Mughals, Mosques & Mahals

Description

Take an adventure tour of India and Nepal and drift along the River Ganges at dawn in Varanasi, experience all the colours of Kathmandu, go in search of tigers in Bandhavgarh and see the world's most beautiful building - the stunning Taj Mahal. On this trip through Nepal and India you'll see all the highlights, as well as get a glimpse of everyday life - whether taking part in a spontaneous cricket match with the village kids or rubbing shoulders with the locals at a tea stall. Travelling Overland is the best way to experience these amazing countries so jump onboard and let the tide of India and Nepal carry you along.

Highlights

• Experience the exquisite splendour of the Taj Mahal.
• Blush at the erotic carvings at Khajuraho.
• Dive into the hustle and bustle of Delhi.
• Discover the hidden secrets of Fatehpur Sikri.
• Safari in search of the one-horned rhino.
• Share a smile with the locals in Durbar Square.
• Drift down the holy River Ganges.

Itinerary

Day 1 Kathmandu

Visit Nepal's capital, Kathmandu, and soak up its rich atmosphere. Perhaps sit on the steps in Durbar Square to see Nepali life swirl past or head out to visit the temples of Pashupatinath and Bodhnath.

Days 2-3 Royal Chitwan National Park

After the bustle and crush of Kathmandu, travel down to the jungle lowlands for a touch of peace and quiet. Visit the local elephants and seek out rare wildlife in the Royal Chitwan National Park.

Day 4 Sonauli

Spend a morning seeking out Chitwan's shy and rare one-horned rhino on a jungle walk or jeep safari then travel to the Nepal-India border.

Days 5-6 Varanasi

Set on the banks of the sacred River Ganges, Varanasi is awash with sights and sounds to overwhelm the senses. Learn the different uses of the ghats - both spiritual and secular.

Days 7-8 Bandhavgarh National Park

Visit a second Indian national park - this one is famous for its tiger population. Take a safari and keep an eye out for the big cats, as well as deer, hyenas and porcupines.

Days 9-10 Khajuraho

Khajuraho was once the capital of the Chandella Kings who built the magnificent Hindu and Jain temples here around 1000 AD. Considered to be 'one of the seven wonders of India', the temples have been almost perfectly preserved.

Days 11-12 Agra

Home to the glorious Taj Mahal, Agra also boasts the sprawling Red Fort. Take a rickshaw ride to these impressive monuments.

Days 13-14 Jaipur

Experience the eerie desolation of Fatehpur Sikri and explore the amazing palaces of the renowned 'Pink City'.

Days 15-16 Delhi

The journey concludes in Delhi - a metropolis crammed with the magic and mystery of a million stories. Dive into the chaos and perhaps celebrate the adventure with a Kingfisher beer.

Group Size

Maximum of 21 travellers per group

Accommodation

Hotel (8 nts), Camping (with facilities) (4 nts)

Transport

Overland vehicle

Budget

Allow USD $250 for meals not included.