North India Nepal – Accessible Tour

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi

Welcome to India! Meeting and assistance on arrival at the airport by our representative with wheelchair, if required, and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 02 : In Delhi

Morning after leisurely breakfast, sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. Among some of the most interesting highlights of your city tour of Old and New Delhi are the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk and Raj Ghat in the old city area and the Government Buildings, a drive through the majestic Rajpath to the India Gate, the Humayun's Tomb and the Qutab Minar etc.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03 : Delhi – Varanasi

Morning after breakfast, in time departure transfer to the airport to board flight AI-406 (1030 – 1145 hrs) to Varanasi. Assistance on arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel.

Afternoon excursion to Sarnath , the fabled place bear testimony to its great past where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon to his disciples expounding the principles of Buddhism. Also visit the museum which has treasures of Buddhist sculptures, inscriptions and pottery.

Evening sightseeing tour of Temples of Varanasi including Durga Temple : Dedicated to Goddess Durga, consort of Lord Shiva. Bharat Mata Temple : This temple was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi and houses one of the most perfect reliefs of India carved out of marble. Tulsi Manas Temple : Built in white marble this unique temple has the whole of Ram Charit Manas (Ramayana) inscribed on its wall. Well laid out landscaping around the temple adds to its beauty and Banaras Hindu University.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 04 : Varanasi – Kathmandu

Early morning at sunrise Boat-ride on holy river Ganges.

In Varanasi life and various activities revolve around the river. Life begins before dawn when thousands of pilgrims – and devotees – come down to the river to offer early morning prayers. Also visit the famous Ghats and enjoy a spectacular view of sunrise from river Ganges. After breakfast departure transfer to the airport to board flight AI – 251 (1230 – 1340 hrs) to Kathmandu. Assistance on arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 05 : Kathmandu

Morning after breakfast, sightseeing tour of Boudhanath and Pashupatinath, Boudhnath , the colossal Stupa is one of the largest in the world. This stupa has the all seeing-eyes of the Buddha by king Mana Deva in expiation of his sins of the advice inset with prayer wheels.

Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva situated on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River. The temple is built in Pagoda style and has gilted roof & richly carved silver door.

Afternoon visit to the Bhaktapur (also known as Bhadgaon) is the home of medieval art & architecture. Bhaktapur was founded in the 09th century and is shaped like a conch shell. The city is at a height of 4600 ft above sea level. Visit the Durbar Square with its array of temples overlooked by the Palace of 55 windows built by King Bhupindra Malla and The Nyatapola Temple.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 06 : In Kathmandu

Morning after breakfast, half day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu city & Swayambunath, which is said to be 2000 years old. The stupa, which forms the main structure, is composed of a solid hemisphere of brick and earth supporting a lofty conical spire capped by a pinnacle of copper guilt. Painted on the four-sided base on the spire are the all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. The whole area round the stupa is an array of small stupas and temples.

Evening sightseeing tour of Patan, an old Newar city includes the historic Durbar Square, the Golden Gate, the sky piercing Temple of Teleju, the statue of Yogendra Malla and the old windows and carved balconies of wood, curio shops and bazaars. Return via the Tibetan Handicrafts and Refugee Center.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 07 : Kathmandu – Delhi – Agra

Morning breakfast at hotel, departure transfer to airport to board flight AI 214 (1000 – 1125 hrs) to Delhi. Assistance on arrival at airport and drive to Agra upon arrival check in at the hotel.

Rest of the day free for leisure.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 08 : Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur

Morning after breakfast half day sightseeing tour of Agra city visiting, Agra Fort built by Emperor Akbar over the years 1565 – 1573 with its maze of courtyards, mosques, and private chambers. Most of the buildings originally built by Akbar were destroyed and were replaced by his grandson Shah Jehan. The only surviving structure from Akbar's period apart from the solid sand stone ramparts and the gateway is the Jehangir Mahal. It is the biggest private residence in the complex and its architecture indicates strong influences from Hindu overtones. Late visit the Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan, this beautiful mausoleum is built of pure white marble and is an architectural marvel. Built in the memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. The building was conceived as a garden tomb with the mausoleum rising at the far end of the complex with the river Yamuna flowing below. Beneath the dome are the cenotaphs of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jehan.

Afternoon departure by surface to Jaipur en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted capital of Mughal India. Among the principal attractions of Fatehpur Sikri are the large audience halls, palaces, the Mosques, the tomb of Salim Chishti, The Panchmahal, and the Buland Darwaza, Which is among the biggest gates in Asia. Upon arrival check – in at the hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 09 : Jaipur

Morning after early breakfast, excursion to Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the State until 1728. Visit the Jagmandir of the hall of victory glittering with mirrors, Jai Mahal and Temple of Kali. Take a ride on gaily decorated elephant to the ramparts of the Fort.

Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur city. Among the principal sights are the Jantar Mantar of the Observatory, The Palace of Winds or Hawa Mahal, the City Palace & Museum. Jaipur is also a major center of precious and semi precious stones, jewellery, cotton textiles and the typical Blue Pottery.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10 : Jaipur – Delhi

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning free. Afternoon departure by surface to Delhi and upon arrival transfer to the airport to board your flight back home.