Nepal Cultural Tours
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Raven's 8 Days Trip to Nepal
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Duration
07 Nights/08 Days |
Places
Covered
Kathmandu - Chitwan - Pokhara - Kathmandu |
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Day 1 - Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport.
Your Bhutanese representative from Raven Tours and Treks
will greet you on arrival and drive you to the hotel where you
will be staying.
Later Sightseeing tour of Swayambunth & Kathmandu Durbar
Square.
Swayambunath is one of the world's most glorious Buddhist Chaitya.
It is said to be 2000 years old. Painted on the foursides of
the spdire bases are the all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. It
is three kilometeres west of Kathmandu city and is situated
on a hillock about 77 m. above the level of the Kathmandu Valley.
Kahmandu Durbar Square is the historic seat of ty. The Durbar
Square, with its old temples and places, epitomizes the religious
and cultural life of the people. It is here that Kings of Nepal
are crowned and their coronations solemnized. Interesting things
to seek here are; Taleju Temple built by King Mahendra Malla
in 1549 A.D., Kal Bhairav, the God of destruction, Nautalle
Durbar, Coronation Nasal Chowk, the Gaddi Baithak, the statue
of King Pratap Malla, the Big Bell, Drum and the Jagannath Temple.In
the evening welcome meal with Nepali traditional dance.
Later in the evening you will be taken to the typical Nepali
restaurant (Bhojan Grihia) for dinner and will be hosting traditional
dances.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 2 - In Kathmandu
After breakfast proceed for city tour of Kathmandu visiting
Pashupatinath and Boudhanath. Pashupatinath Temple
is situated 5 km east of Kathmandu, the temple of Lord Shiva,
Pathupatinath with two tierd golden roof and silver doors is
considered one of the holiest shrines of Hindus.
The stupa of Boudhanath lies 8kms east of Kathmandu.
This ancient colossal stupa is one of the biggest in the world
and the center of Buddhism in the world. It was listed in the
UNESCO Heritage Monument in 1979.
Later proceed for city tour of Kathmandu visiting Patan Square,
complex of palaces, courtyard and temples, built between
the 12th and 18th centuries, use to be the seat of the ancient
Malla kings of Kathmandu.
Later stroll around the city of Thamel.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 3 - Kathmandu to Chitwan.
After breakfast drive to Chitwan and check in upon arrival.
Lunch will be served at the resort/lodge.
In the afternoon proceed for a tour to Tharu Village and
witness the Tharu Cultural Performance.
Overnight in Chitwan.
Day 4 - In Chitwan
After breakfast, your adventure holiday starts off with canoeing
in the Rapti River where you can see Gharial and then, a
visit to the Elephant breeding centre.
After Lunch proceed to the jungle for a guided safari on Elephant
where you are free to see animals such as rhino, antelope and
other wildlife as you move through the jungle.
Overnight in Chitwan.
Day 5 - Chitwan to Pokhara.
The Pokhara Valley one of the most picturesque spot of Nepal,
is enchanted by its lovely lakes Phewa, Begnas and Rupa. Situated
200 kilometers west of Kathmandu, Pokhara is connected by air
as well or by road from Kathmandu. Situated at an altitude of
827 meter from the sea-level, Pokhara offers the magnificent
views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre, five peaks of Annapurna
and others. Pokhara's numerous lake, known as 'Tal' in Nepali
offer fishing, boating and swimming. Wake up early morning to
catch the sunrise over the Himalayan range.
After breakfast, take a quick tour of bird watching after which
we drive to Pokhara
Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 6 - In Pokhara
Morning visit Sarangkot: At an altitude of 1592 meters,
this mountain sits north of Pokhara overlooking the valley and
Fewa Tal. Just a short 2 hour scenic trek through small villages
and jungle from the main tourist area of Pokhara, or a 45 minute
taxi ride.
Sarangkot is a beautiful village best known for its sunrise,
where on a clear day you can see an unobstructed view of the
Himalayan Mountains of Annapurna rang, Dhauligiri, Fishtail.
Another main attraction to Sarangkot is to spend an hour in
the sky paragliding with fantastic views of the mountains and
the city below.
To experience true Nepali culture, take a 3 hour tour around
Sarangkot and meet the locals and see how they live.
After breakfast at hotel boatride on Phewa lake and city tour.
Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 7 - Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the Annapurna range.
Later fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu and then you have free time
to stroll around and do some shopping.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 8 - Depart from Kathmandu International Airport.
Early breakfast at the hotel and then drive to the airport to
board the flight. Your escort from Raven Tours and Treks will
assist you with exit formalities and bid you farewell.
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