Enchanting Himalayas with Taj Mahal - 16 Days

Product Code: 690951

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Explore Old and New Delhi with a guided city tour.
    • Visiting most significant sites such as Humayun's Tomb Red Fort and Raj Ghat - the site of Ghandi's crematorium. 
    • Enjoy a Rickshaw ride through Delhi's backstreets.
    • Guided city tour of Agra with sunrise visit Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh.
    • Darjeeling home of the top cuppa, tea plantations, Tiger Hill, Buddhist monasteries & colourful markets.
    • Capital of Sikkim, Buddist monasteries, Tibetan sites & flower orchards in Gangtok.
    • Thimphu - Market, Chorten’s memorial, Hand Made Paper Unit, Handicrafts Emporium.
    • Paro - Paro Rinpung Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang, The National Museum at Ta Dzong, local farmhouse and Paro market.
Tour Code
690951
Duration
16 day
Departure City
New Delhi
End City
New Delhi
Language
English

Itinerary

Day 01
New Delhi

Arrival at New Delhi

Hotel: Ivory 32 or similar

On the day of arrival at New Delhi airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for half day guided tour to New Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 02
New Delhi

New Delhi - Agra - New Delhi (220 Kms / 3:30 Hrs) - One way

Hotel: Ivory 32 or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning early breakfast at hotel, later drive to Agra “City of Love”. Upon arrival at Agra, later proceed for guided tour to Agra, visit Agra Fort (Moti Masjid, Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-I-Aam, Diwan-I-Khas), Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb and Jama Masjid. Also visit the world’s most popular and beautiful monument Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh (Closed on Friday). After finish your guided tour to Agra, later drive back to New Delhi for night stay. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 03
New Delhi

New Delhi - Bagdogra (By Flight) - Darjeeling (65 Kms / 2:30 Hrs)

Hotel: Sonar Bangla or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for Bagdogra. Upon arrival at Bagdogra airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later drive to Darjeeling. Upon arrival at Darjeeling check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 04

Darjeeling - Mirik - Darjeeling (45 Kms / 1:30 Hrs)

Hotel: Sonar Bangla or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for a day excursion trip to Mirik, via en-route visit to Simana Basti and Pashupati market. Upon arrival at Mirik, enjoy the boat ride or horse riding at Sumendu Lake. Also visit to Bokar Monastery. After finish your sightseeing tour at Mirik, later drive back to Darjeeling for night stay. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 05

At Darjeeling

Hotel: Sonar Bangla or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today early morning visit to Tiger Hills (8364 ft / 2550 Mts at around 04 Am) to view fetching sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak (subject to clear weather). Later drive back to your hotel for breakfast, via en-route visit to Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop and spend some time with leisure activties. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Darjeeling, visit Japanese Temple, Peace pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Tibetan refugee self help Center (Closed on Sunday) & Tea Estate. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. After finish your guided tour to Darjeeling, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 06

Darjeeling - Gangtok (96 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Hotel: Central Hill Resort or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Gangtok, via en-route enjoy river rafting (at your own cost) at Teesta river. Upon arrival at Gangtok check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 07

At Gangtok

Hotel: Central Hill Resort or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Gangtok, visit Hanuman Tok, Ganesh Tok & Tashi View Point, later drive for rest of the points, that is the seven points - Rumtek Monastery or Banjhakri Water Falls, Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom (Closed on Sunday), Cable Car (Own Ticket), Research Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Do-Dul-Chorten (Stupar), Botanical Garden & flower show. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 08

Gangtok - Tsomgo Lake - Gangtok (40 Kms / 2 Hrs)

Hotel: Central Hill Resort or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for day excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir (In case of land slide or any reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provide alternate sightseeing) at the height of 12400 ft / 3780 Mts with an average depth of 50 ft. The cool water of the lake is perfectly attuned with the scenic beauty around. The lake remains frozen during the winter season. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 09

Gangtok - Phuentsholing (240 Kms / 6:30 Hrs)

Hotel: Druk or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Phuentsholing (Bhutan Border). Upon arrival at Phuentsholing check in your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 10
Thimphu

Phuentsholing - Thimphu (150 Kms / 4:30 Hrs)

Hotel: Hotel Norbuling or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out proceed for sightseeing tour to Phuentsholing, visit Gumpha mandir, Karbandi Monastery and Zangtopelri (Dzong architecture and temple). After finish your sightseeing tour at Phuentsholing, later continue drive to Thimphu. Upon arrival at Thimphu check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later enjoy the walks to the nearby streets, visit local markets, enjoy street food and communicate with local people. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 11
Thimphu

At Thimphu

Hotel: Hotel Norbuling or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Thimphu, visit National Memorial Chorten (built in memory of the third King of Bhutan who reigned from 1952-1972), Buddha Dordenma, Tashichho Dzong, BBS Tower, Government Run Handicraft Emporium, Folk Heritage Museum, National Textile Museums, National Institute of Traditional Medicine (out side view) and Zoo. However, some of the landmarks are closed in the weekends (Saturdays and Sundays). Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 12
Punakha

Thimphu - Punakha (75 Kms / 2:30 Hrs)

Hotel: Himalayan Dragon's Nest Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Punakha, via en-route visit to Dochula Pass (3,050 Mts) that heralds the most enchanting views of Bhutan. Also visit to Talo monastery and Chimi Lhakhang. Upon arrival at Punakha check in your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong was strategically built at the confluence of the Pho Chu (male) and Mo Chu (female) rivers by the first Shabdrung of Bhutan, Ngawang Namgyel in 1637. Also visit Lingkana Palace. After finish your guided tour to Punakha, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 13
Punakha

Punakha - Wangdue Phodrang - Paro (130 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Hotel: Drukchen or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Paro, via en-route visit to Wangdue Phodrang, visit Wangdue Dzong and the local market. After finish your visit to Wangdue Phodrang, later continue drive to Paro, via en-route visit to Druk Wangyel Monastery, Dochula Chorten and and Simtokha Dzong. Upon arrival at Paro check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 14
Paro

At Paro

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Paro, visit the National Museum (Ta Dzong) followed by a leisurely walk to visit Rinpung Dzong. Also visit the Drukgyel Dzong, the ruined fortress where Bhutanese deterred several invasions by Tibetan army. Also visit the famous Paro Taktsang a sacred Vajrayana Himalayan Buddhist site located in the cliffside of the upper Paro valley in Bhutan. Evening, pay a visit to the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 15
Paro

Paro - New Delhi (By Flight)

Hotel: Ivory 32 or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Jabalpur airport to board the flight for New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 16
New Delhi

Departure from New Delhi

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.

Meal

  • B:Included
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • 15 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
    • Assistance during arrival and departure.
    • Daily breakfast at hotel.
    • All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
    • Local english speaking guide at New Delhi, Agra, Darjeeling, Gangtok, Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Punakha and Paro.
    • Cycle Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi.
    • Toy train ride at Darjeeling.
    • Jeep ride to Tsomgo Lake.
    • Bhutanese visa fee.
    • Bhutan Government daily royalties, and other taxes.
    • One mineral water bottle per person per day.

Package Excludes

    • International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
    • All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals that tour guide arranges
    • Optional tours (Items and prices may vary due to different seasons and are subject to the final confirmation made by tour guide when on tour.)
    • Monument entry fees
    • Visas Fee (if applicable)
    • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
    • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you'll receive after booking)

Special Notes

    • Frequently Asked Questions
      Are airport transfers included in this tour?
      - Yes.
      Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
      - Yes.
      Are the local guides are available other language?
      - Yes, All language local guides are available as per request.
      Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
      - Yes.
      Can I join the tour once it has departed?
      - Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.
      Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
      - Yes.
      Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?
      - Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
      Do you require a visa for this holiday?
      - Only for foreign national traveler.
      Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
      - Most of the places you will get free Wi-FI.
      Is the transportation is air conditioned?
      - Yes.
      Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
      - Yes.
      Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
      - Yes. .
      What currencies are required for this tour?
      - Currency always depend on the country.
      What documents will I receive before I travel?
      - You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.
      What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
      - 100% departure if there is single traveler.​​​​​​​
      What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
      - Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.​​​​​​​
      What is the maximum group size?
      - 10​​​​​​​.
      What is the standard of the hotels on the tour?
      - 3 Star​​​​​​​.
      What is the tipping policy?
      - Tips always optional.​​​​​​​
      Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
      - Yes.
      Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
      - Yes.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 2 people.
* Child with a bed enjoys the same price as an adult.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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