Real Delhi to Kathmandu

Intrepid Travel · 13 days
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
Real Delhi to Kathmandu
13 Days
From AUD $1215
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Light

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Real Delhi to Kathmandu

Real Delhi to Kathmandu

Intrepid Travel · 13 days
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Duration

13 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Basic

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Head from bustling Delhi to remote Tordi on this 13-day adventure through India and Nepal.

Highlights

  • Ditch your alarm in the spiritual capital of Varanasi – there’s only one way to wake up here and that’s with a sunrise sail along the Ganges. Maybe indulge in some yoga or meditation after and keep the good vibes going.
  • See the Taj Mahal – one of the famed Seven Wonders of the World. This may be one of the most recognisable buildings on Earth, but do you know its poetic history? Don’t worry, a local expert will fill you in.
  • Spend some time in rural Tordi, away from the tourist trail, and stay in an 18th-century palace, enjoy a homecooked dinner from your host and explore the nearby ruined temple and fortress.
  • Fall asleep to the calls of the jungle in Chitwan National Park, then embark on a safari in search of rhinos, deer, monkeys, tigers and a wide array of bird life.
  • Indulge in Delhi-cious street food and immerse yourself in the colourful chaos of India’s capital city – from chicken tikka to vegetarian curries, your local leader will know all the best lunch and dinner spots.

Trip Details

Duration

13 days

Transportation

Cycle rickshaw,Boat,Private vehicle,Public bus,Overnight sleeper train,Taxi,Tuk Tuk

Tour Type

Small Group

Guide Language

English

Starts

Delhi, India

Finishes

Kathmandu, India

Accommodations

Basic

Travel Style

18 - 39 Year Olds Only

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Delhi
Namaste! Welcome to India. This Himalayan adventure kicks off in Delhi – the capital territory of India’s north. Meet your trip leader and new travel buddies at a 6 pm welcome meeting tonight. If you arrive early, there's plenty to do in this wonderfully chaotic city. Maybe wander the streets, sip on your first chai or practice haggling in one of the many markets. Tonight, ask your leader for the best nightlife spots and perhaps grab a drink with your group.

Optional Activities:

  • Delhi - Humayun's Tomb (600 INR)
  • Delhi - Qutub Minar (600 INR)
  • Delhi - Red Fort (600 INR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
2
Day 2: Tordi
Your next destination takes a bit of work to get to, but that’s because it’s a secret, tucked away haven away from the prying eyes of the everyday tourist. You’ll journey through picturesque countryside by train to a unique stay in Tordi – this remote and rarely visited village offers a glimpse into the real Rajasthan. Tonight, sleep in an 18th-century palace with its owner as your host. There's a ruined temple and fortress nearby that you can explore, and then you can settle in and savour the delicious local flavours with a home-cooked dinner.

Included Activities:

  • Tordi - Home-cooked Dinner
  • Tordi - Village Walk

Accommodation:

  • Heritage Property (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Jaipur
This morning, take on an optional hike at sunrise for epic views of the town and surrounding countryside. Get up before the sun, set out uphill and when you reach the top, watch the sky change colours as you enjoy some chai and cookies. Then, kick on to Jaipur – India's Pink City. You'll have plenty of free time here to haggle to your heart's content at the bazaars and backstreets, where vendors sell a variety of textiles, precious and semi-precious gems and blue pottery. Drop by one of India’s finest palaces – the Royal City Palace. Foodies will want to hit the streets for raj kachori chaat (a big fluffy chaat served with chutney, yoghurt, chilli and potato). Then, maybe cool off with a lassi from Lassiwala on MI road – Jaipur's oldest and most famous lassi shop. Tonight, cinema buffs won’t want to miss a Bollywood blockbuster at the Raj Mandir Cinema.

Included Activities:

  • Jaipur - Leader-led walking & market tour

Optional Activities:

  • Jaipur - City Palace (1200 INR)
  • Jaipur - Bollywood Movie at Raj Mandir Cinema (400 INR)
  • Tordi - Sunrise Hike (250 INR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
4
Day 4: Jaipur
If you're keen on a different view of the Pink City, an optional early morning hot air balloon ride is a trip highlight for many visitors. Later in the morning, you’ll drop by Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) – the impressive five-storey facade with pink and honeycombed windows is the most photographed building in the country after the Taj Mahal. After, it’s out to the old capital of Amber where you’ll explore the hilltop fort complex known as the Amber Fort. The rest of the day is free – maybe ask your leader for the best spot for dinner and pick up a biryani or a tasty plate of chicken tikka masala.

Included Activities:

  • Jaipur - Amber Fort
  • Jaipur - Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Wind) Photo Stop

Optional Activities:

  • Jaipur - Balloon Safari (280 USD)
  • Jaipur - Hawa Mahal (entrance) (200 INR)
  • Jaipur - Bollywood Dance Class (500 INR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
5
Day 5: Agra
Take advantage of the chance to rub shoulders with the locals today on a public bus ride to Agra. When you arrive, you’ve made it to one of the Seven Wonders of the World – India's most enduring symbol and an epic monument to love and loss. For some reason, local families find it more interesting to take photos of you than the actual Taj Mahal! But you'll be too busy standing there with your mouth gaping open to notice. Take your time taking in the delight of this gorgeous monument and make sure you grab a great pic– you won’t want to forget this.

Included Activities:

  • Agra - Taj Mahal

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
6
Day 6: Agra - Overnight train
Today is free to explore at your leisure. Agra Fort is a popular option where you can stroll the palatial gardens of the red sandstone stronghold and get some great views of the Taj Mahal from afar. For a meal that makes a difference while in Agra, consider visiting Sheroes Hangout – a social enterprise that supports survivors of acid attacks. Then, it's on to the next stop – Varanasi. Tonight, it’s time for a unique slice of Indian life aboard an overnight train.

Optional Activities:

  • Agra - Agra Fort (650 INR)

Accommodation:

  • Overnight Sleeper Train (Number of Nights: 1)
7
Day 7: Varanasi
Arrive in one of the holiest cities in the country this morning. Varanasi is the ultimate destination for Hindu pilgrims who travel far and wide to experience the spirituality of this city. Overflowing with temples, shrines and devotees, this is an interesting place to explore. Maybe take the chance to perfect your yoga in one of the epic chakra-balancing spots. Or just chill out and soak in the meditative surroundings, ready for your early start tomorrow.

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
8
Day 8: Varanasi
Today’s an early start, but it’s worth it – you’ll take a sunrise boat ride along the sacred Ganges. Even if you're not spiritual, you can't help but get goosebumps during this experience. Pass the many ghats (stairs leading to the water) and temples along the river and watch thousands of Hindu pilgrims cleanse their sins in the holy water as the sun bathes the surrounds in shades of amber and orange. After, maybe hop on an auto rickshaw to the oldest part of the city to explore its maze of narrow alleyways packed full of small shops, stalls and lumbering cows. See pilgrims performing rituals unchanged for hundreds of years and pass chiming temples as wafts of incense fill the air.

Included Activities:

  • Varanasi - Sunrise Ganges boat trip
  • Varanasi - Leader-led Old City walking tour

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
9
Day 9: India/Nepal border crossing - Lumbini
Wave goodbye to India as you travel to the border (Sunauli border crossing) and enter Nepal. Make sure to charge up your music and fish out your book, as it's a long day of travel today. Arrive in Lumbini. No ordinary border town, this is the birthplace of Gautama Buddha – the founder of Buddhism and one of his four holy places of pilgrimage. Check out the beautiful Ashoka Pillars and hop on cycle rickshaws to the Maya Devi Temple – the actual site where Buddha is thought to have been born.

Included Activities:

  • Lumbini - Heritage Park
  • Lumbini - Maya Devi Temple

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
10
Day 10: Chitwan National Park
Put on your safari hat this morning, as you’ll drive to Chitwan National Park – UNESCO declared this park a World Heritage Site in 1984 and it offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Asia. Think the Jungle Book coming to life with rhinos, deer, monkeys and a wide array of birds, including Nepalese wild chickens. Tonight, you’ll stay in a lodge near the park, listening out for the roars of tigers as you fall asleep to the sounds of nature

Accommodation:

  • Lodge (Number of Nights: 1)
11
Day 11: Chitwan National Park
This morning you’ll hop aboard a jeep, meet your local guide and take a fun safari drive through Chitwan National Park. Look out for elephants and rhinos and if you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of one of the 100-or-so Bengal Tigers that call the park home. There are also a number of optional activities available through your accommodation this afternoon, including biking, bird watching, cultural performances, canoe rides and village tours. Whatever you choose, whether it’s an active cycle through the park or a leisurely float along the river, you’re sure to have a great afternoon.

Included Activities:

  • Chitwan National Park - Park Entry
  • Chitwan National Park – Jeep Safari

Optional Activities:

  • Chitwan National Park – Bike Rental (per hour) (300 NPR)

Accommodation:

  • Lodge (Number of Nights: 1)
12
Day 12: Kathmandu
Today, you’ll travel to your final destination – the Nepalese patchouli–scented capital of Kathmandu. Maybe book in for a massage or a yoga session when you arrive to ease those body kinks and settle into a meditative state. With the rest of your free time, you can visit the giant Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath or head out into the narrow streets – home to holy men, monks, bicycles and sacred cows. Got a sweet tooth? Take one soft, fluffy ball of buffalo milk dough, deep fried until it's the texture of a doughnut, dropped into sugar syrup flavoured with cardamom powder, rose essence and saffron and eat! Your leader will know where to grab these delicacies. Kathmandu has some great spots for nightlife too, so if you like, chill out with a cool drink or grab some dinner with your group tonight. 

Optional Activities:

  • Kathmandu - Durbar Square (1000 NPR)
  • Kathmandu - Swayambhunath Temple (200 NPR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
13
Day 13: Kathmandu
With no further activities planned, your adventure ends this morning. Since you're already here, why not stay an extra day or two and dig a little deeper into Kathmandu. If you’d like to stay longer, just speak to your booking agent and maybe get to know the city better through an Urban Adventures day tour (or two). 

Optional Activities:

  • Kathmandu - Rickshaw Night Explorer Urban Adventure (49 USD)
  • Kathmandu - Spiritual Nepal Experience Urban Adventure (59 USD)
  • Kathmandu - Everest Scenic Flight (Including transfers) (240 USD)
Exclusions
  • 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.
Important Information
Meals

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.

Luggage

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.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

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).

Sightseeing

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.

Visas

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.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $1,215
(Tour only)
Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 13 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Light

Head from bustling Delhi to remote Tordi on this 13-day adventure through India and Nepal.

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Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 22 Mar 2026

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Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
4.0
Adelaide
Traveled, March 2024

04/03/2024

The India to Nepal trip was amazing, Surya our tour guide went above and beyond my expectations! As someone who is interested in adventure travel and responsible business, Intrepid and their provided activities met all the requirements. I will definitely book another, particularly an 18-35 year old one.

4.5
Tallulah
Traveled, March 2024

04/03/2024

Overall the trip was phenomenal. While lots of the experiences were outside of my comfort zone. I always gave everything a go and Surya, our tour leader, was essential in making us all feel like a little family and comfortable participating in all activities. He went above and beyond joining us on some of the optional activities and I know that this made us all feel more safe and comfortable. The hot air balloon ride was a standout.

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

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