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Three Country Tour
(Nepal - India- Tibet Tour)
This Unique and exciting tour is specially designed for those travelers who want to explore these 3 countries combined into the one trip. With a wealth of fascinating history, impressive architecture, stunning views of the Himalaya and an exciting drive, this trip to the famous landmarks of India, Nepal and Tibet will be memorable. These destinations are a 'must see' at least once in a travellers lifetime! During this tour to India,Nepal and Tibet you will experience three different cultures, a variety of landscapes, from the plains to the mountains, and each country will astound you with its own individual history, and colourful and exotic points of interest in the one trip.
The tour begins in India.
India, with its vast landmass, diversity of cultures, and massive population is a country of intrigue and excitement.
This country will amaze you as you visit the nations Capital, New Delhi, then travel to India's third-largest city, Jaipur, also known as the "Pink City" for its unusual rose-colored sandstone architecture.
Agra, the site of the famous Taj Mahal, which sits on the banks of the Yamuna River is the next stop. This stunningly beautiful, and possibly the most extravagant monument ever built for love in the world, will ignite your imagination and leave you with a feeling of other-worldliness.
Finally the tour continues to Varanasi, the holiest site in India, where thousands of Hindu pilgrims tour its temples and bathe in the Ganges River.
After exploring some of the most incredible sights of India you will visit Nepal, just over the border.
Nepal! The land of Never Ending Peace and Love.
This leg of the journey will offer you an insight into Nepal's rich ancient cultures and history. During your stay you will be taken on a sightseeing tour of the Kathmandu valley and discover a wealth of interesting and important landmarks.
While you are in Kathmandu, you will discover that in just a 10 kilometre radius there are more heritage sites gathered together than in any other place in the world.
A hike to Nagarkot to see the world's highest and most extensive mountain range is a highlight of this visit. You will see a huge part of the Himalaya Mountain Range spread out before you, from the aspect of the Ganesh Himal.
A fantastic vista awaits you here, from Dhaulagiri in the West, to the Sagarmatha (Everest) region, in the East.
Tibet
Tibet, (China), lies on an average elevation of 4000 m.
The country of Tibet, a land of awesome landscapes and ancient Buddhist Culture, where monasteries, artistically decorated by the Buddhist Monks dot the landscape, and the centuries old caravan trail is situated. This area is a completely new experience and one you will be glad you have explored.
Lhasa is the capital city of Tibet, and it is here that the famous and historically interesting Potala Palace of the Dalai Lama is situated. Many beautiful monasteries will capture your attention as you explore this city.
Three Country Tour Itinerary Details:
Day 01: Arrive Delhi We meet you in the Airport and transfer to hotel and rest day.
Day 02: Full day in Delhi Tour of Delhi including Red Fort n, the Jama Masjid - the biggest mosque in the India, the Raj Ghat the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi; India Gate an Arch of Commemorative victory; Presidential residence Rashtrapati Bhavan, the Parliament Sansad Bhavan and Government buildings of the secretary; Connaught place, commercial and managerial center. Overnight in the Hotel in Delhi
Day 03: Delhi - Jaipur: After breakfast leave Delhi , drive about 5 hours to Jaipur, a nice Old Indian city. Visit Amber Fort - the old capital of the State up to 1728. Visit the Jantar Mantar or astronomical observatory. The Palace of Rajput , paintings of Mughal and weapons and the impressive Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds . Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 04: Jaipur - Agra: After breakfast drive to Agra . On the way to Agra stop at the walled city of Fatehpur Sikri , built by Akbar the Great to commemorate the birth of his son. Visit the red stone mosques, courtyards and the palace.
Day 05: Full Day in Agra: Visit Taj Mahal (built by the Sha Jahan in 1631 to harbor his favorite queen's body Mumtaz Mahal). The architectural splendor of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is a vivid reminder of the opulence of the legendary Moghul Empire, of which Agra was the capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries. Overnight in Agra .
Day 06: Agra – Varanasi: After Breakfast Departure by plane / train with destination Varanasi the holiest site in India where thousands of Hindu pilgrims tour its temples and bathe in the Ganges River . Overnight in Varanasi .
Day 07: Varanasi - Kathmandu Early morning Boat ride on the Ganges , see people taking bath at river with the sound of bells and oil lamps. See the Ghats where Hindu death body is creamated after breakfast leave to Nepal by plane. Meet in Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel, if we got a time Visit Monkey temple and Kathmandu Durbar Square .
Day 08: Sight seeing in Kathamndu valley: Sight-seeing of Kathmandu: Full day’s sightseeing in Kathmandu valley includes the Hindu temple complex at Pashupatinath (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) & the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath. Also visit Monkey Temple the Swyambhunath (2000 years old temple) and visit Patan city of fine arts. Return to the hotel.
Day 09: Kathmandu to Zhangmu / Nyalam (3700m) : Departure in every Saturday and Tuesday and tour is in a group join basis: Early morning drive to Kodari, complete immigration and custom formalities and overnight at Hotel Zhangmu or Naylam. In Tibet trip you will be joining with other trip members. At least there will be over 7 person in the trip .As well as private trip to.
Day 10: Nyalam / Zhangmu to Xegar (4350m) : Crossing Lalung la passes (5050m). This day's drive offers fantastic view of the high mountain including Mount Everest .
Day 11: Xegar to Shigatse (3900m): Drive about 8 hrs to Shigatse has the famous Tashimpo Monastery and the seat of Panchen Lama, Overnight at Hotel.
Day 12: Xigatse - Gyantse: After a morning visit to the Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, a short two hours drive to Gyantse, a small town that once served as the capital of a small kingdom. O/N in hotel.
Day 13: Gyantse - Lhasa (3600m): A scenic drive through the Karo La Pass and Kamba La Pass with a very good view of the Yamdrok Tso Lake . Then you cross the mighty Brahmmaputra River to arrive in Lhasa . O/N in hotel
Day 14-15: (Two full days in Lhasa ), Sightseeing and excursion of the Potala palace, the Jokhang Temple , surroundings of Barkhor Market, Drepung and Sera Monasteries. O/N in hotel
Day 16: Lhasa - Kathmandu: Transfer to airport to fly back to Kathmandu
Day 17: Final departure airport drop
Private Trip Departure everyday upon your request. But if you would like to join one of our Groups please see below our fixed group departure dates as per your requirement.
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