Discover Nepal, Nepal
Sample Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrive Kathmandu
Upon arrival at the International airport, you will meet/Assist by our representative & then transfer to the hotel. The city of Kathmandu is located on a bluff at the confluence of the Bagmati and Vishnumati Rivers – an easily defended site with rich soil and a plentiful water supply.
Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu
DAY 2
IN KATHMANDU
Breakfast: In hotel
AM: Half day tour of Kathmandu City & Swayambhunath
PM: Half day tour of Patan City
Swayambhunath: The most ancient and enigmatic of the Valley’s holy shrines the golden-spired stupa of Swayambhunath tops a wooded hillock. Records of its history date as far as the 5th century, but its origins are believed to be older. It is the Kathmandu Valley’s most sacred Buddhist shrine and whilst its worshippers include the Vajrayana Buddhists of northern Nepal and Tibet, Newari Buddhists are the most fervent devotees.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Patan Durbar Square
Patan: Patan, the ancient city, once a kingdom in itself, is situated across the Bagmati River to the south of Kathmandu. Patan Durbar Square offers the finest display of Newari urban architecture in Nepal. There are temples devoted to Shiva, Krishna, Ganesh and Vishnu all actively visited by residents and visitors. At the northern end of the square the ancient sunken water tap has been restored and is still in use with young girls filling huge jugs from the carved stone waterspouts. The courtyards of the Royal Palace with their ornamented windows, columned arcades, shrines and sunken royal bath are amongst the loveliest in all Kathmandu.
Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu
DAY 3
DRIVE KATHMANDU / CHITWAN (APPROX 176 KM & 05/06 HRS DRIVE)
Breakfast: In hotel
Drive to Chitwan from Kathmandu. After arrival in Chitwan, you will transfer to the hotel.
Chitwan National Park is one of Asia’s riches and the most spectacular National Park. It is situated 75 air miles southwest of Kathmandu. Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the world’s remaining jungles. Here, you will discover a lost world of towering trees and twisting vines, of pre-historic rhinos and lumbering elephants, of crocodiles, pythons and deer, of brilliantly colored birds and if you are fortunate – the superb Royal Bengal Tiger.
Lunch at resort
Rest of the day Jungle activities
Dinner and overnight at Resort in Chitwan
DAY 4
IN CHITWAN
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner: In Resort
Full day Jungle activities
Dinner and overnight at Resort in Chitwan
DAY 5
DRIVE CHITWAN / POKHARA: APPROX 180 KM / 04-05 HRS DRIVE
Breakfast: In Resort
After breakfast drive to Pokhara and then transfer to the hotel.
Pokhara is a place of remarkable natural beauty. The enchanting city has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. The serenity of the lakes and the magnificence of the Himalaya rising behind them create the ambience that has made Pokhara such a popular place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Tourism focuses on the districts of Damside and Lakeside (or Pardi and Baidam, in Nepali, respectively). These two areas, packed with hotels and restaurants, are a few kilometers southwest of the main Pokhara bazaar.
Overnight at hotel in Pokhara
DAY 6
IN POKHARA
Breakfast: In hotel
Early morning excursion trip to Sarangkot to view sunrise over Himalaya (Subject to weather condition)
From Pokhara, Sarangkot is the most popular tourist destination from where the tourist can enjoy the great view of the Pokhara valley and the magnificent view of the mountains. Sarangkot is only 5 km from Lake Side. Sarangkot is the highest view point for a sunrise and it is just 1592m high. Sarangkot is 5 degrees cooler than Pokhara. Later sightseeing tour of Pokhara city;
Devi’s Fall: Locally known as Patale Chango (Hell’s Falls) also know as Devin’s and David’s is a lovely Waterfall is about 2 km south West of Pokhara airport on the Siddhartha Highway. Legend has it that a trekker by the name of Davy was washed away by the Padi Khola and mysteriously disappeared down into an underground passage beneath the fall.
Gupteshwor Cave: Gupteshwor Gupha, a sacred cave, lies 2 km from Pokhara airport on the Siddhartha Highway leading southwest from the city. The entrance is right across from Devi’s fall and the cave is almost 3 km long. It has some big hall-size rooms and some passages where you have to crawl on all fours. This cave holds special value for Hindus since a phallic symbol of Lord Shiva is preserved here in the condition it was discovered. An entrance fee of Rs. 5 is charged and taking pictures inside the cave is prohibited.
The Old Bazaar + Bindhyabasini Temple : Pokhara’s traditional bazaar is colorful and so are its ethnically diverse traders. In its temples and monuments can be seen ties to the old Newar Architecture of the Kathmandu valley, Located about 4 km from Lakeside, the market S original charm is still evident. This area is strewn with shops selling commodities ranging from edibles to and cloth to cosmetics and gold is a pleasant and shady spot to stroll around.
The old Bazaar is also home to one of Pokhara’s most important shrines. Locally called the Bindhyabasini Mandir, this white dome- like structure dominates a spacious stone – paved courtyard built atop a shady hillock. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagawati, yet another manifestation of Shakti. The park – like grounds offers a fine picnic area, and on Saturdays, and Tuesdays when devotees flock there to offer sacrifices, it takes on a festive flavor.
Overnight at hotel in Pokhara
DAY 7
DRIVE POKHARA / KATHMANDU (APPROX 210 KM & 06/07 HRS DRIVE)
Breakfast: In hotel
After breakfast drive back to Kathmandu and then transfer to the hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure
Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
DAY 8
DEPART KATHMANDU
Breakfast: In hotel
AM: Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath and Boudhnath
Pashupatinath: situated approx. 4 km east of Kathmandu city, Pashupatinath temple is one of the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated, amidst a lush green natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, the temple built in pagoda style has gilted roof and richly carved silver doors. Visitors will be permitted to view the temple from the east bank of river Bagmati, entrance in the temple being strictly forbidden to all non Hindus. Pashupatinath is the centre of annual pilgrimage on the day of Shivratri which falls in the month of February/March. Behind the temple are the cremation grounds.
Boudhanath: This stupa, approx. 7 km east of Kathmandu city is one of the biggest in the world of its kind. It stands with four pairs of eyes in the four cardinal direction keeping watch for righteous behavior and human prosperity. This Buddhist stupa was built by King Man Deva at the advice of Goddess Mani Jogini. It is built on an octagonal base inset with prayer wheels. The shrine is ringed by houses of Lamas or Buddhist priests
Departure transfer to airport to board the flight for onward journey
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