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The Path to Nirvana 17 Days Tour

• 16 nights accommodation
• Daily breakfast, eight lunches and seven dinners
• Arrival and departure airport transfer
• All sightseeing tours as specified with English speaking guides
• International flights from Varanasi to Kathmandu and Kathmandu to Delhi
• Tour escort from Sydney (15 or more passengers)

Itinerary

* Land Only
Day1 : DELHI	DELHI
Arrive in Delhi, where a representative will meet you and assist in transferring you to the hotel.
Day 2: DELHI — JAIPUR	JAIPUR
Breakfast at the hotel. Combined sightseeing of Old and New Delhi. Start with a guided city tour of the Old City of ‘Shahjahanabad’, visit Jama Masjid, proceed through Chandni Chowk, drive past the Red Fort (closed on Mon) and visit Raj Ghat. Afterwards, proceed for a guided tour of New Delhi. Drive past the India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, and the Parliament House; visit Qutab Minar and Bahai Temple.   In the afternoon drive to Jaipur en route visiting Neemrana Fort Palace. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check into hotel.
Day 3: JAIPUR	JAIPUR
Breakfast at the hotel. You will be driven just outside of Jaipur to Amber to see Amber Fort. En-route Amber, you will see Hawa Mahal. In Amber Fort, Jeeps will take you up to the fortress. Once at the top stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. In the afternoon, take a tour to the City Palace, walk to the Jantar Mantar and wander around the local markets.
Day 4: JAIPUR – AGRA	AGRA
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Agra en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri. Upon arrival proceed for check in at the hotel.
Day 5 : AGRA – TUNDLA – LUCKNOW	LUCKNOW
Early in the morning, visit the Taj Mahal (closed on Fri).   Return back to hotel for buffet breakfast. Post breakfast visit Agra Fort. Later in the afternoon a representative will transfer you to the Tundla Railway station (45 Min) to take a Gomti Express train to Lucknow. (Depart Agra 15:53, Arrive Lucknow 21:25)   Upon arrival at Lucknow a representative will transfer you to the hotel.
Day 6: LUCKNOW – SRAVASTI	SRAVASTI
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, drive to Saravasti and upon arrival, check-in followd by Buffet lunch at the Hotel. Free day at leisure. Buffet Dinner.
Day 7: SRAVASTI – LUMBINI	LUMBINI
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Sahet-Mahet and Buddhist temples. Drive to Lumbini On arrival check-in to the hotel. Buffet Dinner.
Day 8: LUMBINI	LUMBINI
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, visit the prime attractions including Mayadevi Temple, Ashokan Pillar and Puskarni. Free at leisure in the afternoon. Buffet dinner.
Day 9: LUMBINI – KUSHINAGAR	KUSHINAGAR
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Kushinagar, on arrival check-in to hotel. In the afternoon, visit various stupas and temples. Buffet Dinner.
Day 10: KUSHINAGAR – VAISHALI – PATNA	PATNA
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Patna enroute Vaishali. In Vaishali, visit Kolhua to see Ashokan pillar, two Buddha stupas and an archaeological museum. Buffet dinner.
Day 11: PATNA – NALANDA – RAJGIR – BODHGAYA	BODHGAYA
Breakfast at the hotel. Be driven to Nalanda and Rajgir. In Nalanda, visit the ruins and continue drive to Rajgir. In Rajgir, visit Saptaparni Cave, hot springs and the Vishwa Shanti Stupa. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Later, continue your drive to Bodhgaya. Buffet Dinner.
Day 12: BODHGAYA	BODHGAYA
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a half-day city tour of Bodhgaya. Visit Chankamana (Jewel Walk), Bodhi Tree, Maha Bodhi Temple, Bodhi Sarovar and the Museum. The rest of the day will be at leisure to explore the place on your own. Have lunch at hotel and buffet dinner.
Day 13: BODHGAYA – VARANASI	VARANASI
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Varanasi and upon arrival, check into hotel.
Day 14: VARANASI	VARANASI
Take an early morning boat ride on the river Ganges. Return back to hotel for buffet breakfast. Post breakfast, visit the Kashi-Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple/Only open to Hindus), and then continue to Bharat Mata Mandir. In the afternoon enjoy a half-day tour to Sarnath
Day 15: VARANASI – KATHMANDU	KATHMANDU
Breakfast at the hotel. Free at leisure in the morning. Later, a representative will transfer you to the airport to take a flight to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel upon arrival. Free at leisure in the afternoon.
Day 16: KATHMANDU	KATHMANDU
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, visit Pashupatinath Temple & Boudhnath. (Note: Pashupatinath is a Hindu Temple, due to religious restrictions foreign Nationals are not permitted into the temple complex. However they will be able to witness the temple activities from across the river). Later visit Swaymbhunath Stupa. Return back to hotel.
Day 17: KATHMANDU - DELHI
Breakfast at the hotel. Free at leisure in the morning. A representative will transfer you to the Kathmandu airport for your flight back to Delhi. Upon arrival at Deelhi airport a representative will assist you to connect flight for Australia.

Breakfast included: Lunch included : Dinner included:

Delhi - The Lalit New Delhi

The Lalit, New Delhi is located in the heart of the city, ideal for guests to explore and visit some of India’s famous landmarks. The recently renovated rooms are luxurious and spacious, appointed with contemporary facilities. The hotel also offers a spa, salon services, 24-hour gym, an all weather swimming pool and much more.

Jaipur - Le Meridien

Situated amongst 25 acres of lush gardens, the Le Meriden is an elegant high-class hotel. The hotel offers a wide range of services and facilities including spa and massage, meditation rooms, mouth-watering cuisines and even its own cinema. All rooms have been carefully designed to reflect Indian art and are appointed with the most modern facilities.

Agra - Jaypee Palace Hotel

This hotel has been exclusively designed to reflect the brilliance of Mughal architecture. The rooms are luxurious and present a unique romantic ambience. Enjoy the vast range of restaurants that the hotel has to offer.

Lucknow - Taj Residency

Located a short distance away from the city centre, the Taj residency welcomes guests with warm hospitality. The hotel offers an extensive range of leisure facilities and comfortable rooms with contemporary amenities, which is sure to make every stay enjoyable.

Sravasti - Lotus Nikko Hotel

A comfortable hotel situated only a few minutes walk from Sravasti’s famous Sahet Mahet. All rooms are appointed with modern amenities.

Lumbini - Lumbini Hokke Hotel

Located in the centre of Lumbini, the hotel has been built where the Shakyamuni Buddha was born. Every room is equipped with contemporary amenities and the hotel also offers an extensive range of services facilities including shops, a bar, restaurant, laundry service, salon and valet parking.

Kushinagar - Lotus Nikko Hotel

Lotus Nikko is situated within walking distance to the legendary Mahaparinirvana Temple. The hotel uniquely features a Japanese bathhouse and a multi-cuisine restaurant.

Patna - Hotel Maurya Patna

The hotel property is located on a two and a half acre plot in the prime commercial area of Patna (Gandhi Maidan). Its prime location gives the hotel a definitive competitive advantage over any other existing or new hotel since land is very scarce and expensive in central Patna.

Bodhgaya - Lotus Nikko Hotel

Situated in the heart of Bodhgaya, this hotel is adjoined to the renowned Maha Bodhi Temple. Guests will be welcomed by warm and friendly hospitality that is sure to make your stay memorable.

Varanasi - The Gateway Hotel Ganges

Recently renovated, the Gateway Hotel Ganges offers world-class contemporary rooms with a view. The hotel is conveniently located near the city centre and offers a 40-acre garden, a swimming pool and a fitness centre.

Kathmandu (NEPAL) - Hyatt Hotel

A luxurious five-star resort, situated near Kathmandu’s business district and shopping areas. The hotel offers numerous outdoor activities for guests to enjoy, including tours to stupas and temples, white-water rafting, hot air balloon rides and mountain flights. The rooms are luxurious, equipped with the most modern facilities.