India/Nepal Fantasy 18 Days Deluxe Tour

This exciting travel package of India and Nepal is designed for the cultural and historically minded travelers, traveling to India and Nepal for the first time. Tour includes must visit destinations of New Delhi, the majestic capital of India built during British raj,  lake city of Udaipur with opulent palaces, pink city of Jaipur, home of jewel encrusted Taj Mahal Agra, Khajuraho the living art exhibit of Kama-Sutra, ancient holy city of Varanasi, live with ritual activities along the banks of river Ganges, dotted with golden stupa temples. UNESCO World Heritage sites of Ajanta, Ellora caves and Mumbai, the financial center of India and home of Bollywood. Kathamndu ancient capital city of Himalayan kingdom of Nepal, Patan and Bhaktapur the cradles of art and culture.

Tour RouteMap, Click to enlarge

Day 1 USA/INDIA:
Welcome aboard our India-bound flight to Delhi, enjoy onboard hospitality. Indulge yourself with delicious Indian and  Continental cuisine.

Day 2 DELHI:
Arrival in Delhi, where after a traditional Indian garland welcome you'll be  escorted to Hotel Grand Intercontinental/Hotel The Park.

Day 3 DELHI:
After breakfast you are off to visit the capital city. The tour will include  the Presidential Palace, Parliament House, India Gate, Qutab Minar Tower,  Jantar Mantar, the fashionable Connaught Circus. Red Fort Chandni Chowk,  Mahalaxmi Temple and Mahatma Gandhi Samadhi.

Day 4 DELHI/UDAIPUR:
Breakfast at the hotel. Time free in the morning. This afternoon fly to one of  the most romantically beautiful cities of India, Udaipur, situated in a natural  setting which include lovely lakes, marble palaces, luxurious gardens and Royal  Temples. Stay at Hotel Shiv Niwas Palace/Trident Hilton Resort.

Day 5 UDAIPUR:
The morning tour will show you historical buildings and places. There is a big palace called City Palace that was built by Maharaja Uday Singh in 1725. There is also a palace called Moti Mahal and another one called Palace of Krishna. You can also visit a temple called Jagdish Temple, which is dedicated to a Hindu god named Lord Vishnu. Lastly, there is a garden called Saheliyon Ki Bari, which has nice lawns, gardens, and fountains.

Day 6 UDAIPUR/JAIPUR:
Flight to Jaipur. Check-in to Hotel Jai Mahal Palace/Raj Putana Palace hotel.  Today travel in the style of Emperor Akbar to visit Amber Fort AMBER - Just 7  miles north of Jaipur with its a honey-colored fortress-palace in the Aravalli  Hills. Enjoy an elephant ride along the fortress ramparts. The somber exterior  belies the richness of the royal apartments which open on to striking views of  the gorge. Walk into the Sheesh Mahal and admire the amazing interior décor  thought of over 200 years ago. The Hall of Victory presents a galaxy of  decorative art panels of alabaster with fine inlay work. For this evening, we  recommend a rickshaw drive around the city displaying local life style in the  ancient biblical way.

  Day 7 JAIPUR:
This morning after breakfast, visit Jai Singh's Observatory built in the 17th  century by the founder of Jaipur who, besides being a prince was also soldier,  astronomer and builder. This is an architectural feat, drive past the Hawa  Mahal an elaborate building encrusted with delicate honeycomb screens and  carved balconies from behind which the royal Zanana, could view the world  outside, the City Palace now a museum exhibiting fine Rajput and Mogul  paintings, rare manuscripts and an armory, and explore the exotic bazaars.

Day 8 FATEHPURSIKRI/AGRA:
Enroute to Agra you'll stop at Fatehpur-Sikri, the deserted sandstone city  built by Akbar. This imperial complex of forts, palaces, mosques and temples  was short lived and today is a haunting testament to that era. Fatehpur Sikri  is the best example of the culmination of Hindu and Muslim architecture.  Fatehpur Sikri Mosque is said to be a copy of the mosque in Mecca and has designs, derived from the Persian and Hindu architecture.

Day 9 AGRA/DELHI: Taj Mahal and Red Fort
This morning Stand awe-struck when you visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, certain  to be an India tour highlight, as the colors on the white marble building give  it a mythical aura. Completed in 1643, this exquisitely detailed monument is  considered one of the finest architectural achievements. Our next stop is Agra  Fort, built principally as a military establishment by Akbar in 1565, the red  sandstone Agra fort was partially converted into a palace during Shah Jahan's  time. Though the principal structure was built by Akbar, many more additions  were made by his grandsons. This evening drive to Delhi for overnight. Check  into hotel.

Day 10 DELHI/KHAJURAHO:
After breakfast fly to Khajuraho. Arrive Khajuraho and transfer to Hotel Taj  Chendela/Radisson. This morning we'll visit the Tantric and Jain Erotic  Temples. You will be amazed by the erotic intricately carved poses sculptured  by the religious devotees, which cover the shrines.

Day 11 KHAJURAHO/VARANASI:
This morning we fly to Varanasi, the most sacred Hindu city in India. You'll  visit Sarnath where Lord Buddha revealed his enlightenment to Nirvana. Hotel  Taj Ganges/ Radisson hotel.

Day 12 VARANASI/KATHMANDU:
Our day begins with a boat ride on the Ganges River, whose holy waters draw  thousands of pilgrims. This remarkable tour shows the cleansing baths and  burning cremation ghats of Hindu Funeral Rituals. Afternoon fly to Delhi and  onwards connection fly to Kathmandu. Airport transfer to Hotel Yak N Yeti/Del  Annapurna.

Day 13 KATHMANDU: Kathmandu and Patan
We begin this day with a morning tour of Kathmandu city, visiting the Temple of  Hanuman, Dhoka Square, The House of the Living Goddess, the Royal Palace, and  the city markets. Afternoon sightseeing in Patan, city of ancient architecture  and fine arts, renowned for its silver, copper and bronze work. Evening free.

Day 14 KATHMANDU:  Mt. Everest Flight and Bhaktapur
Morning is free with an optional (but recommended, not included) flight-seeing  tour of Mt. Everest. Ample time for shopping  for antiques and gifts. This afternoon we'll visit Bhaktapur, the city of religious devotees built in the  shape of shell, visit the Lion Gate, the Picture Gallery, the Golden Gate and  the Palace of Windows.

Day 15 KATHMANDU/MUMBAI:
Today fly to Mumbai, a city that never sleeps, India's gateway to the world,  with a population of 13 million, Mumbai is India's largest city and it’s most  diverse, cosmopolitan and westernized. Thriving alongside each other are the Bollywood film industry some of India's leading industrial and financial  institutions. An evening tour will delight you with colorful bazaars and  multitude of eateries and cultural activities. Hotel Taj President/Hilton Towers.

Day 16 MUMBAI/AURANAGBAD:
After breakfast sightseeing tour includes the Gateway of India, The Prince of  Wales Museum, Mahalaxmi Temple, Nehru Park, the famous Malabar Hills. Drive  across famous Marine Drive of Bombay Harbor to airport for flight to  Aurangabad. After transfer, check-in to Hotel Taj Residency/Hotel Ambassador.

 Day 17 AJANTA & ELLORA:
Ajanta and Ellora Caves dating from between the 6th and 11th centuries AD, and  29 caves at Ajanta dating back to between the 2nd century BC and 6th century  AD. The caves at Ajanta are all Buddhist, while the caves at Ellora are a  mixture of Buddhist, Hindu and Jain. The most incredible thing about these  caves is that they were crafted by hand, with only a hammer and chisel. While  the Ajanta Caves are rich in paintings and sculpture, the Ellora caves are  renowned for their extraordinary architecture. This evening we will fly to  Mumbai to connect with homeward bound flight.

Day 18 MUMBAI/USA:
Early this morning final departure from Mumbai and arrive home the same day.

Elephant ride to Amer Castle



Your hotel in Mumbai


Boudhnath Temple in Kathmandu


Click to enlarge.......Ellora Caves

Tour Cost Includes:

+Round trip coach airfare from New York

+Airfares within India Nepal

+5-star 1^st. class hotels
with daily American breakfast

+Airports meet and greet assistance

+Transfers to and from airports to hotels

+Baggage handling

+All sightseeing tours as per itinerary

+Boat tour on Lake Pichola in Udaipur

+Elephant ride tour in Jaipur

+Boat tour in Varanasi on holy Ganges

+English speaking guide

+Services of our tour managers.

+ Airlines Taxes & Fees

Other Gateway departure and flight connections..

(++CHI/LAX/SFO Extra++)

++Connecting airfare available from your nearest airport, at extra cost++

Departure Dates:  

 

2024:
Jan 8 29 Feb 12 26 Mar 11 25 Apr 8 22 May 6 Sep 16 Oct 7 21 Nov 4 18 Dec 2 23

Tour Cost:
$7681.00 per person twin sharing
Single supplement. $3267.00

 

High season air surcharge additional
$550.00 Jun 1-Aug 31& Dec 1-24

Business Class and First Class Upgrades
avaialble at extra cost