Itinerary
KATHMANDU – CHITWAN NP – LUMBINI – TANSEN – POKHARA – BANDIPUR – NAGARKOT – KATHMANDU
DAY 01 – TRAVEL TO KATHMANDU
Fly today to Kathmandu with Qatar Airlines via Doha
DAY 02 – ARRIVE KATHMANDU – Tibet International
Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel, then at leisure to relax after your flight.
DAY 03 – KATHMANDU (B)
Optional Extra: Morning Mountain Flight with views of Mount Everest.
Full day tour of Kathmandu visiting Swoyambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and Patan Darbar Square.
This morning you will take a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu City.
DAY 04 – KATHMANDU TO CHITWAN (FB) – Tigerland Safari Resort
Drive to Chitwan (6 Hrs). On arrival, check-in at your hotel, the rest of the day is then at leisure.
DAY 05 – CHITWAN (FB)
Today enjoy various jungle activities like Elephant Safari, Elephant Bathing and Canoe ride in the Rapti River. (Elephants are not forced to take bath during the cold season/day).
DAY 06 – CHITWAN (FB)
Another full day to enjoy the Chitwan National Park by Jeep and Canoe
DAY 07 – CHITWAN TO LUMBINI (HB) – Buddha Maya Garden
Drive to Lumbini (3 Hrs). On arrival, check-in at your hotel. This afternoon visit Lumbini Sacred Garden
DAY 08 – LUMBINI (HB)
Enjoy Full day tour of Lumbini visiting Ashoka Pillar, Sacred Garden, Maya Devi Temple and Monasteries
DAY 09 – LUMBINI TO TANSEN (HB) – Hotel Srinagar
Drive to Tansen (2.5 Hrs). On arrival, check-in at your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure
DAY 10 – TANSEN TO POKHARA (B) – Temple Tree Resort and Spa
Drive to Pokhara (4 Hrs). On arrival, check-in at your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure.
DAY 11 – POKHARA (B)
Early morning, enjoy the sunrise from Sarangkot. Later visit Devis fall and Gupteshwor Cave.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride (1 Hr) in Phewa River
DAY 12 – POKHARA TO BANDIPUR (HB) – The Old Inn
Drive to Bandipur (2.5 Hrs. On arrival, check-in at your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure to relax or explore around the Bandipur village and Bazaar.
DAY 13 – BANDIPUR (HB)
The day is at leisure
DAY 14 – BANDIPUR TO NAGARKOT (B) – Club Himalaya
Drive to Nagarkot (5 Hrs). On arrival, check-in at your hotel, then at leisure.
DAY 15 – NAGARKOT (B)
Leisure day to take some local walks
DAY 16 – NAGARKOT TO BHAKTAPUR (B) – Hotel Heritage
After breakfast, you will be driven to Bhaktapur and visit the Bhaktapur Durbar Square
DAY 17 – BHAKTAPUR TO KATHMANDU (B) – Tibet International
Morning at leisure then later drive to Kathmandu (1 hr). On arrival at leisure for some last-minute shopping or just relax before flying home tomorrow.
DAY 18 – KATHMANDU HOMEBOUND OR ONWARDS (B)
Today Nepal bids you farewell with your transfer to the International for your homebound flight via Doha with Qatar airlines.
Kathmandu, Nepal Tourism & Vacations 2016
Special Value
- International flights included
- Private arrival and departure transfers
- Private car & driver for all road transfers, with accompanying guide throughout your tour
- Snack Hamper, with juice and water in your private car
- Meals as per itinerary (B = breakfast) (HB = breakfast, lunch or dinner) (FB = breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- Private sightseeing in all major cities
- Entrances to all monument and places of interest included
- Full day sightseeing of Kathmandu
- Jungle activities in Chitwan National Park like Elephant Safari, Elephant Bathing and Canoe ride in the Rapti River
- Visit Tharu Village in Chitwan on Ox Cart
- Full day sightseeing of Lumbini
- Full day sightseeing of Pokhara
- Boat ride (01 Hr) on Phewa River
Our Tour features the following locations
KATHMANDU: The capital of the ancient mountain kingdom of Nepal, Kathmandu has the air of a medieval city including a labyrinth of narrow streets, wooden temples and beautifully decorated palaces. In the background, there is often a gentle sound of cymbals and the markets are a rich blend of colours and aromas. Only in the 1950s was Nepal opened up to visitors and today there is a thorough mixture of modern technology and traditional lifestyles making the city a fascinating place to visit. Nepal needs tourist numbers to increase to levels before the fatal earthquake, so support Nepal, contact us to advise a bespoke tour for you.
CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK: Chitwan is one of the finest national parks in Asia, renowned for its concentration of wildlife and top class tourist lodges, which provide the opportunity to see animals in their natural habitat. Chitwan, which means the ‘heart of the jungle, ’ is amongst the last surviving example of the continuous band of forests and grasslands, which once extended from the Indus River in Pakistan to the Burmese border. Chitwan National Park is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site (natural) list. Visitors to Chitwan may enjoy elephant back excursions, nature walks, canoe trips and jungle treks. There are several authorised agencies to organise such safaris. Visitors may also take a river raft.
LUMBINI: Lumbini, the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautam. The Shakya prince and the ultimate Buddha, the Enlightened One, is the pilgrimage destination of the world’s millions of people faithful to all schools of Buddhism. UNESCO lists this nativity site, identified by Indian Emperor Ashoka’s commemorative pillar as a World Heritage Site. The main attraction of Lumbini remains the Sacred Garden which spread over 8sq km, possessing all the treasures of the historic area. The Mayadevi temple is the main attraction for pilgrims and archaeologists alike. Here we find a bas relief of Mayadevi, Lord Buddha’s mother giving birth to him.
TANSEN: A Beautiful Hill Station in the western part of Nepal, Tansen is amongst a few towns outside the capital which bear a rich legacy of the traditional art and architecture, the town is also known for its Ginger production. Perched on the lap of the spectacular Srinagar Hill, Tansen commands a gorgeous panorama of the Himalayas as well as the plains of Terai. Located at an elevation of 1310 metres, Tansen is a pleasant place to visit during any season of the year. Tansen is famous for various kinds of handicrafts, textile and organic coffee. Karuwa, a water jug made of bronze, typical Nepali cap & shawl made of Dhaka textile are legendary souvenirs from Tansen.
POKHARA: Pokhara, an enchanting city, nestled in the tranquil valley (827m), is the starting point for many of Nepal’s most popular trekking and rafting destinations. The serenity of Phewa Lake and the magnificence of the fish trail summit of Machachhapuchhre (6,977m) rising behind it create an ambience of peace and magic. The valley surrounding Pokhara is home to thick forests, gushing rivers, clear lakes and the world famous views of the Himalaya. Situated 200 km west of Kathmandu, Pokhara is connected by air as well as by road from Kathmandu and Bhairawa, a border town near India. Pokhara offers magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machchhapuchhre, five peaks of Annapurna and others.
BANDIPUR: Bandipur, a beautiful town untouched by modernisation, was once part of the trade route to between India and Tibet until bypassed by the Prithvi Hwy in the 1960s. Located on a ridge 1,000 metres high, with wonderful views of the Himalayas and the Marsyanngdi river valley. Witness daily Nepalese Newari culture and their life, and explore the numerous temples. A good point to break your journey between Kathmandu and Pokhara.
NAGARKOT: Nagarkot is a village located 32 km east of Kathmandu in the Bhaktapur District. At an elevation of 2,195 meters, it is considered one of the most scenic spots. It is renowned for its sunrise view of the Himalaya including Mount Everest as well as other snow-capped peaks of the Himalayan range of eastern Nepal. Nagarkot also offers a panoramic view of the Kathmandu.
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