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Overviews
Welcome to Nepal! On arrival at Tribhuvan International
Airport, a representative from our office will greet you at the airport and
escort you to your hotel and help you check in. You will then be briefed about
your daily activities. You’ll have rest of the day at leisure.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: ARRIVE- KATHMANDU
Welcome to Nepal! On arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, a representative from our office will greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel and help you check in. You will then be briefed about your daily activities. You’ll have rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel
Day 02: SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF KATHMANDU & PATAN
Breakfast at Hotel
Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu, Swayambhunath & Patan
Kathmandu City:Kasthamandap, the source of the name Kathmandu means ‘made from the timber of a single tree’. Also known as Kantipur, the capital Kathmandu is the hub of Nepal's art and culture. It is a place for rest, relaxation and easy-day sightseeing of historic and artistic temples and monuments. Kathmandu Durbar Square with its arrays of temples and the ancient palaces of the former Nepali Royals enriches your experience of the centuries old civilisation.
Swayambhunath:Said to be around 2000 years old, this Buddhist Stupa sits atop a hill. The main stupa is composed of a solid hemisphere of brick and earth supporting a lofty conical spire crowned by a pinnacle of Copper gilt. Painted on the four sided base of the spire are the all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. The hill of Swayambhu is a mosaic of small Chaityas and Pagoda temples. You’ll get a scenic view of Kathmandu city from there.
Patan City: Located about 5 km south of Kathmandu, Patan is one of 3 royal cities in the valley. A destination for connoisseurs of fine arts, Patan is filled with wood and stone carvings, metal statues, ornate architecture, including dozens of Buddhist and Hindu temples, and over 1200 monuments.
Patan is believed to have been built in the third century B.C. by the Kirat dynasty later expanded and enriched by the Lichhavi and the Malla rulers in the medieval period. Patan Durbar Square, like its counterpart in Kathmandu, is an enchanting mélange of palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples.
The former Royal palace complex is the centre of Patan’s religious and social life, and houses a beautiful museum.One remarkable monument here is 16th century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna, built entirely of stone. Day concludes-Overnight at Hotel
Day 03: EVEREST FOR BREKFAST
You will reach the Domestic Airport early in the morning for a spectacular flight to Kongde in Everest region by a helicopter (round trip 3 hrs including shuttle between Kongde and Lukla). There, you will witness Everest’s glory while enjoying a warm breakfast served at one of Yeti Mountain Homes; a chain of World’s Best High Altitude Resorts.
OR
A little different but equally picturesque is a tour of Everest region in our Pilatus Porter (maximum 5 pax). From Kathmandu Airport around 06:30 hrs you’ll fly for approximately 45mins and land amongst towering Mountains in the lap of the Himalayas and villages you would never expect to see in such remoteness.
After walking 10-15mins to reach the Everest Panorama Resort, a hot breakfast will be awaiting you with Mt. Everest beckoning you.
After having breakfast at Kongde you’ll be flown back to Kathmandu by Helicopter and transferred to your hotel. Sightseeing tour of Bungmati and Khokana
Bungmati: Situated beyond the southern belt of Ring Road but within the valley lays Bungmati is a small Newari village still abiding its tradition. Little influenced by the modern city, Bungmati exemplifies true beauty of the still living age old culture and civilization. Your journey to Bungmati starts with a vantage point where one can behold the entire village of Bungmati and Khokana. Walking down the lanes of Bungmati, you will pass through local Newari people busy working on intricate designs in wood or stone on their way to creating many more beautiful artefacts keeping their talents running for the future generations to enjoy. Though, small in size, at least 100 people from the village earn their living through wood carving. The village is the origin of the precession of the chariot of Machhindranath, one of the most important festivals of the Newari community. Not far from the village of Bungmati, is another interesting Newari village called Khokana, where an important temple of Lord Ganesh is situated.
Khokana: Khokana is a small Newari village on the southern flank of Kathmandu valley and about 11 km. /7miles from Kathmandu city established in 7th century AD by the mighty Licchhavi rulers of Nepal. It is a unique village in the whole of Kathmandu valley because of its detachment from modern civilization.
Day concludes-Overnight at Hotel.
Day 04: SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF BHAKTAPUR & CHANGU NARAYAN
Breakfast at Hotel
Sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur & Changu Narayan
Bhaktapur (Bhadgaon): Also known as city of devotees, Bhaktapur is the home of medieval art and architecture. Lying 14 kilometres/9 miles east of Kathmandu City, this place was founded in the 9th Century and is shaped like a conch shell. The city is at the height of 4,600 ft. above sea level. In Bhadgaon, you will visit the Durbar Square with the Palace of 55 windows built by King Bhupatindra Malla. The famous five-storied Nyatapol temple on the terraces of which stands a pair of figures - two goddesses, two strong men, two elephants, two lions and two griffins is the tallest temple in the valley and was also built by King Bhupatindra Malla. It is one of the best examples of Pagoda styled temples.
Day concludes with a Farewell dinner at local restaurant with cultural dance show.
Changu Narayan Temple: Named after the deity enshrined inside, Changu Narayan Temple is located near the Changu Narayan village in Kathmandu. The temple is one of the oldest Hindu temples of the Valley, and is believed to be constructed in the 4th century. Changu Narayan is the name of Lord Vishnu, and the Temple is dedicated to him. A stone slab discovered in the vicinity of the temple dates to the 5th century, and is the oldest among stone inscription discovered in Nepal.
Day concludes-Overnight at the Hotel
Day 05: KATHMANDU
Breakfast at Hotel
Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath Temple & Boudhanath Stupa
Pashupatinath Temple: Pashupatinath Temple dating back to 400 A.D. is one of the oldest Hindu Temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is for the Hindus what Mecca is for the Muslims. Situated amidst a lush green natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, the temple was built in Pagoda Style with gilded roof and richly carved silver doors. Pashupatinath is the centre of annual pilgrimage on the day of Shivaratri which falls in the month of February/March. You’ll also be able to see cremation grounds that lie on the bank of Bagmati behind the temple.
Boudhanath Stupa:One of the oldest and the biggest Buddhist monuments ever built in Nepal; Boudhanath is one of the holiest structures imposing a height of 36 meters with three massive level Mandala style platforms. It is surrounded by colourful buildings housing families creating a friendly enclosure. The Stupa is visited every year by tens of thousands of pilgrims from all over the world.
“Were there nothing else in Nepal save the Durbar Square of Bhatgoan, it would still be aptly worth making a journey half way round the globe to see”~ E.A. Powell (The last home of Mystery) 1929, London.
Day concludes with a Farewell dinner at local restaurant with cultural dance show.
Day 06: DEPARTURE
Breakfast at the hotel.
We ensure that that you will leave Kathmandu with cherishing memory and an experience of a lifetime. Our representative will drive you to the airport in time for your flight back home. Journey well!
Welcome to Nepal! On arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, a representative from our office will greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel and help you check in. You will then be briefed about your daily activities. You’ll have rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel
Day 02: SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF KATHMANDU & PATAN
Breakfast at Hotel
Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu, Swayambhunath & Patan
Kathmandu City:Kasthamandap, the source of the name Kathmandu means ‘made from the timber of a single tree’. Also known as Kantipur, the capital Kathmandu is the hub of Nepal's art and culture. It is a place for rest, relaxation and easy-day sightseeing of historic and artistic temples and monuments. Kathmandu Durbar Square with its arrays of temples and the ancient palaces of the former Nepali Royals enriches your experience of the centuries old civilisation.
Swayambhunath:Said to be around 2000 years old, this Buddhist Stupa sits atop a hill. The main stupa is composed of a solid hemisphere of brick and earth supporting a lofty conical spire crowned by a pinnacle of Copper gilt. Painted on the four sided base of the spire are the all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. The hill of Swayambhu is a mosaic of small Chaityas and Pagoda temples. You’ll get a scenic view of Kathmandu city from there.
Patan City: Located about 5 km south of Kathmandu, Patan is one of 3 royal cities in the valley. A destination for connoisseurs of fine arts, Patan is filled with wood and stone carvings, metal statues, ornate architecture, including dozens of Buddhist and Hindu temples, and over 1200 monuments.
Patan is believed to have been built in the third century B.C. by the Kirat dynasty later expanded and enriched by the Lichhavi and the Malla rulers in the medieval period. Patan Durbar Square, like its counterpart in Kathmandu, is an enchanting mélange of palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples.
The former Royal palace complex is the centre of Patan’s religious and social life, and houses a beautiful museum.One remarkable monument here is 16th century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna, built entirely of stone. Day concludes-Overnight at Hotel
Day 03: EVEREST FOR BREKFAST
You will reach the Domestic Airport early in the morning for a spectacular flight to Kongde in Everest region by a helicopter (round trip 3 hrs including shuttle between Kongde and Lukla). There, you will witness Everest’s glory while enjoying a warm breakfast served at one of Yeti Mountain Homes; a chain of World’s Best High Altitude Resorts.
OR
A little different but equally picturesque is a tour of Everest region in our Pilatus Porter (maximum 5 pax). From Kathmandu Airport around 06:30 hrs you’ll fly for approximately 45mins and land amongst towering Mountains in the lap of the Himalayas and villages you would never expect to see in such remoteness.
After walking 10-15mins to reach the Everest Panorama Resort, a hot breakfast will be awaiting you with Mt. Everest beckoning you.
After having breakfast at Kongde you’ll be flown back to Kathmandu by Helicopter and transferred to your hotel. Sightseeing tour of Bungmati and Khokana
Bungmati: Situated beyond the southern belt of Ring Road but within the valley lays Bungmati is a small Newari village still abiding its tradition. Little influenced by the modern city, Bungmati exemplifies true beauty of the still living age old culture and civilization. Your journey to Bungmati starts with a vantage point where one can behold the entire village of Bungmati and Khokana. Walking down the lanes of Bungmati, you will pass through local Newari people busy working on intricate designs in wood or stone on their way to creating many more beautiful artefacts keeping their talents running for the future generations to enjoy. Though, small in size, at least 100 people from the village earn their living through wood carving. The village is the origin of the precession of the chariot of Machhindranath, one of the most important festivals of the Newari community. Not far from the village of Bungmati, is another interesting Newari village called Khokana, where an important temple of Lord Ganesh is situated.
Khokana: Khokana is a small Newari village on the southern flank of Kathmandu valley and about 11 km. /7miles from Kathmandu city established in 7th century AD by the mighty Licchhavi rulers of Nepal. It is a unique village in the whole of Kathmandu valley because of its detachment from modern civilization.
Day concludes-Overnight at Hotel.
Day 04: SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF BHAKTAPUR & CHANGU NARAYAN
Breakfast at Hotel
Sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur & Changu Narayan
Bhaktapur (Bhadgaon): Also known as city of devotees, Bhaktapur is the home of medieval art and architecture. Lying 14 kilometres/9 miles east of Kathmandu City, this place was founded in the 9th Century and is shaped like a conch shell. The city is at the height of 4,600 ft. above sea level. In Bhadgaon, you will visit the Durbar Square with the Palace of 55 windows built by King Bhupatindra Malla. The famous five-storied Nyatapol temple on the terraces of which stands a pair of figures - two goddesses, two strong men, two elephants, two lions and two griffins is the tallest temple in the valley and was also built by King Bhupatindra Malla. It is one of the best examples of Pagoda styled temples.
Day concludes with a Farewell dinner at local restaurant with cultural dance show.
Changu Narayan Temple: Named after the deity enshrined inside, Changu Narayan Temple is located near the Changu Narayan village in Kathmandu. The temple is one of the oldest Hindu temples of the Valley, and is believed to be constructed in the 4th century. Changu Narayan is the name of Lord Vishnu, and the Temple is dedicated to him. A stone slab discovered in the vicinity of the temple dates to the 5th century, and is the oldest among stone inscription discovered in Nepal.
Day concludes-Overnight at the Hotel
Day 05: KATHMANDU
Breakfast at Hotel
Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath Temple & Boudhanath Stupa
Pashupatinath Temple: Pashupatinath Temple dating back to 400 A.D. is one of the oldest Hindu Temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is for the Hindus what Mecca is for the Muslims. Situated amidst a lush green natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, the temple was built in Pagoda Style with gilded roof and richly carved silver doors. Pashupatinath is the centre of annual pilgrimage on the day of Shivaratri which falls in the month of February/March. You’ll also be able to see cremation grounds that lie on the bank of Bagmati behind the temple.
Boudhanath Stupa:One of the oldest and the biggest Buddhist monuments ever built in Nepal; Boudhanath is one of the holiest structures imposing a height of 36 meters with three massive level Mandala style platforms. It is surrounded by colourful buildings housing families creating a friendly enclosure. The Stupa is visited every year by tens of thousands of pilgrims from all over the world.
“Were there nothing else in Nepal save the Durbar Square of Bhatgoan, it would still be aptly worth making a journey half way round the globe to see”~ E.A. Powell (The last home of Mystery) 1929, London.
Day concludes with a Farewell dinner at local restaurant with cultural dance show.
Day 06: DEPARTURE
Breakfast at the hotel.
We ensure that that you will leave Kathmandu with cherishing memory and an experience of a lifetime. Our representative will drive you to the airport in time for your flight back home. Journey well!
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