Nepal is a magnificent, diverse country where we begin by exploring the fabled city of Kathmandu with its colorful bazaars and huge array of temples. We then have the chance to go river rafting before heading to Nepal's most famous national park, Chitwan. We view the park and animals from the back of an elephant or a dug-out canoe on the river and take a guided walk through the jungle. There is also the opportunity to join in at elephant bath time! Nepal is most famous for its wonderful mountain scenery and we take you on an easy, off-the-beaten-track route to Panchase Hill.
Our experienced and fully trained trekking crew carries all the luggage and equipment (and tired children if needed!) Walking and camping out in the foothills of the world's highest mountains has to be one of the greatest adventures for all the family.
Itinerary in Detail
Day 01 :
Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to a hotel. Stay overnight at 4-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02 :
Sightseeing in and around Kathmandu. The places of interest include Pashupatinath Temple. 5 kilometers east of Kathmandu City, it is one of the holiest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated amidst a lush green natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati river, the temple is built in pagoda style and has a jilted roof and richly carved silver doors. Visitors will be permitted to view the temple from the east bank of Bagmati River, 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 temple are the cremation grounds. Stay overnight at 4-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Boudhanath Stupa
This Stupa, 8 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 behavior and human prosperity. This Buddhis Stupa was built by King Man Deva at the advice of the Goddess Mani Jogini. It is built on an octagonal base inset with prayer wheels. The shrine is ringed by houses of Lamas or Buddhist priest.
Swayambhunath Stupa
Swayambhunath is located approximately 4 kilometers west of the city, and this Buddhist Stupa 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.
Day 03 :
Enjoy white water rafting on the Trisuli river. Drive to Chitwan.
Day 04 :
At Chitwan National Park. Stay overnight in Chitwan.
The National Chitwan Park is widely acknowledged as one of the best national parks in Asia, it lies in the Terai region of southern Nepal. Diverse combination of nature is found here in Royal National Chitwan Park providing a perfect habitat of wildlife. It harbors many globally threatened species, including the Royal Bengal Tiger, great one-horned Rhino, Gharial crocodile, Asian Elephant, Sloth bear, Leopard etc.
During your stay in National Chitwan Park you are going to come through various nature and cultural program such as:
Canoe Trip: You can enjoy canoe trip on either The Rapti River or The Budhi Rapti River which border the National Park. You can see two types of crocodiles, the Gharial and Mugger basking on the river bank.
Bird Watching: For the bird watchers, it is Paradise Island 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 very memorable experience.
Jungle Drive: A tour by four wheel drive in the less distributed areas of the park to track the rarer species. You will visit Ox-bow Lake and museum of historic interest relating to the park. However during this period we will visit 20,000 areas which afford a varied experience of birds and mammals.
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 the 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 center is government owned and its purpose is to raise the young elephants, and to train them to convey tourist around the region.
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 will get an opportunity to be a part of aTharu folk dance. The drummers and symbolic stick dancers perform traditional movements and invite guests to join them in this rhythmic display. Such cultural shows performed by Tharus will be an unforgettable experience. The Tharus in traditional colorful costumes, unique in their disparity with the common mode of dress all over Nepal, are sure to captivate you.
Elephant safari: On elephant back you can view the wild life of the area in their natural habitat.
Elephant Bathing: Your guide will take you to the specific place where you can observe elephant bathing.
Crocodile Walk: One more option is to go for a crocodile walk. It goes through grassland and forest along the bank of Rapti / Narayani river.
Day 05 :
Drive to Bandipur. Travel to the ancient hill town of Bandipur, which boasts fabulous views of many of the Himalayan giants. In the afternoon, you can walk around the village.
Day 06 :
Drive to Pokhara. Scenic drive to the lakeside at Pokhara in the shadow of the Annapurna Range. After, enjoy a walk in beautiful Pokhara. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
Day 07-10 :
Panchase Hill. Camping trek through little villages and forests to Panchase Hill for a spectacular Annapurna panorama.
Day 11 :
Morning flight to Kathmandu. In the afternoon you are free to explore the city.
Day 12 :
Free morning. Free morning for an optional scenic flight over Everest. In the afternoon, departure for Kathmandu.
Day 13 :
Fly out from Kathmandu.
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