Erlebnisreise von Delhi nach Kathmandu

Erlebnisreise von Delhi nach Kathmandu

• Trip code: 485X117
• Dauer: 15
• Stil: Classic

Wenn du die ganze Vielfalt von Indien und Nepal erleben möchtest, kombiniert diese 15-tägige Erlebnisreise die farbenfrohe Kultur Indiens mit der himmlischen Ruhe des Himalaya-Gebirges in Nepal. Von den Ghats entlang des Ganges-Ufers in Varanasi bis zu einer Allradsafari im Chitwan-Nationalpark führen dich unsere erfahrenen CEOs durch eine Region von unübertroffener natürlicher Schönheit und Spiritualität, bevor sie dich in die eindrucksvolle Himalaya-Landschaft von Nepals magischer Hauptstadt Kathmandu bringen.

Übersicht

Introduction

Wenn du die ganze Vielfalt von Indien und Nepal erleben möchtest, kombiniert diese 15-tägige Erlebnisreise die farbenfrohe Kultur Indiens mit der himmlischen Ruhe des Himalaya-Gebirges in Nepal. Von den Ghats entlang des Ganges-Ufers in Varanasi bis zu einer Allradsafari im Chitwan-Nationalpark führen dich unsere erfahrenen CEOs durch eine Region von unübertroffener natürlicher Schönheit und Spiritualität, bevor sie dich in die eindrucksvolle Himalaya-Landschaft von Nepals magischer Hauptstadt Kathmandu bringen

Meals Included

2 Frühstück, 1 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD395-515 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Start / Finish

Delhi nach Kathmandu

Checklist

Cold Weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers
• Warm waterproof jacket

Conservative Dress:
• Modest clothing that covers knees and shoulders (Long pants, long skirts, shirts that cover shoulders)
• Shawl or scarf (for temple visits)

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Light Hiking:
• Hiking boots/sturdy walking shoes
• Hiking pants (Convertible/Zip-off and quick dry recommended)
• Walking poles

Train Travel (Optional):
• Slip-on shoes
• Small container with lid
• Travel cutlery
• Travel or camp cup

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Bitte beachte: During the colder months (Oct-Apr) the mountains can be cold, so please make sure you pack warm clothes. During the months of Jul-Sep is the rainy season, so please make sure to pack waterproof clothes

Packing Note

During the colder months (Oct-Apr) the mountains can be cold, so please make sure you pack warm clothes. During the months of Jul-Sep is the rainy season, so please make sure to pack waterproof clothes

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Transfer durch Women With Wheels, Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Anoothi Block Printing Experience, Jaipur
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Aufenthalt in einer Barauli-Gemeinde, Royal Chitwan National Park
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Sharing Seeds Experience, Pokhara
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Besuch in einer Tharu-Gemeinde, Royal Chitwan National Park. Besuch des India Gate und des Connaught Place. Besichtigung Fort Amber und Hawa Mahal. Eintritt Taj Mahal. Besichtigung des Orchha-Palastes. Bootsfahrt auf dem Ganges bei Sonnenaufgang und Sonnenuntergang inklusive Zeremonie mit Kerzen und Blumen. Orientierungs-Spaziergang entlang der Ghats und durch die Altstadt von Varanasi. Besuch von Buddhas Geburtsstätte. Jeep-Safari im Chitwan-Nationalpark. Ausflug zum Sarangkot bei Sonnenaufgang. Orientierungs-Spaziergang in Kathmandu. Besichtigung des Swayambhunath-Tempels (Tempel der Affen). Unterstützung beim Grenzübertritt. Alle Transfers zwischen den Reisezielen sowie zu inbegriffenen Aktivitäten und zurück

Optional Activities

Delhi
- Half Day Culinary Tour of Delhi

Jaipur
- Raj Mandir Kino und Film (200-400INR pro Person)
- Besichtigung des Stadtpalastes (1000INR pro Person)
- Besuch von Jantar Mantar (202INR pro Person)
- Besichtigung des Hawa Mahal (Palast der Winde) (202INR pro Person)
- Im Heißluftballon über Jaipur
- Jaipur Cycle Tour

Orchha
- Puja-Zeremonie (Gratis)
- Orchha Cooking School

Varanasi
- Heritage and Spiritual Walk in Old Benaras
- Besuch in Sarnath

Royal Chitwan National Park
- Radfahren (950NPR pro Person)

Sarangkot
- Ausflug zur World Peace Pagoda (1000-1500NPR pro Gruppe)
- Besuch im Gorkhamuseum (200NPR pro Person)

Pokhara
- Flug von Pokhara nach Kathmandu

Mount Everest
- Everest-Flug

Group Size Notes

Max. 15, im Schnitt 12

Accommodation

Hotels (11 N), Gastfamilie (2 N), Nachtzug (1 N)

Accommodation

Hotels (10 Nächte), Gastfamilie (2 Nächte), Nachtzug (1 Nacht), klimatisiertes Luxuszelt (1 Nacht)

Transport

Zug, privater Bus, privater Minibus, Tuk-Tuks, Flussschiff, Fahrradricksha, Allradwagen

Group Leader

CEO während der ganzen Reise, lokale Guides

Highlights

Erkunde die belebten Straßen von Agra, besuche das pulsierende Delhi und das traumhafte Jaipur, genieße eine abendliche Kreuzfahrt auf dem Ganges, mach eine Allradsafari im Chitwan-Nationalpark, sieh die Berge in Nepal

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Delhi

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included through the G Adventures-supported Women With Wheels project

Day 2 Delhi/Jaipur

Visit Delhi's impressive India Gate and Connaught Place before traveling to Jaipur, commonly called the "Pink City" for its unique architecture. Along the way, try your hand at block printing with the women of the Anoothi Project. Get to know this colourful city on an orientation walk, then opt to watch a classic Bollywood film

Day 3 Jaipur

Explore Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, clinging to the surrounding hills on Maota Lake. Stop to marvel at the mysterious Hawa Mahal, "Palace of the Winds," an elaborately carved facade built to enable the purdah women in the Zenana to watch the goings-on in the street below without being seen

Day 4 Jaipur/Āgra

Take in the arid terrain and small towns on the ride to Agra for a sunset visit to the famous Taj Mahal. Marvel at the iconic Mughal architecture and immerse yourself in the mausoleum's unique history

Day 5 Āgra/Orchha

Travel by train and rickshaw to reach peaceful Orchha along the Betwa River. Enjoy some time away from India's bustling cities and gain insight into rural life. Visit Tarragram, a unique paper-making plant set up to assist tribal women from the area. All the paper is made from recycled clothing and wood pulp. Then, visit the palace complex to learn more about the ancient history here. Opt to witness an evening puja, a Hindu prayer ceremony

Day 6 Orchha/Varanasi

Enjoy free time to explore beautiful Orchha. Opt to rent a bike, stroll along the river, or take a cooking class and enjoy the fruits of your labour for lunch. In the evening, catch an overnight train to Varanasi

Day 7 Varanasi

Arrive in Varanasi, the quintessential Indian holy city where millions of Hindus travel for pilgrimage, to worship, to mourn, or to die. Take an orientation walk along the ghats and visit the old city to get acquainted with this magical city

Day 8 Varanasi

Enjoy a sunrise boat tour along the sacred Ganges before free time to explore this holy city. Walk the narrow alleys, visit some of the hundreds of temples and shrines, or wander the Old City. Opt to visit the site of the Buddha's first sermon or sit on the banks of the Ganges watching life unfold around you. In the evening, embark on a Ganges boat trip at sunset to witness a candlelit flower ceremony

Day 9 Varanasi/Lumbini

Cross the border into Nepal and step back in time as you experience Buddha's birthplace - Lumbini, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and pilgrimage centre. Visit the Maya Devi Temple, where the Queen gave birth to Siddhartha Gautama

Day 10 Lumbini/Royal Chitwan National Park

Travel through a belt of marshy grasslands, savannas, and forests at the base of the Himalayas. The region is home to rhinos, elephants, Bengal tigers, bears, and leopards. Enjoy an overnight homestay with the indigenous Tharu community and discover their culture through dance and song. Opt to go on a cycling excursion through the area

Day 11 Royal Chitwan National Park

Explore the diverse ecosystems of the UNESCO Chitwan National Park on a 4x4 safari before a walk through the village and rice paddies. Settle in for another night of dance, songs, and Nepalese food with your Tharu community hosts

Day 12 Royal Chitwan National Park/Pokhara

Travel toward the beautiful scenery of the Annapurna Range to Pokhara. On arrival, take in the pristine lakes and stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. Opt to relax in a café, hire a boat and float around the lake, or shop for Nepali and Tibetan souvenirs in the endless stalls and shops

Day 13 Pokhara

Visit nearby Sarangkot for a sunrise walk with breathtaking views of the Annapurnas. Enjoy breakfast at Sharing Seeds and learn how organic arabica coffee and beekeeping helps uplift the community. Afterwards, taste the delicious dishes made during a traditional lunch. Explore Pokhara during free time in the afternoon

Day 14 Pokhara/Kathmandu

Drive to Kathmandu, visiting the iconic Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) en route. Arrive to the capital in the afternoon and get your bearings on an orientation walk. In your free time, choose between highlights in Kathmandu including world-famous Durbar Square, the King’s Palace, the burning ghats at Pashupatinath, and the Boudhanath Stupa

Day 15 Kathmandu

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Delhi

There are no planned activities until the evening welcome meeting. Afterward, head out for an optional dinner with the group.
Arriving early with a free day in Delhi? Opt to add the "Half Day Culinary Tour of Delhi" extra to your tour.

Day 2 Delhi/Jaipur

Day 3 Jaipur

With free time, opt to get active by pre-booking a cycle tour, or catch a classic Bollywood film in the spectacular Art Deco film house — the Raj Mandir.

Day 4 Jaipur/Āgra

Day 5 Āgra/Orchha

Day 6 Orchha/Varanasi

Day 7 Varanasi

Day 8 Varanasi

Pre-book the Varanasi Heritage Walk and enjoy a guided tour that focuses more on the local life in Varanasi and its philosophical and cultural values. Witness pilgrims singing and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of Varanasi in Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism.

Pre-book the Guided Visit of Sarnath and learn about the life of the Buddha. Discover the archeological ruins of the monastery. Explore the museum at Sarnath and the sacred Maha Bodhi Tree. Visit temples constructed by the buddhist people of Sri Lanka, Thailand and Japan and stop to admire the Buddha statue during the three hours of guided exploration.

Day 9 Varanasi/Lumbini

Today is a long travel day, so get comfortable, sit back and relax, and enjoy the changing landscape. Get ready to learn about the history and culture of Nepal. It is possible for most nationalities to get a Nepalese visa at the border for $30 USD. Nepal is 15 minutes ahead of India, time wise

Day 10 Lumbini/Royal Chitwan National Park

Day 11 Royal Chitwan National Park

Day 12 Royal Chitwan National Park/Pokhara

Day 13 Pokhara

The walk back from Sarangkot through farms and forest is wonderful and takes between 2-2.5 hours.

Day 14 Pokhara/Kathmandu

Swayambhunath is the most ancient and enigmatic of all the holy shrines in Kathmandu valley. Its lofty white dome and glittering golden spire are visible for many miles. To reach Swayambhunath climb 365 steps that lead up the hill. The area surrounding the stupa is filled with temples, painted images of deities, and numerous other religious objects. Please note if you opted for the flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu, you will still have the option to visit the Swayambhunath Buddhist temple once in Kathmandu

Day 15 Kathmandu

If you wish to partake in the Everest Flight optional activity on the final day of tour, please do not book any outgoing flights from Kathmandu earlier than 12 noon