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Begin your combined India and Nepal trip with the discovery of the wonders of Mughal architecture in Rajasthan and the magic of the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Then you cross the Indian plains of Madhya Pradesh, passing through the romantic city of Orchha, located on the shores of the Betwa and Khajuraho Rivers.
You have the chance to experience a night aboard an Indian train, as you make your way to the most sacred city of India: Varanasi where you embark by boat on the Ganges to observe the rituals of thousands of faithful more closely. The second chapter of your India and Nepal trip brings you on a magical flight over the Himalayas to reach the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal.
This combined India and Nepal trip is a unique journey punctuated by encounters with smiling and warm inhabitants. A journey where the peace and tranquillity of religious places blend with the fervour and intensity of Indian cities. Between culture, religion and spirituality, this trip introduces you to the highlights of India and Nepal. You also have the opportunity to extend your program in order to have a more in-depth discovery of Nepal. Based both in New Delhi and Kathmandu, our Travel Experts are there to advise you and help you build your tailor-made trip.
Welcome to India and the start of your India and Nepal trip! Your driver greets you at the airport and brings you to your hotel in New Delhi where you drop off your belongings. Driven by curiosity, you set out to discover the great diversity of the Indian capital. While strolling through the old city, you visit the Jama Masjid mosque, the largest mosque of India and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, the temple of the ancient Sikh Indian religion, made entirely of white marble, topped with a golden dome and decorated with a large basin for ablutions of the faithful. South of the city, admire the sublime modern architecture at the Lotus Temple. Night at the hotel.
Welcome to India and the start of your India and Nepal trip! Your driver greets you at the airport and brings you to your hotel in New Delhi where you drop off your belongings. Driven by curiosity, you set out to discover the great diversity of the Indian capital. While strolling through the old city, you visit the Jama Masjid mosque, the largest mosque of India and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, the temple of the ancient Sikh Indian religion, made entirely of white marble, topped with a golden dome and decorated with a large basin for ablutions of the faithful. South of the city, admire the sublime modern architecture at the Lotus Temple. Night at the hotel.
After breakfast, you leave the fervour of Delhi and take the road to Agra, a city that is a perfect example of Mughal architecture and an essential part of your trip to India. Take a tour on the other bank of the Yamuna River where the Mughal mausoleum of Itimad-ud-Daulah is located. This tomb represents the transition of Mughal architecture from red sandstone to its second phase with white marble and is often considered the draft of the Taj Mahal. Then, visit the must-see Red Fort of Agra. From the ramparts of this impressive UNESCO-protected red sandstone citadel, you will be greeted by a breath-taking view of the surrounding landscape and the splendid Taj Mahal. Enjoy your evening and night at the hotel.
After breakfast, you leave the fervour of Delhi and take the road to Agra, a city that is a perfect example of Mughal architecture and an essential part of your trip to India. Take a tour on the other bank of the Yamuna River where the Mughal mausoleum of Itimad-ud-Daulah is located. This tomb represents the transition of Mughal architecture from red sandstone to its second phase with white marble and is often considered the draft of the Taj Mahal. Then, visit the must-see Red Fort of Agra. From the ramparts of this impressive UNESCO-protected red sandstone citadel, you will be greeted by a breath-taking view of the surrounding landscape and the splendid Taj Mahal. Enjoy your evening and night at the hotel.
Wake up at dawn to witness the magic of the Taj Mahal unfold little by little under the first light of the rising sun. The marble, inlaid with precious stones, is shaded with golden tones at this time, revealing such a mirage, worthy of its title as one of the Seven Wonders of the World - definitely one of the unforgettable moments of your trip! Your driver then takes you to Gwalior, a rural and traditional town where you visit the stunning fort and have lunch. Then, explore a forgotten palace set amidst the beautiful scenery of the lake and greenery of Datia before continuing to Orchha, a peaceful village nestled on the banks of the Betwa River. Night at the hotel.
Wake up at dawn to witness the magic of the Taj Mahal unfold little by little under the first light of the rising sun. The marble, inlaid with precious stones, is shaded with golden tones at this time, revealing such a mirage, worthy of its title as one of the Seven Wonders of the World - definitely one of the unforgettable moments of your trip! Your driver then takes you to Gwalior, a rural and traditional town where you visit the stunning fort and have lunch. Then, explore a forgotten palace set amidst the beautiful scenery of the lake and greenery of Datia before continuing to Orchha, a peaceful village nestled on the banks of the Betwa River. Night at the hotel.
This morning, you wake up in the state of Madhya Pradesh, which means central province" in Hindi and start your day by visiting the 16th century Raja Mahal royal palaces and the Jahangir Mahal, built in the 17th century. Next, continue your cultural tour by visiting the citadel, which has a history associated with the Rajput chivalry of the Middle Ages, and the Man Mandir Palace, famous for the colourful earthenware tiles in various shades of blue, green and ochre that decorate its walls. You will then return to Khajuraho, observing Indian life through the window between multi-coloured Tata trucks, small houses made of stone or decorated with pastel shutters and women in colourful saris. Night at the hotel.
This morning, you wake up in the state of Madhya Pradesh, which means central province" in Hindi and start your day by visiting the 16th century Raja Mahal royal palaces and the Jahangir Mahal, built in the 17th century. Next, continue your cultural tour by visiting the citadel, which has a history associated with the Rajput chivalry of the Middle Ages, and the Man Mandir Palace, famous for the colourful earthenware tiles in various shades of blue, green and ochre that decorate its walls. You will then return to Khajuraho, observing Indian life through the window between multi-coloured Tata trucks, small houses made of stone or decorated with pastel shutters and women in colourful saris. Night at the hotel.
