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Golden Triangle & Kathmandu Valley

India & Nepal in 12 Days, 10 Nights in Destination

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Our classic tour of India's Golden Triangle combined with an unforgettable journey through Nepal, home of the Himalayas.

Trip Highlights

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    Kathmandu
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    Patan
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    Agra
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    Delhi
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    Jaipur

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  1. All flights

  2. Accommodation

  3. All transfers

  4. Activities

  5. Breakfast only

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  4. Add up to 4 nights to your stay

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Itinerary

From the bustling streets of Delhi to the pink city of Jaipur and the historic, romantic Agra, your time in India will be awe-inspiring. Head to Nepal and Kathmandu, to discover the ancient history and bustling atmosphere of the capital.

1st Day: US - Night on board

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Are you ready to experience the land of a thousand colours? Pack your bags and set off to your departure airport ready for your flight* to Delhi, India's vibrant capital! Night on board.

*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

2nd Day: Delhi

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Arrive in the capital of India and transfer to the hotel for check-in*. Delhi is a city with an impressive architectural legacy that boasts a spectacular historical centre. The rest of the day is free to rest or to get to know this lively, fascinating city. Overnight stay in Delhi**.

*You will have the option to add early check-in on arrival in the next step of the booking process. To guarantee optional services, we recommend that you add them to your current booking, as they are subject to availability.

**Upgrade to half-board in India by adding 6 dinners in the next step of the booking process.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Park Plaza Delhi CBD Shah... or similar
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2844 Reviews

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3rd Day: Delhi

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, visit Old Delhi including the Jama Masjid Royal Mosque and the lively Chandni Chowk Street. Ride a rickshaw around the Red Fort, the former residence of the Imperial Family.

Admire the Raj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. In the afternoon, explore New Delhi, passing through the India Gate, the Mausoleum of Emperor Humayun, the majestic government buildings and the Presidential Palace. Overnight stay in Delhi.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Park Plaza Delhi CBD Shah... or similar
tripadvisor rating

2844 Reviews

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Activities

included
Tour of Old Delhi

Moderate

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included
Guided Tour with Panoramic View of New Delhi

Moderate

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4th Day: Delhi - Jaipur

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Breakfast at the hotel. Leave by road to Jaipur, known as the Pink City. Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, was built in 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Its architecture is a magnificent confluence of Hindu, Jain and Mughal architectural styles.

Arrive and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is yours to get to know this vibrant city. In the evening light, the pink-coloured buildings exude a magical glow, complemented by the camel-drawn carts that are characteristic of the streets. Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Estimated transfer distance: 165 miles / 265 km. Approximate duration: 5 hours.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Golden Tulip Jaipur or similar
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2891 Reviews

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5th Day: Jaipur

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Breakfast at the hotel. Set off for the Hawa Mahal, Palace of the Winds, on your way to the Amber Fort. Explore the majestic Amber Fort with a Jeep transfer. In the interior, cross the premises of the palace Jag Mandir and the famous Sheesh Mahal, a room embedded with beautifully bright pieces of mirror.

Continue with a city tour of Jaipur including a visit to the Palace of the Maharaja, former royal residence, where a part of it has been converted into a museum. Also experience the wonder of the Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory in the world, made of marble. Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Golden Tulip Jaipur or similar
tripadvisor rating

2891 Reviews

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Activities

included
Visit to the Amber Fort

Active

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included
Photo Stop at the Palace of the Winds

Light

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included
City Tour of Jaipur

Moderate

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6th Day: Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra

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Breakfast at the hotel. Leave for Agra and along the way visit Fatehpur Sikri, an impressive historic town. Next, pass by Buland Darwaza, the largest gate in the world.

Arrive in Agra and enjoy a world of contrasting colours of red sandstone and white marble with an irresistible charm that made this the favourite city of the Mughals. Transfer to the hotel and check-in.

Afterwards visit the Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Inside the fort, discover the picturesque Pearl Mosque. Return to the hotel and overnight stay in Agra.

Estimated transfer distance: 147 miles / 235 km. Approximate duration: 5 hours and 30 minutes.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Royale Regent or similar
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187 Reviews

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Activities

included
Visit Fatehpur Sikri

Moderate

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included
Visit to the Agra Fort

Moderate

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7th Day: Agra - Delhi

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, experience the legendary splendour of the Taj Mahal, the ivory-white marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna river and a universal symbol of love.

This UNESCO World Heritage Site was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his beloved wife. Afterwards, enjoy an afternoon drive back to Delhi. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Delhi.

Estimated transfer distance: 130 miles / 210 km. Approximate duration: 4 hours and 30 minutes.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Park Plaza Delhi CBD Shah... or similar
tripadvisor rating

2844 Reviews

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Activities

included
Taj Mahal Visit

Light

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8th Day: Delhi - Kathmandu

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Breakfast at the hotel. Early in the morning, you will be transferred to the airport to board the flight to Kathmandu. Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel*. The largest urban area in Nepal, Kathmandu has a population of 2.5 million inhabitants. The capital is situated at 1,400 meters above sea level in a picturesque, bowl-shaped valley in central Nepal. Spend the day exploring the city at your leisure. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

*You will have the option to add early check-in on arrival in the next step of the booking process. To guarantee optional services, we recommend that you add them to your current booking, as they are subject to availability.

**You have the possibility to upgrade to half-board in Nepal by adding 4 dinners in the next step of the booking process.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Tibet or similar
tripadvisor rating

636 Reviews

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9th Day: Kathmandu

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Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a guided visit to Boudhanath and Pashupatinath. Start your journey at Boudhanath, an awe-inspiring Buddhist stupa that ranks among the largest in the world and stands as a key icon of Nepal. Set on an octagonal base and surrounded by the peaceful homes of Lamas, this sacred site offers a unique spiritual experience. Next, explore the Pashupatinath Hindu Temple, located on the east bank of the river. This ancient and significant temple, dedicated to Shiva, is nestled in a stunning natural setting. After your tour, enjoy a free afternoon to leisurely explore the city or pick up any last-minute souvenirs. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Tibet or similar
tripadvisor rating

636 Reviews

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Activities

included
Half Day Excursion to visit Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa

Light

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10th Day: Kathmandu - Patan - Kathmandu

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Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, consider joining our optional flight-seeing excursion to Mount Everest* for a breathtaking aerial view. Then, head out to explore the medieval streets of Kathmandu and immerse yourself in the rich and vibrant culture of the Newari people. Begin with a visit to the Ason market, the city’s oldest shopping area, renowned for its vibrant vegetable and spice stalls. This lively intersection connects to various streets where you can experience traditional culture and admire the distinctive local architecture.

Continue to explore through jammed bazaars and visit the Kumari Temple which houses the living Goddess Kumari and is a great example of Nepal’s magnificent architecture with its intricate wood carvings of gods and various symbols. Enjoy an external view of the Taleju Temple followed by a visit to Kal Bhairab.

In the afternoon, we step into the Temple of Swayambhunath - a stupa on the top of hill - which is one of the most prominent Buddhist pilgrimage sites, for an overlook the scenery of Kathmandu Valley. Later proceed to Patan city (about 15 minutes driving) to visit the Patan Durbar Square - the oldest of the three cities in the Kathmandu Valley and one of the oldest Buddhist City in the world. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

*Optional Mount Everest Flight-seeing Excursion: Enjoy one-hour long sightseeing on a fixed-wing aircraft for an experience of a lifetime. All the spectacular glaciers, snow-capped peaks and gorges glide below as you fly towards Mt. Everest. Includes a flight certificate awarded at the end of the excursion. Return to Kathmandu to begin the rest of the day sightseeing.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Tibet or similar
tripadvisor rating

636 Reviews

See our full selection

Activities

included
Excursion to Kathmandu

Moderate

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Optional
Mount Everest Flight-Seeing

Light

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11th Day: Kathmandu - Bhaktapur - Kathmandu

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, visit Bhaktapur, known as the City of the Devotees, to admire the great architectural beauty of this royal city of the Kathmandu Valley. Also declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bhaktapur is the best-preserved historical centre in the valley. The Royal Palace stands out, whose entrance door is a masterpiece in embossed art, as does the Nyatapola Temple, known as the Temple of the Five Roofs, which is a pagoda of five magnificently sculpted floors and one of the highest in the country.

Later, continue to the oldest temple in the Kathmandu Valley, the Changu Narayan Temple located in the Changu village and dedicated to the god Vishnu. From here there is a beautiful view of the surroundings. Return to the hotel and overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Tibet or similar
tripadvisor rating

636 Reviews

See our full selection

Activities

included
Excursion to Bhaktapur

Moderate

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12th Day: Kathmandu - US

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Breakfast at the hotel*. Sadly, it’s time to end your journey through India and Nepal. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Arrive in the US and end your trip**.

*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

**Depending on the choice of flight, you may arrive back in the US the next day.

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Accommodation: 10 Nights

Included activities

Included

Tour of Old Delhi

Included activity for day 3 in Delhi

Explore Old Delhi, seeing sites like the Jama Masjid Royal Mosque and Chandi Chow Street. End at Raj Ghat, where Indian leader Mahatma Gandhi was cremated.

Duration 03:15h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Moderate

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Included

Guided Tour with Panoramic View of New Delhi

Included activity for day 3 in Delhi

Embark on a tour of New Delhi with a spectacular panoramic view of the city, where you will be stopping by its most emblematic sites, including the India Gate, the Mausoleum of Emperor Humayun and the Presidential Palace.

Duration 02:30h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Moderate

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Included

Visit to the Amber Fort

Included activity for day 5 in Jaipur

Embark on an exciting Jeep transfer to the atmospheric Amber Fort! Here you can see the palace of Jag Mandir and the famous Sheesh Mahal, a room embedded with bright pieces of mirror, all the while imagining the glamorous lives of the Maharajas.

Duration 03:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Active

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Photo Stop at the Palace of the Winds

Included activity for day 5 in Jaipur

Make a photo stop at the legendary Hawa Mahal, the Palace of the Winds, one of India's most beloved historic buildings with a fascinating past.

Duration 00:20h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Light

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Available Activities

Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
Optional

Mount Everest Flight-Seeing

Suggested activity for day 10 in Everest

One hour long sightseeing on a fixed-wing aircraft. All the spectacular glaciers, snow-capped peaks and gorges glide below as you fly towards Mt. Everest. Includes a flight certificate awarded at the end of the excursion.

Duration 01:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Light

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The price includes

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  • Departures from main US airports.
  • International flights: US - Delhi, Kathmandu - US.*
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  • Flights: Delhi - Kathmandu.**
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  • 10 nights accomodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.
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  • 10 Breakfasts.***
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  • Transfers in air conditioned vehicle.
  • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.****
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  • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
  • Private transfers in Delhi, airport-hotel-airport, with complimentary bottled water.
  • English-speaking guide.
  • Rickshaw ride in Delhi.
  • Jeep Transfer to the Amber Fort.

*The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

Not included

Indian visa and Nepalese Visa (required), drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

Indian visa: If you are traveling to India with a US passport, you will require an Indian visa. For other passport holders, we recommend that you check with the Indian Embassy for further details: https://www.indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.htm

*Note: We would like to remind you that tipping is not mandatory, but it is a common practice in the tourism industry. We recommend leaving tips of approximately 8 to 10 USD per day for tour guides, and 5 to 7 USD per day for drivers. Additionally, we suggest leaving a tip of 0.50 USD per suitcase for hotel staff to show your appreciation for their service.

Nepalese visa: If you are travelling to Nepal with a US passport, you will require a Nepalese visa. For other passport holders, we recommend that you check with the Nepalese Embassy for further details.

*Due to the customs clearance rule of the government of India, if your flight calls at another city in India before arriving in Delhi, confirm at the departure desk in the US whether you should pick up your suitcase and pass customs control at the airport where the connection is made. Remember that if the flight stops in Mumbai you will need to pick up your luggage. Keep in mind that normally this whole process takes approximately 60 minutes.

**Documentation of the internal flights will be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.


About India:

***You have the possibility to upgrade to half-board in India by adding 6 dinners and in Nepal by adding 4 dinners in the next step of the booking process.

****The order of the itinerary may differ depending on your arrival day at the destination.

Monday/Friday: 2 nights in Delhi at the beginning, 1 night in Delhi at the end.

Tuesday/ Saturday: 1 night in Delhi at the beginning, 2 nights in Delhi at the end.

This is a fast-paced itinerary that includes a comprehensive number of sights and activities in order to give you the most complete experience of the Golden Triangle! You can expect several early morning departures and many driving miles during some days.

Note: We would like to inform you that some hotels may offer only vegetarian options for breakfast and dinner. This is a common practice in certain establishments and is part of the local culinary experience they provide. If you have any special dietary preferences, we recommend informing the hotel staff in advance so they can accommodate your needs accordingly.

  • India
  • Nepal
    • Entry requirements

      Passport with a minimum of six months validity beyond date of visa application and two blank passport pages.

    • Visa

      A visa is required to enter the country. Issued by the embassy or online E-Visa application one month before arrival in the country.

    • Currency

      Indian Rupee.

    • Language

      Hindi and English.

    • Electricity

      220 V in the majority of the country. Electrical sockets are European style however an adapter may be useful.

    • Health

      High levels of air pollution during winter (October to February). Northern cities are the most affected.

    • Time zone

      UTC + 5:30.

    • Other useful information

      Foreigners cannot bring Indian Rupees into the country, although you can bring foreign currency and exchange it once you arrive.

    • Tourist Office website

      http://www.incredibleindia.org/

    Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

    Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

    In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.

    Tips in India are subject to the decision of the client based on the level of satisfaction of the service provided and the experience in general. Taking into account that they are not obligatory, they are usually expected.

    If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 888-488-0592 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.

    While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection. 

    Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.

    Booster seats: Not available in all destinations. Feel free to take your own if you need one.

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