Highlights
Expand your horizons with this epic journey encompassing the highlights of India and the magnificent Himalayas.
Selected departures from February to October 2018
- A superb tour of India’s greatest sights, including the Ganges at Varanasi, the unforgettable Taj Mahal, plus Nepal’s majestic mountains, most fascinating landscapes and monuments
- Stay in hand-picked hotels, ranging from a simple three-star lodge in Chitwan National Park to five-star luxury in Delhi and Kathmandu
- Visit the major sights of Old and New Delhi
- See the breathtaking Taj Mahal bathed in the soft morning light and wonder at its incredible purity and symmetry
- Spend two nights in the fascinating city of Varanasi one of the world’s oldest cities, with boat trips on the revered river Ganges and a rickshaw ride through its teeming streets
- Take one of the world’s most exciting flights – to uniquely see Mt. Everest and the Himalayas from the air
- Take a once-in-a-lifetime elephant-back safari through the lush forests of Chitwan National Park, in search of rhinos and tigers
- Gaze in awe at the remarkable artistry of the temple carvings of Khajuraho, expressing a joyous celebration of physical love
- Visit Kathmandu, the centre of Nepali culture and wander through Patan Durbar Square
- Stay in Pokhara, with its amazing close-up view over the great Annapurna range
- Escorted by our experienced tour manager
- Return flights from Dublin via London Heathrow
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We thought that we would send you our congratulations for what has turned out to be the holiday of a lifetime. Our recent trip to India and Nepal has provided us with so many experiences that we will treasure. The venues were fantastic, but what I would particularly like to highlight is how the Tour Guide, Sarah; along with regional guides, Sanjay and Vivec, made the trip so fulfilling.
Firstly, Sarah, who apart from being most entertaining, was able to ensure that everything went without a hitch. The ‘tip kitty’ was a brilliant concept and took out a lot of the potential hassle from our various trips and stop-overs. For her, it must have been a bit like herding cats, at times, especially near shops and markets; but she coped admirably and did lose anyone, even when we were surrounded by thousands at Varanasi. She is a real star.
Sanjay and Vivec provided us with an illuminating insight into life in their respective countries and were also helpful and entertaining.
The handling of our baggage from hotel rooms to various venues was effective and again removed a potential pain the butt. The above three were always around to anticipate potential problems.
The organisation of all means of transport was extremely effective. Everything was on time and where it was expected to be. No mean feat bearing in mind the scale of operation. We were also impressed how the various hotels and restaurants in Nepal (and their staff) were able to cope with restricted power, caused by the blockade of the border.
We requested an additional trip, to the Bamboo school in Kathmandu that Riviera supports. Everyone was moved by the experience. The impression had been given, possibly incorrectly, that up to that point, we had been being shielded from seeing the devastation that had occurred in the area. We were all bowled over by the resilience of the people we met and how they were coping with the effects of both the earthquake and blockade of the border.
Overall, this has been a fantastic experience and we have no hesitation in strongly recommending Riviera to friends. Our thanks go to you and all those who contributed to making this holiday so memorable (and such good value for money).
Latest India & Nepal Tour Testimonial
Price Includes
The price of this holiday is per person, based on two people sharing a twin room. Scheduled return flights; 13 nights accommodation with daily breakfast and five meals; all transport as indicated; hotel porterage of one bag per person; tour of New & Old Delhi, visit to Taj Mahal & Agra Fort; visit to Orchha Fort & Chhatris; tour of Khajuraho temples; evening & morning boat ride on Ganges, rickshaw ride & city tour of Varanasi; visit to Sarnath; Kathmandu city tour; Mt. Everest scenic flight; elephant-back safari at Chitwan; boat ride on lake at Pohkara & early-morning trip to see sunrise over the Annapurna range; services of an experienced Riviera Tour Manager
NB: Whilst there are three opportunities to take the Everest flight during the tour, should weather conditions make flying unsafe (this is rare), the sterling equivalent of the fare will be refunded on your return
Not included: India and Nepal visas.
