Rajasthan And Nepal Tour

On arrival at International airport meet with Go High Travels representative, who will introduce you with your drive and brief you about your Rajasthan and Nepal tour. Now proceed to hotel, on arrival check in at your room. Day at leisure.

Overnight at hotel in Delhi.

After scrumptious breakfast get ready for Delhi city tour, visit the Capital of India to know about its great history & watch out amazing monuments of years back. You will visit Old Delhi & New Delhi today. Old Delhi was the capital of Mughal empire, it was built by Shah Jahan from 1638 to 1649, it contains Red Fort, ChandaniChowk (a huge market place offering all stuff with the best bargaining option), this area is quite crowded with all type of shops, traffic and of course the Monuments, you will see JamaMasjid here which is one of the largest mosques in India.

New Delhi - this is new & present capital of India which was formed in 1931. It is the largest commercial city of Northern India. You will see visit here QutabMinar – it is a five storeys minarat and a UNESCO World Heritage site , Humayun’s Tomb – the tomb of Mughal Emperor Humayun, drive pass India Gate – the war memorial, it is 42 metre tall, designed by Edwin Lutyens, Raj Ghat – memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, President House – official home of the President.

Overnight at hotel in Delhi.

Post breakfast get all set & check out from hotel in the morning. Drive to Agra, the Mughal city (4.5hrs. approx.), on arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon take city tour visit the World famous site TajMahal (remains closed on Friday) – the symble of love & also a UNESCO World Heritage site, next to visit is Agra Fort - it is a historical fort of Agra, about 2.5 kms from TajMahal. During Mughal Dynasty, it was their main residence. Emperor Shah Jahan spent last days of his life in this Fort & died here under the imprisonment ordered by his own son Aurangzeb. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site.Transfer back to hotel.

Overnight at hotel in Agra.

Post breakfast check out from hotel enroute visit FatehpurSikri – a small city founded by a Mughal emperor Akbar the Great in 16^thcentuary, situated west of Agra. It is a red sandstone building houses other worthseeing buildings inside, it sets the example of the best architecture of Mughal dynasty in India.

Continue drive to Ranthambore (next 4 hrs approx.), the national wildlife sanctuary of Rajasthan state of India. It is the vast wildlife reserve for tigers, Indian leopard, crocodile & many others, the best time to enjoy this park safari is November to May. It is one of the best national parks of India for spotting a tiger. On arrival check in at hotel.Evening free at leisure.

Overnight at hotel in Ranthambore.

Early morning get ready to enjoy jungle safari & if you are lucky, can see the tiger during your ride in National park. Return back to hotel for breakfast. Day at leisure. Afternoon ride is ready again, either go for it or stay relaxed at hotel.

Overnight at hotel in Ranthambore.

Post breakfast check out from hotel & drive to Bundi (3hrs. approx.) – it is located at Northwest of Rajasthan state of India. It is known for its particular architectural structure , forts, Palaces &stepwell. Around Bundi there are some small villages of potters, an ancient time it was apparently inhabitant for many local tribes. On arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon explore the surroundings visit DhabaiKund, Rani ji ki Baori (Step well) and then Bundi Palace. Transfer back to hotel.

Overnight at hotel in Bundi.

Post breakfast check out from hotel & drive to another popular city (5 hrs. approx.) of Rajasthan state of India. It is the beautiful city surrounded by artificial lakes, it is called as city of Lakes and popular for its amazing royal residences. It was the capital of Mewar Kingdom & was founded by MaharanaUdai Singh II. On arrival check in at hotel.Evening visit local bazaar.

Overnight at hotel in Udaipur.

Post breakfast you would enjoy day tour start with Sahelionki Bari – this a garden which was designed by the king himself to present his queen. The garden was used to spend the time at leisure by queen & royal ladies. Next to visit is City Palace, enjoy a heritage walk to this Palace, it is a huge complex which houses several Palace inside, it is the integration of Mughal &Rajasthani architecture, overlook Lake Pichola, there are other worthseeing monuments likeJag Mandir, Jagdish temple , just near to this marvellous Palace complex. Enjoy boat ride at Pichholalake and evening folk dance show at “Bagoreki Haveli (19.00 – 20.00 hrs. each evening).

Overnight at hotel in Udaipur.

Post breakfast check out from hotel & drive to next destination of Rajasthan, it is one of the most popular cities of Rajasthan which is known as Blue city as the houses around the fort are painted with bright blue colour, it is Jodhpur (5.5hrs. approx.), enroute must visit Ranakpur which is a jain temple constructed with white marble, you will see numerous pillars with magnificent architecture on it. Drive Continue & check in at hotel. Evening explore local bazaar or stay relaxed at hotel.

Overnight at hotel in Jodhpur.

Post breakfast check out from hotel & enjoy the sightseeing of massive fort .RaoJodha who is considered the founder of Jodhpur, built Mehrangarh Fort which is located at hill top. There is a museum in this fort which is well stocked. Visit JaswantThada – it is a white marble memorial built by Maharaja Sardar Singh in the memory of his father Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Now proceed to Jaipur, one of the most prominent cities of Rajasthan Western state of India, which is popularly known as pink city. The city was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727. Jaipur which complete the most popular tourist circuit in India along with Delhi & Agra is Golden Triangle. On arrival check in at hotel.Evening free at leisure.

Overnight at hotel in Jaipur.

Post breakfast you are scheduled for city tour , Jaipur main tourist attractions are indeed its forts & Palace , among them the most popular are Amber Fort enjoy an excursion trip to this fort which is situated about 11kms far from main city, enjoy a ride on Elephant to ascend the fort (Optional), it is simply a different experience, else you can take jeep ride. Now proceed to HawaMahal – the Palace of Winds. The structure was built as women’s chambers, to allow royal ladies to observe everyday activities in the street below without being seen from the outside.

Now visit City Palace which is a unique and arresting complex of several palaces, pavilions, gardens and temples. The most prominent structures of this Palace complex are the Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, MukutMahal, Maharani's Palace and the City Palace Museum, drive pass JalMahal – it is a Palace situated at the middle of Lake. Transfer to hotel.

Overnight at hotel in Jaipur.

Post breakfast check out from hotel & drive back to Delhi , the capital city of India (5.5hrs. approx.), on arrival check in at hotel. Evening go out for shopping or stay relaxed .

Overnight at hotel in Delhi.

Post breakfast check out from hotel. Transfer to airport to board the flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival at the airport, welcome by our representative & transfer to the Hotel. At the hotel briefing about the program by our representative. In the afternoon, visit:

Swoyambhunath

The four seeing eyes of SwoyambhunathStupa watch over the valley from the top of 77-m high hillock on western side. This most glorious Stupa in the world, is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal and its establishment is linked to the creation of Kathmandu valley out of a primordial lake. The surroundings of the Swoyambhunath are covered with small Chaityas& monasteries as well as some Hindu temples. The National Museum and the Museum of Natural History are situated at the foot of the hill.

Kathmandu Durbar Square:

This complex of palaces, courtyards and temples, built between 12th and 18th Centuries, used to be the seat of ancient Malla Kings of Kathmandu. It is the place where kings of Nepal are crowned and their coronations solemnized. An intriguing piece here is the 17th century stone inscription set into the wall of the palace with writings in 15 languages. Kumari Temple: Kumari temple is the residence of the Living Goddess. Kumari, known as Virgin Goddess has got some specialties, she must be chosen from a typical Newari cast with no body marks & injuries & will be replaced by another Kumari after puberty. Kasthamandap: Kasthamandap is believed to be constructed from the wood of a single tree in the sixteenth century situated near to the Kumari Temple. The name Kathmandu was named after this temple.

Rest day at leisure.

Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Post breakfast, drive to Pokhara. The drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara takes about 6 hours. Upon arrival at Pokhara transfer to the hotel and your rest of the day is free.

If Kathmandu is the cultural hub of Nepal, Pokhara is its center of adventure. An enchanting city nestled in a tranquil valley, it is the starting point for many of Nepal's most popular trekking and rafting destinations. The atmosphere on the shore of Phewa Lake is one of excited vitality as hipster backpackers crowd the many bars and restaurants exchanging recommendations on guest houses and viewpoints, both by the lake and above the clouds.

Pokhara is a place of remarkable natural beauty. The serenity of Phewa Lake and the magnificence of the fishtailed summit of Machhapuchhre (6,977 m) rising behind it create an ambience of peace and magic. At an elevation lower than Kathmandu, it has a much more tropical feel to it, a fact well appreciated by the beautiful diversity of flowers which prosper in its environs. Indeed, the valley surrounding Pokhara is home to thick forests, gushing rivers, emerald lakes, and of course, the world famous views of the Himalaya.

The powerful rule of the old kings of Kathmandu, the Lichhavis and the Mallas, held sway over this valley for some time. As these dynasties fell prey to their own troubles, Pokhara Valley and the surrounding hills disintegrated into small kingdoms, frequently at war with each other. These were called the ChaubiseRajya or the Twenty-four Kingdoms. It was among these that Kulmandan Shah established his kingdom. His descendant Drabya Shah was the first to establish Gorkha, home of the legendary Gurkha warriors.

Finally, Pokhara is part of a once vibrant trade route extending between India and Tibet. To this day, mule trains can be seen camped on the outskirts of the town, bringing goods to trade from remote regions of the Himalaya. This is the land of the Magars and Gurungs, hardworking farmers and valorous warriors who have earned world-wide fame as Gurkha soldiers. The Thakalis, another important ethnic group here, are known for their entrepreneurship

After breakfast, half day sightseeing tour of Pokhara city covering:

Bindhyabasini Temple, This is one of the oldest temples in Pokhara. Legend says that when Pokhara was a part of Kaski Kingdom, the main deity of the temple, Goddess Durga, was brought from India. Apart from the peace and tranquility that can be felt in this region, the premises of the temple offers a good view of the Himalaya on a clear day. The temple is in the area of the Bazaar; hence, a journey of the old bazaar can be combined with a visit to the temple.DevisFall, Davis Fall is the most famous water fall in Pokhara, which comes to its gushing best just before disappearing underground. SetiGandaki / Gorge: SetiGandaki and Seti Gorge are other two important places to visit in Pokhara. The Setigandaki flows right through the city, it runs completely underground at many places. There is a local myth that the entire land of Pokhara floats on the Setiriver.

Afternoon to explore the valley at your own.

Overnight at Pokhara.

Post breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu. After short rest half day city tour in Kathmandu

Pashupatinath

Pashupatinath is the holiest Hindu pilgrimage destination in Nepal. There are linga images of Shiva along with statues, shrines, and temples dedicated to other deities in the complex. A temple dedicated to Shiva existed at this site in AD 879. However, the present temple was built by King BhupatindraMalla in 1697. A gold-plated roof, silver doors, and woodcarvings of the finest quality decorate the pagoda construction. Guheswari Temple, restored in AD 1653, represents the female "force". It is dedicated to Satidevi, Shiva's first wife, who gave up her life in the flames of her father's fire ritual.

A circuit of the Pashupati area takes visitors past a sixth-century statue of the Buddha, an eighth-century statue of Brahma the creator and numerous other temples. Some other places to visit are Rajrajeswari Temple, built in 1407, Kailas with lingas more than 1,400 years old, Gorakhnath temple, and the courtyard of Biswarup. There are rows of Shiva shrines and Hindu pilgrims from all over South Asia offering puja worship to Shiva, tile Lord of Destruction.

The Bagmati River flows close by and the AryaGhat cremation grounds are here. We strongly advise photographers not to take photos of cremations and of bereaved families. Sadhus, sages who follow the lifestyle of Shiva, may be seen covered in ashes and loin-cloths. They ask for money in case you want to take their photos. The main Pashupatinath courtyard may be entered by those of Hindu faith only.

Boudhanath

Boudhanath is among the largest stupas in South Asia, and it has become the focal point of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. The white mound looms thirty-six meters overhead. The stupa is located on the ancient trade route to Tibet, and Tibetan merchants rested and offered prayers here for many centuries. When refugees entered Nepal from Tibet in the 1950s, many of them decided to live around Bouddhanath. They established many gompas, and the "Little Tibet" of Nepal was born. This "Little Tibet" is still the best place in the Valley to observe Tibetan lifestyle. Monks walk about in maroon robes. Tibetans walk with prayer wheels in their hands, and the rituals of prostration are presented to the Buddha as worshippers circumambulate the stupa on their hands and knees, bowing down to their lord.

Many people believe that Bouddhanath was constructed in the fifth century, but definite proof is lacking. The stupa is said to entomb the remains of a Kasyap sage who is venerable both to Buddhists and Hindus. One legend has it that a woman requested a Valley king for the donation of ground required to build a stupa. She said she needed land covered by one buffalo's skin and her wish was granted by the King. She cut a buffalo skin into thin strips and circled off a fairly large clearing. The king had no choice but to give her the land.

The Bouddha area is a visual feast. Colorfulthangkas, Tibetan jewellery, hand-woven carpets, masks, and khukuri knives are sold in the surrounding stalls. Smaller stupas are located at the base. Gompa monasteries, curio shops, and restaurants surround Bouddhanath. Conveniently situated restaurants with roof-top patios provide good food and excellent views of Bouddhanath.

Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Post breakfast transfer to the airport to board your onward flight for further journey.

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