Welcome to Nepal! Met upon arrival, at Kathmandu International Airport by our representative and transferred to hotel. Rest of the day will be at leisure.Overnight in Kathmandu.
After breakfast depart for city tour, visiting Pashupatinath Temple,Bouddhanath Stupa and Budhanilkantha.
Visit Pashupatinath, Nepal’s most sacred Hindu shrine and one of the subcontinent’s great Shiva sites. The supreme holiness of the site stems from the Shiva linga enshrined in its main temple and its location. It expresses the very essence of Hinduism as pilgrims, priests, devotes, temples, ashrams, images, inscriptions, and cremation ghats intermingle with the rituals of daily life, all sprawled along the banks of the sacred Bagmati River. The temple’s origins are obscure, an inscription dates from 477, but a shrine may have stood here for 1000 years before that.
Proceed to Boudhanath stupa, one of Nepal’s most distinctive monuments and one of the most important Buddhist sites in Nepal, with a diameter of over 100 meters, being amongst the largest in the world. There are several legends accounting for the stupa’s construction, but it is generally believed to date from the 5th century. All stupas contain holy relics and Boudha is said to contain the remains of the past Buddha Kasyapa.
Afternoon leave for the sightseeing tour of Swayambhunath.
Budhanilkantha Temple, located in northern part of Kathmandu valley, is a Hindu open air temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Budhanilkantha Temple is situated below the Shivapuri Hill at the northern end of the Kathmandu valley. And can be identified by a large reclining statue of Lord Vishnu. The temple's main statue of Budhanilkantha is considered the largest stone carving in Nepal.Overnight in Kathmandu.
After breakfast, drive overland to Pokhara. Arrive &check-in the Hotel. Later enjoy one-hour boat Ride on Fewa Lake. Overnight at Pokhara.
Pokhara is a remarkable place of natural beauty situated at an altitude of 827m from the sea level and 200 km west of Kathmandu valley, the city is known as a center of adventure. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal, noted for its tranquil atmosphere and the beauty of the surrounding countryside. It is also a base for trekkers undertaking the Annapurna Circuit. The enchanting city has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. The serene of lakes and the magnificence of the Himalayas rising behind them create an ambience of peace and magic. Overnight in Pokhara.
Early this morning, proceed for a sunrise tour. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Later full day tour of Pokhara.
Around 5 AM drive to Sarangkot, 9 kms north west of Pokhara. Conveniently perched high on the top of a ridge at 1,592m, the serene hill resort offers a spectacular panorama of the entire Annapurna range, stretching from east to west and the un-spoilt rural settlements just below those towering peaks. Viewing 700meters down from the top of Sarangkot, you can have awesome sights of the stretching Pokhara Valley, Phewa Lake and many more.
Return to the hotel for breakfast. Later commence your tour of Pokhara.
Start with Devi's fall, locally known as PataleChhango (Hell's Fall), also known as Devin's or David's, located about 2 km south-west of Pokhara airport. As the story goes, a foreigner named David was dipping in the PardiKhola (river) when the floodgates of the dam were opened, sweeping him into an underground passage beneath the fall, never to be seen again.
Proceed to Seti River Gorge, carved by Seti River, is one of the natural wonders of Pokhara. KI Singh Bridge at the Bagar, Mahendra Pool &Prithivi Highway Bridge near Bus Park provides a perfect view of the river's dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by the turbulent flow of white water like milk.Also visitGhupteshworMahadev cave, probably the longest and attractive cave in south Asia, located northwestern part of Pokhara.
End your tour with Bindsabasini Temple, a Hindu temple, built in a Pagoda style. You can also enjoy the fabulous views of the city and the mountain ranges from the temple. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga which is also known as Shakti or Kali and many manifestations. Many Hindus come to this temple for worship, marriage ceremony, bratabandha. Later free for shopping etc. Overnight in Pokhara.
After breakfast drive overland to Kathmandu. Arrive and check into hotel for meals and overnight. Overnight in Kathmandu.
After breakfast drive to Dhulikhel. Enroute visit Sanga Temple. Explore Dhulikhel city.
Start your tour with Kailashnath Mahadev Statue, world’s tallest Shiva world’s forth-tallest statue. It is situated in Sanga, the border of Bhaktapur and Kavrepalanchwok districts, about 20 km from Kathmandu.The statue is 144 feet high and made using copper, zinc, concrete and steel.
Dhulikhel is a popular tourism hotspot located about 30 km away from the capital of Kathmandu, with amazing views of the mountains.
Dhulikhelis situated at a height of 1500 meters, offering a spectacular view from all directions, while also being a melting pot of different native communities like the Brahmins, Newars, Tamangs and Chhetris that add immensely to the cultural value of Dhulikhel.Overnight in Dhulikhel
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast drive to Kathmandu enroute sightseeing of Bhaktapur city and Panauti Bazaar. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Bhaktapur: the city is also known, as like a museum of medieval art and architecture with many examples of sculpture, woodcarving and colossal pagoda temples consecrated to different gods and goddesses which is 15 km far from Kathmandu. It is a conglomeration of pagoda and Shikhar-style temples grouped around a fifty-five-window palace of brick and wood. The square is one of the most charming architectural showpieces of the Valley as it highlights the ancient arts of Nepal. The golden effigies of kings perched on the top of stone monoliths, the guardian deities looking out from their sanctuaries, the wood carvings in every place-struts, lintels, uprights, tympanums, gateways and windows-all seem to form a well-orchestrated symphony. Pottery and weaving are its major traditional industries.
Panauti is one of the historical cities in Nepal, located near Kathmandu. In the ancient period, it used to be the trading hub along with salt trade route between Tibet and India. After the end of salt trade in the 1950s and with the construction of Arniko Highway in 1960s which bypassed the town, Panauti went into an economic rut. There has been quite a debate on when Panauti was founded. Some believe that AnandaMalla (1274-1310 BC) founded Panauti, while others believe that there is a golden scripture dated 1385 located within the Indreshwar temple stating that King HarisinghDev founded the place.Panauti was integrated into the unified kingdom of Nepal at the end of 13th century along with Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur, which are all former capital cities of Kathmandu valley.Overnight in Kathmandu.
Begin your day with a walking tour of Chettinad, experiencing village life at sunrise. Visit the 110-year-old Chettinad Palace, built by Dr. Annamalai Chettiar, founder of Indian Bank and Annamalai University. See majestic homes that once housed large joint families. Enjoy a local coffee shop interaction to understand Chettinad life. Post-breakfast, visit a craftsman to learn how Athangudi tiles are made. Then, visit a non-profit involved in preserving local crafts and architecture. If available, meet Mrs. Meenakshi Meyyappa Chettiar at “The Bangala”, the region’s first heritage hotel built on a family property over 100 years old. Overnight at the hotel.
Dakshinkali is one of the famous touristic spots under the cultural tour in Nepal. The Kali goddess lives in south of Kathmandu city. South is 'Dakshin' in Nepali language. As resided in Dakshin direction of the city, Kali is called as Dakshinkali.
Dakshinkali is the violence incarnation of goddess 'Parbati', the wife of Lord Shiva.She accepts sacrificed animals. Hundreds of animals like chicken, goat, duck and water buffalo get sacrificed
every Saturday and Tuesday out in the open space of her temple in Dakshinkali.On the way back to Kathmandu, we will have sightseeing of Kirtipur.
Kirtipur: The city, Kirtipur, an ancient Newar town, perched on a hill, with paved streets lined by typical red-brick houses and tiled roofs, as well as temple squares. Its age-old traditional Newari buildings blending with the new and its architecture are outstanding. Kirtipur is a lively town that hosts a variety of traditional events known as Jatras in Nepali, which one can attend, if happening.Overnight in Kathmandu.
After breakfast proceed for Patan and Kathmanducity tour.
Patan the oldest of all the three cities of Kathmandu valley, is the best known for its artistic heritage. It is probably one of the oldest Buddhist City in the world. Its also known as Lalitpur. The city is surrounded by 4 Stupas as 4 corners of Patan, one at each corner of its cardinal points. These stupas are said to have been built by the famous Emperor Ashoka, an architectural treasures.As a western lady writer puts it - "Patan means eternity itself and Patan Durbar Square is the spectacular sight of Asia indeed". Durbar square is full of Hindu temples and Buddhist monuments with bronze gateways, guardian deities and wonderful carvings The major attraction here are Krishna Temple, Golden Window, Patan Museum, Mahabouddha Temple and others. Evening enjoyshopping at the local market.
Kathmandu City: Kathmandu is the hub of Nepal's traditional culture and arts. Enjoy your day resting, relaxing and easy-day sightseeing of historic and artistic temples and monuments, and mountain viewing. Kastamandap the source of the name Kathmandu, supposed to be made from the timberof single trees and its Durbar Square, is full of array of temples overlooked by the Hanuman Dhoka, a name derived from the statue of Hanuman, the monkey devotee of Lord Ram, near the entrance of the palace. Kathmandu Durbar Square holds the palaces of the Malla and Shah kings who ruled over the city. Along with these palaces, the square also surrounds quadrangles revealing courtyards and temples built back in the early days of Lichchhavi period in the third century.
Rest of the time will be at leisure. You can stroll around or go for shopping.Overnight in Kathmandu.
On time transfer to the international airport to fly back home.