UAE, India, Nepal & Maldives in 26 days - Dubai & Jewels of the Indian Subcontinent - Superior

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Discover the impressive skyscrapers of luxurious Dubai. Stroll through the bustling streets of Delhi, fall in love with the sublime Taj Mahal in Agra and get lost in the lively bazaars of Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan. Admire the Newar art of Kathmandu, navigate Lake Phewa in Pokhara, see the Himalayas in Nagarkot and live out your dreams in the All-Inclusive ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Dubai
    • Malé
    • Chitwan
    • Everest
    • Kathmandu
    • Nagarkot
    • Pokhara
    • Agra
    • Delhi
    • Jaipur

What's this trip about?

    Discover the impressive skyscrapers of luxurious Dubai. Stroll through the bustling streets of Delhi, fall in love with the sublime Taj Mahal in Agra and get lost in the lively bazaars of Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan. Admire the Newar art of Kathmandu, navigate Lake Phewa in Pokhara, see the Himalayas in Nagarkot and live out your dreams in the All-Inclusive paradise of the Maldives.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 9 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityDubai
End CityDubai

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Asia
  • United Arab Emirates
  • India
  • Maldives
  • Nepal

Attractions

  • Agra
  • Delhi
  • Dubai
  • Durbar Square
  • Jaipur
  • Kathmandu
  • Mount Everest
  • Nara
  • Pokhara

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Departures from main US airports.
    • International flights: US - Dubai; Maldives - US.
    • International flights: Dubai - Delhi - Kathmandu - Delhi - Maldives. *
    • 25 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.
    • 21 breakfasts, 1 dinner in the desert in Dubai, Full-Board in Chitwan and All-Inclusive in the Maldives. **
    • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary. ***
    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
    • Speedboat in the Maldives
    • Boat trip on Lake Phewa.
    • Welcome drink per person on arrival to the resort in the Maldives.
    • Family-friendly hotels.
    • 25% discount on Spa Menu in the Maldives.
    • 15 minutes jetlag massage in the Maldives.
    • Deluxe Beach Villa in the Maldives.
    • English-speaking guide in India.
    • Rickshaw ride in Delhi.
    • 4x4 ride in the Dubai desert and to the Amber Fort in Jaipur.

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Itinerary

Day 1: US - Night on board

Arrive at your US departure airport ready to check-in for a flight* to the luxurious city of Dubai. Night on board. * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

Day 2: Dubai

Arrive in Dubai and transfer to the hotel.* The remainder of the day is free to discover this modern Emirati metropolis at your leisure. We recommend visiting the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world and a symbol of the city of 828 meters and 160 floors. Si...

Day 3: Dubai

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the morning at your leisure, exploring the old town or sunning yourself on Dubai's idyllic beaches. We recommend an optional excursion to explore the older parts of the city.* At dusk, take an exciting 4x4 excursion to the desert. Pass th...

Day 4: Dubai

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure, enjoying a shopping spree in Dubai's fabulous malls or relaxing at your leisure on the beach. We recommend an optional tour of the city's modern attractions.* Overnight stay in Dubai. * Optional Half-Day Modern D...

Day 5: Dubai - Delhi

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport to board a flight to Delhi. Arrive in India’s capital and transfer to hotel. Delhi is a city with a wonderful architectural legacy from its Islamic conquerors together with its spectacular historic city centre. The rest of the day free to start to get to know this fascinating city. Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 6: Delhi

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, visit Old Delhi including the Jama Masjid Royal Mosque and the lively Spice Market to soak up the intoxicating aromas. Next, enjoy a rickshaw ride on Chandi Chow Street before heading to the majestic Red Fort, the former residence of the...

Day 7: Delhi - Jaipur

Breakfast at the hotel. Leave by road to Jaipur, the Pink City of India. The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur was built in 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Its architecture is a magnificent confluence of Hindu, Jain and Mughal architectural styles. Arrive and transfer...

Day 8: Jaipur

Breakfast at the hotel. Start the day with an exciting jeep transfer to the Amber Fort, sat on a hill above the beautiful Maotha Lake. In the interior, cross the premises of the Jag Mandir Palace and the famous Sheesh Mahal, a room embedded with beautifully bright pie...

Day 9: Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra

Breakfast at the hotel. Leave for Agra and along the way visit Fatehpur Sikri, an impressive ghost town. Next, pass by Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world. Arrive in Agra and enjoy a world of contrasting edifices of red sandstone and white marble and that...

Day 10: Agra - Delhi

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, experience the legendary splendour of the Taj Mahal, the ivory-white marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna river and a universal symbol of love. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal Emperor, S...

Day 11: Delhi - Kathmandu

Breakfast at the hotel before transferring to the airport for a flight to Kathmandu. Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel. The largest urban area in Nepal, with 2.5 million inhabitants, consists of the core of the metropolitan city of Kathmandu and its sister...

Day 12: Kathmandu - Bhaktapur - Kathmandu

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, visit "the city of the devotees", Bhaktapur, to admire the great architectural beauty of the third of the three royal cities of the Kathmandu Valley, also declared a World Heritage Site and whose Durbar Square is the best preserved in th...

Day 13: Kathmandu - Patan - Kathmandu

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning we recommend an optional Mount Everest flight-seeing excursion.* Head to the Kathmandu Valley through Asan Tole, the main street of the capital's oldest shopping area, which offers a vivid display of local Nepalese life. Discover...

Day 14: Kathmandu - Chitwan

Breakfast at the hotel. Set off by road to Chitwan, passing by scenic landscapes during the approx. 4-hour journey. Arrive and get settled at the hotel. In the afternoon, set off on a 1-hour nature walk to explore the beautiful surrounding area, scattered with cabins ...

Day 15: Chitwan

Rise early in the morning and enjoy a coffee/tea break before heading off to Chitwan National Park to seize the day and the tranquillity of the natural environment during the quiet hours of the morning. The area surrounding Machan Country Villa is a true paradise for ...

Day 16: Chitwan - Pokhara

Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, set off for Pokhara, a journey of around 3.5-hours long. En route, visit Bandipur Village, a small hilltop settlement and an amazing example of Newar culture. This charming village is home to precious 18th-century architecture, a ...

Day 17: Pokhara

Breakfast at the hotel. Set off for Sarangkot to see the sunrise over the Himalayas if weather conditions permit. Located at 1592 meters high, it is the most popular spot to enjoy the magnificent views of the Pokhara valley and the mountains. Afterwards, take a boat r...

Day 18: Pokhara - Kathmandu

Breakfast at the hotel. Head back to Kathmandu and enjoy the scenery along the way. Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day free to enjoy the city at your leisure, shopping in its old baazars or simply minglings with the locals in the cafes and restaurants of the old town. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 19: Kathmandu - Nagarkot

Breakfast at the hotel. Set off for Nagarkot, an idyllic mountain village famed for its amazing views of the Himalayas. Arrive at the hotel and check-in. Rest of the day is at your leisure to explore the small town or contemplate the beautiful views. Overnight stay in Nagarkot.

Day 20: Nagarkot

Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy guided walks through the hills surrounding Nagarkot. It is the best way to explore and experience the spectacular natural landscape, countryside and terraced farmland and also understand the lifestyle of local people. Overnight stay in Nagarkot.

Day 21: Nagarkot - Kathmandu

Breakfast at the hotel. Return to Kathmandu by road. Arrive and enjoy a guided visit to Bouddhanath and Pashupatinath. The Buddhist stupa of Boudhanath, one of the largest in the world and icon of Nepal, sits on an octagonal base and is surrounded by the houses of the...

Day 22: Kathmandu - Delhi

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Delhi. Arrive, transfer to the hotel and get some rest before your journey continues tomorrow. Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 23: Delhi - Maldives

Breakfast at the hotel before transferring to the airport for a flight to Male. Touch down in Male, in the island paradise of the Maldives. Enjoy an exciting speedboat transfer, passing by paradise atolls, to your hotel to begin your idyllic All-Inclusive stay. Get comfortable at the hotel and perhaps end the day with a sunset stroll along the beach. Overnight stay in the Maldives.

Day 24: Maldives

All-Inclusive. Spend the day relaxing in paradise. The warm waters of the Indian Ocean are home to abundant and diverse marine life. Snorkelling is the best way to appreciate the wide array of fish species. Alternatively, lounge pool-side with a good book and simply unwind. Overnight stay in the Maldives.

Day 25: Maldives

All-Inclusive. Spend another relaxing day in paradise. Make the most of your excellent hotel facilities and why not treat yourself to a beach-side massage? Pure bliss! Overnight stay in the Maldives.

Day 26: Maldives

All-Inclusive. Relax at your leisure and enjoy another day in paradise. Be sure to snorkel in the clear waters of the Indian Ocean, which are teeming with marine life, and end the day with a sunset cocktail. You deserve it! Overnight stay in the Maldives.

Day 27: Maldives - Night on board

Breakfast at the hotel. It's time to bid farewell to paradise and take your speedboat transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Night on board.

Day 28: US

Arrive in the US and end your trip.

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21 breakfasts, 1 dinner in the desert in Dubai, Full-Board in Chitwan and All-Inclusive in the Maldives. **
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