Best of Nepal Tour 08 Nights / 09 Days

BEST OF NEPAL TOUR 08 NIGHTS / 09 DAYS

DAY 01: ARRIVE - KATHMANDU Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. On arrival in Kathmandu: Having cleared immigration, collected your luggage and passed through customs, please make your way towards the exit of the terminal building where you will see a bank of people waiting for you. Amongst them will be our representative who will be waiting to greet you with a paging board with your name on. Transfer to Hotel for check in. (BB plan)

DAY 02: KATHMANDU SIGHTSEEING Breakfast at Hotel Today Full day sightseeing of Kathmandu Durbar Square / Swoyambhunath Stupa & Pasupatinath – Boudhanath. Kathmandu Durbar Square (UNESCO World Heritage Site) Kathmandu Durbar Square is in the heart of old city Kathmandu in Basantapur. The complex was residence to Nepal's family before the construction of the Narayanhiti Palace. The founding of the Palace dates back to Licchavi times. With considerable renovations by Malla rulers and later the Ranas, construction was accomplished progressively over many centuries. Half day Sightseeing at Bouthnath and Pashupatinath. Bouddhanath today, is the Vatican city of Buddhism. The biggest and beautiful Stupa is surrounded by the Monasteries belongs to four famous orders of Tibetain Buddhism: Ningma-pa, Kagyu-pa, Sakya-pa and Gelug- pa. While circumambulating, you will contemplate the prayer flags, prayer wheels and Buddhist and non Buddhist people, amazed by the magic of the Stupa. Mindful circumambulation around one of the biggest and beautiful stupa of the world. Pashupatinath, the Pashupatinath Temple, situated on the banks of River Baghmati around 8 km from the city, is one of the holiest Hindu shrines. The presiding deity here is Shiva, who is worshipped in the form of the lingam. However, only Hindus are allowed inside. Overnight is at Hotel in Kathmandu.

DAY 03: KATHMANDU – CHITWAN Breakfast is at hotel. Drive to Chitwan (Approx .158 kms, 6 Hrs) Upon arrival, check in at Hotel for lunch. In the afternoon: Elephant-back safari: Guests will ride on elephant to explore the jungle and wildlife the one-horned rhinoceros, several types of deer, monkeys, wild boar, bison, sloth bear, leopard and, if Lucky, the Royal Bengal tiger. This exciting ride lasts for 2-3 hours. Evening: Slide presentation, one of our jungle experts will introduce background data and history of the Royal Chitwan National Park as well as some other topics relating to wildlife. Your questions are most welcome. Dinner and Overnight is at Hotel in Chitwan.

DAY 04: CHITWAN Breakfast is at the resort. Morning time is free till lunch. In the afternoon, Canoe ride in the Rapti River to visit Crocodile breeding centre and later Elephant Breeding Centre, jungle walk back to hotel. Evening: Tharu Stick dance: Farmers of the nearby villages will show some of their traditional skills and dances. Dinner and Overnight is at Hotel in Chitwan.

DAY 05: CHITWAN – POKHARA Breakfast is at Hotel. Drive to Pokhara( Approx 150 kms, 05 Hrs) Afternoon half day sightseeing of Pokhara city & Boat ride in Phewa Lake Devi's fall: Devi's fall (also known as Devin's and David's) is a lovely waterfall lying about 2-Km south-west of the Pokhara airport on the Siddhartha Highway. Legend has it that a trekker (Devin, David) was washed away by the Pardi Khola and mysteriously disappeared down into an underground passage beneath the fall. Gupteswore Cave: One of the largest caves in Pokhara dedicated to Lord Shiva is another nature's wonder in Pokhara. Bindabashini Temple, this temple dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga (manifested as Bhagwati, a blood- thirsty aspect of the goddess) is located near the busy Old Bazaar of Pokhara. The white pagoda-styled building at some 3000 feet above sea level is of great religious importance to Hindus living in Pokhara. People throng to this temple daily and also offer sacrifices of animals. One may also get to witness a Hindu wedding ceremony taking place in the temple premises. Later, drive back to the hotel Overnight is at hotel in Pokhara. ( BB plan ).

DAY 06: POKHARA Early morning, View Sunrise from Sarangkot hill Sarangkot, The sunrise above Himalayan range is spectacular from Sarangkot View tower. The facility of Binocular is available to grasp closest view of Annapurna Mountain Ranges. We start our trip early morning around 5 a.m to Sarangkot and view the sunrise from the hilltop. Breakfast at hotel AM: Half day Visit of Peace Pagoda Later, drive back to the hotel PM: Free for shopping on your own without any guide and transport Overnight is at hotel in Pokhara

DAY 07: POKHARA- KATHMANDU Breakfast at hotel Drive to Kathmandu ( Approx 210 kms, 5/6 Hrs). Upon arrival, check in the hotel. PM: Free for shopping on your own without any transport and guide Overnight is at Hotel in Kathmandu. (BB plan )

DAY 08: KATHMANDU-NAGARKOT EM: OPTIONAL MT. EVEREST EXPERIENCE FLIGHT (45-50 MIN) MOUNTAIN FLIGHT offers the closest possible aerial views of mount Mt. Everest, Kanchanjunga and the Tibetan Plateau. Twice the size of the Alps, their sheer immensity is mind-blowing Mountain flights appeal to all category of travelers and have become a popular tourist attraction of Nepal. The 45-minute flight offers an incredible panorama, and you can take a photograph of the world’s highest mountain from the cockpit. Breakfast is at the hotel. 10:00 hrs Check out from hotel & drive to Nagarkot en-route sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur Durbar Square. In the morning, drive to Nagarkot ( approx. 35 km, 1 & half hour), enroute visit Bhaktapur. Bhaktapur is located about 20 km east of Kathmandu and drive around 30 min. Bhaktapur is another Newar city founded in the 9th century. Bhaktapur Durbar Square is located in the center of Bhaktapur. The Square is one of the most charming architectural showpieces of the Valley as it highlights some of the finest medieval arts of Nepal. The main items of interest in Bhaktapur Durbar Square are the Lion Gate, the Golden Gate and the statues of kings on stone monoliths.

The Golden Gate was erected by King Ranjit Malla as the entrance to the main courtyard of the Fifty-five Windowed Palace. The Palace of Fifty-five Windows was built during the reign of King Yakshya Malla in A.D. 1427 and was remodeled by King Bhupatindra Malla in the Seventeenth century. Bhaktapur Durbar (Royal) Square was added to the list of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO in 1979. Continue drive to Nagarkot.

Nagarkot is a small village located 32 km east of Kathmandu, Nepal. At an elevation of 2,195 meter. It is considered one of the most scenic spot in Bhaktapur District. It is renowned for its sunrise/sunset view of the Himalaya including Mt. Everest as well as other snow-topped peaks of the Himalayan range of eastern Nepal. Nagarkot also offers a panoramic view of Kathmandu valley. Overnight is at Hotel in Nagarkot

DAY 09: NAGARKOT -KATHMANDU-DEPARTURE EM: Sunrise view from hotel (Subject to weather) Breakfast is at the hotel. Drive back to Kathmandu Later visit Patan city.

In Patan, the old Newar city, you will see the historic Durbar Square, the Golden Gate, the sky piercing temple of Taleju and the statue of Yogendra Malla, Krishna Mandir, Sati Temple, Hiranya Varna Mahabiar (the golden temple), and Mahabouddha with views of old carved wooden windows through the streets, curios shop and Bazaars. Free time to departure

Transfer to Kathmandu International airport to connect the flight for onward destination.

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Tour Cost Based on Based on Based on (Per Person Basis ) 3* Hotels 4* Hotels 5 * Hotels

For 01 PAX (Traveling alone) 47,000 51,000 67,000 For 02 PAX (Twin Sharing Basis) 27,000 29,800 38,800 For 03 PAX (Triple Sharing Basis) 28,500 31,800 38,800 Single Room Supplement 7,000 8,000 16,000

Child Policy : 8,000 9,500 11,800 06-11 Year child with Extra Bed (With the monuments fees )

Supplement cost for Everest Experience Mountain Flight with transfer (2 Pax and above ):

Rs 7,500 Per Person (subject to change)

The above costs Includes

# Services as mentioned in The Itinerary # All the transfers and sightseeing tours will be provided by air conditioned vehicle. # Arrival & Departure Transfers will be provided by English speaking representative # Sightseeing tours will be provided by local English speaking guide in Kathmandu and local English speaking guide in Pokhara. # Naturalist in Chitwan # Accommodation in twin sharing 3 nights at hotels in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast , 2 nights at hotels in Pokhara on bed and breakfast , 1 Nights at hotels in Nagarkot on Bed and breakfast , 2 nights at resort in Chitwan on full board on Bed & Breakfast basis. # Monuments entrance fees and Boating in Phewa Lake

The above costs do not include

- Any services not mentioned above - Any air fare & Airport Taxes - Tips and gratuities - Cost for the accompanying guide throughout the tour - Personal expenses - Insurance and Emergency Evacuation charges