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Delhi to Kathmandu: River Walks & Epic Wildlife
15 days, Delhi to Kathmandu
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India and Nepal are less places to see than places to do, and this fast-paced 15-day tour ensures you live every moment to the fullest. With other youthful travellers, you'll sail the Ganges, have the opportunity to take a jeep safari in Chitwan National Park, and breathe deeply in the Himalayas of Nepal. It's a mix of classics like the Taj Majal and backpacker faves like Pushkar wrapped up in a riot of colour. And we do the planning but leave the choice of excursions up to you. Don't just explore South Asia — live it.
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Trip Code: AHDU
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 18, avg 14.
Age requirement: 18-39
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Itinerary Notes
Want to experience the sights and sounds of Holi? Make sure you’re in India on March 14, 2025 or March 4, 2026 for the nation’s most colourful festival.
ARRIVAL DAY:
Please note that the Welcome Meeting and Delhi Orientation Walk for this tour begins at 2:00pm on Day 1.
Itinerary
Day 1Delhi
Arrive at any time. Visit the India Gate and Connaught Place in the evening.
Day 2Delhi/Pushkar
Take in the great vibe of this town on an orientation walk. Opt for an afternoon camel ride.
Day 3Pushkar/Jaipur
Hike up to Savitri Temple in the morning to watch a gorgeous sunrise in Pushkar, then travel on to Jaipur. Enjoy an orientation walk.
Day 4Jaipur
Take a guided tour of the Amber Fort, then enjoy some free time to explore Jaipur.
Day 5Jaipur/Āgra
Enjoy a guided tour of the impressive Taj Mahal.
Day 6Āgra/Varanasi
Opt to visit Agra Fort and Baby Taj. Take an overnight train to Varanasi.
Day 7Varanasi
Take an orientation walk along ghats and the old city. Head to the temples and explore, or hop on a boat and sail the Ganges at sunrise or sunset.
Day 9Varanasi/Lumbini
Step back in time and check out Buddha's birthplace.
Day 10Lumbini/Chitwan National Park
Take an orientation walk of Barauli town, then opt for a bike ride. Enjoy an overnight homestay with the indigenous Tharu community.
Day 11Chitwan National Park
Enjoy a free day to explore the surrounding village and rice paddies before spending another night with the Tharu community. Opt to take a jeep safari through Chitwan National Park.
Day 12Chitwan National Park/Pokhara
Get your bearings in town on an orientation walk. Opt to go paragliding or catch a Himalayan sunrise up Mt Sarangkot.
Day 13Pokhara
Visit the Sisterhood of Survivors Project, a grassroots organization that trains survivors of human-trafficking to become certified paralegals. Explore Pokhara during free time in the afternoon.
Meals included:
LunchDay 14Pokhara/Kathmandu
Travel the last leg of this trip through the wild, rugged Himalayan landscape to Nepal’s capital and largest city, Kathmandu. Get a feel for the city on an orientation walk. As Kathmandu is fascinating at every turn, simply wander around and see where chance, fate, or the city may lead you. Opt to check out world-famous Durbar Square, the King’s Palace, the burning ghats at Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath Stupa.
Day 15Kathmandu
Depart at any time. Opt for an Everest flight this morning, if weather permits.
What's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Sisterhood of Survivors Project, Pokhara
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Varanasi
- Your Local Living Moment: Barauli Community Guesthouse Stay, Royal Chitwan National Park
- India Gate and Connaught Place visit
- Guided tour of the Amber Fort and the Taj Mahal
- Savitri Temple sunrise hike
- Visit to Buddha's birthplace
- Orientation walks in Pushkar, Jaipur, Varanasi, Pokhara, and Kathmandu
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Simple hotels (11 nts), sleeper train (1 nt), homestay (2 nt).
Meals
1 lunch
Allow USD355-465 for meals not included.
Transportation
Train, metro, local bus, charter bus, rickshaw.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Departures
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