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35 or 41 days · Delhi to Kathmandu
India & Nepal
The Facts
· 75% simple hotels and hostels, 5% overnight camel safari, 20% simple teahouses · All meals included whilst trekking · A combination of private and public buses, trains, flights, taxis, plus extensive walking and hiking is included · For info on how it all works see pages 4 to 9 · Entrance fees to sites listed as part of the itinerary are not included
Experience the vastness and variety of India as we take you to experience bustling cities, sacred lakeside towns, authentic local villages and everything in between. Admire the monumental Taj Mahal, explore the animated desert towns of Rajasthan, and taste some of the most exotic food to ever tantalise your taste buds. This tour combines the stunning 13 day Annapurna Trek with our Delhi to Kathmandu 1 or 2 for a comprehensive journey through the best bits of India and Nepal.
Day 26-29, Pokhara - Kathmandu - Pokhara is packed with travellers gearing up to take on the stunning Annapurnas. Soak up the vibe in this exciting town before we travel to Nepal's capital, Kathmandu. Check out the market area of Asan, the Bhimsen Temple, Durbar Square, Hari Shanker Temple and the Maru Ganesh Shrine. Relax and prepare for the trek ahead. Day 30-32, Pokhara - Jomson - Kagbeni (2810m) Muktinath (3802m) - We return to Pokhara taking in the scenic views along the way. We then fly to Jomson and begin our trek, first trekking to the Wkali Bhatti settlement and then the Kagbeni village. Hiking along the Gandaki River, we will reach the traditional Jharkot Village and then ascend to the impressive Mikinath Temple. Day 33-37, Muktinath - Marpha (2670m) - Ghasa (2080m) Tatopani (1189m) - Ghorepani (2724m) - Tadopani (2540m) We descend to the Kaligandaki river basin and follow this path until we reach the Ghasa village. After making out way to the Gandaki valley we have time to relax in the hot water springs in the Tatopani. We then ascend to popular Ghorepani, taking in spectacular views along the way. On our way to Tadophani we'll glimpse a beautiful sunrise with the chance to see many mountains in the distance including Annapurna (8091m). Day 38-41, Tadopani - Ghandrung (1950m) - Nayapul (1070m) - Pokhara - Kathmandu - Leaving Tadopani we take on a steep descent on our way to Ghandrung, the village of the ethnic group of Gurung . We continue our descent and reach our final destination, Nayapul. We then drive to Pokhara and the following day we return to Kathmandu. Enjoy more sightseeing or relax and unwind. Our tour will finish in the morning of day 41.
Choose your options!
Visit our website to download our Optional Excursions Guide for details about the activities and optional extras offered on this tour. Delhi to Annapurna 1 - 35 days Code: BXIDK3 £740 · 1,110 · CHF1,850 · US$1,480 C$1,590 · A$1,780 · NZ$2,000 Plus Local Fund of US$530
Start Fri 03 Oct 08 Fri 24 Oct 08 Fri 14 Nov 08 Fri 05 Dec 08 Fri 26 Dec 08 End Thu 06 Nov 08 Thu 27 Nov 08 Thu 18 Dec 08 Thu 08 Jan 09 Thu 29 Jan 09 Start Fri 16 Jan 09 Fri 06 Feb 09 Fri 27 Feb 09 Fri 20 Mar 09 Fri 04 Sep 09 End Thu 19 Feb 09 Thu 12 Mar 09 Thu 02 Apr 09 Thu 23 Apr 09 Thu 08 Oct 09 Start Fri 25 Sep 09 Fri 16 Oct 09 Fri 06 Nov 09 Fri 27 Nov 09 Fri 18 Dec 09 End Thu 29 Oct 09 Thu 19 Nov 09 Thu 10 Dec 09 Thu 31 Dec 09 Thu 21 Jan 10
Day 1-6, Delhi - Agra - Ranthambore National Park - Discover modern India in Delhi, and wander by bazaars or admire the country's largest mosque, Jama Masjid. Agra is the home of the Taj Mahal, and after a stop here we will visit the tigers of Ranthambore NP, one of the world's most famous tiger reserves. Day 7-15, Samode - Jaipur - Pushkar - Udaipur - Jodhpur - We visit Samode, a beautiful village dominated by its Palace and Bagh (formal garden), and then we stop in Jaipur, where you can wander the markets or take an elephant ride. The peaceful village of Pushkar with its sacred lake is next on the itinerary, followed by Udaipur, where white marble palaces, placid blue lakes, stunning gardens and roaming green hills are highlights. We then travel to Jodhpur in western Rajasthan. Explore the old city, visit the Government Museum and marvel at the Meherangarh Fort. Day 16-21, Jaisalmer & Overnight Camel Safari - Bikaner Shekhawati - Delhi - In Jaisalmer we take a safari to experience desert life from a camel's back and camp under the stars, before stopping in Bikaner, an oasis town with many merchant havelis. Visit Lalgarh Palace, an impressive red sandstone building surrounded by sand dunes and rocks, and don't miss one of the finest forts in western Rajasthan, the Junagarh Fort. In Shekhawati we have time to admire the chhatris (monuments) before returning to Delhi. Day 22-25, Varanasi - Lumbini - Chitwan National Park - In the holy city of Varanasi we take a boat trip on the Ganges and then you have time to explore the many ghats where pilgrims take a purifying dip in the river. We then cross the border into Nepal and stop in the world-heritage listed Lumbini before travelling to Chitwan NP, where you can go on an elephant safari, a jungle walk or a river trip.
Delhi to Annapurna 2 - 41 days Code: BXIDK4 £850 · 1,280 · CHF2,130 · US$1,700 C$1,830 · A$2,040 · NZ$2,300 Plus Local Fund of US$620
Start Sat 27 Sep 08 Sat 18 Oct 08 Sat 08 Nov 08 Sat 29 Nov 08 Sat 20 Dec 08 End Thu 06 Nov 08 Thu 27 Nov 08 Thu 18 Dec 08 Thu 08 Jan 09 Thu 29 Jan 09 Start Sat 10 Jan 09 Sat 31 Jan 09 Sat 21 Feb 09 Sat 14 Mar 09 Sat 29 Aug 09 End Thu 19 Feb 09 Thu 12 Mar 09 Thu 02 Apr 09 Thu 23 Apr 09 Thu 08 Oct 09 Start Sat 19 Sep 09 Sat 10 Oct 09 Sat 31 Oct 09 Sat 21 Nov 09 Sat 12 Dec 09 End Thu 29 Oct 09 Thu 19 Nov 09 Thu 10 Dec 09 Thu 31 Dec 09 Thu 21 Jan 10
Friendly local Indian girl
Shekhawati Bikaner Jaisalmer Jaipur Agra Jodhpur Udaipur Pushkar
Delhi
Annapurna Trek
Pokhara Lumbini
Kathmandu
NEPAL
Chitwan NP Varanasi
Ranthambore NP 35 Day Tour
INDIA
Tour Includes the Annapurna Trek
Marpha Muktinath Kagbeni Jomsom Mountain Peak Camping Spot Glacier
Ghasa Tatopani Tadapani Ghodepani Ghandrung To Kathmandu Nayapul Pokhara
The Palace of the Winds, Jaipur
Delhi to Annapurna Trip Notes: www.budgetexpeditions.com/tripnotes/bxidk4
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