Journeys: Discover India, Nepal & Bhutan
26 days, From Delhi to Paro
Journeys: Discover India, Nepal & Bhutan
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
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Tour Overview
THE EXPERIENCE REVEALED
Trip CodeAHKNG
Days26
FromDelhi
ToParo
Countries VisitedBhutan, India, Nepal
Countries VisitedBhutan, India, Nepal
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style
National Geographic Journeys
Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam – all without sacrificing comfort.Service Level
Upgraded
Physical Grading
3 - Average
Trip Type
Small Group
Age Requirement
Trees for Days
Ripple Score
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.
Tour Highlights
WHERE STORIES COME TO LIFE
Included on Day 1
Women With Wheels Transfer
Transfer by a G Adventures-supported project, Women With Wheels. This program provides safe and reliable transport for travellers, while providing a dignified livelihood for local women who once lacked financial opportunities.
Included on Day 2
City Walk
Explore the streets of Delhi with an adolescent tour guide from the G Adventures-supported New Delhi Streetkids Project. As a former street child, your local guide will have a unique perspective on the city and can provide more information on the life of a child in India. The guided tour helps support the guide's college or university tuition.
Included on Day 3
Agra Fort Visit
Enjoy a visit to this impressive Mughal fort made of red sandstone and white marble.
Included on Day 3
Taj Mahal Visit
Cross one off your bucket list as you visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Explore the gorgeous white marble mausoleum, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a testament of his love for his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
Included on Day 4
Abhaneri Stepwell Visit
Walk around the amazing Chand Baori, a tenth century water tank that's an impressive 6.1m (20 ft) deep. Learn about ancient Indian environmentalism—a "baori" is a unique Indian invention for harvesting rainwater.
Included on Day 4
Fatehpur Sikri Visit
Explore the magnificent red sandstone fort city that was once the capital of India's Mughal Empire and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Keep an eye out for elements of different religions, as King Akbar built three palaces for each of his favourite wives—a Hindu, a Muslim, and a Christian—in the city.
Included on Day 5
Amber Fort Visit
Take in the Hindu and Muslim architecture of the beautiful Amber Fort. Wander through the halls and courtyards and admire the intricate details.
Included on Day 6
Meet a Local Historian
In Jaipur, known as the “Pink City,” meet with a local historian and sociology scholar to learn about India’s complex social fabric and traditions, and discuss a range of topics from the country’s belief systems to its architecture.
Included on Day 10
Overnight at a Buddhist Monastery
Experience the serenity of a Buddhist monastery by spending the night in the comfortable accommodations of its guesthouse. Opt to take tea and enjoy the chanting rituals with the approximately 200 resident monks to gain understanding of their everyday life.
Included on Day 10
Swayambhunath Temple Visit
Visit Swayambhunath Buddhist temple and Unesco World Heritage Site, the most ancient and enigmatic of all the holy shrines in Kathmandu.
Included on Day 10
Traditional Weaving and Indigenous Peoples Lecture
Learn about National Geographic grantee Chhing Lhomi, who works to preserve the ancient weaving traditions of the Upper Mustang region. Enjoy a talk from Chhing or one of her collegues about the Himalayan Indigenous Society and their ongoing efforts.
Included on Day 15
Sunrise at Sarangkot
Rise early and experience a spectacular sunrise with a panoramic view of the surrounding Himalayas. The highest altitude on this trek is at 1600 meters.
Included on Day 15
Tibetan Refugee Settlement
Visit the Tashiling Tibetan Refugee Camp, established as a temporary settlement in 1964. Walk through this friendly quarter (now home to over 500 people) before enjoying a traditional lunch at its restaurant to support the community.
Included on Day 18
Chimi Lhakhang Visit
Take a short hike to Chimi Lhakhang, temple of the “Divine Madman." Built in 1499, it is mainly visited today by women as it is known as the temple of fertility.
Included on Day 18
Meet a Buddhist Monk
Meet with a Buddhist monk and scholar in the scenic capital city of Thimphu. Hear him talk about his daily life and Buddhism in general, and gain insight into this tiny kingdom where happiness is the common goal.
Included on Day 19
Punakha Dzong Visit
Visit Punakha Dzong, the winter seat of the Je Khenpo and the Monk Body, remarkably located between the rivers of the Mo (female) Chu and Pho (male) Chu. Arguably, it is the most beautiful Dzong in the country.
Included on Day 21
Family Farm Meal
Visit a family farmhouse in Gangtey Valley for a cooking demonstration and traditional meal. Learn how to make the very spicy ema datshi (chili cheese) and sit down to eat with these welcoming people.
Included on Day 21
Gangtey Goempa Monastery Visit
Enjoy a visit to the monastery of Gangtey Goempa, built in the 16th century and renovated and consecrated in 2008. Be sure to check out the amazing relics inside -- they're said to be the most sacred in all of Bhutan. The architectural design is impressive, too.
Included on Day 22
Buddha Point Visit
Buddha Point is home to Thimphu’s most recognized landmark, the Buddha Dordenma. The statue was commissioned to mark His Majesty the Fourth King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuck’s 60th birthday and was originally made in China before being transported to Thimphu in pieces.
Included on Day 23
Memorial Chorten Visit
The chorten is one of the most prominent religious structures in Thimphu, and for local Bhutanese it is a popular part of their daily prayers. Watch locals walk around the Chorten, spinning the prayer wheels and meditating in this lovely and peaceful spot.Included on Day 24
Kyichu Lhakhang Temple Visit
Enjoy a visit to one of Bhutan's oldest and most beautiful temples. Built in the 7th century, Kyichu Lhakhang Temple boasts stunning art work inside and throughout the courtyards.
Included on Day 25
Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) & Monastery Hike
Hike up to the Taktsang monastery (Tiger’s Nest); containing 13 holy relics, it's considered one of the most venerated pilgrim sites of the Himalayan world.What’s included
- Meals Included23 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 14 dinners
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment:Meet a Local Historian, Jaipur
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment:Local Village Immersion, Alsīsar
The Extras
- Your flightCall us, we can help.
- Meal BudgetAllow USD300-390 for meals not included.
Dates & Availability
The world awaits
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.
Frequently asked questions
Expedition essentials
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Meet a Local Historian, Jaipur
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Local Village Immersion, Alsīsar
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Nepalese Welcome Experience at Avata Wellness, Kathmandu
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Traditional Weaving and Indigenous Peoples Lecture, Kathmandu
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Overnight at a Buddhist Monastery, Pharping
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Neydo Monastery Sunrise Chant, Pharping
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Chitwan Tiger Experience, Royal Chitwan National Park
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Meet a Buddhist Monk, Thimphu
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Family Farm Meal, Gangtey Gonpa
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Lecture on Gross National Happiness, Thimphu
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 Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group.
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Local Village Immersion, Alsīsar
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Nepalese Welcome Experience at Avata Wellness, Kathmandu
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Traditional Weaving and Indigenous Peoples Lecture, Kathmandu
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Overnight at a Buddhist Monastery, Pharping
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Neydo Monastery Sunrise Chant, Pharping
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Chitwan Tiger Experience, Royal Chitwan National Park
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Meet a Buddhist Monk, Thimphu
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Family Farm Meal, Gangtey Gonpa
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Lecture on Gross National Happiness, Thimphu
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 Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group.
23 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 14 dinners
Jaipur
- Jaipur Cooking Class with A Local Family
- Movie at Raj Mandir (200-400INR per person)
Mount Everest
- Everest Flight
Kurintar
- Kurintar Nature walk and Village visit (Free)
Phewa Tāl
- Phewa Lake Boat Tour (600NPR per person)
Kathmandu
- Pashupatinath Ghats and Temple Visit (1000NPR per person)
Paro Airport
- VAST Airport Experience
- Jaipur Cooking Class with A Local Family
- Movie at Raj Mandir (200-400INR per person)
Mount Everest
- Everest Flight
Kurintar
- Kurintar Nature walk and Village visit (Free)
Phewa Tāl
- Phewa Lake Boat Tour (600NPR per person)
Kathmandu
- Pashupatinath Ghats and Temple Visit (1000NPR per person)
Paro Airport
- VAST Airport Experience
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.
However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.
In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.
However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.
In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.