Arrival in Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu. Our representative will meet the group in the airport and escort to the Hotel. Since no activities are planned on day one, you can arrive at your own time. A briefing of the trip will be given by the tour guide.
This will be a six hour sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley. The places you will visit are as follows:
Bouddhanath
The Stupa of Bouddhanath lies 8 km east of Kathmandu. This ancient colossal Stupa is one of the biggest in the world, and the center of Tibetan Buddhism in the world.
Pashupati Nath Temple
Pashupatinath, the temple of Lord Shiva, with two tiered golden roof and silver door is considered one of the holiest shrines for Hindus. Although only Hindus are allowed inside the temple, visitors can clearly see the temple and the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River.
Swayambu
This is one of the world's most glorious Buddhist Stupa and is said to be 2,000 years old. Painted on the four sides of the spire's base are the all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. Swayambunath is situated in a hillock about 77m above the level of the Kathmandu Valley and hence commands an excellent view of the valley.
Kathmandu Durbar Square
It is the historic seat of royalty. The Durbar Square, with its old temples and palaces, epitomizes the religious and cultural life of the people. Interesting things to see here are the Taleju Temple, Temple of Kal Bhairav, Nine storied old Palace and the Temple of Kumari (Living Goddess). After Kathmandu Durbar Square sightseeing tour guide will bring you to the hotel visiting the old town in Kathmandu where local do the shopping for their everyday needs.
Early morning you will be transferred to the Airport for Mountain Flight. Fly to the Himalayas for one hour which will give you the opportunity to see all Mountain ranges include Mt. Everest.
Patan
After breakfast you will visit the ancient city of Patan, lying 5km southeast of Kathmandu is known as the city of fine arts. The city is full of Hindu temples and Buddhist monuments.
Bhaktapur
This town still retains a medieval charm and visitors to this ancient town are treated to myriad wonders of cultural and artistic achievements. Bhaktapur is famous for woodcarving, pottery and handicrafts.
Drive to Nagarkot
Nagarkot is a popular tourist destination of Nepal. It is situated 32km east of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2,175m above sea level. The panorama of the major mountain peaks of the eastern Nepal Himalaya including Mount Everest can be seen from here. We stay overnight in Nagarkot and enjoy the sunset and sunrise view.
Walk down to Changunarayan Temple for around 3 hours. Vehicles will be provided for those who do not like to trek. After sightseeing in Changunarayan Temple we drive back to Kathmandu.
The drive from Kathmandu to Chitwan takes around 5 hours. Beautiful scenery of the Mountains, rivers make this ride a wonderful one. Upon arrival in the lodge, lunch is served and afternoon is free to explore around.
Full day Jungle activities at Chitwan National Park like elephant ride, canoeing, village visit, Elephant breeding center visit.
After bird watching program in the morning we drive to Pokhara 5 hours. Afternoon is at leisure.
Early morning drive to Sarangkot for sunrise view. After breakfast we start our sightseeing tour of Pokhara City. 1 hour boating in Phewa Lake. Overnight in Pokhara.
As this day will be your last day in Kathmandu, you will have the time to explore the city and buy souvenirs. In the evening a cultural dinner together with cultural dance will be served.
Depending on your flight departure time you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home or you can extend your trip by joining our other programs.