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Kathmandu to Delhi
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
15 days (Kathmandu to Delhi)
Highlights:
Experience the unique cultures of India and Nepal, Spot wild Nepalese chickens in Chitwan, Slurp down a daal in Kathmandu, Visit the birthplace of Buddha, Soak up the spirituality of Varanasi, Discover ancient stone temples in Orchha, See the Taj Majal, Bargain up a storm in a Delhi bazaar
Trip Code:
NSK
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 1, Maximum 12
Price:
USD $1025
*(plus local payment NPR Rs15000)
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Extras:
view 2008 airport transfers and pre- & post-trip accommodation prices
From the rich wildlife of the Himalayan foothills to the birthplace of Buddha and across the sacred Ganges, take a journey that will capture your heart and imagination. Between Kathmandu and Delhi explore ancient temples, colourful markets and vast, striking landscapes on an adventure that will bring your senses alive.
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meals included: 3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinner
transport: Overnight train, private jeep, boat, canoe, local bus, cycle and auto rickshaw
accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (10 nts), camping (1 nt), deluxe air-conditioned tents/cottage (2 nts), overnight train (1 nt)
budget: Allow USD $200 for meals not included.
departs: Selected Sat
Days 1-2 Kathmandu
Walk through Kathmandu's maze of bazaars and maybe visit Durbar Square, home to the Kumari Devi or 'living goddess'.
Days 3-5 Chitwan National Park
Explore the Chitwan National Park by foot and jeep to experience some of the best wildlife viewing in Asia. Spot rhinos, deers, monkeys and even wild Nepalese chickens.
Day 6 Lumbini
The final stop in Nepal is at the border town of Lumbini. It was here that Siddhartha Gautama, better known as Buddha, was born.
Day 7 Varanasi
The change of scenery from Nepal to India is immediate - you know you are in India when you are greeted by holy cows cruising along the highway.
Day 8 River Ganges Boat Trip
What better way to experience the sacred River Ganges than by boat?
Days 9-10 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.
Days 11-12 Orchha
By the banks of the Betwa River sits Orchha, an historical masterpiece of stone temples and palaces. Explore the grand stone buildings untouched by modern life and scattered across the countryside.
Day 13 Agra
Visit one of the finest monuments ever constructed, the Taj Mahal. The 'teardrop on the face of eternity' was built as a memorial for Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan's wife.
Days 14-15 Delhi
India's capital is alive with historical sights, museums, galleries and endless bazaars. The ruins of Qtab Minar, the Indira Gandhi Museum and Birla house are all worth visiting.
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| Sat 30 Aug 08 | Sat 13 Sep 08 | bookings closed | |
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Great trip, great guide, really glad we did it but wouldn't repeat the same trip again.
Kevin Clarke
overall good.
Mathew Knott
Great trip, great itinerary and great fun
Tristan Banks
It was a fantastic tour, I had the time of my life and the guide was second to none. There was a problem at the beginning of the tour due to a discrepancy with the local payment, most of the group were expecting to pay $200 but were then asked to pay 16000 NRs, which works out to be $40 more. This is through no fault of our guide, the literature needs to be corrected as it is unfair to charge a different(higher) amount to originally stated.
Victoria Mear
This trip is varied and interesting, but I wouldn't recommend it early in the season (August/September) as some of the activities do not suit the heat and humidity!
Sarah Read
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