Featuring the Northern Plains of India & Majestic Nepal

Since time immemorial, India has been a land for travellers. From the Aryans to the British, each have left imprints on each and every facet of what India is today. Our program explores and marvels at the classic beauty of the palaces and forts of the 'Pink City' (Jaipur) before travelling to Agra, the home of the world famous architectural masterpiece, the Taj Mahal.

Nepal is a land of sublime scenery draped along the majestic Himalayas. We explore the capital, Kathmandu, steeped in history, and the city of Pokhara, situated in the mountainous region of the southern Himalayas. Our program includes the village of Nagarkot with its captivating landscapes and a trek to Birethante.

Itinerary at a Glance - Site / # Nights

• Ex Australia/New Zealand to India (same day arrival), Delhi - 2, Jaipur - 2, Agra - 1, Varanasi - 2, Nepal- Kathmandu - 2, Pokhara - 1, Birethante - 2, Nagarkot - 1, Program ends with a transfer to Kathmandu prior to boarding our return flight to Australia/New Zealand.

Program Includes

• International airfares from Australia to Delhi and return via Kathmandu.
• One way economy class air travel from Delhi to Varanasi.
• One way economy class air travel from Varanasi to Kathmandu.
• Return economy class flights Kathmandu to Pokhara.
• All airline taxes and fuel surcharges.
• 11 nights twin share hotel accommodation (3 stars) with private facilities.
• 2 nights at the Ker & Downey Lodge (all inclusive) and trek permit fees and porters.
• 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners.
• All sightseeing tours with local English speaking guide.
• Entrance fees as specified.
• Services of an experienced Program Leader for the duration of the program.
• Service charges and gratuities.
• Comprehensive travel insurance (additional premiums will be imposed by the insurer for those participants who are over 60 years and/or with pre-existing medical conditions).
• Visas for India and Nepal.
• Detailed preparatory material.

Program Excludes

• Gratuities to porters and hotel staff.
• Meals and beverages not detailed in the itinerary.
• Items of a personal nature.

• Prices in Australia includes flights ex Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth
• Brisbane participants will require 1 night pre-program in Singapore, at their own expense. Please contact your Educational Travel Adviser for further information.
• Prices in New Zealand include flights ex Auckland and Christchurch.