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Best season :
Feb-May and
Sept to December
Clothing Cottons & light woolens during
summer, warm clothing during winter.
This tour is made to have the mix of culture,
nature and safari adventure. This tour includes the major
attractions of the Kathmandu valley and takes you to the city of
natural beauties and center of adventures.
Day 01:Arrive Delhi : Arrival assistance and
transfer to the hotel. Overnight hotel.
Day 02.
Delhi :
Sightseeing of Delhi covering Qutab Minar, Lotus Temple, India
Gate, National Museum, Parliament house, Red Fort and Jama
Masjid. Overnight Delhi.
Day 03. Delhi/kathmandu :
Departure transfer to the airport to catch flight for Kathmandu.
Upon arrival at the airport, welcome by our representative &
transfer to the Hotel. At the hotel briefing about the program
by our representative. Rest day at leisure. |
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Day 04:
Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Valley.
After breakfast, introduce with the Sightseeing Guide & driver.
We set to the first day sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley. Today
you will see the following spots; the details are as described
below:
Swoyambhunath
The four seeing eyes of Swoyambhunath Stupa watch over the
valley from the top of 77-m high hillock on western side. This
most glorious Stupa in the world, is one of the holiest Buddhist
sites in Nepal and its establishment is linked to the creation
of Kathmandu valley out of a primordial lake. The surroundings
of the Swoyambhunath are covered with small Chaityas &
monasteries as well as some Hindu temples. The National Museum
and the Museum of Natural History are situated at the foot of
the hill.
Kathmandu Durbar Square
This complex of palaces, courtyards and temples, built between
12th and 18th Centuries, used to be the seat of ancient Malla
Kings of Kathmandu. It is the place where kings of Nepal are
crowned and their coronations solemnized. An intriguing piece
here is the 17th century stone inscription set into the wall of
the palace with writings in 15 languages. Kumari Temple: Kumari
temple is the residence of the Living Goddess. Kumari, known as
Virgin Goddess has got some specialties, she must be chosen from
a typical Newari cast with no body marks & injuries & will be
replaced by another Kumari after puberty. Kasthamandap:
Kasthamandap is believed to be constructed from the wood of a
single tree in the sixteenth century. Situated near to the
Kumari Temple. The name Kathmandu was named after this temple.
Patan City:
Patan Durbar Square: Patan Durbar Square is an enchanting
melange of Palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful
pagoda temples. Listed as a World Heritage Site, the former
Royal Palace complex is the center of Patan's religious and
social life, and houses a museum containing an array of bronze
statues and religious monuments. One remarkable monument here is
17th century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna, built
entirely of stone. Tibetan Refugee Camp: This camp was set up in
1960 under the initiative of the International Red Cross & the
Swiss Development Corporation in corporation with HMG of Nepal.
Its main objective is to help the Tibetan Refugees to do
something nice & support themselves & some carpet industries &
handicrafts have been operating.
Day 05:
Drive to Pokhara.
After breakfast drive to Pokhara. A very scenic drive lasts for
about 6 hrs through the beautiful riverbanks & gorges.
Pokhara is the city of adventure. An enchanting city nestled in
a tranquil valley (827 m); it is the starting point for many of
Nepal's most popular trekking & rafting destination. Pokhara is
the second largest city of Nepal. There serenity of Phewa Lake
and the magnificent Mt. Fishtail rising behind it create an
ambience of peace & magic. At an elevation lower than Kathmandu,
it has much more typical feel to it, a fact well appreciated by
the diversity of flowers, which prosper in its environs. Indeed,
the valley surrounding Pokhara is home to thick forests, gushing
rivers, and emerald lakes and of course, the world famous views
of the Himalaya. The best & closer views of Annapurna Ranges &
Mt. Fishtail can be seen from here. Pokhara is well connected by
air & land with Kathmandu (200 km far & 30 minutes flight) as
well as by land with other major destinations of Nepal. The
major attractions of Pokhara city are: Phewa Lake, Barahi
Temple, Devin's fall, Bindabasini Temple, Seti George etc.
Day 06:
Drive Pokhara-Chitwan National
Park.
After breakfast, enjoy a pleasant boat ride in Phewa Lake
reflecting the panoramic views of Mt. Fishtail on its backdrop.
Then drive to Chitwan, about 5-hrs drive. Upon arrival at the
Lodge welcome & briefing by the naturalist. After Lunch, either
canoe or elephant ride.
Day 07: Chitwan National Park:
Whole day Jungle activities including Jungle walk, elephant
ride, canoe ride, village visit etc. Chitwan National Park is
the most famous national park in Nepal. Which offers 450 species
of birds including four species of deer, leopard, sloth bear,
wild boar & many other wildlife. This park is well known for one
horned Rhinoceros & it is a shelter for few Royal Bengal Tigers.
Besides this Chitwan also supports a great variety of flora &
fauna.
Day 08:
Chitwan - Kathmandu:
Early in the morning, after/tea coffee; set for the Jungle walk
& bird watching. After breakfast, drive to Kathmandu. The drive
from Chitwan to Kathmandu takes about 6 hours and the drive
passes through the beautiful valleys, bank of the river and
arrives in Kathmandu via Nag Dhunga pass(1800m).
Day 07:
Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Valley.
After breakfast set for the another day's sightseeing:
Boudhanath
This Stupa lies 6-km downtown Kathmandu. This colossal and
ancient Stupa, one of the biggest in the world, has the
all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. It was built in the fifth
century AD. It is built on an octagonal base inset with prayer
wheels. One can observe devotees chanting religious hymns &
playing with prayer wheels.
Pashupatinath Temple
Situated 5 km east on the bank of sacred Bagmati River, the
temple of Lord Shiva with two-tiered golden roof and silver
doors is famous for its superb architecture. Chronicles indicate
the temple's existence prior 400 AD. Devotees can be seen taking
ritual dips in the holy Bagmati River.
Bhaktapur City:
Durbar Square: As you walk in, you cannot but be overcome by a
feeling of inner harmony. Such is the art and architecture and
the special layout here. The 15th century Palace of 55 windows,
situated to the left as you enter through the city gate,
inspires admiration. The National Art Gallery is also situated
inside. The Palace Entrance, Golden Gate that is the entrance to
the main courtyard of the Palace of 55 windows, is masterpiece
in repousse art. In front of the palace building is a medley of
temples of various designs. There are temples like Batsala
Temple and the Shiva temple, the replica of Pashupatinath Temple
etc. Nyatapola Temple: This five-story pagoda was built in 1702
AD. Each story has pair of figures (two wrestlers, two
elephants, two lions, two griffins and goddess's tigress &
lioness). This temple is one of the tallest pagodas & famous for
its massive structure and subtle workmanship.
Day 08: Kathmandu/Delhi
After breakfast transfer to the airport to fly to Delhi. Arrival
assistance and refresh in one of the restaurant then depart to
airport to connect for onward Journey. |