Day 1: Kathmandu Arrival
As your aircraft lands in Tribhuwan International Airport
our representative will receive you and help you to transfer into the hotel of
your choice. Kathmandu is known for its vast unwrapped display of arts and
architecture in its temples, shrines and palaces which is second to none. Apart
from the temples and hustle and bustle of the city Kathmandu too offers the
awe-inspiring Himalayan vista in its north.
Day 2: Kathmandu
valley sightseeing
We will start the trip by visiting Swoyambhunath which is
located in the hilltop overlooking Kathmandu. Also known as the monkey temple
it is famous for its whitewashed stupas and fine blend of Hindu and Buddhist
religion. From here we will head towards Kathmandu Durbar Square which has
number of interesting pagodas and Indian style temples. Kathmandu Durbar Square
is also the historic seat of Nepalese royalty. Here we will visit Kastamandap
Temple (a temple rumored to be constructed from the wood of single tree),
Taleju temple, statue of Kal Vairab, Basantapur palace and Kumari Temple
(residence of living goddess Kumari).From here we will visit Boudhanath Stupa
which is located 8km east of Kathmandu. Boudhanath stupa is dome shaped
monument representing the mind of Buddha and pilgrimage destination for Tantric
Buddha. In the afternoon we will drive towards Bhaktapur Durbar Square which is
the home of medieval art and architecture. The main square contains innumerable
temple and other architectural showpieces like Lion Gate, statue to King
Bhupatindra Malla, Golden Gate, iuand the palace with 55windows, Batsaka Temple
and the bell of barking dogs.
Day 3: Enjoy
Kathmandu
We will start the day quite early in the morning by boarding
a scenic flight over the Himalayas and enjoy the stunning views of Everest
along with other world’s highest peaks. After this we will drive back to hotel,
have lunch and commence a drive towards the historical city of Kirtipur. Kirtipur
is one of the oldest towns in the Kathmandu valley. a Buddhist Bihar has been
made in Kirtipur, which consists of miniature sites representing Lumbini(
birthplace of Buddha), Bodhgaya( where Buddha got enlightenment),Saranath(
where Buddha gave his first teaching) and Kushinagar( where Buddha died). Drive
back to Kathmandu for overnight stay.
Day 4: Drive to
Chitwan
Early in the morning after having breakfast we will leave Kathmandu behind us
and drive for Chitwan National Park. After checking into the hotel we will meet
with the tour guide and discuss about the programs. In the evening we will have
a short a Tharu village tour and we will end the day by witnessing a awesome
view of setting sun from Budi Rapti River
Day 5: Explore
Chitwan National Park
Chitwan National Park before used to be a royal hunting
reserve situated in the lowland of Terai zone in southern Nepal. It provides an
habitat to an extraordinary range of world’s rarest wild animals and native and
migratory birds. We will start the tour with bird watching, followed by jungle
safari on elephant back and canoe ride. In the evening we will enjoy the Tharu
cultural show.
Day 6: Drive to
Pokhara
After having breakfast we will drive through the beautiful
landscape, paddy farms, pristine rivers and small hamlets to the Lake City of
Pokhara. Pokhara is the scenically thrilling city with beautiful lakes and
offering the astonishing view of Annapurna massif. Upon arrival to Pokhara we
will check in to the hotel. After a short rest we will go for 1hour boating at
Fewa Lake which is located within the walking distance from the hotel.
Day 7: Drive to
Sarankot and back to Pokhara
We will wake up very early in the morning and drive to
Sarankot to see sunrise over the magnificently snowcapped Himalayas. Sarankot
situated in the altitude of 1500m from the sea level gives you an option of
paragliding over the lake city. Later we will drive back to hotel and have
breakfast. After breakfast we will set off for city tour and visit places like
David’s fall, Gupteshwor cave and Tibetan refugee camp. Stay overnight at hotel
in Pokhara.
Day 8: Fly to
Kathmandu
Early in the morning we will fly back to Kathmandu. The
afternoon is free; you can occupy yourself either by doing some family
shopping, roaming around the streets of Thamel or just relax and pamper
yourself in the hotel.
Day 9: Farewell
You will be transferred to Tribhuwan International airport
for your onward journey