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Himalayan Adventure: India, Nepal & Bhutan

20 days, Delhi to Paro

20 days

Delhi to Paro

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Valid on Nov 9 2025
Trip Code: AHDB

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Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Rating: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 15, avg 12

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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20 days

Delhi to Paro

From$3449USD
was $4599
Valid on Nov 9 2025
Trip Code: AHDB

Need a flight? We can help.

Call us to book your flights! We'll find you the best option!

Special Offers

Expires on Oct 01, 2025 03:59 UTC
Promo Code G26SDQ025ASI02

See how your trip uplifts communities

In a number of impactful ways, your adventure directly benefits the local people and places we visit.

Trees for Days

Help us spread love around the world with Trees for Days. Together with Planeterra, we'll plant one tree in your name for every travel day.

Trees planted for this trip: 20

Ripple Score

Create ripples that change lives. The higher the Ripple Score percentage, the more money stays in the local communities you visit.

Ripple Score for this trip: 100

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Places visited

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.

Itinerary

Day 1Delhi

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included through the G Adventures-supported Women With Wheels project.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your G for Good Moment Women With Wheels Transfer| Your Welcome Moment Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Day 2Delhi/Āgra

Enjoy a youth-led walk through the backstreets of Delhi with G Adventures-supported project, City Walk. Observe a different perspective of Delhi while supporting at-risk youth in the community. Later, explore Old Delhi and travel onward to Agra, home of the Taj Mahal.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your G for Good Moment City Walk

Day 3Āgra

Set eyes on the sparkling Taj Mahal at sunrise before exploring more of this famous landmark. In the afternoon, visit the I'timad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj) and the Agra Fort.

Day 4Āgra/Dhula Village

Stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the now-deserted former capital of the Mughals, and a stunningly preserved UNESCO site. Visit the Abhaneri Stepwell and marvel at this uniquely Indian water harvesting system. In the afternoon, travel to Dhula Village and get a closer look at rural life in Rajasthan. Tonight, settle in to your cozy tent then opt to relax by the fire and take in the starry night sky.

Day 5Dhula Village/Jaipur

Continue to the pink city of Jaipur. Along the way, try your hand at block printing with the women of the Anoothi Project before arriving at your hotel. Built according to Hindu architectural principles, Jaipur utilizes a unique organization unlike anywhere else in India.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your G for Good Moment Anoothi Block Printing Experience

Day 6Jaipur

Enjoy a visit to the Amber Fort, famous for its mixture of Hindu and Muslim architecture. After, visit the City Palace and have a photo opportunity at Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds).

Day 7Jaipur/Delhi

If you aren't afraid of heights, opt for a morning hot air balloon ride over Jaipur. Return to Delhi in the afternoon and enjoy free time to explore more of the bustling city.

Day 8Delhi/Kathmandu

Catch a flight from Delhi to Kathmandu today where you will enjoy free time in the city before a walk with the group in Patan Durbar Square.

Day 9Kathmandu

Take a guided tour of the royal city of Bhaktapur and visit the most ancient shrine in Kathmandu, Swayambhunath Temple. Enjoy a cooking demonstration and learn how to make Nepalese momos (dumplings). Afterwards, taste the delicious dishes made during an authentic local lunch. The evening is free to do as you please.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your G for Good Moment Nepalese Dumplings Cooking Demonstration

Meals included:

Lunch

Day 10Kathmandu/Pokhara

Drive across the mountains to beautiful Pokhara. Immerse yourself in the views of the spectacular Annapurna Range. Upon arrival set out on an orientation walk along Phewa Lake.

Day 11Pokhara

Spend the day as you please, indulging in a variety of optional activities in Pokhara. Find a cute cafe to sip some tea in or maybe go for a short hike in the Annapurna ranges. You could also walk up to Sarangkot for incredible views or spend time boating in Phewa lake and walk through the gardens.

Day 12Pokhara to Chitwan National Park

Leave Pokhara behind and transfer by private vehicle to Chitwan. Upon arrival enjoy a welcome by the Chitwan Community Guesthouse.

Travel to this UNESCO World Heritage Site and enjoy an overnight cultural experience with the indigenous Tharu community. Experience their culture through dance and song, along with a traditional meal in the familial dining area. In the evening, retreat back to your private thatched cottage to watch the buffalo and goats roaming about.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your G for Good Moment Barauli Community Immersion| Your Local Living Moment Barauli Community Guesthouse Stay

Meals included:

Dinner

Day 13Chitwan National Park

Take a 4x4 jeep safari through the national park and search for the elusive tiger.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Local Living Moment Barauli Community Guesthouse Stay

Day 14Chitwan National Park to Kathmandu

Travel back to the capital city and enjoy a free evening for last minute shopping and exploring.

Day 15Kathmandu to Thimphu via Paro

Fly from Nepal to Bhutan today for the start of the next leg of your adventure. Transfer to Thimphu from the Paro airport and opt to grab dinner with the group.

Meals included:

Dinner

Day 16Thimphu

Visit the National Memorial Chorten, the Buddha Point, and Motithang Takin Preserve. In the evening, visit Tashichho Dzong.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 17Thimphu/Punākha

Travel to Punakha in the morning crossing Dochula Pass. After a pleasant stop for views enjoy a short hike to Chimi Lhakhang Temple learning about its historical significance. In the afternoon explore the stunning Punakha Dzong.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 18Punākha/Paro

Take a scenic drive back to Paro this morning with a few stops en route. Upon arrival the group will visit the Paro Dzong as well as the local archery grounds. This evening you'll have free time to wander and indulge as you please.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 19Paro

Enjoy a morning hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest). The hike is about 7km and offers a chance to visit 13 holy relics, at a place considered to be one of the most venerated pilgrim sites of the Himalayan world. After finishing the hike you'll have the rest of the evening free to explore more of Paro on your own before one last dinner with the group.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 20Paro

Depart at any time. Airport transfer included.

Meals included:

Breakfast
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What's Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Women With Wheels Transfer, Indira Gandhi International Airport
  • Your G for Good Moment: City Walk, Delhi
  • Your G for Good Moment: Anoothi Block Printing Experience, Jaipur
  • Your G for Good Moment: Nepalese Dumplings Cooking Demonstration, Kathmandu
  • Your G for Good Moment: Barauli Community Immersion, Royal Chitwan National Park
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Local Living Moment: Barauli Community Guesthouse Stay, Royal Chitwan National Park
  • Sustainable Development Fees
  • Agra Fort visit
  • Taj Mahal visit
  • I'timad-ud-daulah (Baby Taj) entrance
  • Fatephur Sikri visit
  • Jaipur City Palace entrance and guided tours
  • Abhaneri stepwell visit
  • Guided tour of Bhaktapur City
  • Nepalese Dumplings Cooking Demonstration
  • Swayambhunath Temple Visit
  • Chitwan National Park 4x4 safari
  • Cycling through villages in Chitwan
  • Memorial Chorten & Motithang Takin Preserve visit
  • Tashichho Dzong visit
  • Chimi Lakhang Hike
  • Explore Paro Dzong and Archery grounds
  • Hike to Taktsang Monastery Tiger's Nest
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
  • Flights from India to Nepal and Nepal to Bhutan

Accommodations

Hotels (16 nts), comfortable tented camp (1 nt), guesthouse/cottage (2 nts).

Meals

5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners
Allow USD395-515 for meals not included.

Transportation

Private bus, 4x4, walking/hiking, private vehicle, taxis, auto-rickshaw, cycle- rickshaw, flight from India to Nepal and Nepal to Bhutan.

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)

Everest Flight - From $260.00

Get a close look at awesome Mt Everest, the highest mountain in the world, without having to do any climbing; this one-hour plane tour will give you an unforgettable experience. At times, the weather may cover Everest, but the surrounding view is still worth the ride!

Jaipur Balloon Ride - From $280.00

Begin your day at dawn, just as the sun starts to rise. As you drift into the sky, enjoy the silence and serenity of the morning, watching as the day starts for the colourfully dressed inhabitants below. From high in the sky, you may float over rolling hills, villages teeming with life, and a small monastery. You may even spot elephants—if luck is on your side. Available September 1 - April 30.

Jaipur Cooking Class with a local family - From $25.00

Join a local family in Jaipur as they welcome you into their home and share their recipes and best-loved dishes with you. Get hands-on with the ingredients and learn how to prepare Pakoda (Pakora), vegetable dishes and Indian breads such as chapatis and puris. Once the hard work is done, get to know your hosts over lunch. Savor the flavours of your creations with the additions of other vegtable dishes, daal and raita, and finish the meal with a sweet treat.

Jaipur Cycle Tour - From $35.00

With its many lanes and organized layout, Jaipur is the perfect location to explore by bicycle. Choosing to cycle through the city on this morning tour will introduce you to sights, sounds and smells that a vehicle just can't match, so grab a helmet and jump on your bike! Navigate the streets of the 'Pink City' with the help of your experienced guide, starting the day with a traditional Indian yoghurt drink of Lassi. Marvel at the architectural wonders as you enter the walled part of the city and stop at the City Palace to visit the Govind Dev temple. Wander through the historical spices and sweets market, stopping for tea and a tasty snack of pakoras before heading towards the majestic Albert Hall Museum where the tour ends. Taxi transfers from the hotel to the starting point and from the finishing point back to the hotel are included in the price of this cycle tour.

My Own Room - From $819.00

If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.

Make it a private tour

Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.

Himalayan Adventure: India, Nepal & Bhutan

| 20 days - Delhi to Paro - from $3449 USD