Discover Nepal

Arrive Kathmandu. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to hotel. Later sightseeing of Swayambhu and Kathmandu. The Kathmandu Valley has an exotic setting. It is surrounded by a tier of green mountain wall above which tower mighty snow-capped peaks.The history of the Valley,according to the legends,begins with Swayambhu,or the "the self existent".Swayambhu is,perhaps, the best place to observe the religious harmony in Nepal. The stupa is among the most ancient in this part of the world.The largest image of the Sakyamuni Buddha Nepal is in a monastry next to the stupa.

Kathmandu - Morning sightseeing of Changu Narayan. Changu Narayan Temple is the most ancient temple in the Kathmandu valley. A fifth century stone inscription, the oldest to be discovered in Nepal, is located in the temple compound. The temple, built around the third century, is decorated by some of the best samples of stone,wood and metal craft in the Valley. Later sightseeing of Pashupatinath and Boudha The Pashupati is the holiest Hindu pilgrimage destination in Nepal. There are linga images of Shiva along with statues, shrines and temples dedicated to other deities in the complex. Bouddhanath is among the largest stupas in South Asia & it has become the focal point of Tibetian Buddhism in Nepal.The white mound looms 36 meters overhead. Later sightseeing of Patan, an ancient city situated on the southern bank of the river Bagmati and is about 5 kms southeast of Kathmandu. The city is full of Budhist monuments & Hindu temples with fine bronze gateways, guardian deities and wonderful carvings.

Kathmandu / Pokhara - Transfer from Kathmandu to Pokhara by private vehicle.

Camp - Early morning transfer to trek starting point. The country's mountainous and terrai regions offer some of the most spectacular trekking in the world. These treks also give you a chance to mix with the local people and get an insight into their livelihood and culture. A day full of trekking & spending overnight in tents after that is an experience to remember.

Pokhara-Half day of trekking and later transfer to Pokhara.Later in the afternoon visit the beautiful Lake Phewa Tal,which is the second largest lake in the kingdom.

Pokhara/Chitwan - Morning transfer from Pokhara to Chitwan by road. Evening visit to the jungle to see the wildlife. Later check-in at Safari Narayani Lodge.

Chitwan-A day full of jungle activities.Among the 14 national parks and wildlife reserves in the Kingdom, the Royal Chitwan Park is the most popular safari destination.More than 43 species of animals are found in Chitwan.The endangered one-horned rhino,Royal Bengal tiger, Gharial crocodile,four-horned antelope,striped hyena & the Gangetic dolphin are the main attractions.Many adventurers also choose to go down to Chitwan by raft. A jungle safari is an experience you will remember for a long time.

Chitwan / Kathmandu - Morning transfer from Chitwan to Kathmandu.

Kathmandu - Full day free for shopping and leisure.

Kathmandu - Sightseeing of Dakshinkali and Chobhar. The temple at Dakshinkali is dedicated to the ferocious goddess who has much energy and power. It is said that she gives strong will power and energy to those who come to her and she loves sacrifices. The lake Chobhar is said to have originated when Manjushri cut a deep gorge in the wall of a huge lake to let the water out in order to observe & worship the lotus which was emanating bright light at the centre. The bed of the lake became Kathmandu Valley and the place where he cut the lake is said to be Chobhar. An intricate cave is located there as well. Evening sightseeing of Patan. The ancient city of Patan is situated on the southern bank of the river Bagmati and is about 5 kms southest of Kathmandu. The city is full of Buddhist monuments & Hindu temples. It is also known as the city of artists. Lalitpur, "the city of beauty", is another name for Patan.

Kathmandu-Excursion to Nagarkot. At a height of 2,099 mtr above sea level, the hill top is visited for viewing beautiful sunrises and sunsets & the visitors take delight in the layout of the Kathmandu Valley below. Later sightseeing of Bhaktapur and Thimi. Bhaktapur means "the city of devotees" in the Sanskrit language. It is also known as Bhadgaon. The palace complex in the middle of the city potrays the prosperity of the Malla years and the details at which the craftspeople then worked.The palace of fifty-five windows stands in the square and it was home to many kings of Bhaktapur. It is perhaps the most popular of the three Newar towns of the Kathmandu Valley. Evening at leisure.

Kathmandu / Dhulikhel - Morning excursion to Namo Buddha and onto Dhulikhel for overnight stay.

Dhulikhel / Kathmandu Morning transfer from Dhulikhel to Kathmandu. Rest of the at leisure.

Kathmandu Meeting and assistance to the airport for return flight.