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Independent Spirit of India with Kathmandu 2027
14 Day Package from Mumbai to Kathmandu
Tour Description:
Eclectic temples, imposing forts, and pristine wildlife refuges—this is the ultimate introduction to India and Nepal. Begin in Mumbai to witness the famous tiffin lunchbox delivery system and the former residence of Mahatma Gandhi. Continue to Varanasi, the holiest of Hindu cities, for the striking Ganga Aarti on the ghats of the Ganges. In Delhi, navigate the 300-year-old Chandni Chowk bazaar by rickshaw, visit the white-marble Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, and explore the 16th-century Mughal garden-tomb of Humayun.In Agra, witness a truly incomparable sunrise at the Taj Mahal before exploring the red-sandstone Agra Fort. The "Pink City" of Jaipur follows, featuring the glittering Mirror Palace of Amber Fort and the massive Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory. Finally, fly to Kathmandu to discover the historic seat of royalty at Hanuman Dhoka and the residence of the Living Goddess at the Temple of Kumari. Conclude your journey at the massive Bouddhanath stupa and the sacred Hindu and Buddhist sites of Patan’s Durbar Square. Enjoy free time and optional excursions to experience this fascinating destination in your own way.
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Dates & Pricing
Start Dates Listed Below are US departure dates, please verify specific dates with your Pavlus Travel Planner
| Sunday 10 Jan 27 — Sunday 24 Jan 27 | Starting at $5,169 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 17 Jan 27 — Sunday 31 Jan 27 | Starting at $4,829 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 24 Jan 27 — Sunday 07 Feb 27 | Starting at $4,829 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 31 Jan 27 — Sunday 14 Feb 27 | Starting at $4,829 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 07 Feb 27 — Sunday 21 Feb 27 | Starting at $4,829 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 14 Feb 27 — Sunday 28 Feb 27 | Starting at $4,829 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 21 Feb 27 — Sunday 07 Mar 27 | Starting at $4,829 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 28 Feb 27 — Sunday 14 Mar 27 | Starting at $4,829 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 07 Mar 27 — Sunday 21 Mar 27 | Starting at $4,829 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 14 Mar 27 — Sunday 28 Mar 27 | Starting at $4,829 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 21 Mar 27 — Sunday 04 Apr 27 | Starting at $4,829 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 28 Mar 27 — Sunday 11 Apr 27 | Starting at $4,829 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 04 Apr 27 — Sunday 18 Apr 27 | Starting at $4,829 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 11 Apr 27 — Sunday 25 Apr 27 | Starting at $4,659 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 18 Apr 27 — Sunday 02 May 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 25 Apr 27 — Sunday 09 May 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 02 May 27 — Sunday 16 May 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 09 May 27 — Sunday 23 May 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 16 May 27 — Sunday 30 May 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 23 May 27 — Sunday 06 Jun 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 30 May 27 — Sunday 13 Jun 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 06 Jun 27 — Sunday 20 Jun 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 13 Jun 27 — Sunday 27 Jun 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 20 Jun 27 — Sunday 04 Jul 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 27 Jun 27 — Sunday 11 Jul 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 04 Jul 27 — Sunday 18 Jul 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 11 Jul 27 — Sunday 25 Jul 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 18 Jul 27 — Sunday 01 Aug 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 25 Jul 27 — Sunday 08 Aug 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 01 Aug 27 — Sunday 15 Aug 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 08 Aug 27 — Sunday 22 Aug 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 15 Aug 27 — Sunday 29 Aug 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 22 Aug 27 — Sunday 05 Sep 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 29 Aug 27 — Sunday 12 Sep 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 05 Sep 27 — Sunday 19 Sep 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 12 Sep 27 — Sunday 26 Sep 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 19 Sep 27 — Sunday 03 Oct 27 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 26 Sep 27 — Sunday 10 Oct 27 | Starting at $4,849 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 03 Oct 27 — Sunday 17 Oct 27 | Starting at $4,999 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 10 Oct 27 — Sunday 24 Oct 27 | Starting at $4,999 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 17 Oct 27 — Sunday 31 Oct 27 | Starting at $4,999 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 24 Oct 27 — Sunday 07 Nov 27 | Starting at $5,359 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 31 Oct 27 — Sunday 14 Nov 27 | Starting at $5,049 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 07 Nov 27 — Sunday 21 Nov 27 | Starting at $5,209 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 14 Nov 27 — Sunday 28 Nov 27 | Starting at $5,009 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 21 Nov 27 — Sunday 05 Dec 27 | Starting at $5,039 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 28 Nov 27 — Sunday 12 Dec 27 | Starting at $4,999 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 05 Dec 27 — Sunday 19 Dec 27 | Starting at $4,999 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingSpecial features included in this tour:• Private guided sightseeing in Mumbai includes Mani Bhavan, the former residence of Mahatma Ghandi• Train ride to Mahalaxmi Station and experience Mumbai’s tiffin lunch box delivery system• Visit a traditional Dhobi Ghat (open-air laundromat)• Take a boat ride at dawn to observe the Hindus’ devotional bathing and meditation rituals in the Ganges River• Witness the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony on the steps leading to the Ganges• Private guided sightseeing in Delhi includes the Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and Qutub Minar• Rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk bazaar• Sunrise visit and guided tour of the Taj Mahal• Guided visit to Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site• Private guided sightseeing in Jaipur with visits to Jantar Mantar and the City Palace Museum• Visit to Ladli, a skills-training program for local youth• Guided tour of the Amber Fort• Private guided sightseeing in Kathmandu includes Hanuman Dhoka, the Temple of Kumari, and Bouddhanath• Visit Patan and Durbar Square
MEALS
MEALS ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 ARRIVE IN MUMBAI, INDIA
Welcome to India! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in
Day 2 MUMBAI
Your private guided sightseeing starts with an orientation for photos at some of the city’s famous sites, including Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and the Gateway of India.
Witness Mumbai’s fascinating tiffin lunch box delivery system. At Churchgate Station, the dabbawalas (box carriers) transfer the lunch boxes onto a wooden cart on a local train. Board the train for the short ride to Mahalaxmi Station where you’ll disembark and watch the boxes being sorted by color for final delivery.
Visit a traditional Dhobi Ghat (open-air laundromat) and visit Mani Bhavan, the former residence of Mahatma Gandhi.
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BreakfastLunchDay 3 MUMBAI–VARANASI
Today, fly to Varanasi, the holiest of Hindu pilgrim cities.
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BreakfastDay 4 VARANASI
Near dawn, board a boat and watch a moving religious ritual—the Hindus’ devotional bathing in the Ganges. Observe hundreds of pilgrims gathered at the river’s edge, practicing yoga, meditating, take a ritual dip and offer flowers to the river. Return to your hotel for breakfast and leisure time.
In the evening, witness the Ganga Aarti (spiritual worship) on the ghats (steps) leading to the sacred Ganges River.
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BreakfastDay 5 VARANASI–DELHI
Today, fly to Delhi, India’s capital city.
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BreakfastDay 6 DELHI
Your private guided sightseeing tour starts with a drive to see the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, and the Presidential Palace.
Take a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, a captivating local bazaar. Ancient alleyways are lined with quaint shops selling goods and souvenirs—from silver and saris to spices and electronics.
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BreakfastLunchDay 7 DELHI–AGRA
This morning, explore Delhi on a private guided tour. Start at Qutub Minar, the world’s tallest brick minaret constructed in the early 13th Century.
Visit Humayun’s Tomb and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Delhi’s largest and most prominent Sikh gurudwara (house of worship).
After lunch, drive to Agra, a city where much of the city’s impressive past is still evident in the majesty of her buildings.
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BreakfastLunchDay 8 AGRA
Meet your Local Guide for a special visit to the captivating Taj Mahal at sunrise. This extravagant marble monument was built by Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial to his beloved wife, who died during childbirth.
In the afternoon, a private guided tour brings you to Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by Moghul Emperor Akbar, this impressive fortress of red sandstone conceals the imperial city of the Moghul rulers and its many palaces.
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Explore more on your own or join an optional excursion to Itmad-ud-Daula, the city’s beautiful “Baby Taj.”
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BreakfastDay 9 AGRA–JAIPUR
Today, drive to Jaipur, often referred to as the “Pink City.”
After lunch, visit Jantar Mantar and explore the City Palace Museum with its collection of paintings, carpets, weapons, and costumes.
Later, visit Ladli, a training program empowering orphaned children by teaching them the valuable vocational skills they need. During your visit, you’ll learn about the project, interact with the children, and help them practice their English skills. As part of Globus family of brands Lighthouse Project, this meaningful organization is one example of our commitment to supporting the people and places we share with you.
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BreakfastLunchDay 10 JAIPUR
Travel by Jeep to visit the legendary Amber Fort, known as the “Sleeping Beauty of Rajasthan.” Rising above the hills of Jaipur, this fortress-palace was built entirely of white marble and red sandstone, and features intricate mosaics, carvings, paintings, and mirror works reflective of Rajasthan’s royal past. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure.
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Join a Local Guide for an evening walking tour through old Jaipur. Mingle with the locals and stroll through the street food markets while sampling the region’s culinary delights like samosas and pakoras
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BreakfastDay 11 JAIPUR–KATHMANDU, NEPAL
Fly to Kathmandu, Nepal’s capital city.
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BreakfastDay 12 KATHMANDU
Your morning private sightseeing tour starts with a visit to Hanuman Dhoka, the historic seat of royalty. Then, visit the Temple of Kumari, residence of the Living Goddess and said to be constructed from the wood of a single tree. The remainder of your day is at your leisure.
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BreakfastLunchDay 13 KATHMANDU
This morning, a private guided tour takes you to Bouddhanath, one of the largest stupas in the world and a focal point of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal.
Then, continue to Patan, formerly known as Lalitpur (City of Beauty). Here, stop in Durbar Square, the city’s center of business and home to several Buddhist and Hindu sites.
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BreakfastLunchDay 14 KATHMANDU
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
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Accommodations
Accommodations| Mumbai | Varanasi | Delhi | Agra | Jaipur | Kathmandu |
Taj President, Mumbai
Moderate Deluxe
90 Cuffe Parade Mumbai India
Taj President, Mumbai exudes nostalgia combined with world-class service and hospitality. Strategically located, the hotel is close to all the major attractions and award winning restaurants. Guest rooms are crafted for the global traveler and are spacious and bright. Hotel Amenities include iconic restaurants, a stylish lounge bar and outdoor pool, making it an urban oasis.
Moderate Deluxe
90 Cuffe Parade Mumbai India
Taj President, Mumbai exudes nostalgia combined with world-class service and hospitality. Strategically located, the hotel is close to all the major attractions and award winning restaurants. Guest rooms are crafted for the global traveler and are spacious and bright. Hotel Amenities include iconic restaurants, a stylish lounge bar and outdoor pool, making it an urban oasis.
