Namaste!! - We Welcome You With Folded Hands!!
Welcome to our tour, or as we say ‘Atithi Devo Bhava’ (The guest is an incarnation of God). Thank you for giving us the opportunity to serve you!!
Arrival in Kathmandu. Upon arrival, our representative will meet outside the arrival terminal building and transfer to Dwarika’s Hotel.
Afternoon, visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Ason Bazaar and Swoyambhunath Stupa.
Kathmandu Durbar Square: It was founded between 1069 – 1083 AD. The complex of palaces, courtyards and temples were built between 1200 and 1768 A.D. and once used to be the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. The main attractions are Royal Palace, Hanuman Dhoka, Taleju Temple, Kashtamandap Temple, Kumari Temple (Living Goddess) etc.
Ason Bazaar (Vegetable & Spice Market): Ason bazaar is the oldest shopping place in Kathmandu. The place has various shops where one can buy all kinds of goods, groceries, vegetables, spices, and other ingredients needed for worshiping Gods, and the ingredients needed for ritual works. The place holds the most number of shops and different customers and class people bringing a warm environment and friendly atmosphere. Ason is equally famed for its traditional and cultural lifestyle of the people.
Swoyambhunath: It is a Buddhist stupa which stands at the top of green hillock west of Kathmandnu. It is believed to be over 2000 years old and was the point where Manjushree discovered the lotus of the ancient valley lake. The main attractions are big Stupa, 365 steps, Pratapur Temple, Anantapur Temple, Manjushree Temple along with numerous small chhortens.
Evening, we will enjoy Nepali Dinner with cultural program at outside restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Radisson
Breakfast at Hotel
After breakfast, visit Kirtipur, Pharping and Patan Durbar Square.
Kirtipur: Kirtipur is an ancient city of Nepal. It is located 5 km southwest of Kathmandu. The name Kirtipur comes from the Sanskrit terms Kirti (glory) and pur (city). The colloquial term used for the city is Kipoo. Kirtipur's history dates from 1099 A.D. It was part of the territory of Lalitpur at the time of the invasion of the Kathmandu Valley by the Gorkhali king Prithvi Narayan Shah in the 18th century. In 1768, Prithvi Narayan Shah attacked Kirtipur and annexed it to the Gorkhali kingdom. He conquered the town on his third attempt. During this war he had lost many brave commanders.
Pharping: Pharping is an ancient renowned village situated in Southern Region of Kathmandu. "Shikharapur" is an ancient name of Pharping village. Shikharapur was an independent Newari State when Gopaleshowr Temple was in the middle of Pharping. It is a typical Newari village and Newari culture is a model for this whole village. It was an established state at that time when Kathmandu Valley was a lake. It is said there was no existence of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Lalitpur. Later Goddess Manjushree cut the Chovar gorge and the water of the valley flowed outside then after the valley became suitable to stay. Hence, Pharping has its own ancient history, so, it is considered as a History of Village. It's also said that Great Gurus of Hinduism and Buddhism get enlightened at Pharping. It's also famous as a religious place for Buddhist pilgrims as Great Guru Padmasambhava is said to have attained enlightenment at Asura Cave, Gorakhanath and Sheshnarayan Cave at Pharping.
Patan Durbar Square: The Patan Durbar Square has been acclaimed as one of the finest urban streetscapes in the world. Most of the monuments seen today were built between the 16th – 18th centuries. It is known as the centre of fine arts and for the superb craftsmanship of its artisans. Essentially a Buddhist city, historic inscriptions establish Patan as an important town as it is said to have been founded by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century B.C., although no historical proof exists. The main attractions are Royal Palace, Krishna Temple, Taleju Temple, Bhimsen Temple, Golden Temple (Hiranyavarna Mahabihar) etc.
Overnight at Hotel Radisson
Breakfast at Hotel
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Bharatpur by Buddha Air Or Yeti Airlines at 0930 hrs. Upon arrival, our representative will meet outside the arrival terminal building and transfer to Soaltee Westend Resort.
CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK
The Royal Chitwan National Park (953 sq. km) is one of the richest wildlife areas in Asia. There are over 68 species of mammals and 543 species of birds live in this national park. Some of these are the Royal Bengal Tigers, One horned Rhinos, Leopards, Sloth Bears, wild Boars, Deer, Gaur (Indian Bison), Gharial (crocodile), marsh Mugger (crocodile), Python and the very rare freshwater Gigantic Dolphin.
Upon arrival at the Resort, a short briefing on the Jungle program will be conducted by guide.
After Lunch at resort, proceed for jungle activities as set by the Resort
Overnight at Soaltee Westend Resort
Morning jungle activity.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to connect the flight to Pokhara by Buddha Air Or Yeti Airlines at 1105 hrs. Upon arrival, our representative will meet, assist and transfer to Fishtail Lodge.
POKHARA
Pokhara is the second most famous city which is nestled beneath the snow-crested Annapurna massif in a tranquil valley. It is the starting point for many of Nepal’s most popular trekking destinations. Pokhara is a place of remarkable natural beauty. The serenity of many lakes, rivers and mountains have created both peaceful and adventurous ambience for all visitors. Stretching from east to west, one can observe the mountain ranges which include Annapurna I to IV and Annapurna South. Although it is Machhapuchhre which dominates all others.
Afternoon, boating on Phewa Lake and Visit Peace Pagoda.
Peace Pagoda: A Peace Pagoda is a Buddhist stupa designed to provide a focus for people of all races and creeds and to help unite them in their search for world peace. It was built under the guidance of Nichidatsu Fujii (1885-1985), a Buddhist monk from Japan and founder of the Nipponzan-Myōhōji Buddhist Order. Fuji was greatly inspired by his meeting with Mahatma Gandhi in 1931 and decided to devote his life to promoting non-violence. In 1947, he began constructing Peace Pagodas as shrines to World peace all over the world.
Overnight at Fishtail Lodge
Breakfast at Hotel.
Early morning, excursion to Sarangkot (to view the Himalayas close-up). Sarangkot is the viewpoint that has a close view of the spectacular panorama of the Annapurna mountain range that forms its backdrop. Extending from east to west, the Annapurna massif includes Annapurna I to IV and Annapurna South. Although the highest among them is Annapurna I (8,091 m), it is Machhapuchhre that dominates everyone else in this neighborhood.
Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Afternoon, tour of Pokhara city which includes In the afternoon, tour of Pokhara city that includes the visits to Davis Fall, Seti Gorge, Bindhyabasi Temple, Old Bazaar, the Tibetan Refugee Camp etc.
Overnight at Fishtail Lodge
Breakfast is at Hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to port to connect the flight to Kathmandu by Buddha Air Or Yeti Airlines at 0900 hrs. Upon arrival, our representative will meet outside the arrival terminal building and transfer to Dwarika’s Hotel.
Later, visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square: It is an ancient capital of Kathmandu valley and was founded by King Yakshya Malla in the 14th century. It was the trade route to Tibet. It is considered as a museum of medieval art and architecture with many examples of sculpture, woodcarving and colossal pagoda temples. The main attractions are Royal Palace (fifty-five windowed), Golden Gate, Nyatapola Temple, statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, Dattatraya Temple, Bhairabnath Temple, Peacock Window etc.
Pashupatinath Temple: The Pashupatinath Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kathmandu. It is one of the sacred Hindu temple complexes located on the banks of the Bagmati River. It is not known when the Pashupatinath Temple was built. But according to Nepal Mahatmaya and Himvatkhanda, the deity here gained great fame there as Pashupati, the Lord of all Pashus (Animal), who are living and non-living beings. The existence of the Pashupatinath Temple dates back to 400 BC. C., the richly ornamented pagoda houses the sacred linga or the sacred symbol of Lord Shiva. There are many legends describing how the Pashupatinath temple arose here.
Boudhanath Stupa : It was built by King Lichchhavi Mana Dev in the 5th century AD. C. Boudhanath is also called Khasti Chaitya in Kathmandu. The huge mandala of the stupa makes it one of the largest spherical stupas in Nepal with lots of positive energy. From its whitewashed dome to its gilded tower painted with the all-seeing eyes of the Buddha, the monument is perfectly proportioned. Pilgrims do koras (circumambulations) in the morning and in the afternoon in search of luck, peace and prosperity for all beings that live in this world.
Overnight at Hotel Radisson
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