A trip that gives you an opportunity
to explore temples and shrines of historical and
archaeological interests in the medieval towns of
Kathmandu valley where you will view sights that
will take you back almost 300 years in time, where
feudalism ruled the day until a single man called
Prithvi Narayan Shah thought differently and unified
a whole nation. Added to this will be a blitz into
Nepal's exotic wildlife at the Chitwan National
park. You will get to see the massive one-horned
rhino, light-footed deer, an elephant breeding centre
and the elusive tiger napping in the shade.
After this trip in the wild,
you will drive to Pokhara through a lush, green
highway where from the windows of your vehicle,
your eyes will behold snowy mountain landscapes
and in the course of your drive, you will pass through
little hamlets and villages on the way that will
give you some deep insights into Nepal's rural lifestyles;
till you finally reach Pokhara is a beautiful city
and one of the most famous tourist destinations.
Lying 200 km away from Kathmandu, Pokhara is overlooked
by the beautiful Annapurna Ranges and spectacular
snow-capped mountains. During the course of this
trip, you will be guided to the most popular places
in Pokhara like Phewa Lake, Begnas Lake, Rupa Lake,
Mahendra Gupha, the Davis Fall, the gorge of the
Seti River, etc. Your next destination is Muktinath.
It is Hindu pilgrimage places to go there you have
to use flight to Jomsom and then hike to Muktinath
from Jomsom or use pony and Motorcycle.
ITINERARY:
Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu
It is a panoramic thrill flying into Kathmandu on
a clear day. The views of snow-capped mountain peaks
sprawling down below you are almost ecstatic, beginning
a whole chain of memorable experiences that stay
with you for a long, long time. A representative
and driver from our office will meet you at the
airport and escort you to your hotel. The representative
will help you check into your designated hotel.
At the hotel you will be briefed about your daily
activities.
Day 2 Sightseeing around Kathmandu
After an early breakfast, you are ready to do sightseeing
tour in 4 major places in Kathmandu - Swoyambhunath
(Monkey temple), Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, and
Kathmandu durbar squire. We begin today's sightseeing
tour with a visit to Swoyambhunath a 2500-year old
site where, it is believed, the Radiant Lotus of
the valley-mythology, settled when the water was
drained by Manjushri, the god of Wisdom. The 5 dhyani
Buddha's attended by their consorts are enshrined
at the base of the stupa. (Non-Hindus are not allowed
inside Swayambhunath temple) then continues tour
into Boudhanath it is the world,s largest stupa
and of Tibetan Buddhist Culture in Nepal. Antique
shops where you can buy things of your interest
relating to Buddhist surrounded the monastery. After
Boudhanath your next spot is The Pashupatinath temple
stands along the side of Bagmati River. It is the
holiest Temple for Hindus. Many people from different
part of Asia visit this Temple. Temple dedicated
to lord Shiva, is also a site for Hindu cremation.
During the festival Shiva Ratri temple crowed by
devotees. Afternoon visit Kathmandu durbar squire,
Hanuman Dhoka, the ancient royal residential quarter,
Mahadev and Parvati Temple, Machhender Bahl-holy
place for the Buddhists and Hindus, Temple House
of Kumari, the vestal virgin or the living goddess.
Walk around the local bazaars then drive to Hotel.
Day 3 Sightseeing tour around
Bhaktapur & Patan
After breakfast we take you to Bhaktapur old durbar
squire where you will witness unique culture and
finest display of craftsmanship. Bhaktapur is the
only place in Nepal which has remained untouched
by western culture. Lion Gate, Golden Gate, Art
Gallery, Statue of King Bhupatindra, Nyatapola Temple
and fifty-five windowed Malla Palace are the living
prides of Bhaktapur and you will tour around all
these places and drive you to Patan durbar squire
to explore Patan Durbar Square, Mahaboudha Temple,
Kumbeshwor temple, Krishna Temple, Golden Temple
and many other places of Patan, you feel as if Patan
has been unveiled before you as an open museum showcasing
intricately carved windows, intrinsic roof struts,
statues of gods and goddesses, temples designed
in pagoda style with erotic carvings and repoussé
metalwork facades and many other exquisite facets.
You will also get to see handicraft centre in Patan
then drive you to Hotel.
Day 4 Kathmandu - Chitwan
Early morning, drive to Chitwan and transfer to
hotel. Welcome drinks served upon check in at Chitwan
hotel. Evening Tharu Cultural Dance show. You will
have good dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5 Chitwan
Morning: Breakfast. Canoe ride in the Rapti River,
(an good opportunity to see Bird and two rare species
of crocodiles; Marsh Mugger as well as fish eating
Gharial.) Jungle Walk and visit elephant bathing
center. Afternoon: Lunch. Elephant Safari (an opportunity
to see four different kinds of deer, rhinoceros,
wild boar, monkey, leopard, sloth bear also you
will also encounter many other smaller mammals that
have made Chitwan their home.) Evening: Sun set
view from the bank of Rapti River, slight show or
culture program. Night: Dinner and overnight at
hotel.
Day 6 Chitwan - Pokhara
After breakfast, visit to the Government Elephant
Breeding Centre or extra jungle activities then
drive to Pokhara. After noon around 2 pm you arrive
in Pokhara. You can refresh and do some shopping
or relax in hotel
Day 7 Sightseeing in Pokhara
Valley
After breakfast the sightseeing starts inside the
valley of Pokhara. The Nepal Tours & Travels are as
follows: Old bazzar of Pokhara city, Bindhayabasini
temple, Seti George, Buddhist monastery, Pokhara
regional museum which displays the traditional things
of western Nepal, Devis Fall, Gupteshwor Cave, Tibetan
refusee camp, Barahi temple which lies in the central
part of the lake Fewa etc.
Day 8 Sarankot, Peace stupa and
boating at Fewa Lake
Today you will wake up early in morning to go to
Sarankot which is very famous viewpoint for sunrise
and sunset. On the other hand it is popular spot
to view the gigantic and snowcapped Annapurna and
Dhaulagiri ranges. It is nearly 1 hour drive to
go and back. Then, in the afternoon visit to Peace
Stupa, nearly one and half hour hiking to the top
then descend to the lake Fewa for boating.
Day 9 Pokhara - Jomsom - Kagbeni
You take the early morning flight which again will
give close-up views of the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri
and nearby satellites, 25 minutes flight in a small
aircraft. From Jomsom you will have pony ride to
Kagbeni (2800m), check in Hotel and take a Lunch
and do sightseeing around Kagbeni and relax at Teahouse/Lodge
Day 10 Kagbeni - Muktinath
After breakfast you are heading up to Muktinath
by pony ride, you can enjoy beautiful deserted landscape,
Caves, old Tibetan Style Villages, apple Garden,
Yaks Herds, Sheep Herds and so on. After reaching
in Muktinath Teahouse/lodge check you will have
lunch and visit pilgrim places Muktinath temple
and return to lodge.
Day 11 Muktinath to Jomsom
After breakfast, Pony ride begin the descent down
the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge, initially through
arid country in the same geographical and climatic
zone as Tibet. After passing through Jharkot and
Khingar, villages with typical Tibetan architecture,
you follow the valley floor most of the way to Jomsom.
Jomsom is sprawled along both banks of the Kali
Gandaki and from here there are fine views of the
Himalayas. Check in hotel and relax in Hotel
Day 12 Jomsom - Pokhara
After breakfast, you will flight back to Pokhara
then transfer to Hotel, check in hotel. Afternoon
you are free in Pokhara do your own activities
Day 13 Pokhara - Kathmandu
After breakfast, you will drive back to Kathmandu.
After reaching Kathmandu, you can spend the rest
of the day for relaxing or shopping
Day 14 Depart Kathmandu End of
our services with departure transfer to the Kathmandu
airport to board flight for your onward destination
Sightseeing Cost Inclusions
• Airport transfers, welcome upon arrival
and departure after completion of trips.
• Welcome dinner classic Nepali cousin place
and farewell dinner
• Comfortable, private transportation Cars,
Land Rovers, Land Cruisers, 4W drive, mini bus and
tourist bus as group size
• Quality accommodation on Guest house or
lodge B/B plan as tour itinerary
• 4 Star accommodations in Kathmandu with
B/B Plan
• government license Holder Sightseeing guide
English Speaking or any Language as per itinerary
• Temple, monastery and national park entry
permit as per itinerary
• 10 % VAT and 13% TSC Taxes
Sightseeing Cost Exclusions
• International airfare to/from home city
and international Airport departure taxes
• Domestic flights & domestic airport
taxes as per itinerary
• Excess baggage charges
• Meal, Lunch and Dinner
• Nepal entry visa costs (~$30.00) and visa
extension fees (three days transit visa you will
get free upon arrival)
• Travel, trek and expedition medical and
evacuation insurance
• Emergency evacuation charges, if required
• Personal expenses (e.g. phone calls, laundry,
alcohol, soft drinks, bottled water, souvenirs,
etc.)
• Tips
• Any loss due to unforeseen circumstances
such as flight delays, road blockage due to landslide,
etc the over come expenses need to take care travelers
themselves