From Nepal to India in 15 days

Ø Delhi, Orchha, Varanasi, Kathmandu

Ø Taj Mahal

Ø Chitwan National Park

Ø Himalayan panoramas

Enjoy Delhi, Taj Mahal of Agra, Orchha, sailing on the River Ganges, Varanasi, Chitwan

National Park, Himalayan panoramas, Kathmandu and much more! This trip taking us

from the Moghul splendours of northern India to the mountain kingdom of Nepal on a

journey to stir the imagination. Witness the colour and contrast from the plains of central

India to the sacred River Ganges, from across the grasslands of the Terai to the foothills

of the Himalayas. Our adventure brings us face to face with pilgrims, villagers, sadhus

and shopkeepers.

Itinerary

1.-2. Day: Kathmandu

A scenic road leads to Nepal's colourful capital, Kathmandu. One of the Highlights is

Durbar Square and make sure you leave some time for the shops and street markets.

3. –5. Day: Chitwan National Park

This day we travel on foot through some of the best wildlife viewing in Asia. We visit an

elephant breeding centre and spend a night in a local rural village.

6. Day: Lumbini

Across the border we visit sacred Lumbini, Buddha's birthplace, travel along the Terai to

Nepal's Chitwan National Park.

7. Day: Varanasi

Today we enter Varanasi's mystical and exciting world of tradition and ritual. Sail the

river at sunrise, explore the narrow lanes of the old city and join the pilgrims on their

walk along the ghats - the heart of the Hindu faith.

8. Day: Ganges River

We sail down India's sacred River Ganges on local boats. Camp on the river bank and

become part of the local life.

9. – 10. Day: Varanasi

One of the oldest living cities, Varanasi is a hive of religious life and colour. Wander

through the monasteries of nearby Sarnath or just sit by the river and be entertained by

the constant flow of activity.

11. – 12. Day: Orchha

Situated near the beautiful Betwa River, Orchha combines the peaceful essence of village

life with palace ruins on a river island. There's much time to wander around in this

delightful place.

13. Day: Agra

The famous white marble Taj Mahal is the jewel of India. The 'teardrop on the face of

eternity' was built as a memorial for Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan's wife.

14.- 15. Day: Delhi

A lot time to wander the markets, explore alleyways and experience the history

surrounding both Old and New Delhi.

Dates:

Sat 03 Mar 07 Sat 17 Mar 07

Sat 07 Apr 07 Sat 21 Apr 07

Sat 05 May 07 Sat 19 May 07

Sat 25 Aug 07 Sat 08 Sep 07

Sat 08 Sep 07 Sat 22 Sep 07

Sat 22 Sep 07 Sat 06 Oct 07

Sat 29 Sep 07 Sat 13 Oct 07

Sat 13 Oct 07 Sat 27 Oct 07

Sat 20 Oct 07 Sat 03 Nov 07

Sat 27 Oct 07 Sat 10 Nov 07

Sat 10 Nov 07 Sat 24 Nov 07

Sat 17 Nov 07 Sat 01 Dec 07

Sat 24 Nov 07 Sat 08 Dec 07

Sat 08 Dec 07 Sat 22 Dec 07

Sat 22 Dec 07 Sat 05 Jan 08

Sat 29 Dec 07 Sat 12 Jan 08

Sat 05 Jan 08 Sat 19 Jan 08

Sat 12 Jan 08 Sat 26 Jan 08

Sat 19 Jan 08 Sat 02 Feb 08

Sat 26 Jan 08 Sat 09 Feb 08

Sat 02 Feb 08 Sat 16 Feb 08

Sat 09 Feb 08 Sat 23 Feb 08

Sat 16 Feb 08 Sat 01 Mar 08

Sat 23 Feb 08 Sat 08 Mar 08

Sat 01 Mar 08 Sat 15 Mar 08

Sat 08 Mar 08 Sat 22 Mar 08

Sat 15 Mar 08 Sat 29 Mar 08

Sat 22 Mar 08 Fri 04 Apr 08

Sat 29 Mar 08 Fri 11 Apr 08

Sat 05 Apr 08 Sat 19 Apr 08

Sat 12 Apr 08 Sat 26 Apr 08

Sat 19 Apr 08 Sat 03 May 08

Sat 26 Apr 08 Sat 10 May 08

Sat 03 May 08 Sat 17 May 08

Price: EUR 709,00 + Local payment of USD 200,00

Included:

Ø 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 1 Dinner

Ø Activities: Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park, entry in Buddha's

birthplace(Lumbini - Nepal), sunrise and sunset candle flower ceremony

(Varanasi), Full support crew for sailing (River Ganges), guided tour of the

Palace Complex (Orchha), Cooking Demonstration (Orchha). Taj Mahal and Red

Fort (Agra), Walking tour of Old Delhi.

Ø Accomodation: Hotels/guesthouses (9 nights), basic guest house (1 night),

river camping (1 night), deluxe air-conditioned tents (2 nights), overnight train

(1 night)

Ø Transport: Train, local public bus, private jeep, cycle and auto-rickshaw, small

river boat, canoe

Not included:

Ø Flight: approx. EUR 850,00

Ø Arrival transfer EUR 28,00 for 1 person, EUR 16,00 per person for 2 arriving on

same flight

Ø Extra accommodation before and after the tour: EUR 22,00 per person for

twin/double, EUR 42,00 per person for single (Delhi); EUR 16,00 per person for

twin/double, EUR 28,00 for single (Kathmandu)

Ø Tipping is an integral part of Indian life and is essential to a smooth trip. To

make things easier your group leader will cover tips for hotel room boys, local

guides and for drivers of private transport the group uses. This does NOT cover

restaurant tips. Any tip that you wish to give your leader in recognition of

excellent service is always appreciated.

Ø US $200 – for the meals which aren´t included + drinks

Ø Approximate costs (per person) for popular optional activities taken in free time

- approrox. US$ 40 (1800 INR)

Red Fort, Delhi – 450 INR

Qutab Minar, Delhi – 250 INR

Akbar's Mausoleum, Agra – 235 INR

Village Safari, Orchha – 150 INR

Sarnath Excursion, Varanasi - approx. 200 INR

Ram Nagar Fort, Varanasi – 10 INR

Elephant ride, Chitwan – 1100 IPR

Swayambhunath, Kathmandu – 30 IPR

Mountain Flight to Everest (120 USD includes flight pick up services to /from

the airport to hotel)

Important Notes:

Travel insurance is compulsory.

Single Travellers:

We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are

designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single

travellers are usually paired in twin share accommodation with someone of the same sex

for the duration of the trip, with the exception of accommodation on some trips which is

on a mixed gender share basis. Prior to or following the trip, single travellers must book

pre and post trip accommodation on a single room basis.

Group size: max 12