LIVING LEGEND OF NEPAL
 
8NTS/9DAYS - KATHMANDU/ DHULIKHEL / POKHARA / CHITWAN Rates on request

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Day 01 Kathmandu Upon arrival, meet and assist at the airport by our representative and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 02 In and around Kathmandu AM: Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu city the capital of the Kingdom of Nepal, and Swayambhunath. Here you will visit the temple of the Living Goddess, who acknowledges the greetings of the devotees from the balcony of her temple residence, Kasthamandap and Durbar Square with it's array of temples overlooked by the ancient Hanuman Dhoka Palace. Swayambhunath, the Buddhist stupa is said to be 2000 years old. PM: Sightseeing tour of Patan city, 5 km away from Kathmandu city. It is the city of fine arts, enclosed within 4 stupas said to be built in 3rd century AD, by Emperor Ashoka. Overnight  in Kathmandu.

Day 03   Kathmandu–Dhulikhel AM: visit Pasupatinath and Boudhnath In Pashupatinath you can see famous Lord Shiva Temple and Hindu cremation ground. You are not allowed to go inside the temple as it is strictly for Hindus only, but you can clearly see the temple and the activities from the eastern bank of the Bagmati river. Later visit Boudhnath, the 2500 years old Buddhist stupa in the Valley built in 5th century. Transfer from Kathmandu to Dhulikhel  by surface visiting Bhadgaon on the way. Bhadgaon is known as Bhaktapur meaning the city of devotees. The Nyatapola Temple built by King Bhupatindra Malla, is the best example of Pagoda style temples. Thirty Kms east from Kathmandu lies Dhulikhel, an ancient town famous for its scenic beauty and the traditional lifestyle of its people.  From here one can have a complete panoramic view of the snowy ranges from Karyolung in the east to Himalchuli in the west. Check into your hotel. Overnight in Dhulikhel

Day 04   Dhulikhel-Pokhara After breakfast drive to the lakeside resort valley of Pokhara. From here see Mt. Annapurna (8091m), Fishtail (6994m), Dhaulagiri (8167m) and Himalchuli (7893m).  This is also an ideal place for outdoor activities such as swimming, boating on the Phewa lake, pony treks, short hikes and mountain cycling. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05   In Pokhara In the morning go on a half day Pokhara city tour. This beautiful valley is situated at a height of 2950 ft. and has snow clad peaks, crystal-clear lakes, stream and gorges and picturesque villages inhabited by friendly smiling Gurungs, Magars and other ethnic tribes. One of the most popular excursions is to paddle out the little island offshore from lakeside, on which there is a small temple. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06   Pokhara–Chitwan After breakfast drive to Royal Chitwan National Park, 165 kms south west of Kathmandu. Upon arrival at your hotel, you will be briefed about the programs and camp facilities by the Guest Relations Officer.  Dinner and Overnight at Chitwan.

Day 07   Chitwan After breakfast, full day jungle activities include jungle safari on elephant back, nature walks, jungle drive by Land Rover, canoeing and bird watching in the park, which is 360 sq. miles of tall grassland and thick forests.  The two prized animals of the Chitwan Park are the Royal Bengal Tiger and the great one horned Rhinoceros.  Other wild animals you can see are Leopard, Gaur, Sloth bear Wild boar, Sambar deer, Spotted Deer, Hog Deer, etc and over 400identified species of birds. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Chitwan.

Day 08   Chitwan–Kathmandu Transfer from Chitwan to Kathmandu by surface.  Upon arrival at Kathmandu check into your hotel.  Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 09 Overseas After breakfast day is free at leisure. Later transfer from hotel to airport for your onward flight.

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