Treasures of Nepal
Duration of this Trip 8 Days Priced From $3, 450 per person
Travel to Nepal. You can't truly experience a new culture until you've eaten at their table, and you're always welcome in Nepal. Come in, sit back and enjoy the tea, the warmth of the people, the cultural treasures and the dramatic landscapes that surround you in this most remote and beautiful country
At a Glance
Duration
8 DaysPriced From
$3, 450 per personDepartures
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Itinerary
Day 01. Arrival Kathmandu.
Day 02. Kathmandu.
Day 03. Kathmandu/Nagarkot.
Day 04. Nagarkot/Chitwan National Park
Day 05. Chitwan.
Day 06. Chitwan/Pokhara.
Day 07. Pokhara/Kathmandu
Day 08: Departure Kathmandu
Itinerary
Day 01. Kathmandu
Arrival in Kathmandu. There you will be met by our representative and will be transferred to the hotel. Accommodation. Welcome Dinner. Overnight.
Day 02. Kathmandu
This morning we'll explore Kathmandu and Swayambhunath. Visit Durbar Square which is one of three durbar (royal palace) squares in the Kathmandu Valley. It is the site of the Hanuman Dhoka Palace Complex, which was the royal Nepalese residence until the 19th century and where important ceremonies, such as the coronation of the Nepalese monarch, still take place today. The palace is decorated with elaborately-carved wooden windows and panels and houses the King Tribhuwan Memorial Museum, dedicated to the monarch who opened up Nepal to the outside world, and the Mahendra Museum, dedicated to his son, King Mahendra. Discover Swayambhunath, a World Heritage Site and it is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal. Sightseeing drive to Patan City which is located 15 minutes drive from Kathmandu. Lalitpur, the city of beauty is separated from Kathmandu only by the Bagmati River and is the second largest town in the valley. Patan's Central Durbar Square is absolutely packed with temples: Krishna Mandir , Golden Temple, Manga Hiti, Vishwanath Temple, Jagannarayan Temple are the masterpieces of Nepal architecture. Overnight.
Day 03. Kathmandu/Nagarkot
Half day sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath+Bodhnath and Bhaktapur. Pashupatinath, is the most important Hindu temple in Nepal, Bouddhanath is among the largest stupas in South Asia, and it has become the focal point of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. When refugees entered Nepal from Tibet in the 1950s, many of them decided to live around Bouddhanath. They established many gompas, and the "Little Tibet" of Nepal was born. This "Little Tibet" is still the best place in the Valley to observe Tibetan lifestyle. Monks walk about in maroon robes. Explore Bhaktapur Durbar Square which is a conglomeration of pagoda and shikhara style temples grouped around a fifty-five window palace of brick and wood. The square is one of the most charming architectural showpieces of the Valley as it highlights the ancient arts of Nepal. Afternoon drive to Nagarkot, situated about 35 km east of Kathmandu city, It is the nearest panoramic view point and from here one can see the beautiful view of the Himalayan peaks. Overnight in Nagarkot.
Day 04. Nagarkot/Chitwan National Park
(225 KMS – 6 HOUR DRIVE). This morning you will have sightseeing day drive ato Chitwan. Stopping by Trisuli River for photography. Overnight at Jungle Lodge.
Day 05. Chitwan, Jungle activities
Today you will have jungle activities which include jungle safari on elephant back, nature walks, jungle drive, canoeing and bird watching in the park having 360 sq. miles of tall grassland and thick forests. We will attempt to search out some of the elusive animals of the Terai, and with the skill of the fully will encounter the one horned Rhino, various types of deer, boar and leopard and if we are very fortunate the elusive tiger. Overnight at Jungle Lodge.
Day 06. Chitwan/Pokhara
Scenic drive to Pokhara (185 km) by surface. Upon arrival you will be accommodated at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07. Pokhara/Kathmandu
Half day sightseeing tour of Pokhara city. Pokhara, is a beautiful valley which is situated at a height of 2950 ft. with its rare combination of snow clad peaks among the highest in the world, crystal-clear lakes, stream and gorges, picturesque villages inhabited by friendly smiling Gurungs, Magars and other ethnic tribes. The scenery is breathtaking with excellent views of an overwhelmingly beautiful mountain range which includes the Dhaulagiri, The Annapurna I, II & III, Machha Puchhre or "Fish Tail", Lamjung Himal, Manaslu & Himalchuli. In Pokhara's immediate neighborhood are Tibetan villages. Visit Local Market, Bindebasini Temple, Mahendra cave, Phewa lake, Tibetan refugee Camp and Davis fall. Overnight at hotel.
Day 08: Kathmandu
You can enjoy your free time or take the tour with Everest Experience flight . Enjoy the beauty of the tallest mountains of this earth. No wonder mountain fly-bys have become a popular tourist attraction in Nepal. Four airlines offer regular forages into the snow-capped peaks of the Himalaya. Transfer to the International Airport . Departure
Land Tour Costs
From $3, 450 for 6-10 travelersSingle Supplement
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Trip Highlights
Discover the ancient shrines and temples of the Kathmandu Valley
Take an exciting elephant back safari in Royal Chitwan National Park and search for tigers
Visit fascinating Pokhara to experience the breathtaking views of the Himalayas
Explore cultural treasures and handicrafts of Nepalese people, enjoy the dance performance
Visited Countries
NepalVisited Cities & Places
Kathmandu, Nagarkot, Chitwan, PokharaSuggested Extensions
Reading Lists
Lindsay Brown, Trent Holden: "Nepal", Lonely Planet, 2012
Stephen Bezruchka, Olonzo Lyons: "Trekking Nepal" 2011
What's Included
- Visa support
- Ground Transportation (air-condititioned)
- English-speaking guides
- Hotel accommodation in double room
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Entrance fees to museums and monuments
What's Not Included
International Flights
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Visited Countries
NepalVisited Cities & Places
Kathmandu, Nagarkot, Chitwan, PokharaSuggested Extentions
Reading Lists
Lindsay Brown, Trent Holden: "Nepal", Lonely Planet, 2012
Stephen Bezruchka, Olonzo Lyons: "Trekking Nepal" 2011
Scheduled Departures
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