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Duration : 120 Days
Destination Covered : India, Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet - 4 month trip |
Brief Tour Schedule
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Meeting and greetings on arrival at Delhi airport and transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 02 : At Delhi
Morning after breakfast at the hotel commence full day tour of Old and New Delhi. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Delhi to Shimla by car
Early morning transfer to New Delhi Railway Station to board Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Shimla and check in at the hotel on arrival.
Day 04: Shimla
Shimla the summer capital of Britishers. Sight seeing of various places in and around. Overnight Hotel at Shimla.
Day 05: Shimla to Sarahan
The Drive today takes you to the place known for the temple of Goddess Bhima Kali.174Kms/7 hrs.Overnight at Hotel.
Day 06: Sarahan to Sangla
Early morning after visit to the holy temple of Godess Bhimakali. Bhimakali Temple, a wonderful mixture of Buddhist and Hindu architecture.O/N Camp at Sangla.
Day 07: Sangla
After beakfast visit to the Kamru Fort and later excursion to chitkul village. O/N camp at Sangla.
Day 08 : Sangla to Kalpa - 64 Kms/04 hrs.
Enroute visiting Rekong Peo and the new Buddhist monastery. In the evening visit to the Kalpa village where we can witness the traditional houses and temple of the Vishnu and Shiva which opens only in the evening for evening prayer.O/N at Hotel.
Day 09 : Kalpa
After breakfast a walk to a nearby village Ragi nearly two Kilometers from the hotel which offers a good opportunity to observe the lifestyle of the inhabitants, its architecture, custom religion and culture. O/N at Hotel.
Day 10 : Kalpa to Nako. (3959M)
A distance of 122Kms and six hour drive.Enroute visiting Kanum monastery, library of Kangyur, Gompa Labrang, main temple of Gelugpa Landup Ganfel Gompa (Khache Lakhang), the Gompa of Tashi Cholling, Morang and Labrang villages. Overnight Camp near village.
Day 11 : Nako to Tabo
After breakfast journey starts to witness the Ajanta of Himalayas. It is a distance of 64Kms and a drive of three hour.Overnight camp at Tabo.
Day 12 : Tabo to Pin Valley
In the Morning visit to see the Ajanta s of Himalayas oldest caves on barren mountains of Tabo.Evening drive to the largest village of the Spiti Sagnam Overnight at Camp at Sagnam.
Day 13: Pin Valley to Kaza
Enroute visiting the Dankar Gompa and Lalung monastery. Rock cut monasteries of Dankar are worth seeing.
Day 14 : Kaza
After breakfast excursion to Kee monastery and Kibber village at an altitude of 4205M.After lunch a drive to the highest motorable road Langza and enroute visiting the Comik and Hikim village. O/N Kaza.
Day 15 : Kaza to - Manali ( 260 km, 08 hours )
Breakfast at Hotel & leave for Manali, arrive and check in at Hotel. Afternoon visit Mall road to watch spectacular sun set and enjoy surrouding environment of this superb hill.
Day 16 : At Manali
Morning after breakfast at the hotel enjoy a daylong tour of the beautiful hill station of Manali. Visit the 16th century AD Hadimba Temple, Hot Spring at Vashisht and Hippy Enclave in Manali. Later in the day, visit Naggar, a picturesque hamlet 28 km from Manali; Roerich Art Gallery developed by the late husband of film actress Devika Rani; 12th century AD Gauri Shankar Temple and Chatur Bhuj Temple.
Return back to the hotel for an overnight stay at Manali.
Day 17 : Manali - Keylong
Morning drive to Keylong 115 kms via Rohtang Pass 3980 mt. Drive through Marhi, Koksar, Sissu and Tandi villages. Arrive Keylong and checkin at the hotel. Visit Keylong town and overnight at the hotel.
Day 18 : At Keylong
Full day excursion to visit Guru Ghantal and Shashur Monasteries. Overnight at Keylong
Day 19 : Keylong - Sarchu
After b/fast drive 137 kms Sarchu via Baralacha pass 4900 mt. This day is going to be a wonderful Himalayan safari with stunning views on the way. Arrive Sarchu plains and checkin at the tented camps for overnight stay.
Day 20 : Sarchu - Karzok Village
Breakfast in the tent. Drive to Pang, a small but exceptionally beautiful village on Leh-Manali Road. Look out for the Earth Pillar, which you may find interesting. Continue driving for 60 km till the base of Tanglanla (5400m) is reached. Before Tanglanla, take a right turn to reach at Karzok village (4267m). Visit the Gompa at Karzok village built around 1850 and inhabited predominantly by women. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the village. Stay overnight in a camp.
Day 21 : Karzok- Tsomoriri - Tsokar
Breakfast at the camp. Enjoy a daylong excursion to Tsomoriri (4573m) stupendous pearl shape village and Tsokar. Visit the beautiful lake at Tsomoriri and a small gompa at Tsokar. Return to the camp for an overnight stay.
Day 22 : Karzok - Leh
Breakfast at the camp. Drive to Leh, the capital of Ladakh enroute visit famous monastery at
Hemis ,
Shey and
Thiksey
Relax during rest of the day getting used to the altitude. In the evening you can take a small walk in the market.
Overnight will be at hotel.
Day 23 : AT LEH
Morning visit the local markets in the morning. Spend the time at leisure till afternoon. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Shanti Stupa, Shankar Gompa and Namgyal Tsom. Overnight stay at a hotel in Leh. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 24 : AT LEH
After breakfast at the hotel day free for independent activities. Overnight at the hotel..
Day 25 : Leh - Nubra Valley (3075m)
Early morning drive via the highest motorable Khardongla Pass (5580m) the major attraction are majestic peaks and glaciers, enchanting valley and villages, Diskit and Samstanling Gompa,
Enjoy the evening here and overnight will be at the camp.
Day 26 : Diskit - Hunder - Panamik - Diskit
By Road - 180 km in 6-7 hrs drive
Proceed for full day excursion of Nubra valley. Hunder is the pretty village set among lots of trees and gurgling streams.
Day 27 ; Nubra -Basgo- Alchi - Ule
After breakfast drive to Basgo. Basgo was the capital of lower Ladakh before the Ladakh kingdom was united at Leh. Old mud-brick gompa is up winding, steep tracks. The prayer room is Ser Zung Temple has great frescoes and another temple has an enormous gold and copper statue of the Maitreya Buddha. Later continue your drive to reach Ule enroute visit Alchi village. Overnight at hotel / camp.
Day 28 : Ule -Lamayuru Kargil - By Road
Morning after breakfast drive to reach Kargil enroute visiting Lunar landscapes and Lamayuru monastery. Lamayuru - is the gateway points of the Zanskar valley. Lamayuru will seem a relatively scruffy little place. But it is completely overshadowed by one of the most famous and spectacularly set gompas in Ladakh. The gompa part of the Kagyupa order, is not a interesting as others, Lamayuru is the oldest known gompa in Ladakh, dating back beyond 10th century.
Arrive Kargil and check in at hotel / camp for overnight stay.
Day 29: Ule - Lamayuru - Kargil
Morning visit, thereafter drive to Kargil 110 kms, on the way visit the famous Rock cut statue of Maitreya Buddha at Mulbekh village. Arrive Kargil by evening and checkin at the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 30 : Kargil - Sonamarg
Morning after relaxed breakfast at the hotel / camp drive to reach Sonamarg and check in at the hotel for overnight stay. Rest of the day free to relax or explore this little hill station.
Day 31 : At Sonamarg
Full day free to relax and enjoy Sonamarg. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 32 : Sonamarg to Srinagar
Morning drive to Srinagar and check in at floating houseboat. Rest of the day free to relax.
Day 33 : At Srinagar
Morning after breakfast at the hotel excursion to the Mughal gardens built by Emperor Jehangir. Also visit to the Shalimar bagh & Nishat bagh other beautiful gardens located on the eastern side of the Dal lake. Evening Shikara ride through the Dal Lake to see local life. Overnight in the Houseboat
Day 34 : At Srinagar
Full day free in Srinagar for independent activities. Overnight at the houseboat.
Day 35 : Srinagar to Jammu
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Jammu and check in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Amar Mahal Palace Museum and Dogra Art Museum. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 36 - 37: Jammu to Amritsar
Morning after breakfast at the Hotel drive to Amritsar and check in at the hotel.
Amritsar, literally meaning "holy pool of nectar", is the home to the Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple, and is the spiritual and cultural centre of the Sikh Religion. Founded by the fourth Guru of Sikhs, Guru Ramdas, it was completed by his successor Guru Arjan Dev. Work began in 1573 on digging the holy pool. In 1601 Harmandir Sahib was completed and 3 years later, the Guru Granth Sahib, the Sikh Holy Book was placed there.
Afternoon excursion to Wagah border to witness closing ceremony at India Pakistan border.
Day 38 : Amritsar to Dalhousie (6 hours)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel city Tour of Amritsar visiting the famous "The Golden Temple" and Jhalianwala Bagh.
Later in the morning proceed to Dalhousie and check in at HOTEL on arrival. Later proceed to visit Subhash Baoli, Panchpulla and Satdhara (though there is not much of sightseeing in Dalhouse but one can enjoy the beauty of this hillstation). Overnight at the hotel.
Day 39 - At Dalhousie
Morning after breakfast at the hotel excursion to Khajjiar - Just 27-km from Dalhousie the beautiful little plain of Khajjiar is one of the favourite retreats for visitors.
Afternoon explore Dalhousie. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 40 - Dalhousie to Dharamsala
Morning after proceed to Dharamsala and check in at the hotel on arrival.
Dharamshala is popularly known as the Scotland of India, stands on a spur of the Dhauladhar range amidst magnificient deodar and pine forests. It is the district headquarters of Kangra district and is also known as "The Little Lhasa in India". It has every thing for a perfect holiday and is full of life and peace. The headquarters of His Holiness the Dalai Lama are here.
Rest of the day free to explore this Tibetan settlement. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 41 - At Dharamsala
Morning after breakfast proceed to visit Tibetan Children Village School, Norbulinga, Visit Tibtean Library, Tibetan Medical & Astro Institute, Nechung Monastery and Namgyal Monastery.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 42 - Dharamsala to Chandigarh
Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed to Chandigarh and check in at the hotel on arrival.
Chandigarh is the first man made city post independence of India. India's youngest city - planned by the famous French architect Le Corbusier. Capital of the States of Punjab and Haryana - but does not belong to either of them. Instead, it is...
A Union Territory It means that the City is under the direct administration of the Government of India and not constituted as a state with its own legislative assembly. A Union Territory in India is something like the District of Columbia in the USA.
During your sightseeing of Chandigarh you will visit - Sukhna Lake, rose Garden and the world famous garden created by Nem Chand from waste material. Overnight at your Hotel.
Day 43 : Chandigarh to Delhi
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Delhi and check in at the hotel.
Day 44 : Delhi to Kathmandu Fly
Morning after breakfast at the hotel transfer to the airport to board flight for Kathmandu to leave at 11.30 AM.
Day 45 : At Kathmandu
Morning after breakfast Sightseeing tour of KATHMANDU CITY,
SWOYHUMBHUNATH STUPA , PATAN CITY. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 46 : KATHMANDU - NYALAM
Early morning drive to Kodari, the Nepali border post. Weather permitting there will be fine views of Langtang, Gauri Shanker, Melungtse and Khumbu Himal ranges. Depending on the road situation we walk or drive up to Zhang Mu where we clear Chinese immigration. After the formalities we continue our journey through a beautiful gorge to Nyalam crossing the Himalayan range. Altitude 3800 m. Check in at the hotel.
Day 47 : NYALAM - LHATSE
Our first stop on the Tibetan plateau will be on the 5200 m. high Lalung la pass from where we have a breathtaking view of the Himalayan range and Shisabangma, the highest peak in Tibet . While having lunch in Lao Tingri, the peaks of Mt. Everest (Qomolongma in Tibetan) and Cho Oyu can be seen. This day our journey is long but the spectacular Tibetan plateau will make you forget time. Altitude 4000 m. Check in at the hotel.
Day 48 : LHATSE -SHIGATSE
Four hour drive brings us to Tibet 's second largest city, Shigatse. Here we visit Tashilumpo monastery, the seat of the Panchen Lama, hence one of the most important monasteries in Tibet. Altitude 3800 m. Check in at the hotel.
Day 49 : SHIGATSE - GYANTSE
After a stroll through the old city we depart for the two and a half hour drive to Gyantse. While approaching the small farming town we can clearly see the old fort that was captured by Younghusband during his 1904 raid into Tibet . Here the main attraction is the Kumbum monastery with it's extraordinary architecture. Altitude 3900 m. Check in at the hotel.
Day 50 : GYANTSE - LHASA
This will be a long drive but on the way we cross the Karo la with the beautiful glacier, we see Yamdrok tso which is named the Turquoise lake and cross the Kamba la from where we descend to the main road which brings us all the way to Lhasa. Altitude 3650 m. Check in at the hotel.
Day 51 / 52 : SIGHTSEEING
During these two days in Lhasa we visit the Potala palace, Drepung and Sera monasteries and of course the famous Jokhang temple including the surrounding Barkhor.
Day 53 : FLIGHT LHASA - KATHMANDU
we have to get up very early for our transfer to Gonggar airport to catch the flight back to Kathmandu. This flight is one of the most spectacular in the world with aerial views of the Himalayan range including Mt. Everest .
Day 54 : At Kathmandu
Full day free to explore Kathmandu on your own. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 55 : KATHMANDU / POKHARA
Breakfast in hotel. Later transfer to the domestic airport and
fly Kathmandu / Pokhara (30 Min). Pokhara is nestled in the foothills of Annapurna Range. Upon arrival in Pokhara you will bemet and transferred to your hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will be offered a welcome drink and shown to your room.
Afternoon Sightseeing tour of Pokhara Valley. Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara
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Day 56 : POKHARA / JOMSOM
After early breakfast you will be transferred to the Pokhara Airport to fly to
Jomsom (20 min). Jomsom is the high Himalayan settlement on the Tibetan Plateau and a major center in the Annapurna Region.
Later in the day Tour to
Marpha (2665 m) is a villagefamous for delicious apples, brandy, jams, Places of visit here are apple orchids, local distillery and a very famous Buddhist Monastery.
Overnight at at Resort in Jomsom.
Full day activities in Jomsom including a slow walk to Eco Museum and tours to
Thini / Dhumba Lake by Pony.
Dhumba Lake is scared lake of the area. From here one can enjoy the spectacular Himalayan view.
Overnight at Resort in Jomsom.
Day 57 : JOMSOM / POKHARA
After early breakfast transfer to the Jomsom Airport to fly to
Pokhara (20 min.) Upon arrival in Pokhara, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. You are free the whole day for relaxation or for other individual activities.
Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara.
Day 58 : Pokhara to Lumbini
Morning after breakfast at the hotel hotel drive to Lumbini and check in at the hotel on arrival. Afternoon visit Lumbini
- The Lumbini Garden, Mayadevi Temple , Pushkarni pond and Ramagram. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 59 : Pokhara to Chitwan
Morning after breakfast drive to
Chitwan National Park in around5/6 leisure drive. Upon arrival at Amaltarighat (bank of Narayani River) our naturalists will meet you. Enter into an atmosphere of adventure which begins with crossing the river by boats. After the crossing, you will be given hot towels to refresh yourselves. Then transferred to the Jungle Lodge.
Afternoon You can either go for a jungle safari on elephant back so that you can penetrate deep into the jungle for viewing and photographing wildlife or for a jungle walk to experience the abundant bird-life and the flora and fauna of the Park. If you are lucky, you may see the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger.
Overnight at the Jungle lodge.
Day 60 : At Chitwan
Early morning offers another opportunity for an elephant safari, lasting two hours and penetratingthrough dense grasslands to view wildlife. This grass commonly known as elephant grass is dense and grows to a height of 5-6 meters. It is the favourite habitat of the rhinoceros and other mammals.
Lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon relax around the lodge, take a drive through the jungles in land rovers followed by a boat ride down the Narayani river where there are excellent chances of viewing the gharial crocodiles as well as mugger crocodiles, fresh water dolphins, otters and varieties of water birds, or go on a nature walk or birding with one of our naturalists. At the end of the canoe ride, waiting land rovers will bring you back to the lodge.
Overnight at the lodge.
Day 61 : Chitwan to Kathmandu
After breakfast, transfer by elephants, landrover and canoes to waiting vehicles to
drive to
Kathmanadu (5 hours drive) . Upon arrival check in at your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.Overnight in Hotel
Day 62 : Kathmandu to Paro -Fly
The flight into Bhutan takes you close to the great Himalayas, offering dazzling scenic views of some world,s highest glacial peaks. As you enter Paro valley, you will sweep past forested hills with the silvery Pa Chu (Paro river) meandering down the valley below. Paro Dzong (fortress) and Ta Dzong (watchtower) on the hills above the town will be a fine sight. Our representative will meet you at Paro airport, and after completion of arrival formalities you will be transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day free relax or explore Paro on your own. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 66 : At Paro
After breakfast, drive up the valley to Drukgyel Dzong, built in 1647 by the Shabdrung to commemorate the Bhutanese victory over the Tibetans in war of 1644.
Then take an excursion to Taktsang Monastery view point. It is one of the most famous of Bhutan,s monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery and hence it is called ˜Tiger's Nest. This site has been recognised as a most sacred place and visited by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1646 and now visited by all Bhutanese at least once in their lifetime.
While returning to hotel visit en route, Kyichu Lhakhang, built in the 7th century by the Tibetan king, Songtsen Gampo.
Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
Day 67 : Paro to Thimphu
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to the Capital city of Thimpu. Check in at the hotel on arrival. Later comment sightseeing in Thimphu valley includes, visit to ; National Library, which holds a vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts and manuscripts, some dating back several hundred years, as well as modern academic books mainly on Himalayan culture and religion.
Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.
Day 68 : Thimphu / Trongsa ( 200 Km, 6 hours drive)
After early breakfast, drive up to Dochu-la pass (3,088m/ 10,130 ft) stopping briefly here to take in the view and admire the chorten, mani wall, and prayer flags which decorate the highest point on the road. If skies are clear, the following peaks can be seen from this pass (left to right): Masagang (7,158m), Tsendagang (6,960m), Terigang (7,060m ), Jejegangphugang (7,158 m ), Kangphugang (7,170 m ), Zongphugang (7, 060 m ), a table mountain that dominates the isolated region of Lunana - finally Gangkar puensum, the highest peak in Bhutan at 7,497m.
Then continue onwards, reaching Wangduephodrang town in time for lunch. From Dochu-la pass, it is a long, winding descent into the Wangduephodrang valley, which is about 1,700m below the pass. Take lunch at Wangduephodrang town, then continue on to Trongsa across Pele-la pass (3,300m/10,830 ft), the traditional boundary between east and west. The pass is marked by a large white chorten prayer flags. There is an abrupt change in vegetation at this point, with mountain forest replaced by high altitude dwar of bamboo.
Stop en route at Chendbji Chorten, patterned on Kathmandu Swayambhunath Stupa, with eyes panted at four cardinal points. It was built in the 18th century by Lama Shida from Tibet, to cover the remains of an evil spirit that was subdued at this spot.
Arrive at Trongsa late afternoon and check into the lodge for the night.
Day 69 : Trongsa / Bumthang ( 68 Km, 3 hours drive )
After breakfast, visit Trongsa Dzong. Built in 1648 it was the seat of power over central and eastern Bhutan. Both the first and second Kings of Bhutan ruled the country from this ancient seat. All four Kings were invested as Trongsa Penlop (˜governer) prior to ascending the throne, and the present Crown Prince now holds the post. The Dzong is a massive structure with many levels, sloping down the contours of the ridge on which it is built.
Then drive to Bumthang, 68 km from Trongsa, a journey of about 3 hours, over the Yutong-la pass (3,400m/ 11,155 ft). The road winds steeply up to the pass, 28 km from Trongsa, then runs down through coniferous forest into a wide, open cultivated valley known as the Chumey valley.
On arrival in Bumthang, check in at your lodge.
Overnight at the lodge in Bumthang.
Day 70 : Bumthang
Bumthang is the general name given to combination of four valleys Chumey, Choekhor, Tang and Ura with altitude varying from 2,600m to 4,000m. It is home to many of prominent Buddhist temples and monasteries.
Visit to Kurje Lhakhang, where the saint Padmasambhava subdued a local demon and left his body imprint on a rock., the Jambey Lhakhang (7th century temple), Tamshing Lhakhang (housing some of the oldest wall paintings in Bhutan) and Jakar Dzong (administrative center of the region). Stroll in the village, visit the little handicrafts shop at the entrance to the town, and perhaps take refreshments at a local restaurant.
Overnight at the lodge in Bumthang.
Day 71 : Bumthang / Gangtey / Phobjikha (190 km, 7 hours drive)
After breakfast drive to Gangtey / Phobjikha. In the mountains east of Wangduephodrang lies the beautiful Phobjikha valley, on the slopes of which is ituated the great monastery of Gangtey, established in the 17th century. The village of Phobjikha lies a few km, down from the monastery, on the valley floor. This quite, remote valley is the winter home of black necked cranes, which migrate from the arid plains of Tibet in the north, to pass the winter months in a milder climate. Explore Gangtey village and Phobjikha valley.
Overnight at the lodge in Gangtey / Phobjikha.
Day 72 : Gangtey / Phobjikha / Punakha (70 km, 3 hours drive)
After breakfast drive to Punakha.
Afternoon visit Punakha Dzong, a massive structure built at the junction of two rivers. Punakha was Bhutan,s capital until 1955, and Punakha Dzong still serves as the winter residence of the central monk body. Bhutan's first King, Ugyen Wangchuck, was crowned here in 1907. The fortress has withstood several damages from fire, earthquake and flood over the centuries. The latest flood, in October, 1994, caused great damages to the fortress but miraculously spared its most holy statue. Also visit Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, the newly built stupa.
Overnight at the hotel in Punakha.
Day 78 : Punakha to - Punakha / Phuntsholing
Breakfast at hotel. 5-6 hrs drive to Phuntsholing the border town, drive through some of the most beautiful terraced fields of Bhutan. The journey cuts across terrace climbing from 500 mts to 2400 mts in the middle Himalayas. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 79 - PHUNTSHOLING/ KALIMPONG
Today you will be transferred to Kalimpong which is a small Buddhist town in the state of West Bengal. It is 6-7 hours between Phuntsholing and Kalimpong.
Afternoon visit Kalimpong town and monastery nearby.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 80 - KALIMPONG/ GANGTOK
After breakfast mountain drive through Teesta Valley to Gangtok (5000 ft above sea level) the capital city of erstwhile princely state of Sikkim.
This tiny town at first glimpse, looks like something out of a fairy tale with houses which seem precariously balanced on the slopes of the step mountain hills. On arrival check in at hotel.
Day 81 - AT GANGTOK
Breakfast at hotel. Morning city sightseeing visiting the Enchey Monastery, The Residency for an excellent view of the mountains, the white Memorial hall, Tibetology Institute and Deer park. Afternoon take a trip across the valley to visit the famous
RUMTEK monastery built by the 4th Chogyal -was damaged in a earthquake and was rebuilt. The 16th Gyalwa H.H. Karmapa after he escaped from Tibet, settled and lived in this monastery till completion of the Dharma Chakra centre nearby.
Return to Gangtok for overnight stay.
Day 82 - GANGTOK / DARJEELING
Morning drive to Darjeeling and check in at the hotel. Rest of the afternoon is left free for independent activities. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 83 -AT DARJEELING
Early morning drive to Tiger Hill to see Sunrise over Mount Kanchenjunga. On return visit Ghoom Monastery built in 1875 housing a huge statue of Lord Buddha.
Afternoon city tour visiting the most beautiful Hill station in the Eastern India, which has the highest race course in the world, the Lablong village, the mountaineering institute and house of Tenzin Norgay the first Everest Hero.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 84 -DARJEELING TO NEW JALPAIGURI TO Kolkata
Morning after breakfast at the hotel transfer to New Jalpaidguri Railway station to board overnight train for Kolkata. Overnight on board.
Day 85 - Arrive Kolkata
Meeting on arrival at Sealdah Railway Station at Kolkata at 6.15 AM and transfer to hotel. Rest of the morning at leisure. Later in the morning commence sightseeing tour to visit Fort William, Eden Gardens, Victoria Memorial, Saint Paul's Cathedral, Nakhoda Mosque, Marble Palace, Paresnath Jain Temple, Belur Math, Kali Temple, Botanical Gardens, Mother Teresa's homes, etc.
Day 86 -At Kolkata
Morning after breakfast at the hotel excursion to Marble Palace. Afternoon free for independent activities to explore Kolkata on your own. overnight at the hotel.
Day 88 - Kolkata to Bhubneshwar by Train dep. 6 AM / Arrival 1.05 pm.
Early morning transfer to the Railway Station to board day train for Bhubneshwar. Meeting on arrival at Bhubneshwar and transfer to the Hotel. Afternoon commence sightseeing tour of Bhubheshwar. Bhubaneshwar, the capital city of Orissa in East India and is famous for its beautiful temples. During your sightseeing tour of Bhubneshwar you will visit Mukteshwar temple, the Lingaraj temple, Rajarani temple, Brahmeswar temple and the Parasurameswar temple. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 89 - Bhubneshwar to Puri via Konark Temple
Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed to Puri enroute visiting Sun Temple at Konark Konark is world famous for the magnificent Sun Temple. Built in sometimes near the 13th century to honor the Hindu deity, the Sun God, the architecture of the temple is simply fantastic. You can see and appreciate the bewitching shape of the temple in the shape of a big chariot and the temple carvings. Check in at Hotel on arrival at Puri for overnight stay.
Day 90 - At Puri
Today, you are free to spend your day at leisure. Move on to explore the wonders of fascinating temple town in East India. Puri is an important Hindu pilgrimage center in East India. Moreover, it is also famous for its picturesque and pristine beach. Spend some moments here watching the up and down waves and beautiful sand sculptures made by professional or amateur artists. Take a
tour to the Jagannath Temple built in the 15th century. The temple hosts Jagannath Yatra ceremonies that attract devotees and tourists all over the world.
Day 91 - Puri / Bhubneshwar / Kolkata / Chennai
Morning after breakfast at the hotel full day free to relax by the beach or explore more of Puri. Evening transfer to Puri Railway Station to board overnight train for Kolkata at 8.05 PM. Overnight on board.
Day 92 -Arrive Kolkata / Leave for Chennai
Meeting on arrival at Howrah Railway Station at 4.50 AM and transfer to the airport to board flight for Chennai at 8.40 AM. Meeting on arrival at Chennai airport and transfer to the Airport. Rest of the day free to relax from previous days long travel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 93 -At Chennai
Morning after breakfast at the hotel commence sightseeing tour of Chennai city.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 94 -Chennai / Kanchipuram / Mahabalipuram
Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed by car to Mahabalipuram enroute visiting Kanchipuram.
Day 95 -Mahabalipurm to Trichy via Tanjore
Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed to Trichy enroute visiting.
Afternoon tour of Trichy visiting Srirangam. Located on an island 5 kms from Trichy, is Srirangam. Surrounded by the Kaveri river is a 600 acre island town enclosed within the seven walls of the gigantic Sri Ranganathaswami temple. There are no less than 22 gopurams.
Day 96 -Trichy to Madurai
Morning after breakfast at the hotel commence sightseeing tour of Madurai city including Meenakashi temple.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 97 -Madurai to Thekkady
Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed to Periyar National Park by car. Getting to Periyar is as sublime as the destination itself. A scenic journey past mist capped mountains, spice plantations and open grasslands lined with spectacular water falls & delightful trekking trails form the access to your hide way here. Afternoon leave to visit spice plantation. Overnight at the hotel/ lodge.
Day 98 -Thekkery to Kumarakom
Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed for game viewing by motorboat. A boat safari on the Periyar Lake extends a lifetime's chance to spot exotic wildlife in its natural habitat. Like the eccentric bathing habits of the wild elephants that come down to the lake. Later in the afternoon proceed to reach Kumarakom - the backwater country . Board your waiting houseboat to sail through the backwaters of Kerala to Kumarakom. Overnight an dinner on board the houseboat.
Day 99 -At Kumarakom
Breakfast at the hotel. Rest of the day free to relax by the beach or explore adjoining Vembanad bird sanctuary. If you are adventurous enough, you can indulge in water sports such as Wind Sailing & Water Skiing. You can even take a canoe out into the quiet lakes. Overnight at hotel.
Day 100 - Kumarakom -Cochin
Today morning drive to Cochin, On arrival in "Queen Of The Arabian Sea" check into hotel. Afternoon free to relax. In the evening enjoy Kathakali dance show. Kerala renowned through out the world for its harmonious blending of poetry, music, costumes and gestures to narrate stories from Indian Epics. Overnight at hotel.
Day 101 -At Cochin
Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed for a city tour covering: Jewish Synagogue - Built in 1568 the oldest synagogue in the commonwealth stands, adorned by hundreds of exquisite hand - painted Chinese tiles in blue & white. St. Francis Church Originally, built out of wood in 1503 and thus earning fame as the oldest European church in India. Vasco de gama was buried here. Dutch Palace - As you climb its stone steps, you enter a different world of Palanquins and heraldry, jewels and rich murals. Roam about in the cobbled streets. Overnight at hotel.
Day 102 -Cochin to Delhi to Varanasi by flight -
Early in the morning transfer to the airport to board flight for Delhi at 6 AM. On arrival in Delhi change your flight to Varanasi which will depart at 12.45 PM. Meeting on arrival at Varanasi Airprot and transfer to the Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport in Delhi to board flight for Varanasi. Meeting on arrival at Varanasi airport and transfer to the hotel.
Day 103 -At Varanasi
Early morning boat ride on the river Ganges, where you can see hundreds of devotees offering prayers to the Sun God, and rinsing them selves of all their sins in this holy river.Afternoon time permitting excursion to Sarnath . Overnight at the hotel.
Day 104 -Varanasi to Khajuraho -Fly
Morning after relaxed breakfast at the hotel transfer to the airport to board flight for Khajuraho at. 12.20 PM. Meeting on arrival at Khajuraho airport at 1 PM and transfer to the hotel. Later in the afternoon commence sightseeing tour of Khajuraho.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 105- Khajuraho to Orchha to Agra
Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed by road to Jhansi Railway Station (around 5 hours drive) enroute visit Medieval town of
Orchha - famous for its palaces and temples built in the 17th and 18th century. The four main and important temples worth a visit are The Chaturbhuj, Janaki, Laxmi and The Raja Ram temples.
After visiting Orchha continue your drive to Jhansi Railway Station to board Superfast Shatabdi Express train for Agra at 6 PM. Arrive Agra at 8.22 PM, met upon arrival and transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 106- Agra to Jaipur
Early morning proceed to River Yamuna to have glimps of the Taj Mahal from across the river at Sunrise. Return to the hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast at the hotel commence guided sightseeing tour to visit the world famous
Taj Mahal and
Agra Fort.
Afternoon drive to Jaipur enroute visitng Ghost city of
Fatehpur Sikri 40 kms (25 miles) before Agra - a cultural and imperial capital conceived and built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and later abandoned due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings within the city including
Jama Masjid,
Tomb of Salim Chisti and Panch Mahal. Continue on to Jaipur and check in at the hotel on arrival. Rest of the afternoon free to relax. Evening walking tour of the Old city of Jaipur. Overnight at the hotel in Jaipur.
Day 107 - At Jaipur
Morning after buffet breakfast at the hotel excursion to Amber Fort where you will enjoy an Elephant ride. Morning after breakfast at the hotel visit
Amber Fort and enjoy an elephant ride. Photo stop at Hawa Mahal.
Afternoon City sightseeing tour of Jaipur including
Maharaja's City Palace ,
Jantar Mantar.
Evening visit Chokhi Dhani Ethnic Village to for dinner and see local life set in village theme. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 108- Jaipur / PushkarDrive 3 hours
Morning after breakfast at the hotel travel to Pushkar and check in at hotel camp on arrival. Afternoon visit Holy Lake, Brahma Temple and the town. Afternoon explore more of Cattle fair and see the local life from close. Meals and overnight at the Swiss Cottages Tented camp.
Day 109- Pushkar to Udaipur
Morning after breakfast at the camp proceed to Udaipur in around 5 hours time and check in at the hotel on arrival. Afternoon free to relax or explore this city of lakes. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 110-At Udaipur
Morning tour of Udaipur city. The t our will cover the magnificent City Palace, the Jagdish temple, the pleasure gardens and a drive around the other nearby lakes. Afternoon explore this city of lakes on your own. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 111- Udaipur to Jodhpur -5 hours
Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed to Jodhpur. On the way stop to visit Ranakpur Jain Complex Check in at the hotel on arrival. Afternoon tour of Jodhpur which will include a visit to the Mehrangarh Fort set on the top of the hill, Jaswanth Thada and a visit to the local market. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 112 -Jodhpur / Jaisalmer Drive 5 hours
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Jaisalmer and check in at HOTEL. Rest of the time free to relax from long journey
. Evening visit the Royal Cenotaphs famous for sunset view over entire Jaisalmer Town
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 113 - At Jaisalmer
Post breakfast visit to the Jaisal Fort with visit to various Mansions at leisure.
Jaisalmer : The life within the citadel conjures up images of medieval majesty visible in its narrow lanes stewn with magnificent palace, havelis, temples and of course skilled artisans and ubiquitous camels. Folk dances, exciting competitions an contests, especially the turban-tying contest. Mr. Desert contest and camel races enliven the festivities.
Afternoon proceed to Sam Sand Dunes (1 hour) and check in at the swiss cottages camp on arrival.
Evening at board your waiting camels for Sunset view in the dunes.
Sand Dunes : No trip to Jaisalmer is complete without a trip to the most picturesque dunes of Sam. The ripples on the wind -caressed dunes, that create an enchanting mirage, are surely a delight for a trigger -happy photographer.
Your evening will be entertained by folk music, camp fire. Buffet dinner and overnight at the Camp.
Day 114 -Jaisalmer to Jodhpur to Mumbai
Morning after relaxed breakfast at the hotel drive to Jodhpur in around 6 hours and board overnight train for Mumbai which will departu at 6.45 PM. Overnight on board.
Day 115 -Arrive Mumbai
Meeting on arrival at Mumbai Railway Station at 11 AM and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day free to relax. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 116 -Mumbai to Aurangabad by train
Early Morning transfer to the Railway Station to board Tapovan Express train for Aurangabad at 6.10 AM. Meeting on arrival at Aurangabad Railway Station at 1.30 Pm and transfer to the Hotel. After rest visit to Ellora caves. Rest of the evening at leisure for independent activities. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Day 117-At Aurangabad
Morning after breakfast at the hotel full day excursion to visit Ajanta Caves.
Day 118 Aurangabad to Mumbai by train
Morning after breakfast at the hotel local sightseeing tour of Aurangabad including water mill and Bibi ka Makbara (Mini Taj Mahal). Afternoon transfer to Railway Station to board Tapovan Express train for Mumbai at 2.35 PM. Meeting on arrival at Mumbai Railway Station at 8.50 PM and transfer to the Hotel for overnight stay.
Day 119 -At Mumbai
Morning after breakfast at the hotel tour of Mumbai city starting from the Gateway of India, Prince of Wales, Rajabai Clock Tower, Flora Fountain and drive past Marine Drive and Victoria Terminus. and the High Court (in the Gothic architectural style) drive we reach Kamla Nehru Park, Hanging Gardens, and while returning back to the Hotel we visit Crawford Market. Evening free time for independent activities.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 120 -Depart Mumbai
Transfer to the airport in time to board flight for onward destination.
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