Nepal Tibet India Tour

Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu
Our guide will help you to get transferred to the hotel as soon as you arrive in Kathmandu. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02 – Kathmandu
You start your tour with a full day city sightseeing programme. The well known places that you will visit are Pashupatinath, Boudhnath, Swayambhunath, Patan and Darbar Square. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 3 – Kathmandu
The day is your own to spend the way you like. Kathmandu is the best place for shopping in Nepal for unique Nepali items. Don't miss out on locally made handicrafts as they are quite special and rare. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04 – Kathmandu – Zhangmu
In early morning itself, we will drive to the Nepal China border Koari. After Chinese immigration formalities, you will be taken across the friendship bridge on foot and then a 4 hr drive to Zhangmu which is 115 km away. On arrival, check in at hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.



Day 05 – Zhangmu – New Tingri
While going Xegar, we cross through the famous Nyalam and Lulung Passes. The drive is going to be an absolute treat for all beauty admirers as the journey offers brilliant sights of Himalayas and Mt. Everest. On arrival, check in at the hotel, overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 06 – New Tingri – Shigatse
The drive to Shigatse is going to be a long one. It will take around 8 hrs to cover the 244 km journey. Once you are in Shigatse, you will be directly taken to the best hotel of the town for an overnight stay. Even after Check in, you have ample of time to move out into the city and explore the customs and way of living of the locales.

Day 07 – Shigatse – Gyantse
In morning, visit the Tashilhunpo Monastery and the free market at Shigatse which is quite famous for the paintings and traditional wear. We recommend to shop here. Later in the day, we drive to Gyantse which is almost 90 km away and will take more than 2 hrs. On arrival, check in at the hotel. Evenings are reserved for a visit to Palkhor Monastery and Kumbum Stupa. Overnight at hotel.

Day 08 – Gyantse – Lhasa
Drive to Lhasa crossing from KARO Pass, Yamdruk Lake and KAMBA Pass. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 09 – In Lhasa
Full day Lhasa city tour of Lhasa visiting Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10 – In Lhasa
Full day visit to Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery and Norbulingka. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 11 – Lhasa / Kathmandu – Kathmandu / Varanasi
In time transfer to airport to board flight CA 407 that leaves Lhasa at 1025 hrs local time and arriverw in Kathmandu at 0925 hrs local Kathmandu time. Rest in Transit lounge and then proceed for your next flight to Varanasi IC 752 that departs from Kathmandu 1410 hrs local time and arrives in Varanasi at 1450 hrs IST. In Varanasi our tour operator will guide you to the hotel where you will spend the night.

Day 12 – Varanasi
Early morning boat ride on river Ganges and then a half day city tour that will take you to Bharat Mata Temple, Durga Temple, Bharat Hindu University, Vishwanath Temple and the famous Varanasi Ghats. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 13 – Varanasi – Amritsar – Dharamshala
In time transfer to Railway station to board the overnight Amritsar mail that leaves Varanasi at 0930 hrs and arrives at Amritsar at 0815 hrs. Enjoy the new experience of sleeping in a train that definitely is going to be a memorable one.

Day 14 – Amritsar – Dharamshala
Meeting assistance on arrival in Amritsar and drive to Dharamshala. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day – 15 – Dharamshala
You can explore Dharamshala musch famous as a Buddhist Pilgrimage destination. The place is good for shopping of locally made handicrafts that are quite unique. Here you will be visiting the Buddhist monasteries, ancient temples and will also indulge into small trek in the foot hills of Himalayas.

Day 16 – Dharamshala – Pathankot – Laksar
Day free for leisure. At evening transfer to railway station for boarding Sealdah Express to Laksar. The train leaves Dharamshala at 2140 hrs. and arrives at Laksarat 0722 hrs. You will spend another night on the train.

Day 17 – Laksar - Rishikesh
Meet our guide on arrival at Laksar railway station who will lead you to Rishikesh. The holy town much known for its asharams, yoga and meditation resorts and of-course the thrill of river rafting on the rivere Ganges. On arrival, check in at hotel. Your entire day is sheduled so that you can enjoy the every possible activity here. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day – 18 - Rishikesh
Explore the sacred town of Rishikesh where you will experience a new faith at every corner. The town is not too big so can explore the city on foot itself. The city is also rich in unique shopping items. Shop for some of the exclusive religious items besides holy books, jewelry, handicrafts. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 19 – Rishikesh – Haridwar
The day is the last of this tour. After checking out of the hotel we will drive for Haridwar, it will take just an hour to reach the holy town of Ganges. Enjoy the aarti on the Har Ki Pauri ( Ganga Ghats) in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 20 – Haridwar
There will be entire day sightseeing tour of the city. Visit the many ghats that are a distinct feature of the city. There is an hour trek up to the Mansa Devi Temple perched on the Trikuta Hills, a cable car journey up to the temple can be the other option to rech the hill top. Back to the hotel for an overnight saty.

Day 21 – Haridwar – Delhi
You will be leaving for Delhi at early morning in Jan Shatabdi Express that leaves Haridwar at 0630 hrs. Reach Delhi by around 1155 hrs. Directly move to your hotel for check in. There is ample of time left in the day for indulging in different activities. Shopping could be an absolute pleasure in the capital city of Delhi. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 22 – Delhi Departure
The day is the last day of this tour. You will be transferred to the Delhi Airport in time for your next flight for your onward journey.

All below prices are per person quoted in US $ & are valid FROM 01 APRIL 2007 TO 30 SEPTEMBER 2007
Category	02 Pax	03 Pax	04 pax	05-06 pax	ABF Supplement	SRS Supplement
First Class	2083.00	1999.00	1668.00	1618.00	Include	712.00
Medium	1864.00	1779.00	1448.00	1399.00	Include	517.00
Budget	1593.00	1507.00	1204.00	1132.00	Include	359.00
*  Tibet normal visa fee USD 65 per person extra (Subject to Change) *  Above Air Fare are as on date & subject to change.

THE ABOVE COST INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING :

1. Hotel Accommodation on Twin Sharing Room + Breakfast basis as per the itinerary in Nepal, Tibet and India whereas 01 night in train from Varanasi to Amritsar and 01 night in train from Pathankot to Laksar.
2. All Arrival/Departure transfers & tour in India by Aircon Ambassador/Maruti Esteem/Tata Indigo car till 03 Pax & Aircon Toyota Quails/Innova/Tavera for 04 Pax, Aircon Tempo Traveler for 5-9 Pax, as per above programme.
3. Arrival transfer + One Full day Sight seeing to visit the Kathmandu city, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, Boudhnath and Patan city by Non AC Vehicle. Airport /Hotel/ Airport transfers. Non-AC 4WD Toyota Cruiser will be provided in Tibet for a group from2 to 4 Pax and comfortable Mini Coach will be provided for the Group above 5 Pax and a suitable vehicle in Nepal.
4. Train Tickets for Varanasi / Amritsar, Pathankot / Laksar in 2nd AC & Haridwar / Delhi in AC Chair Car.
5. Sightseeing of Tibet and Varanasi only with English Speaking Guide and Entrance Fees at the Monasteries and Monuments as per the programme.
6. Early morning boat ride at river ganges in Varanasi.

AIRFARE SUPPLEMENT (As on date & subject to change)
Lhasa / Kathmandu	USD 327 Per Person
Kathmandu / Varanasi	USD 138 Per Person
Tibet Visa Fee + Travel Permit	USD 65 Per Person (Other than US Nationals)

The Cost Doesn't Include:-

1. Airport Taxes.
2. Visa fee.
3. All Airfares quoted separately.
4. All Insurance.
5. Extra expenses because of natural calamities like landslides, snow etc.
6. Photography fees in monasteries/monuments
7. All expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, tips, telephone calls, bar bills etc.
8. The above cost excludes all expenses, which are not mentioned above.

NOTE : Depending on the road condition, we may have to use the Land Cruiser. If Land Cruiser is used while driving, the supplement cost of USD 80 per person will be levied and clients have to pay this amount directly on the spot.

Visa / Tibet Travel Permit Conditions :

1. Individual Travellers who are willing to join our Fixed Departure Groups (Tour No. 1 & 5 only), are recommended to bring visa from their own country, as it will be much easier.
2. As per the rules of the Chinese Embassy,we need passport details (Passport Photocopy) in advance i.e. Minimum 15 Days prior to the commencement of tour to obtain Tibet Travel Permit.

HOTEL ENVISAGED OR SIMILAR
CITY	FIRST CLASS HOTELS	MEDIUM HOTELS	BUDGET HOTELS
Kathmandu	Solatee	Grand	Manang
Zhangmu	Guest House	Guest House	Guest House
New Tingri	Guest House	Guest House	Guest House
Shigatse	Xigatse/Mansarovar	Xigatse/Mansarovar	Xigatse/Mansarovar
Gyantse	Hotel Gyantse	Hotel Gyantse	Hotel Utse/Jianchan
Lhasa	Lhasa Hotel MW	Kyichu/Dhood Gu	Mandala/Snowland
Varanasi	Ramada	Clarks Varanasi	Meraden Grand
Dharamshala	The Grace Cottage	The Surya Resort	Royal Palace
Rishikesh	The Great Ganga	Ganga Beach	Hotel Inderlok
Haridwar	Haveli Hari Ganga	Haveli Hari Ganga	Haveli Hari Ganga
New Delhi	The Park	The Connaught	The Broadway

Abbreviations
Flt :	flight	Srs:	single room supplement
Abf:	American breakfast	Pax :	No.of Person