Kathmandu to Delhi

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Kathmandu

Walk through a maze of bazaars and visit Swayambhunath, the 'monkey temple', and Durbar Square, home to the Kumari Devi or 'living goddess'.

Days 3-5 Chitwan National Park

Explore the Chitwan National Park by jeep and on foot to experience some of Asia's best wildlife viewing. Spot rhinos, monkeys and even wild Nepalese chickens.

Day 6 Lumbini

The final stop in Nepal is at the border town of Lumbini. It was here that Siddhartha Gautama, better known as Buddha, was born.

Day 7 Varanasi

The change of scenery from Nepal to India is immediate - enter Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state, and be greeted by holy cows moseying along the highway.

Day 8 River Ganges Boat Trip

What better way to experience the sacred River Ganges than by boat? Journey down the waterway and spend a night camping on its banks.

Days 9-10 Varanasi

One of the world's oldest living cities, Varanasi is a hive of religious life and colour. Wander through the ruins of nearby Sarnath or just sit by the river and watch the constant flow of activity.

Days 11-12 Orchha

By the banks of the River Betwa sits Orchha, a historical masterpiece of stone temples and palaces. Explore the grand buildings untouched by modern life that lie scattered across the countryside.

Day 13 Agra

Visit one of the finest monuments ever constructed, the Taj Mahal. This 'embodiment of all things pure' was built as a memorial for Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan's second wife.

Days 14-15 Delhi

The adventure concludes in India's capital, alive with historical sites, museums, galleries and endless bazaars. The ruins of Qutb Minar, the Indira Gandhi Museum and Birla House are all worth visiting.