NO0701 Amazing Katmandu, Pokhara, Nagarkot, Boudhanath (Little Tibet) (Nepal Tour Package) (7 Days / 6 Nights)

Highlights

Kathmandu Durbar Square
– Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square, with its old temples and palaces, epitomizes the religious and cultural life of the people. Here, the kings of Nepal are crowned and solemnized. Interesting things for visitors to see are Taleju temple, gigantic figure of Kalbhairav (the god of destruction), Basantapur Durbar, and Temple of Kumari (living goddess).

Patan Durbar Square – The square boasts of many famous sites and unique architecture. Krishna Mandir in the Patan Durbar Square was built to honor an incarnation of Vishnu. Krishna was a favourite among the “Gopini” (cowgirls). His temple is the best example of stone architecture in the World. Scenes from the Mahabharat, Asia’s greatest mythological war, are carved on the temple’s walls.The streets in the Patan Durbar Square area are home to traditional artists and sculptors. Many more temples are dedicated to Ganesh (the elephant-headed god), Shiva, Narsingha & Taleju.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square – Bhaktapur which means the ‘city of devotees’ is a home of medieval art and architecture. Pottery and weaving are its traditional industries.

Boudhanath (Little Tibet) – UNESCO World Heritage Site – Boudhanath is among the largest stupas in South Asia, and it has become the focal point of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. The white mound looms 36 meters overhead. The stupa is located on the ancient trade route to Tibet, and the Tibetan merchants have rested and offered prayers here for many centuries. In the 1950s many refugees entered Nepal from Tibet and many have also decided to live around Boudhanath. Thus, the “Little Tibet” of Nepal was born. This “Little Tibet” is still the best place in the Valley to observe Tibetan lifestyle. Monks are seen walking about in their maroon robes. The Tibetans also walk with their prayer wheels in their hands, and the rituals of prostration are presented to the Buddha as worshippers circumambulate the stupa on their hands and knees, bowing down to their lord.

• • Price Per Person / Package ( RM )

Hotel
Manaslu Hotel – Katmandu / Chautari Hotel – Nagarkot / Meera Hotel – Pokhara (3* ) Twin: 2020
Himalaya Hotel –Kathmandu / Niva Newa – Nagarkot / Fewa Prince hotel- Pokhara (4* ) Twin: 2680

This package includes

• 6 Nights Hotel Stay (Twin / Triple Sharing)
• Meals as stated (6 Breakfast / 5 Lunch / 6 Dinner)
• Air Conditioned Vehicle
• English Speaking Guide
• Entrance Fees (as per itinerary)
• 1 Hour Boat Ride at Fewa Lake
• Tours & Transfers as per itinerary

This package excludes

• International Flight Tickets
• Airport Tax & Fuel Surcharge
• Personal Miscellaneous / Insurance / Shopping
• Personal Travel Insurance
• Visa (whenever applicable)

Notes

• All Hotel Rooms quoted are based on ROH / Standard Category
• Should the above recommended hotels become fully booked, a similar alternative will be offered
• Visa (whenever applicable) must be obtained prior to arrival in Katmandu
• Meals (Lunch / Dinner) in local restaurant
• Itinerary is subject to change to best meet operational situations
• International Passport must have at least 6 months of validity

Itinerary

Day 1: Kathmandu (-/-/D)

• • Am/pm Meet & Greet at Kathmandu Airport.
  • pm En route, visit the 2000 years old Swoyambhunath Stupa, locally known as the monkey temple. The temple exhibits great charms
    with its dazzling stupa, while offers a marvelous view of Kathmandu Valley.
  • pm Next, visit Patan. Patan is the oldest and second largest of the three cities in Kathmandu valley. Patan is also locally known
    as LALITPUR (city of beauty) and a city of artisans; in which, it has produced nearly all Nepal’s fine metal work. En route, stop at a Tibetan carpet factory
    where you may experience the process of Tibetan carpet making (spinning, dyeing and weaving is also shown ).
  • pm Overnight in Hotel

Day 2: Kathmandu – Pokhara (B/L/D)

• • am Breakfast
  • am After breakfast, check out from hotel. Next, you will enjoy a drive to Pokhara (the second largest and the most city in Nepal).
  • pm In the evening, enjoy 1 hour of boat cruise at Fewa lake. You will also have a chance to enjoy the beautiful sites of Himalayan
    during the (Fishtail, Machhapuchare, Annapurna,Dhaulagiri Himal )
  • pm Transfer to Hotel
  • pm Overnight in Hotel.

Day 3: Pokhara (B/L/D)

• • am Early morning drive to Sarangkot to see the beautiful Himalayan range. Sarangkot is a small hill that stands at 1592 metres high;
    it is quite steep but steps have been created to make it easier and safer for visitors. From here you can see Annapurna, Annapurna south, Machhapuchhare,
    Nil giri,Manaslu and many other highest peak of the western Himalayas.
  • Am/pm Breakfast. After breakfast, enjoy Half Day Pokhara City Tour and visit lakeside villages. Along the way, you will also be dazzled by
    the snow-capped peaks.
  • pm Overnight in Hotel

Day 4: Pokhara – Katmandu (B/L/D)

• am Breakfast
• Am/pm Check out from Hotel. Overland Transfer from Pokhara – Katmandu.
• pm Free at Leisure
• pm Overnight in Hotel
• Day 5: Katmandu – Nagarkot (B/L/D)
• am Breakfast in the hotel. Check out from Hotel.
• am Next, overland transfer to Nagarkot. On the way, you will visit Bhaktapur, which is known for its art and architecture
  ( Innumerable temples and other architectural show pieces. viz., The Lion Gate, the statue of king Bhupatindra Malla, the picture Gallery, the Golden Gate,
  the Palace of 55 Windows and Bell of Barking Dogs ) can be found here.The national Art Gallery is also housed inside. Entrance to the main courtyard of
  the Palace of 55 Windows (Built in 15th century) is the Golden Gate. Built by King Ranjit Malla, the Gate is a masterpiece in repose art and one of the most beautiful and richly carved specimens of its kind in the entire world. King Bhupindra Malla built the palace of 55 windows in the 17th century, In fact, it has a balcony of 55 windows with some gracious setting and sculptural design.
• am Next, we will proceed to Nagarkot which is 2300 m above sea level. Its commands a classic panorama of the Himalayan ranges.
  From here, you may be able to enjoy many major peaks of the Himalayas, like Langtang, Langtang-lirung, Chobha bhamre, Amadablam, Dorje Lhakpa, Gaurishankar and many peaks of the Himalaya, including Mt.Everest on a clear day. Do take the opportunity to catch an excellent view of sunset & sunrise
• pm Overnight in Hotel
• Day 6: Nagarkot – Katmandu (B/L/D)
• am Wake up early morning to catch the sunrise and beautiful view of Himalayan panorama
• am Check out from hotel and transfer to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, enjoy Lunch
• Am/pm After lunch, enjoy sightseeing tour to Durbar Square of Kathmandu, which is dominated by Shiva temple where the “Living Goddess” overlooks the square from the south. The square itself is divided into two parts: at the southern end is the Kasthamandap, the ancient building that probably
  gave Kathmandu its name. Built between the 12th and the 18th centuries, this complex of palaces, courtyards and temples is the historic seat of royalty. It used
  to be the seat of ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. The durbar Square, protected as a UNESCO World heritage site, epitomizes the religious and cultural life
  of the people.
• pm Next, you will proceed to Kirtipur for sight seeing tour. Kirtipur is one of the oldest towns in Kathmandu valley. It also contains few Buddhists sites both old & new. Cilancho Stupa is of historic importance
• pm Overnight in Hotel.
• Day 7: Kathmandu (B/-/-)
• am Breakfast
• am Check out from Hotel. Transfer to Airport