Taste Of Nepal Tour

11 Days
Guest: 2+

Overview

Explore the cultural treasures of Kathmandu, capital and largest city of Nepal-immerse yourself in the vibrant array of bustling streets, incomparable historic buildings and heritage, exquisite temples and religious sites. The ancient cities of Kathmandu Valley include Patan and Bhaktapur with evocative palace squares.

We continue the tour to the natural beauty of Chitwan National Park, a rich habitat for a wide range of wildlife including tigers, rhinoceroses and elephants. The park is home to more than 450 species of birds. The next stop is Lumbini, birthplace of Buddha. Lumbini is a major pilgrimage destination and we visit historical sites and elaborate temples from around the world.

Our tour continues to the lakeside city of Pokhara and its spectacular beauty. Pokhara has the backdrop of a towering Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Peak) and an unbeatable sunrise view of the Himalaya from the ridge top of Sarangkot.

Tour Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu

You will be greeted by our representative at the arrival area and provided hotel transfer. Free time until dinner. In the evening, we will visit a traditional Nepalese restaurant for a fine meal accompanied by folk music and a cultural program.

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour

Guided tour of Kathmandu valley’s main attractions including UNESCO World Heritage Sites of historical and religious importance. The tour includes Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambunath (The Monkey Temple) and Boudddhanath, one of the largest Buddhist shrines in the world and a major pilgrimage destination.

Day 03: Drive to Chitwan

Take an early morning breakfast before a drive to Chitwan. Hotel check in and refreshments before an introduction to the park and its wildlife. After the briefing visit an elephant breeding center and take a village walk before an evening dinner with cultural program.

Day 04: Wildlife Safari

Another early morning breakfast before our jungle excursion on the back of an elephant ! Later we enjoy the sights for a canoe ride and then complete the experience with a jungle walk. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05: Morning activities and drive to Lumbini

Early morning bird watching tour and then breakfast followed by departure drive to Lumbini. We will visit the sacred location where Princess Maya Devi gave birth to Buddha and various exquisitely built, international monasteries.

Day 06: Drive to Tansen

Experience the early morning alms rounds of the monks and prayer ceremonies before breakfast and drive to Tansen in Palapa district. In the past Tansen was on the trade route between the plains and the hills. The former capital of the Magar Kingdom of Tanahun is a romantic medieval hill town, perched high above the Kali Gandaki River. It’s narrow, winding streets are full of Newari shop-houses and temples and most of the centre is too steep for vehicles making it a pleasant places to explore for a few hours.

Day 07: Morning Activities and drive to Pokhara

After breakfast we departure to Pokhara by way of a scenic river valley. Evening explore the surrounding lakeside and shopping areas. In the evening (or the following morning) we can drive to the ridge top of village of Sarangkot. The village offers an unsurpassed panorama of the Himalaya and Pokhara Valley. Take in the unforgettable sunset with views of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), the Annapurna Range and Hiuchuli.

Day 08: Pokhara Tour

Enjoy the sunrise views from Sarangkot and after breakfast we hike down to Pokhara for a full day sightseeing ahead including the Seti Gorge and Devi’s Falls, Gupteshwor Cave and Tibetan Refugee Camps. We will boat on Phewa Lake, the second largest lake of Nepal. An hour’s walk up the other side of the lake is the World Peace Pagoda.

Day 09: Morning drive to Nagarkot via Kathmandu

Depart for Kathmandu after breakfast (approximately 6 hours) and enjoy views of the Marsyangdi and Trisuli rivers and splendid scenery of the countryside and terraced farmland. From Kathmandu, we drive further for about an hour to reach Nagarkot just in time to savor the spectacular sunset panorama.

Day 10: Morning activities, Bhaktapur and Patan Tour

Dawn start to enjoy the mountain views from Nagarkot. After breakfast we will travel by private vehicle to Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a World Heritage Site with an extraordinary array of temples, statues and artwork with exquisite carvings. Lunch at Bhaktapur before transferring to the ancient Patan Durbar Square which shares some similarities to Bhaktapur Durbar Square though slightly smaller. It’s a beautiful place to be in the late afternoon as locals congregate on the steps of the temples to meet and chat about the days.

Day 11: Final Departure

We hope that you enjoyed your journey! Our representative will transfer you to the airport approximately 3 hours ahead of your flight time. We bid you farewell and hope to see you in Nepal again, soon. Or get ready for the next adventure.

Package Includes:

Private transportation and government licensed guide for hole trip.
Entrance fees for attractions (UNESCO world heritage sites, museums, etc.) Mensah as tour programs.
Accommodations in hotels and resorts as written in programs in programs.
Three daily meals while tours as written in Programs.

Package Excludes:

Lunch and dinner while in city’s as like Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Personal insurance or cost of air rescue in the event of emergency
Air ticket to and from Nepal from your point of origin
Visa fee for entry into Nepal
Personal expenses (souvenirs, alcoholic beverages, hygiene items, staff tips, etc.)