Delhi to Kathmandu: River Walks & Epic Wildlife
From AUD $996 Was AUD $1329
Small Group
Light
Rating
(20 reviews)
Delhi to Kathmandu: River Walks & Epic Wildlife
15 days
Small Group
Basic
Light
English
Experience Overview
Now's the time to explore India and Nepal on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Make the most of every moment on this fast-paced 15-day adventure.
Now's the time to explore India and Nepal on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Make the most of every moment on this fast-paced 15-day adventure. With other young, like-minded travellers, you'll sail the Ganges, have the chance to take a jeep safari in Chitwan National Park, and breathe it all in among the Himalayas of Nepal. Think of this trip like a playlist of backpacker classics like the Taj Majal and Pushkar that you'll want to leave on repeat. We do the planning but leave lots of free time to dance to the beat of your own South Asian drum.
Highlights
- Explore the vibrant streets of urban India
- Walk along the Ganges
- Get a glimpse of traditional life in small villages
- Experience a homestay in rural Nepal
- Learn to make traditional Nepalese dumplings
- Marvel at Nepal's mountain views.
Trip Details
15 days
Train, metro, local bus, charter bus, rickshaw.
Small Group
English
Delhi, India
Kathmandu, Nepal
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi
Embark on an afternoon orientation tour visiting Connaught Place and India Gate for those iconic photos. Tonight, wander through the electric Karol Bagh market for your first night out; pick the best looking spot and cheers to new adventures and friends!
Day 2: Delhi/Pushkar
Day 3: Pushkar/Jaipur
Day 4: Jaipur
Opt to visit the City Palace with its fine collection of textiles and costumes or admire the mind-boggling architecture of Hawa Mahal. Discover more of the wisdom and history of the Mughals by wandering around the Jantar Mantar, an observatory built in the 1700's, or opt to sit back and relax if you like - sipping a cocktail in any of the luxuriously converted palaces. Opt to get active by pre-booking a cycle tour or sharpen your culinary skills by pre-booking a cooking class with a local family. If you aren't afraid of heights, pre-book a balloon ride to get an aerial view of the pink city.
Day 5: Jaipur/Āgra
Day 6: Āgra/Varanasi
Day 7: Varanasi
Day 8: Varanasi
Pre-book the Varanasi Heritage Walk and enjoy a guided tour that focuses more on the local life in Varanasi and its philosophical and cultural values. Witness pilgrims singing and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of Varanasi in Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism.
Pre-book the Guided Visit of Sarnath and learn about the life of the Buddha. Discover the archeological ruins of the monastery. Explore the museum at Sarnath and the sacred Maha Bodhi Tree. Visit temples constructed by the buddhist people of Sri Lanka, Thailand and Japan and stop to admire the Buddha statue during the three hours of guided exploration.
Day 9: Varanasi/Lumbini
This will be a longer travel day as it may take up to 12 hours to reach the city of Lumbini. Settle in with your fellow travellers and get to know each other as you take in the scenery.
Day 10: Lumbini/Royal Chitwan National Park
Day 11: Royal Chitwan National Park
Day 12: Royal Chitwan National Park/Pokhara
Day 13: Pokhara
In the morning, watch a spectacular Himalayan sunrise over the mountains before visiting a Planeterra project that benefits the local community.
Day 14: Pokhara/Kathmandu
Day 15: Kathmandu
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $1329
Duration: 15 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Now's the time to explore India and Nepal on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Make the most of every moment on this fast-paced 15-day adventure.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 23 Sep 2025
Customer Reviews
12/19/2023
This tour is jam-packed with places to see and things to do, but it is also a lot of time on the road either in train or taxi. I would recommend this to someone who wants to see a lot of cities in north India and Nepal, and does not mind the long journeys
12/19/2023
Fantastic range of activities on this particular trip. Some friends/families may not enjoy the pace of the itinerary though
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/19/2023
This tour is jam-packed with places to see and things to do, but it is also a lot of time on the road either in train or taxi. I would recommend this to someone who wants to see a lot of cities in north India and Nepal, and does not mind the long journeys
12/19/2023
Fantastic range of activities on this particular trip. Some friends/families may not enjoy the pace of the itinerary though
12/19/2023
Absolutely loved the trip!!
12/19/2023
Amazing CEO, great itinerary
12/19/2023
Great itinerary. Good mix of culture, food, activities and downtime
11/28/2023
I really liked the experience
11/28/2023
Great organization. There was nothing missing
11/28/2023
The trip and our CEO gave us lots of local experiences, people and a view of what life?s like in both India and Nepal. The over all journey was a good, hectic and packed experience.
11/28/2023
Because I had a great experience and i hope a lot of people could live the same
11/28/2023
G Adventures just keeps getting better. I love hoe the tours and organised and run. I really appreciate how we are giving back to each community and staying with locals and helping local families and small businesses.
11/21/2023
Manu, the tour guide G are also always so easy to deal with G promote ethical travel
11/28/2023
it's a high score because you get to see a lot within few days and you also get to experience the ?real life? when traveling with G Adventures, specifically when the guide is a local.
11/28/2023
G Adventures just keeps getting better. I love hoe the tours and organised and run. I really appreciate how we are giving back to each community and staying with locals and helping local families and small businesses.
11/28/2023
Really liked how the company works the trips with all the unique experiences that they have available. And how they care about the communities and areas we visit. Only thing would be that I would go for a slightly higher price to have more meals included
11/28/2023
The organization during the trip is great, the places included in the tour are very well decided and the process to book is very easy and friendly.
11/28/2023
Travelling with G Adventures is travelling made easy. The CEOs do an amazing job orginizig, which means you can focus on enjoing the trip!
11/21/2023
G Adventures and our CEO Manu did all of the nitty gritty planning for us and helped us in a locale where I would've been completely lost on my own.
11/21/2023
Great trip
11/21/2023
Because I think this is the perfect tour to get a really good impression of India and Nepal. I just loved it.
10/31/2023
I think it was one of the best ways to see India and Nepal in the short amount of time I had, We packed it in!!!
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