15 DAYS Delhi, Kathmandu, Patan, Bhadagon, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Udaipur, Ranakpur, Mumbai

Day 1 Fri: Depart North America
Depart North America on your exciting tour of the Splendors of India & Nepal.

Day 2 Sat: Arrive Delhi
Arrive today in India’s capital city of Delhi. You are greeted with a traditional Indian welcome and escorted to the JAYPEE VASWANT CONTINENTAL.

Day 3 Sun: Delhi
After a leisurely morning, start your afternoon tour of Old Delhi. Among your stops are the Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Ashoka Pillar and the mile-long Chandni Chowk bazaar. (B)

Day 4 Mon: Delhi Sightseeing
This morning, tour New Delhi. Drive along Rajpath to view the Parliament House, the President’s House and India Gate. Visit Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar and Birla Temple. Afternoon is at leisure. (B)

Day 5 Tue: Delhi / Kathmandu
This morning fly to Kathmandu, capital of Nepal. This afternoon, visit Durbar Square, Temple of the Living Goddess and Swayambhunath. ANNAPURNA HOTEL. (B)

Day 6 Wed: Patan & Bhadgaon Excursion
Your morning tour includes visits to the charming towns of Bhaktapur, Pashupathinath and Bodhnath, followed later in the afternoon by a visit to Patan and the Tibetan handicrafts center. This evening, enjoy a presentation of Nepalese folk dances. (B)

Day 7 Thu: Kathmandu / Varanasi-Sarnath
Today fly to Varanasi, India’s holiest city, which is located on the sacred Ganges River. Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to RAMADA PLAZA HOTEL. In the afternoon visit the stupas, ruins and museum at Sarnath, which is the site of Buddha’s first sermon. (B)

Day 8 Fri: Varanasi / Khajuraho
In the early morning, enjoy the sunrise on the Ganges River with a boat ride followed by a walking tour of the old city. Later fly to Khajuraho, capital of the Chandela Dynasty from the 9th to the 13th century. Upon arrival you are met and transferred to RADISSON HOTEL. Visit the Western group of temples, which contains the largest and loveliest temples, including Kandariya Mahadev, which represents Chandela art at its best. (B)

Day 9 Sat: Khajuraho / Agra
This morning, visit the principal Eastern group of temples, which are modest and less ornate than the Western group. These temples reflect the simplicity inherent in Jainism. Later, drive to Jhansi to board the train to Agra, stopping en route to visit Orchha, a medieval city frozen in time and space, existing to this day as it must have in the 17th century. Upon arrival you are met and transferred to JAYPEE PALACE. (B)

Day 10 Sun: Agra / Fatehpur Sikri / Jaipur
Early morning visit the magnificent Taj Mahal for a sunrise view. After breakfast visit Agra Fort followed by a drive to Jaipur, stopping en route to visit the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri. Upon arrival, check in at the BELLA CASA. (B)

Day 11 Mon: Amber Fort Excursion & Jaipur Sightseeing
In the morning, visit the mountain fortress of Amber, riding royally atop regally painted and decorated elephants. Later, enjoy a tour of Jaipur City, visiting Hawa Mahal, or the “Palace of Winds,” City Palace and the ancient observatory. (B)

Day 12 Tue: Jaipur / Udaipur
This morning fly to Udaipur. Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to RAJPUTANA HOTEL. In the afternoon, tour this famous “City of Lakes,” which is known as one of the most picturesque and romantic cities in India and perhaps the world. Visit City Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari or Garden of Maidens and the folklore museum, where you can see a presentation of the string puppets typical to this area. (B)

Day 13 Wed: Ranakpur Excursion
Today’s excursion brings you to the beautiful 15th-century sculpted Jain temples of Ranakpur. The intricately carved white marble temple of Adinath is perhaps the most well-preserved and impressive examples of Western Indian Temple architecture. The temple dedicated to the Sun God is famed for its erotic sculpture. Stop for lunch at Maharani Bagh, a mango grove and the private gardens of the Maharajah of Jodhpur. (BL)

Day 14 Thu: Udaipur / Mumbai (Bombay)
Fly to Mumbai (formerly Bombay), India’s most cosmopolitan city. Your tour of Mumbai includes the British-built “Gateway of India,” the Hanging Gardens and Malabar Hills—where Mumbai’s rich and famous live—the Prince of Wales Museum, Dhobi Ghat, Marine Drive, the Gandhi Memorial Museum and Jain Temple. A room will be provided for washing up and changing clothes at RAMADA INN. Late this evening, transfer to the international airport for your flight back home. (B)

Day 15 Fri: Arrive Home
Today arrive home, filled with colorful memories of your experience in India & Nepal.