity

going on safari to see tigers rhino etc was the hook especially tigers. when we arrived for india safari we were supposed to have 5 outings. they scheduled a morning and pm safari on national holiday which closed everything so we lost 2 of them. it's important to have the full 5 to get chance to see the wildlife. they dropped the ball. we did manage to have one close tiger sighting.

This trip needs a lot of re working!!!!!!!!

People need to be aware that this trip is not as advertised.There are several long travel days.Some more than 7.5hrs in small suv's.The Tauck hand out that was given on tour states"each of these vehicles seats 4 people comfortably" This would only be true if your were small in size or had no driver.WHAT HAPPENED TO THE COACH AS STATED. The sights were very good as was the quality of hotels.

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