Tour Delhi To Kathmandu Quest (10 Days)

Meals

9 Breakfast (B) 2 Lunch (L) 2 Dinner (D)

Guide

Expert Trip Manager + Local Guides

Transport

Private Coach

Accommodation

9 nights in Hotels

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Contiki through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. For guests travelling with Contiki from 1 January 2023, Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters are highly recommended, but no longer required. Please note that regardless of time of travel guests will need to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destination visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than above. It is guests’ responsibility to ensure that they comply at all times with these requirements. No refunds will be given if guests are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to their failure to comply with these requirements.

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Lucknow: For epic architecture and mythical bazaars, don’t miss the technicolour sights of this city. Includes the Great Imambara and La Martiniere. Varanasi: Feel the love for your new Contiki fam and count your blessings, as you watch a Hindu spiritual ceremony from the River Ganges. Varanasi: Explore this spiritual hotspot: said to be where Buddha delivered his first sermon. A pilgrimage for Buddhists across the globe. Varanasi: A near-spiritual experience. Watch the skies glow in a rainbow of colors as you sail down the river and watch the city wake up. Delhi: Time to take to the sky. Nepal, here we come! Chitwan National Park: Climb into your Jeep and buckle up for an action-packed day. Look out for one-horned rhinos, Bengal tigers, leopards, elephants and peacocks. Chitwan National Park: Unleash your inner explorer! Canoe down the river, then trek through the jungle at Chitwan National Park to see crocodiles, rhinos, tigers and more. Kathmandu: Explore this jam-packed, rainbow-colored melting pot of a city, with its mythical views of the Himalayas. Patan Durbar Square is a must-see. Agra: There’s nothing quite like having an elephant as your new BFF. Hang out with the gentle giants at this sanctuary.

Flights

Internal flight included. *** All other flights are not included.

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Insurance

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

Welcome to the intoxicating cacophony of colors, smells, spices, culture and chaos that is Delhi. We’ll bond with our Contiki fam today before kick-starting our adventure.
Day 2 Day 2: Delhi To Agra Via Wildlife Sos Elephant Conservation And Care Center
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Delhi To Agra Via Wildlife Sos Elephant Conservation And Care Center

Today we’ll leave the magical mayhem of Delhi behind and head towards Agra... We’ll visit the Wildlife SOS Elephant Rescue Center, where we’ll meet over 20 rescued elephants and witness the only elephant hospital in Asia. Then, you’ll have the opportunity to get your bucket list ticked with an optional visit to one of mankind’s masterpieces: the majestic Taj Mahal (you’ll also get the chance to visit the 17th century Agra Fort). The Taj Mahal, the 17th century memorial building considered by many to be the most beautiful building in the world, naturally dominates Agra, but it isn’t the only thing to be found here. The city, curving along the holy Yamuna River, is dotted with mausoleums, tombs and heaving marketplaces.
Day 3 Day 3: Agra To Lucknow
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Agra To Lucknow

Opt for a locally guided cycle tour of ’unseen Agra’ this morning to uncover the city’s lesser-spotted wonders. Then we’re headed to Lucknow on our air-conditioned coach. We’ll have a free evening to admire Lucknow’s ethereal bazaars, opulent Raj-era architecture and delicious food. Whether you decide to walk its broad boulevards or beautiful gardens, you’ll wonder how this place has escaped the overwhelming tourist attention of some other Indian towns.
Day 4 Day 4: Lucknow
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Lucknow

Long regarded as India’s center for culture and art, Lucknow is full of wonders for us to explore this morning. We won’t waste any time, as we start off with a locally guided sightseeing tour, coming up close to La Martiniere building - a beautiful and historic private school - and the Asafi Imambara, one of the most regal architectural complexes in the world. Taking almost a decade to build, the building famously employed locals in the region while a ravaging famine swept India. Lucknow is also famous for its Awadhi cuisine, so we recommend taking a culinary walk of the city, hopping in and out of roadside eateries and getting a complete taste of the local culture.
Day 5 Day 5: Lucknow To Varanasi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Lucknow To Varanasi

See ya, Lucknow, we’re headed to one of the world’s oldest cities. Nestled alongside the Ganges is Varanasi, one of the holiest Hindu sites in the world - a place where pilgrims come to bathe in the sacred waters and cremate their loved ones. This place can be described as India in a nutshell - not for the faint of heart, but spiritual, riotous and touchingly passionate.
Day 6 Day 6: Varanasi To Delhi Via The River Ganges
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Varanasi To Delhi Via The River Ganges

Rise and shine! We’re headed down to the river, boarding a small boat as dawn alights the Ganges. We’ll watch the Ghat in front of us slowly come to life, as pilgrims bathe in the holy river, wash away their sins and fill bottles with holy water (we wouldn’t recommend doing the same - it may be holy but that doesn’t mean it’s hygienic). After watching the sunrise from our boat, we’ll weave our way through the narrow lanes, and get to see how life operates on the riverside. As the afternoon draws in, we’ll explore the ruins of Sarnath, another holy location for another ancient religion. Located on the outskirts of the city, this is said to be the location from which Buddha delivered his first sermon after achieving enlightenment. This evening we will board a flight back to Delhi. We’ve arrived in Delhi for a good night sleep before we take off to Kathmandu. *Flight subject to change based on timetables released closer to departure date.
Day 7 Day 7: Delhi To Chitwan National Park Via Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Delhi To Chitwan National Park Via Kathmandu

Wasting no time this morning, we’re getting a speedy flight to Kathmandu, Nepal... We’ve arrived into Kathmandu! Next up... A world heritage reserve teeming with rhinos, deer, monkeys, elephants, sloth bears, and even the majestic Bengal Tiger.
Day 8 Day 8: Chitwan National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Chitwan National Park

One of the remaining undisturbed areas of the Terai region, this rich ecosystem is wedged between two river valleys on the outer Himalayas, which provide a beautiful backdrop to the steep cliffs and lush plantlands. This morning we’ll take a jungle walk to soak in the spectacular beauty, before heading out on our once-in-a-lifetime jeep safari. One of the last safe havens for the one-horned rhino and the Bengal tiger - both heavily endangered - Chitwan offers one of the best wildlife spotting experiences on the planet.
Day 9 Day 9: Chitwan National Park To Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Chitwan National Park To Kathmandu

Today we’re headed back to Nepal’s bustling capital. It’s time to uncover Kathmandu on a locally guided tour of its UNESCO World Heritage Site of Durbar Square - the old royal palace of the former kingdom, parts of which were tragically destroyed in the earthquake of 2015. As we walk, we’ll marvel at the medieval temples, captivating courtyards and charming mayhem.
Day 10 Day 10: Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Kathmandu

Our adventure ends today in Kathmandu, but our hearts will remain amongst the hills, jungles and sacred sites of India and Nepal, and there’s always a new trek around the corner.

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Delhi To Kathmandu Quest (10 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Delhi To Kathmandu Quest (10 Days)

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

Day 2: Delhi To Agra Via Wildlife Sos Elephant Conservation And Care Center

Day 3: Agra To Lucknow

Day 4: Lucknow

Day 5: Lucknow To Varanasi

Day 6: Varanasi To Delhi Via The River Ganges

Day 7: Delhi To Chitwan National Park Via Kathmandu

Day 8: Chitwan National Park

Day 9: Chitwan National Park To Kathmandu

Day 10: Kathmandu

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