15 Days Rajasthan Trip with Nepal
Explore India and Nepal over 15 days, from Delhi’s Mughal landmarks to Kathmandu’s temple squares, Rajasthan’s royal cities and the Taj Mahal. This private journey brings together sacred places, local markets, architectural treasures and contrasting landscapes, with guided visits and time to absorb each destination.
Begin in Delhi before flying to Nepal for three nights in Kathmandu. Wander the historic courtyards of Bhaktapur, experience the atmosphere around Boudhanath and Swayambhunath, and discover how Hindu and Buddhist traditions shape everyday life in the valley. The schedule allows you to enjoy the city without promising mountain views or flights that depend on the weather.
Back in India, an overnight stay in Delhi separates the international flight from the long journey to Rajasthan. Pushkar’s sacred lake introduces a quieter side of the state, followed by Jodhpur’s imposing Mehrangarh Fort, the marble craftsmanship of Ranakpur and Udaipur’s lakeside palaces. Jaipur adds hill forts, royal collections and lively bazaars before the road leads to Agra.
The final days are devoted to Fatehpur Sikri, the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, before a return to Delhi for the flight home. The route balances guided sightseeing with flexibility on travel days.
Tour Highlights:
- Old Delhi’s markets and Mughal heritage, with private guiding.
- Bhaktapur, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath and the sacred Pashupatinath area.
- Pushkar Lake and its temple-town atmosphere.
- Mehrangarh Fort, Ranakpur’s Jain temples and Udaipur’s lakes.
- Amber Fort, Jaipur’s royal landmarks and traditional crafts.
- Fatehpur Sikri, the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
Detailed Itinerary
Meet your representative at Delhi airport and travel privately to your hotel. There is no fixed sightseeing today, giving you time to recover after your international flight and settle into India at your own pace.
If you land in the morning, a gentle neighbourhood walk or an early dinner can be arranged. Your guide will discuss the India–Nepal travel documents and flight arrangements for the next stage of your journey.
Day Experiences:
- Airport welcome and private hotel transfer
- Time to recover from your international flight
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Begin in Old Delhi, where Jama Masjid and the busy lanes around Chandni Chowk show the city at its liveliest. A short cycle-rickshaw ride, when practical, lets you see the market without trying to cover every lane on foot.
In New Delhi, explore Humayun’s Tomb and drive past India Gate and the government district. Your guide connects the Mughal capital with the broad avenues of modern Delhi; the day is paced around traffic and your interests.
Day Experiences:
- Jama Masjid and Old Delhi streets
- Humayun’s Tomb and India Gate
- Guided introduction to India’s capital
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Transfer to the airport for your international flight to Kathmandu. After arrival formalities in Nepal, meet the local team and travel to your hotel. The rest of the afternoon is deliberately flexible, as airline schedules and immigration queues can affect arrival time.
If the flight lands early, enjoy a relaxed walk around Thamel or a nearby square. Tomorrow begins the deeper introduction to the Kathmandu Valley’s temples and living traditions.
Day Experiences:
- Flight connection between India and Nepal
- Private Kathmandu airport transfer
- Free time to settle in
Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Travel to Bhaktapur, where brick courtyards, carved timber windows and pottery workshops offer a vivid introduction to Newar craftsmanship. Your guide will explain how these squares remain part of everyday life, not simply open-air museums.
Continue to Boudhanath Stupa to watch pilgrims circle the great white dome. Later visit the Pashupatinath area beside the Bagmati River. The principal temple is restricted to Hindus; other travellers can observe the sacred complex from designated public viewpoints. Keep the evening relaxed after a full day of sightseeing.
Day Experiences:
- Bhaktapur Durbar Square
- Boudhanath Stupa and Buddhist rituals
- Pashupatinath heritage area
Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square with your guide, noticing the temple roofs, courtyards and royal buildings that tell the story of the valley’s Malla kings. Restoration work may affect access to individual monuments.
Later, visit Swayambhunath, a hilltop stupa with sweeping views across Kathmandu. Its prayer flags, shrines and lively atmosphere make it one of the valley’s most memorable places. A scenic mountain flight may be added early in the morning only if booked separately and weather permits; it is not treated as a guaranteed activity.
Day Experiences:
- Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Swayambhunath hilltop stupa
- Optional, weather-dependent mountain flight
Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Return to Kathmandu airport for the flight to Delhi. After immigration and baggage collection, meet your driver and transfer to a hotel in Delhi.
This overnight stop is intentional: international flight timings can change, and travelling directly onward to Pushkar would add a long road journey after the airport formalities. Instead, enjoy dinner and a comfortable night before the Rajasthan section begins.
Day Experiences:
- Kathmandu–Delhi international flight
- Private Delhi transfer
- Rest before the Rajasthan road journey
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Drive into Rajasthan towards Pushkar, allowing most of the day for the journey and meal stops. Arrive in the afternoon and settle into your hotel before exploring on foot.
At Pushkar Lake, watch pilgrims gather by the ghats and learn why the town holds an important place in Hindu tradition. Visit the Brahma Temple when open, then take time to wander through the colourful bazaar. The lakefront is a place of worship, so modest clothing and considerate photography matter.
Day Experiences:
- Pushkar Lake and ghats
- Brahma Temple, subject to access
- Evening walk through the market
Overnight stay in Pushkar.
Leave Pushkar for Jodhpur, crossing the plains of central Rajasthan. After checking in, begin with the old city around the Clock Tower, where spice stalls, small shops and blue-painted lanes bring the city’s daily life into focus.
Depending on arrival time, visit Jaswant Thada or enjoy a viewpoint across Mehrangarh Fort. The main fort visit is reserved for tomorrow so you can enjoy the architecture and collections without rushing after the road transfer.
Day Experiences:
- Road journey through Rajasthan
- Clock Tower and old-city atmosphere
- First views of Mehrangarh Fort
Overnight stay in Jodhpur.
Start with a guided visit to Mehrangarh Fort, exploring its imposing gateways, palace rooms and views over the Blue City. Then travel south into the Aravalli Hills.
Stop at the marble Jain temples of Ranakpur, where delicately carved pillars and changing patterns of light create a very different mood from Jodhpur’s fortress. Temple opening hours and visitor rules should be checked for the travel date. Continue to Udaipur and spend a restful evening by the lake. This is a full day of travel and sightseeing.
Day Experiences:
- Mehrangarh Fort
- Ranakpur Jain Temple
- Scenic Aravalli drive
Overnight stay in Udaipur.
Explore the royal apartments and courtyards of Udaipur’s City Palace, where painted rooms and balconies overlook Lake Pichola. Continue to Jagdish Temple and Saheliyon-ki-Bari, a garden known for fountains and shaded paths.
Later, take a boat ride on Lake Pichola when water levels and local operations permit. From the lake, the palace façades and surrounding hills are especially striking. Keep some free time for lakeside cafés or a quiet walk through the old town rather than filling every hour with monuments.
Day Experiences:
- City Palace and Jagdish Temple
- Saheliyon-ki-Bari
- Optional Lake Pichola boat ride
Overnight stay in Udaipur.
Travel by private vehicle to Jaipur, allowing roughly a full morning and part of the afternoon for the road journey. Stop for lunch along the way and reach your hotel with time to unwind.
If you feel energetic, explore a nearby market or visit Birla Mandir in the evening. The major forts and palaces are saved for tomorrow, giving you a proper day to appreciate Rajasthan’s Pink City.
Day Experiences:
- Comfortable intercity transfer
- Optional Jaipur market or temple visit
- Relaxed evening ahead of sightseeing
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Begin at Amber Fort, where broad courtyards, carved gateways and the mirrored Sheesh Mahal reveal the former rulers’ sense of ceremony. A jeep or walking approach is preferable to elephant rides.
Back in Jaipur, visit City Palace and the Jantar Mantar observatory, then pause outside Hawa Mahal for photographs. If time allows, finish with a relaxed look at local textiles or block-printing. Your guide will focus on the story behind these places instead of turning the day into a rushed checklist.
Day Experiences:
- Amber Fort and its palace interiors
- City Palace and Jantar Mantar
- Hawa Mahal and Jaipur crafts
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
After breakfast, travel towards Agra and visit Fatehpur Sikri, the atmospheric red-sandstone city built for Emperor Akbar. Walk through its courtyards and audience halls as your guide explains the Mughal court and the reasons the capital was eventually abandoned.
Continue to Agra and check into your hotel. If there is sufficient daylight, enjoy an optional view of the Taj Mahal from across the Yamuna River. The main monument visit is kept for the following morning, when the light is usually softer.
Day Experiences:
- Fatehpur Sikri’s Mughal architecture
- Road transfer to Agra
- Optional Taj Mahal viewpoint
Overnight stay in Agra.
Begin early at the Taj Mahal, taking time to enjoy its symmetry, marble details and gardens. Your guide will explain the story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal without rushing the visit. The monument is closed to general visitors on Fridays, so the programme must be rearranged when necessary.
After breakfast visit Agra Fort, whose palaces overlook the Yamuna. Continue to Delhi by road and settle into the hotel for a final night before departure.
Day Experiences:
- Taj Mahal at a comfortable early hour
- Agra Fort
- Return transfer to Delhi
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Your chauffeur will collect you from the hotel for the transfer to Delhi international airport, timed around your confirmed flight and check-in requirements.
The journey ends after a striking contrast of experiences: Delhi’s Mughal heritage, Kathmandu’s temples, Rajasthan’s forts and lakes, and the Taj Mahal. If your international flight departs late, any additional sightseeing can be discussed in advance rather than assumed on departure day.
Day Experiences:
- Private airport transfer
- International departure from Delhi
Tour concludes in Delhi.
What's Included
Clear details of what is covered in your private tour.
Included
- Hotel accommodation on double/twin sharing.
- Daily breakfast at all hotels.
- Private vehicle for all transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
- Domestic flight tickets (as per itinerary).
- Train tickets (as per itinerary).
- Professional driver with fuel, tolls, parking & allowance.
- All applicable taxes.
- Assistance on arrival & departure.
Not Included
- International airfare.
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses: shopping, laundry, tips, etc.
- Entry tickets, activity fees & guide charges.
- Camera/permit charges wherever applicable.
- Travel insurance.
Practical Questions About This India and Nepal Tour
Is the Kathmandu–Delhi flight followed by a long drive?
No. An overnight stay in Delhi separates the international flight from the journey to Pushkar. It leaves more room for immigration, baggage collection and possible airline schedule changes.
Are flights between India and Nepal included?
The itinerary uses flights from Delhi to Kathmandu and back, but the exact airlines, baggage allowance and whether the fares are included must be confirmed in your quotation. International flights from your home country are not included unless expressly stated.
Do I need separate visas for India and Nepal?
Visa and entry rules depend on your passport and travel history. Because this tour leaves India and then re-enters from Nepal, you must ensure your Indian entry permission allows the required re-entry. Your consultant can advise what to verify with the relevant official authorities before booking.
Can non-Hindu travellers enter Pashupatinath Temple?
The main Pashupatinath temple is restricted to Hindus. Non-Hindu visitors can appreciate the wider heritage area and views from designated public places across the Bagmati River. Your guide will explain appropriate behaviour and photography restrictions.
Is the Everest mountain flight included?
No. A scenic mountain flight is an optional add-on, subject to airline operations, additional payment and suitable visibility. It should never be treated as a guaranteed view of Everest.
Will we see the Taj Mahal at sunrise?
An early visit is planned when opening hours and the schedule allow. The Taj Mahal is closed to general visitors on Fridays, so exact visit timing is confirmed after travel dates are known.
How physically demanding is this trip?
Expect some uneven paving, steps at forts and temples, and several longer drives in Rajasthan. We can arrange a gentler pace, suitable room access and fewer optional activities for families travelling with older relatives.
Can we extend the tour or change the Rajasthan route?
Yes. The itinerary is private and can be adapted. Travellers interested in extra fort towns or a longer stay may also consider the Rajasthan travel circuit, but your consultant should keep added driving realistic rather than squeezing more stops into the same days.
What is the best season for Rajasthan and Nepal together?
October to March generally suits Rajasthan sightseeing, while Kathmandu can be cool in winter and clearer in parts of autumn. Mountain weather changes quickly in every season, so a Kathmandu mountain flight remains optional.
What is included in the guided sightseeing?
The page describes the planned visits, but hotel category, guide language, entrance fees, domestic or regional flights, special experiences and meals should be specified in the final proposal. Nothing optional should be assumed included unless listed there.
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