Exclusive Nepal

Route : Kathmandu Pokhara Chitwan Nagarkot Kathmandu

10 days 9 Nights

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Kathmandu/ Nagarkot/ Chitwan/ Pokhara/ Kathmandu

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Itinerary

  • 1
    Day 1 : Arrive Kathmandu by late afternoon flight Kathmandu � Nagarkot (Approx. 32 Kms / 1 hr)

    Arrive Kathmandu by late afternoon flight. Meeting & assistance upon arrival and drive to Nagarkot. Upon arrival check-in at hotel. Nagarkot is a popular and romantic tourist spot of Nepal. It is situated 32 kilometes east of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2175 Mts. above the sea level. The panorama of the major peaks of eastern Nepal Himalayas including Mt. Everest can be seen from here and also good view for Sun rise and Sun Set. Overnight at Hotel in Nagarkot.

  • 2
    Day 2 : Nagarkot � Bhaktapur � Kathmandu

    Breakfast at the hotel. Morning depart for Kathmandu en route visiting Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Bhadgaon (Bhaktapur): Bhaktapur or Bhadgaon meaning the "city of devotees" lies 14 km east of Kathmandu. It is the home of medieval art & architecture and still retains its rich medieval aroma. A city of farmers, Bhaktapur is also known for its pottery and weaving. Bhaktapur is the most charming and the best preserved of the valley�s three cities. The intricately carved temples, alleyways and timeless atmosphere of this place are simply intriguing. The major sightseeing places in Bhaktapur include Durbar Square, the Golden Gate, Palace of 55 windows, Bell of the barking dogs, Nyatapola Temple, Bhairavanath Temple, Datattraya Temple, Pujari Math etc; Continue drive to Kathmandu, upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu

  • 3
    Day 3 : Kathmandu

    Breakfast at the hotel. Full day sightseeing of Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple & Boudhanath Stupa Kathmandu Durbar Square: Here you will visit the temple of the Living Goddess, who acknowledges the greetings of the devotees from the balcony of her temple residence. Kasthamandap - the source of the name Kathmandu and supposed to be made from the timber of a single tree and the Durbar Square ate with its array of temples overlooked by the Hanuman Dhoka Palace, the ancient place of the Nepalese Royalty. ? Swayambunath: Located approximately 4 km/2.5 miles, Buddhist stupa this is said to be 2000 years old. The stupa which forms the main structure is composed of a solid hemisphere of brick and earth supporting a lofty conical spire capped by a pinnacle of copper gilt. Painted on the four sided base of the spire are the all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. This hill is a mosaic of small Chaityas and Pagoda temples. Pashupatinath: Situated 5 kilometers ease of Kathmandu city, Pashupatinath temple is one of the holiest Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated amidst a lush green natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati river, the temple built in pagoda style has gilted roof and richly carved silver doors. Visitors will be permitted to view the temple from the east bank of River Bagmati, entrance in the temple being strictly forbidden to all non-Hindus. Pashupatinath is the centre of annual pilgrimage on the day of Shivaratri, which falls in the month of February/March. Behind the temples are the cremation grounds. Boudhanath: This stupa, eight kilometers east of Kathmandu City is one of the biggest in the world of its kind. It stands with four pairs of eyes in the four cardinal direction keeping watch for righteous behaviour and human prosperity. This Buddhist stupa was built by King Man Deva at the advice of Goddess Mani Jogini. It is built on an octagonal base inset with prayer wheels. The shrine is ringed by houses of Lamas of Buddhist priests. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu

  • 4
    Day 4 : In Kathmandu

    Breakfast at the hotel. Full day sightseeing of Patan Durbar Square, Bungamati & Khokana Village Patan is also known as Lalitpur or the "city of fine arts" and is the oldest city in the valley. This Buddhist City is said to have been founded by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC. Patan is the cradle of arts and architecture of the valley, a great center both of the Newari Buddhist religion and of traditional arts & crafts with 136 bahals or courtyards and 55 major temples. Well known among these are the Krishna Mandir, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar, Kumbeshwara temple, Jagatnarayan temple. Bungamati & Khokana The twin villages of Bungamati & Khokana date from the 16th century and are located south of Kathmandu, down a rutty road dotted with Chaityas. Bungamati is the winter home of Lord Rato Machhendranath, the protector God of Patan. The shrine of Karya Binayak is located between the two villages. At Khokana ancient oil presses can be seen at work in village houses. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

  • 5
    Day 5 : Kathmandu - Chitwan (Approx. 185 km/ 6 hrs.)

    Breakfast at the hotel. Morning drive to Chitwan, upon arrival check-in at the Resort. Dinner & Overnight at Resort in Chitwan

  • 6
    Day 6 : In Chitwan

    Breakfast at the resort. Full day jungle activities like elephant back safari, jungle walk, bird watching. Dinner & Overnight at Resort in Chitwan.

  • 7
    Day 7 : Chitwan � Pokhara (Approx. 165 Kms / 5 hrs.)

    Breakfast at the hotel. Morning drive to Pokhara, upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Later this afternoon walking tour in the local bazaar in Pokhara. Overnight at the hotel in Pokhara.

  • 8
    Day 8 : In Pokhara

    Early morning excursion to Sarangkot (subject to weather condition) The view of the Annapurna Himalaya from Sarangkot is almost a religious experience. From here, you can see a panoramic sweep of Himalayan peaks, from Dhaulagiri (8167m) in the west to the perfect pyramid that is Machhapuchhare (6997m) and the rounded peak of Annapurna II (7937m) in the east. Return hotel for the breakfast. Later this morning proceed for the sightseeing of Pokhara city visiting, Bindyabasini Temple, Mahadev Cave, davis fall and boating on Phewa Lake. Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave contains a huge stalagmite worshiped as a Shiva lingam. The standard ticket only covers the temple, but you can pay extra to clamber through a low tunnel behind the shrine, emerging in a damp cavern behind the thundering waters of Davi's fall. Davis Falls is a waterfall located at Pokhara in Kaski District, Nepal. An interesting aspect of the falls is that the water travels through natural tunnel prior. The water there comes from the Fewa Lake. It was named after Mrs. Davi, a Swiss tourist in Nepal, who was swimming in the Fewa Lake. Overnight at hotel in Pokhara

  • 9
    Day 9 : Pokhara � Kathmandu (Approx. 210 Kms. / 6 hrs.)

    Breakfast at the hotel. Morning drive to Kathmandu, upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Later this afternoon explore Kathmandu city on your own. Later this evening we shall provide Nepalese dinner with cultural dance at local restaurant. After dinner return to hotel for overnight stay.

  • 10
    Day 10 : Leave Kathmandu

    HOTEL CHECK-OUT TIME 1100 HRS. In time transfer to Kathmandu airport to connect flight for onward destination.