India & Bhutan

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India and Bhutan together offer one of the most culturally rich and geographically diverse travel combinations in Asia. India spans an entire subcontinent, drawing travellers with its ancient temples, Himalayan trekking, wildlife safaris, vibrant cities, and renowned cuisine. Neighbouring Bhutan, nestled in the Eastern Himalayas, is famed for its untouched Buddhist monasteries, dramatic mountain landscapes, and a unique philosophy of Gross National Happiness that shapes the country's approach to tourism. Together, they attract independent and group travellers seeking a deep mix of spiritual heritage, adventure, and some of the most striking scenery on earth.

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India & Bhutan · 13 days

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The Best of India & Bhutan — Self-Launched

A 13-day independent version of G Adventures' "The Best of India & Bhutan" (trip code AHDT): Delhi's backstreets, the Taj Mahal at sunrise, Mughal ruins and a Rajasthan stepwell, a night in a village tented camp, Jaipur's forts and Pink City bazaars, then a hop over the Himalaya to Bhutan — Thimphu, Punakha and Paro, ending with the Tiger's Nest hike. Everything the group tour includes can be booked yourself: trains and budget flights instead of a private vehicle, licensed local guides at the monuments (compulsory in Bhutan for the visa), and guesthouses rather than tour hotels. Bhutan is the one place where self-launching is only partly possible — the Sustainable Development Fee (US$100/night) and a licensed guide are legally required, so budget for them. Note: Bhutanese flights sell out early in peak season — book Druk Air/Bhutan Airlines at least 2–3 months ahead.

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