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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 centre of adventure, Pokhara
and to the Nepal's southern Terai belt for jungle
safari. Pokhara is a place of remarkable natural
beauty. The serenity of Phewa Lake and the magnificence
of the fistailed summit of Mt. Machhapuchre rising
behind it create an ambience of peace and magic.
Clearly the most stunning of Pokhara's sights
is the spectacular panorama of the Annapurna range
which forms its backdrop. Royal Chitwan National
Park, the best park in Nepal for seeing animals
in wild, boasts of 450 species of birds including
four species of deer, leopard, sloth bear, wild
boar and many other wildlife. This park is well
known for one horned Rhinoceros and it is a shelter
for Royal Bengal Tigers. Besides this Chitwan
also supports a great variety of flora and fauna. |
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Itinerary: |
| Days |
Route |
| 01 |
Arrival
in 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. |
02 |
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. |
03 |
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. |
04 |
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. |
05 |
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. |
06 |
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). |
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 can
not 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. |
08 |
After breakfast
transfer to the airport to fly to onward
destination. |
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