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From 06 to 29 October 2025
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Detailed Itinerary
Flights
The day has arrived! Heading to the airport in Salvador (SSA) after lunch on Monday, October 6th.
As a rule, airlines in other Brazilian cities require you to check in your checked bag all the way to your final destination, in our case, Delhi. Talking to check-in supervisors at different airlines in Guarulhos, they explained that sometimes the airline systems at different airports in Brazil can't handle check-in all the way to your final destination. Other times, the person checking you in doesn't know how to check in all the way to your final destination. So, talk to the person checking you in; if necessary, call the supervisor and see if you can arrange for your bag to be checked through to your final destination. If that's not possible, no problem. We usually arrive at T2 in Guarulhos, pick up our bag, and continue (a 15-minute walk) to T3. It was also a breeze. Have a great flight!
Flight 6OUT Qatar QR5214 LA3423 Salvador 17:50 PM São Paulo 20:25 PM
Flight
Have a good boarding of yours flight in São Paulo (GRU) and connecting in Doha. More information about the connection at Doha case help at this link: here
Flight 7OUT Qatar QR774 São Paulo 01:10 Doha 21:25
Flight
Arrival
Lakshmi Narayan Temple
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Humayun's Mausoleum
Park
Welcome to India! In your At the arrival You will be assisted by the driver who will be waiting with a sign with your name (or with 'Chörten' written on the sign) in the area we agreed on at the airport (as in the image above and on the Arrival in Delhi page) here). We accompany each Chörten traveller upon their arrival, maintaining contact with the airport attendant from before their plane lands until the moment we speak. This ensures you have complete peace of mind knowing we are monitoring your arrival and ensuring your arrival is well taken care of. Transfer to the hotel with assistance (approx. 35 to 45 min), located in a central area with interesting possibilities for tours and cultural activities. If you arrive at the hotel before 2 p.m., we will speak with the hotel in advance to request, if available, an earlier check-in than the hotel's official check-in time. On our first day, we will arrive, adjusting to the time zone and, despite the fatigue from the hours of flying, trying to sleep at the right time. Not during the day, as we might want to due to the time zone we are used to. For these reasons, we suggest that the first tours be taken very lightly., as we are still not processing the information very well but we want to stay awake.
Also close to our hotel is the Hindu temple Lakshminarayan, also known as Birla (an important Indian family) Mandir (temple in Hindi). We'll see many Hindu temples during the trip, from the smallest on the sidewalks and in front of houses to the largest, as in this case. These are opportunities to learn and reflect on the knowledge, wisdom, and learning methods that have been practiced for millennia throughout the Asian subcontinent: from the Hindustan River Valley (from Mt. Kailash in Tibet to Pakistan), extending across the Gangetic Plain (from Rishikesh to Kolkata), and across the Himalayas to South India. Take the opportunity to ask your guide about your questions and curiosities about Hinduism, as well as the temple-goers, including the priests. We'll hear varied answers, with different approaches and levels of understanding of this knowledge, from the most beginner to the most accomplished, from the most popular to the most academic.
Also close to our hotel, a visit to the Sikh temple, a 16th-century religion from the Punjab region of India, is certainly a good option. In the beautiful Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, we will hear their chants (see the translation on the monitors inside the temple), we will observe how they say their prayers in the temple and around the sacred tank. We will also be able to visit the kitchen where volunteers provide meals for thousands of people daily, regardless of social class and religion.
Second of the six major Mughal emperors, Humayun (1508-1556), his mausoleum was built in Delhi. The first with architecture associated with a garden and use of red sandstone on this scale in India. Thus, it was a predecessor and similar in beauty to the Taj Mahal. There are those who consider this monument even more beautiful.
Depending on the time of day and how hungry we are, we can also take a stroll through one of the parks where locals go for walks. A very beautiful one is Lodi Garden. Another option, since you'll be at Humayun Tomb, is the Sunder Nursery next door. Besides being very well-kept and beautiful, there's a café and restaurant inside.
We will check the city's cultural agenda for the days in Delhi, as a possibility of a special activity, where great artists from the country perform.
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- With arrival transfer
- With guide
- With driver and car
Flight 8OUT Qatar QR570 Doha 02:25 Delhi 08:45
Old Delhi.
Raj Ghat
Kartavya Path (Rajpath)
Gandhi Smriti
We will begin our tour with what is actually one of the many Delhis that existed in different eras and empires in a succession of neighboring cities. The last and eighth Delhi is where we are staying, built by the English, called New Delhi. The seventh was built by Shah Jahan, one of the great Mughal emperors, the same one who built the Taj Mahal, at the time known as Shajahanabad. Today we call it Old Delhi. or Old Delhi. We'll visit the Emperor's great mosque, the Jama Masjid. If you'd like, you can take a walk up to the minaret! From there, we'll have views of the city and the Red Fort. Talk to your guide. He doesn't need to climb the minaret and can keep your backpack (which can't be climbed onto the minaret, so it's always a good idea to have a padlock or not leave any money in it). Just be very careful on the platform up there, please.
Next, we'll stroll through the alleys of its old bazaar. There's a very old shop, passed down from father to son for a long time, selling essential oils (sandalwood, etc.) and incense, called Gulab Singh Johri Mal, which is a worthwhile visit in itself. You can buy a small box of oil along with one of the bottles typical of this Muslim region of Delhi. Following the tour through the alleys of the bazaar, most guides prefer to take a bicycle rickshaw. We highly recommend taking the walking tour, for more exposure and a better view of the bazaar. You'll also have the opportunity to visit a small, ancient Jain temple with beautiful paintings. There's more than one Jain temple in the area; this one is in the small village called Naughara Gali, in Kinari Bazaar. We then continue until we reach the Red Fort, where the important Lahori Gate is located. It was here that important speeches in the history of India took place, such as the independence of this country, today the largest democracy in the world, where ancient values and customs coexist with extremely modern knowledge and technologies.
We will save our visit to one of the Red Forts for the one in Agra, with more history, prettier and better preserved.
On the way back to our hotel area, we will pay our respects at the memorial where Gandhi was cremated, the Raj Ghat. We will see what his last words were, a sign of great achievement on his spiritual path. Those who like photographs, look for images taken by Cartier-Bresson, one of the greatest photographers who ever lived, who was in Delhi that day.
Near our hotel is the esplanade built by the English in the 20th century, called Kartavya Path (until recently called Rajpath). Here you will find India Gate, a landmark of the city, built in honor of the fighters in the great war, where you can get off to take some photos. On the other side of Kartavya Path is the house of the current president of India.
Another special visit for our day is the last house where Gandhi lived, known as Birla House or Gandhi SmritiWe will learn a little about this important part of this nation's history, including the life and final moments of this great leader, an example of the practice of Ahimsa (non-violence) and the culture of peace that continues throughout the world today. The most important parts of the museum today are at the beginning of the visit. So, a suggestion: (1) head to the back of the house where Gandhi was assassinated on the way to the place where he said his daily prayers. Return and take a look at a presentation about Gandhi's life, with photos of his birthplace, until he became the Gandhi we know. Then enter (2) the house through Gandhi's bedroom, where his belongings are displayed. In all the places where Gandhi lived, he had a simple room with belongings like these. (3) On this same ground floor, further into the house, on the right, after a room with a projection and music that Gandhi liked, there is a corridor with black and white photographs recounting Gandhi's life. If you have time, it's interesting. These are the most important parts of the visit. I suggest you continue through the other rooms in a much more concise manner, for a few minutes, including the floor above. There are volunteers available to show you the museum, but it can take a long time. If you'd like their support, ask them to present just two or three sections of the museum, or do a 5-minute summary (which will probably end up being longer). Suggestion: spend a maximum of 10 to 15 minutes on these sections of the museum (after Gandhi's room) so you can use your day for other visits in the city.
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- With guide
- With car and driver
Lotus Temple
Hare Krishna Temple
National museum
Today we will start our day further south of the city, where we will visit the beautiful Lotus TempleBuilt in the shape of its name, it belongs to the Bahá'í religion, founded in the 19th century in ancient Persia. Upon visiting, you'll be invited to remain silent for a moment. This is an interesting opportunity and experience in the midst of this large, bustling city. After visiting the temple, which is sometimes open, further along the exit (before turning right to the street gate), there are stairs leading to an exhibition on the history and work of this religion. It's interesting to take a look and experience brief expositions on its thoughts.
Near the Lotus Temple, we can visit the temple ISKCON. Very beautiful, it's a good opportunity to see how the Hare Krishna movement, which we've already seen in our countries, is practiced in India. Let's just be mindful of their midday closing times (open from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m., then from 16:15 p.m. to 21 p.m.).
Returning to more central Delhi, a very interesting visit in Delhi is the National museum. It's possible to spend many hours or days appreciating each hall and exhibit on the history, arts, and people of India. A good way to take advantage of this opportunity is to visit a main hall and the relics of Buddha. Your backpack must be stored in a cloakroom before entering the museum building (small women's purses or clutches are usually allowed), and then, just before climbing the entrance stairs, be sure to take a look to your left at one of, if not the first, charter of human rights, carved in stone, according to the laws of the great Indian emperor of the 3rd century BC, Ashoka. Just after your entrance, one of the first halls is about Mohenjodaro and Harappa, the cradle of this Indian culture, between 3500 and 1500 BC. Right at the entrance to this hall, there's an interesting comparison of the eras of humanity's ancient civilizations. Next, we have objects from this period, the main ones being: the seal with what must have been Shiva (possibly in the form of Pashupati), the sculpture of the priest's head, and the dancing girl. From there, we walked (please be mindful of your time), without stopping too much, aiming to make the most of our day at the museum, through the other halls (there is an interesting digital exhibition on the Ajanta and Ellora caves further up, as well as a hall on the tribal regions of India and traditional instruments). (3) Now, in a new building on the way out of the museum, we have relics of the Buddha. A very special place to visit and, if you wish, to sit for a few moments. It is common to find practitioners of this Nepalese/Indian master's method (Sakya), sitting in meditation around his relics.
We will check the city's cultural agenda for the days in Delhi, as a possibility of a special activity, where great artists from the country perform.
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- Without guide
- With car and driver
Car trip
Agra Fort
Sunset
After breakfast, we'll travel today along a new road to Agra (approx. 4 hours). The time we leave Delhi will greatly influence how much we spend in the afternoon in Agra. See the suggestions for the end of today below. Perhaps having breakfast early at the hotel, having already unpacked your bags, and then leaving would be a good idea.
Let's see what time we'll arrive in Agra, if it's better to check in at the hotel or take advantage of our time to explore the area. Agra Fort. This Red Fort of Agra, more beautiful and with more history than the one in Delhi, was first used by Babur, the first Mughal emperor, in the 16th century, and built in its current form by Akbar. We will visit its gardens, public and private audience halls, mosque, and living quarters, including the place where Shah Jahan was imprisoned by his son and the one Akbar built for his son, with symbols of all the major religious and philosophical traditions of the time.
An extra possibility for the end of the day is to go to an area behind the Taj, on the other side of the Yamuna River, to see the SunsetOf course, it depends a lot on the weather that day. But every time we've been, even when we don't see the sunset itself, all travellers have always enjoyed it and said it was worth it. We usually go by tuk-tuk, for the fun and for the time our driver has been working since early in the morning. Tomorrow will start even earlier and we'll hit the road again. Out of respect for him, our own safety, and the fun of taking a tuk-tuk! We'll arrange in advance to meet a well-known tuk-tuk driver. On the way, we can visit the Baby Taj, a mausoleum that is 5 minutes from the Taj sunset spot. The Taj sunset spot is called Taj View Point. It's not inside the Taj, but behind it, on the other side of the river. There are two options: a park that costs a little more called Mehtab Bagh, and on the riverside, which costs less, called Taj View Point ADA. Both are good. I recommend the latter.
Calculation for sunset:
– I suggest arriving 40 min or a little before sunset (here) to enjoy and have more chances of seeing a beautiful light (which depends a lot on the weather, but it is always worth it).
– From the tuk-tuk point, it's about a 5- to 7-minute walk to the Taj Viewpoint. If you're driving, the walk from the parking lot to the Taj Viewpoint takes a little over 10- to 15-minutes.
– From Baby Taj to where the tuctuc can go it usually takes 10 minutes (here). Visiting the Baby Taj can be done in 20 minutes.
– Then we see how long it should take from where we are (hotel, fort or some other point in the city) to the Baby Taj (here), bearing in mind that after the bridge we pass through the neighborhood market with narrow and sometimes congested streets.
Tips on starting tomorrow:
– We suggest you get a good rest this day, not ending it too late, so you can visit the Taj early tomorrow, starting at night. Besides the possibility of beautiful light, even though it's already quite crowded, it's much less crowded than during the day, later in the morning. There may be some fog, which will almost always lift at some point (and may return later). But even if it doesn't lift, which is quite rare, it's still quite beautiful. All travellers to date have expressed gratitude for going early, and even those who went later have told us they should have gone earlier. PS: The guide's chances of suggesting a later visit are almost 100%. Every time, without exception, that travellers agreed to the guide's suggestion, the explanation immediately followed. If necessary, you can ask Guilherme to speak with him.
Calculation for the start of the day tomorrow:
– We start by looking at the sunrise time on that day: here
– To keep in mind, the walk from the search and security to the place where we see the Taj, approximately 10 minutes. Time at the search plus about 5.
– But we'll calculate based on the time the Taj gates are expected to open, between 1 and 30 minutes before sunrise, plus the queue time, which will depend on our arrival time. Earlier, shorter queues. Later, longer queues. For example, if sunrise is at 6:00 AM, let's assume the gates open at 5:10 or 5:20 AM. If we arrive 20 minutes or more before this time, we're usually comfortable with the queue, longer security check times, and longer walking. In this example, I'd calculate a walk from security check around 5:30 AM. This would mean arriving in line for a maximum of 5 hours. Anyone who wants to arrive earlier is also welcome. There's a café that opens just before the gates open, right in front of the gate we'll enter (the East Gate).
– From our car parking lot to the entrance gate (East Gate), approx. 5 min by electric car.
– From our hotels to the Taj parking lot approx. 10 min. From the guesthouses approx. 15 min walking, no need for a car or electric car.
– Leave food at the hotel, creams, travel knife, nail trimmer, practically everything except a camera, cell phone for photos, temple kit and, depending on the time of year, warm clothing. Talk to your guide about what you can and cannot take with you as this also varies greatly from season to season.
– Confirm the time breakfast ends with the hotel as well to calculate your return time from the tour tomorrow: from the Taj to the gate and then to the car.. 30-40 min, plus 10-15 min from the car to the hotel.
– This way you can visit the Taj with peace of mind, having a peaceful day. A very good visit!
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- Without guide
- With car and driver
Taj Mahal
Fatehpur Sikri,
Today we will wake up very early for our visit to Taj Mahal (see suggestions above, at the end of the previous day). Built by Shah Jahan for his wife, Muntaz Mahal, in the 20th century, thousands of workers and architects from different regions of the world, over a period of XNUMX years, used the famous white marble from India and precious stones. Early in the morning, in addition to the possibility of beautiful light, it is also quieter than during the day. Our local guide will tell you several stories about this monument. Return to the hotel for a good breakfast.
Then we will travel to the capital of the state of Rajasthan, Jaipur.
On the way we will visit the city Fatehpur Sikri, , built by the Mughal emperor Akbar. A scholar of the philosophy of the great religious traditions, he was the first Mughal emperor to not levy higher taxes on those outside his religion, and to have a Hindu general command his army. In addition to visiting his city, which was used for a very short period, we will also visit the emperor's Jama Masjid (Friday mosque) and the mausoleum of a Sufi saint from the time of this empire.
We will arrive at our hotel at the end of the day.
Tip about starting the tour tomorrow:
– It's possible to climb up to the fort with the help of an elephant. A few years ago, they began limiting the number of climbs per elephant, a great measure to avoid overloading and stressing the animals. Thus, there are a limited number of elephants and climbs for each of them (if you want to talk about the work of Wildlife SOS, link here, please let us know). Talk to your guide at the end of the day to ensure you leave the hotel at a time that will allow you to arrive at the front of the line at a time that will guarantee the maximum possible elephant presence, if you prefer to climb the hill.
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- With guide
- With car and driver
Amber Fort
Jantar Mantar
City Palace Museum
Hawa Mahal
We will start our day early to climb up to the Amber Fort, with the possibility of an elephant assisting you on this climb. Please see the note at the end of the previous day regarding the number of elephants. We will walk through the halls, gardens, rooms, and secret passages, with views of the palace area of the Rajput and general of Akbar's army, Man Singh.
On the way back to the pink city, as ancient Jaipur is known, we will stop on the shores of a lake where there is a palace on an island, called Jal Mahal. A restaurant suggestion, quite old and traditional, very funny actually, where we ate approx. 20 years is the LMB. In the old part of the city, everyone knows it. One of the good options is the Veg Thali, a combination of several Indian foods (rice, lentils, vegetables, yogurt, see if a butter nan or plain nan is already available if you don't order it, it's delicious). Ask not to come spicy but it should come a little or a little. So a sweet or banana lassi to go with it can be great!
After a good lunch, we will walk through the old city. We will visit the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of Winds, built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799 so that women could watch the hustle and bustle of the streets without being seen. We will also visit the City Palace Museum and Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory also from the 18th century, now protected by UNESCO, consisting of large instruments of incredible precision to this day.
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- With guide
- With car and driver
Flight
Retiro
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Ahmedabad. From Ahmedabad, independent activities organized by the Brahma Kumaris. A great retreat, enjoy it!
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- Jaipur Airport Transfer with Car and Driver
- From Ahmedabadh independent activities
Flight 14OUT IndiGo 6E7217 Jaipur 08:35 Ahmedabad 10:10
Flight
Transfers and accommodation arranged independently with the support of the Brahma Kumaris.
Flight 21OUT IndiGo 6E2079 Ahmedabad 15:45 Delhi 17:30
Flight
Transfer
Free afternoon in Boudhnath
Transfer in Delhi arranged independently with the support of the Brahma Kumaris. For this flight, we recommend a left-side window seat if the weather is good.
Welcome to Nepal! From the airport runway, weather permitting, you can already see the mountains surrounding the valley. All details about your arrival are explained on this page. Arrival in Kathamndu: here. Which we'll have carefully reviewed together during our trip briefing. With your visa and luggage in hand, you'll be greeted by our local representative, who will be waiting for you with a Chörten sign.
Around the great stupa (Tib: chörten) of boudhanath, full of monasteries, we will find nuns, monks and lay Tibetans, sometimes great masters, doing their koras (circumambulations). Turning the famous prayer wheels with millions of Om Mani Padma Hungs, reciting mantras and making offerings of lamps mainly in the late afternoon and early morning. In addition to doing our koras, we will enjoy one of the cafés or restaurants around the stupa to observe and assimilate a little of this ancient culture.
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- Transfer with assistance from a local representative, driver and car
- Free afternoon in Boudhnath (hotel neighborhood / without guide and without car)
Flight 22OUT IndiGo 6E1155 Delhi 13:40 Kathmandu 15:40
Swayambunath
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Thamel
We will begin our visits with a short walk in the region of the second largest stupa in the valley, Swayambunath (translation: self-arising). Legend has it that the hill where the stupa stands arose from the spot where the bodhisattva Manjushri, the bodhisattva of wisdom, picked a lotus flower after emptying the lake in what is now the Kathmandu Valley. Weather permitting, we will have a view of the entire city. We will make our koras around the stupa and visit its small monasteries.
From Swayambu we will continue to Durbar Square, (Palace Square) in Kathmandu where a small living goddess, the Kumari, lives. The durbar squares of the Kathmandu Valley were built by kings who were heirs of the Malla dynasty, from the 12th to the 18th centuries, which, in this case, were fortunate enough to compete in architectural beauty. There are numerous temples of various Hindu gods around the palace. We will then walk to the travellers' quarter in Kathmandu, Thamel, with numerous good restaurants, mountaineering shops, Nepalese crafts, bookstores, for a good meal and, if someone needs it, to buy some clothes, for example, for trekking or future trips.
After our visits, walks and lunch, we will return to the stupa of boudhanath, full of flags, famous prayer wheels with millions of Om Mani Padma Hungs and many monasteries of great masters that we can visit.
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- With guide
- With car and driver
Pashupatinath
Bhaktapur
From our hotel we will take a walk around the temple complex of Pashupatinath, which surrounds the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. In addition to the main temple, dedicated to the most tranquil manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha).
Today we will also visit one of the three main ancient cities in the valley, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Along with Patan and Kathmandu, which we've already visited and will visit in the coming days, they were once capitals of the Malla Empire, rivaling each other in architectural beauty with their stunning palace squares. Bhaktapur is a listed city with limited traffic flow. Walking through its narrow streets is like experiencing a glimpse of everyday life in medieval Nepal.
After our walk and lunch, we will head to a quieter area of the valley, Namo BuddhaWe'll arrive at our hotel, where we'll have a peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we'll be able to see the snow-capped Himalayas from the hotel restaurant at sunset and sunrise.
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- With guide
- With car and driver
Namo Buddha
In a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, met a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is now a monastery of Thrangu Rinpoche, in Namo Buddha.
A free, peaceful day to enjoy this region, surrounded by nature. After breakfast, you can take a leisurely, pleasant walk to the monastery and then to the stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that lifetime, kept their relics. Let's confirm if you prefer to keep the driver and car with you. If you prefer, you can do this route or part of it by car. As we discussed, we can arrange a local guide from the region to support you on your hike. Please let us know how you prefer. Okay?
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- Without guide
- Without car and driver
Patan
After our peaceful breakfast at Namo Buddha, we will head to the friendly Durbar Square Patan. Very famous for its artists and beautiful temples. Here we'll visit a small, very well-designed, and quite educational museum of Hindu and Buddhist art. Nearby, we'll visit the small and beautiful Golden Temple, still used today by Nepalese Buddhists from the same clan as Buddha Sakyamuni. Patan offers a good option for lunch; it's a good place to buy Buddhist statues (as in Boudha), of excellent quality, and to stroll through these medieval streets and temples.
At the end of the day we will return to our now well-known neighborhood of Boudhnath to enjoy our last day, this time, in Nepal.
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- With guide
- With car and driver
Flight
Free afternoon
Early in the morning, it's time to return to Delhi. Assisted transfer to Kathmandu airport.
Afternoon free to enjoy the end of the day in Delhi.
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- Transfers in Kathmandu and Delhi
- Free afternoon without guide, driver or car in Delhi
Flight 27OUT IndiGo 6E1152 Kathmandu 10:50 Delhi 12:35
Flight
Relaxed morning in Delhi for lunchtime transfer to the airport.
We hope you have had beautiful experiences and learned significant lessons through contact with these ancient cultures, which to this day, in more isolated contexts as well as in very modern contexts, provide important support in our daily lives.
We thought about that day and organized it as follows:
- Without guide
- Transfer with driver and car
Flight 28OUT Qatar QR4781 Delhi 16:40 Doha 18:50
Flights
29 OCT Qatar QR779 Doha 01:10 São Paulo 10:30
29 OCT Qatar QR5229 São Paulo 15:15 PM Salvador 17:35 PM
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