Nepal Culture, Nature And Heritage Tour

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

This tour is an exclusive program in Nepal covering major tourist areas, namely Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan National Park and Lumbini. It encapsulates all the cultural and natural attractions Nepal has to offer. Enjoy full day sightseeing learning about art, culture and history of Kathmandu Valley, then head to Chitwan National Park to watch tigers, rhinos and elephants. You will also visit Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha and a world heritage site to observe the precious archaeological remains such nativity stone, ashoka pillar, Puskarni pond etc. Finally a visit to the lake city of Pokhara to see beautiful lakes and spectacular Himalayas will be icing on the cake.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day 1: Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. — On your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be welcomed by our airport representative then take you to your hotel where you will be served welcome drinks. In the afternoon, you can take a stroll around and visit shops, restaurants and bars. Stay overnight at the hotel. Day 2: City tour of Kathmandu — After breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up from hotel and take you for city sightseeing. On this day you will visit popular world heritage monuments in Kathmandu including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath, Budanilkantha and Pashupatinath. By late afternoon you will arrive back in your hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel. Day 3: City tour of Patan and drive to Nagarkot (2175m). — In the morning, you will do sightseeing in and around Patan. After completion of Patan sightseeing, you will drive to Nagarkot. Stay overnight at hotel in Nagarkot. Patan Durbar SquarePatan Durbar Square, like its counterpart in Kathmandu, is an enchanting mélange of palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples. Listed as a World Heritage Site, the former royal palace complex is the center of Patan’s religious and social life, and houses a museum containing an array of bronze statues and religious objects. One remarkable monument here is a 17th-century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna, built entirely of stone. The Main Attractions In Patan: Besides above mentioned places to visit, there are other significant sites to be explored: a) Taleju Bhawani Temple b) Bhimsen Temple c) Krishna Mandir d) Mul Chowke) Patan Museum f) Ashok Stupa g) Rato Machchhendranath Temple Nagarkot, (2175m) is one of the most popular destination for sunrise/sunset and mountain views. In the clear weather you can see an entire panorama of Himalayan peaks from Dhaulagiri in the west to Everest and Kanchanjunga in the east. Day 4: Drive from Nagarkot to Changunarayan then to Bhaktapur — Wake up early morning to enjoy the sunrise and mountain views. After breakfast, drive to Bhaktapur and on the way you will visit Changunarayan, a world heritage monument. In Bhaktapur you will visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square which is also a world heritage site. Later drive back to Kathmandu. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. Changunarayan:Changunarayan is situated on a hill ridge. Built around 323 AD by King Hari Datta Varma, the temple is considered the oldest temple in the valley and features richly decorated sculptures and carvings. Bhaktapur (1,401m) which means the city of devotees still retains a medieval charm and visitors to this ancient town are treated to myriad wonders of cultural and artistic achievements. The past glory of the Malla rules continues to be reflected on art and architecture of Durbar Square. Pottery and weaving are two traditional skills still practiced here. Bhaktapur is famous for woodcarving and the traditional topi or cap. Attractions within Bhaktapur Durbar Square include the National Art Gallery, Nyatapola Temple, Bhairavnath Temple, Dattatreya Temple and Dattatreya Square. Bhaktapur Durbar Square: The main square of the city contains innumerable temples and other architectural wonders such as Golden Gate, the statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, Dattatraya Temple etc. A magnificent statue of King Bhupatindra Malla in the act of worship is placed on a column facing the palace. It was listed in the UNESCO world Heritage Monument List in 1979. 55 Windows Palace: Built by King Yaksha Malla in 1427 A.D. and remodeled by King Bhupatindra Malla in the 17th century, intricately carved balcony and the windows remains a masterpiece of wood carving of Nepal. Nyatapola Temple: This five storied Pagoda Style temple was built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1708 A.D. and is well known for its massive structure and subtle workmanship. It is the tallest pagoda structure in the Kathmandu. Day 5: Drive from Kathmandu to Chitwan — Drive from Kathmandu to Chitwan. Enjoy some jungle activities in Chitwan National Park. Stay overnight at lodge in Chitwan. Day 6: Full day of jungle activities. Stay overnight at lodge in Chitwan. — During your stay In National Chitwan Park you will enjoy the following activities: Stay overnight at lodge in Chitwan. Bird Watching: The park is best for bird watching with over 450 species of exotic birds of domestic as well as migratory birds. Many are threatened, e.g. the Great pied hornbill, Bengal Florican, Peregrine falcon, lesser adjutant storks, etc. A bird watching trip will be a memorable experience. Nature Walk: Our experienced naturalists will accompany you to the more specialized habitats. This is the ideal opportunity to explore and experience at closer quarters and beauty of the flora and fauna. The authority of the naturalist must be closely observed to obviate any risks from wildlife attacks. Elephant Breeding Centre: This is the first Elephant breeding centre in Asia. You can see baby elephants socializing with their parents and other babies. This is managed by the government and its purpose is to provide care for elephants,. Village tour: Excursion in Tharu village will grant you an exhilarating experience. Tharus are the indigenous inhabitant of the Terai. We offer guided cultural tours to meet the people and experience their traditional self-sufficient way of life. Cultural Program: In the evening you can enjoy Tharu folk dance, a real cultural experience. Dressed in traditional colorful costumes Tharus perform unique rhythmic movements use their feet and sticks. Elephant back safari: The safest and most entertaining way to tour the park and see the wild animals i on an elephant back. Elephant Bathing: Elephant bathing in the river is one of the most entertaining activities for tourists inside the national park. Crocodile Walk: If you are fond of watching crocodile then you can participate in Crocodile. Led by a nature guide, you can visit the banks of Rapti and Narayani Rivers and watch crocodiles in their natural habitat. Canoe Trip: You can enjoy canoe trip on the Rapti River or The Budhi Rapti River which borders the National Park. You will have the opportunity to spot rare birds, crocodiles and other animals. Day 7: Drive from Chitwan to Lumbini. — After breakfast continue with additional jungle activities. Afterwards you will drive from Chitwan to Lumbini. In Lumbini, you can tour of the historical and religious sites around. Stay overnight at hotel in Lumbini. Day 8: Full day for sightseeing in Lumbini with a tour guide. — Some of the sites you will visit include Maya Devi Temple, Puskarni Pond, Ashkoa Pillar, Peace Stupa, Buddhist Library and Museum, Crane Sanctuary and international monasteries. Stay overnight at hotel in Lumbini. Important Sites In Lumbini Sacred Garden: The Sacred Garden was where Buddha was born in 623 BC. The garden is marked by a marker stone, the exact spot where Buddha descended at birth. Ashoka Pillar: This stone pillar was erected by Emperor Ashoka to marked the birth spot of Buddha, almost 800 years after Buddha was born. The pillar carries inscription in Pali script. Puskarni or Mayadevi Pond: Puskarni Pond sits right in front of Mayadevi Temple. The pond is considered to be sacred since it was here Queen Mayadevi took a bath before giving birth to Buddha. Lumbini Museum and Lumbini Research Center: These two are located within a few meters of each other. The museum has a substantial collection of Buddhist manuscripts, sculptures and coins dating back to 4th century. The Research Center is currently being developed as a knowledge repository for the benefit of scholars, researchers, students, pilgrims as well as travelers. There are over 12,000 books on religion, philosophy, art and architecture preserved in the center. Tilaurankot, Kudan, Gothihawa, Niglihawa, Devdaha, Sagarhawa are other important places around Lumbini. Day 9: Drive from Lumbini to Pokhara. — Pokhara is a tourist's paradise packed with natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist and Hindu temples along with the mountains. You can boat on Phewa Tal (lake) and watch towering peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara. Day 10: Drive to Sarangkot for the sun rise view with mountain — Early morning drive to Sarangkot to catch sunrise and mountain views. Then drive back to city for sightseeing in and around Pokhara valley. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara. Day 11: Full day sightseeing in and around Pokhara. — Enjoy full day sightseeing in Pokhara with a tour guide. You will visit World Peace Pagoda, International Mountain Museum, David Falls, Bindhbasini Temple, Mahadev Cave, Tibetan Refugee camp, etc. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara. Day 12: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. — After breakfast, you will take a long and exciting drive back to Kathmandu. En route you will revel in sights of green hills, rivers, villages and local lifestyle. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. Day 13: Free day in Kathmandu — You will have free time during the day for shopping and recreation. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. Day 14: Departure — As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer you from your hotel to the airport for your final departure.

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. — On your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be welcomed by our airport representative then take you to your hotel where you will be served welcome drinks. In the afternoon, you can take a stroll around and visit shops, restaurants and bars.+