All meals in chitwan.

Autumn – September to November

Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport.
Welcoming  with Garlands(Nepali Traditional Style of Welcoming Guests)

Transfer to Nagarkot for the Hotel; rest of the day at leisure; enjoying the Valleys and Himalayan Sunset; Enjoy tranquility.

Overnight at Hotel.

After the Breakfast, We proceed for Exploring the ancient palaces of Kathmandu valley which are included in World Heritage Sites.

Places to Visit:

Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Bhaktapur meaning the city of devotees was founded by King Ananda Dev in 1197 A.D. according to the Gopal Raj Vamsabali even though the existence of the city could be traced back to the Licchavi period (185-750 A.D.). There are many monuments including pagodas, palaces, shikhara style monuments, courtyards and Buddhists shrines and monasteries. The Durbar Square was the seat of the Malla Kings and the present structures were erected from the 12^th to the 18^th century A.D. Bhaktapur is located at around 12 Km away from Kathmandu city.

Pashupatinath : Hindu Cremation
Situates 5 km east of Kathmandu city center, Pashupati literally means “Lord of Animals” and is considered to be the patron deity of Nepal. Pashupatinath is regarded as one of the holiest sites for Hindus all over the world. Once in their life the hindus have to be here either living or dead (culture of asses throwing into the Holy River Bagmati.
The cremation is done on the bank of the holy river Bagmati(tribute of ganges)
here you will feel like death is much more meaningful and open; from the other bank of the river we will have clear view of the cremation.
here we will encounter many shadus/ santa (saints) living their life in the name of the Lord.Pashupatinath temple is a pagoda style two-tiered golden roof with exquisitely carved four silver doors containing in its sanctum a phallic idol with four faces facing each direction and the other fifth one is looking up toward the zenith.

Boudanath

Boudanath is the biggest stupa of Nepal, is located 5km east of central Kathmandu. The stupa stands on a three-tiered platform raised over the crossed rectangles in order to bring out the yantra form.

The claims made in various religious and literary texts regarding the erection of the stupa is varied and conflicting. However, the stupa is believed to have been built in the 5^th century A.D. during the reign of the Licchavi kings.

As in other stupa architecture, this stupa also has Vairochana at the center followed by Aksobhya, Ratna Sambhava, Amitabha and Amogha Siddhi in east, south, west and north directions respectively. Similarly, there are one hundred and eight small niches around the stupa accommodating the icons of Buddhas, Bodhisatavas and other female deities along with conjoint figures in erotic poses. Likewise, at the bottom level, it is surrounded with the praying wheels embossed with the famous mantra Om Mani Padme Hum fixed in more than hundred and forty niches.

The stupa along with the monasteries are centers of learning, cultural activities, prayers and meditation.

Later, in the Evening Free on your own.
Overnight at hotel.

After Breakfast Drive/fly from Kathmandu to Chitwan, It is a long journey through the road while the natural beauty along the journey is breathtaking towards the southern plains.

Arrive Chitwan, Check-in to Hotel.

Everyday there are evening activities; as per the discussion of your jungle guide will tell you about your next activities with the best possible way of experiencing Chitwan.

Dinner & Overnight at Hotel.

Activities: jungle safari on elephant back, jungle walk, canoe ride, jeep drive and observation of Tharu Culture, Village Walk, Bird Watching e.t.c
The time of these jungle activities will be managed by the Jungle Guide. The information will be provided to us on the 1st day of briefing.

Lunch will be provided at the Hotel.

Evening continue the jungle activities.

Dinner at Hotel.

Overnight at Hotel.

The journey is not so long while the journey is on the southern part of Nepal. The land is plain and flat so the drive is not hetic; one can enjoy the beauty of the forest along with the wild animals on the way.

Arrive Lumbini.

Check in to Hotel.

Evening free  on your own to walk around the Lumbini Garden; and exploring different monasteries.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast, we can have a sightseeing of Pokhara; place to visit:

·         Bindabasini Temple: This is the oldest temple of Pokhara, here we can see 3 different Hindu temple. This temple is always in use for the marriage, name giving ceromany and there will be many people in the festival time.

·         Seti Gorge: we will be walking over a canal bridge from where we can see the river gorve. The river ‘seti’ is named after its colour meaning white. The source of the water is from the Himalayas such as Annapurna, Machhapuchre.

·         Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave: This is one of the pilgrimage site of Pokhara valley. The cave is known for shiva doing meditation in a tranquil cave. Here we can see stalicmite and stalactite. It is believed that the 4 ft  Shiva lingam (Shiva’s worshiping representation) is a stalicmite.

·         Davi’s Fall: this is one of the prominent sightseeing spot of pokhara. The 100 ft tall water fall is named after a swiss citizen Mrs Davi fall down in that waterfall while taking a bath, 1962 A.D
After Lunch you can enjoy boating/ fishing and also cycling around the lake.
later on the evening you can enjoy shopping or free walking.
Overnight at Hotel.

Arrive Kathmandu;
check-in Hotel;

·         There are a lot of places that might be on your list. So you can enjoy exploring the mythical tantrism valley for your own or just talk with your guide if you are with a planning to do something.

·         Swyambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple):
Located on a lovely hillock, Swayambhunath Stupa lies 4 km west of central Kathmandu. There are 365 steps leading all the way to the top commanding a magnificient view of Kathmandu valley and the breath-taking panorama of the snow-clad Himalayan Range. The tradition in the Stupa follows the Vajrayana for of Buddhism which is a tantric variation of the Mahayana Buddhism (the great vehicle). The stupa seem to have been constructed during the Licchavi Period. Religious and literally sources give numerous accounts of the establishment and the patronage of the Swayambhunath premises. It is also interesting to note that the stupa went a series of renovation during the Malla period in the medieval times with donations made by the merchants, monks, pilgrims and Buddhist followers.
·         Kathmandu Durbar Square:
   Kathmandu Durbar Square lies in the heart of the Kathmandu city. The locals know this area by its old name Hanuman Dhoka – an ancient seat of the Nepalese Royalty. The Royal Palace during medival timese were not merely for Royal Activities but also used as the center of Administration, cultural activities and festivals.

The Historical buildings and temples in the area were erected from the time of King Ratna Malla (1484-1520 AD) to Prithvi Bir Bikram Shah (1875-1911 AD) covering the Malla, Shah and Rana period of Nepalese history. The entire palace complex here is named after a monkey god called Hanuman. One can see a huge stone statue of Hanuman painted all red next to the main entrance (the golden gate) of the palace. Hanuman here is regarded as a powerful protector of the entire Durbar Square.
Patan Durbar Square

Patan is also known as Lalitpur which means the city of arts. It is located across the river Bagmati which is 5 km south of central Kathmandu. This city founded in 3^rd century A.D. by King Veera Dev has a distinction of being the home of the finest crafts and is considered oldest of all three cities of Kathmandu Valley. Most of the monuments in this square date back to the Medieval Malla period from 16^th to 18^th century and the monuments in the area are mostly created to King Siddhi Narsingha Malla, Shri Niwas Malla and Yog Narendra Malla.

Later, in the Evening Free on your own.
Overnight at hotel.

·         Airport pick-up and Drop in a private Car.

·         Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan & Nagarkot on Bed & Breakfast basis.

·         All meals; 2 Night/3 Days Package program including all jungle activities in Chitwan.

·         Welcome & farewell Dinner (with cultural Dance show).

·         Kathmandu-Chitwan-Pokhara-Kathmandu by Tourist Coach.

·         An experienced, English-Speaking Guide or different language Speaking Guide as per the demand of the clients;

·         Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation.

·         All necessary paperwork

·         All government and local taxes.

·         Nepal Visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport USD 25.00 Per person for 15 Days.

·         Airfare for International Flights

·         City entrance Fes at Kathmandu & Pokhara USD 65.00 per person.

·         Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu, Pokhara & Nagarkot.

·         Extra personal expenses like telephone bills, Laundry service, Drinks, Tips to Guides/Driver/helpers etc

·         Other Expenses not mentioned above.