Nepal Culture and Jungle Safari Tours

Arrive at Kathmandu international airport, you will be received by the representative of airport and would be further assisted & transferred to your hotel. Afternoon short walk around thamel. Evening culture program with dinner in Nepali Chulo. Overnight in Five star hotel in Kathmandu

KATHMANDU

Nestled in the lap of Snow Mountains, the verdant Kathmandu Valley abounds in archaic temples, shrines and palaces that reflect its glory of the bygone era. Colorful Kathmandu with its old Asian legacy houses seven Cultural Heritage Sites four of which are its art-excelling temples while three are residential palaces of ancient Royals. The Valley is situated at 1,336 meters above sea level and comprises three cities within its parameters. Kathmandu is connected by air and by road to most parts of Nepal. It is also connected by air to major cities in India and some parts of the world. With its many facades, Kathmandu is a true little city of wonder for its visitors

SWAYAMBHUNATH

KATHAMNDU DURBAR SQUARE

PATAN DURBAR SQUARE

Later visit the Kathmandu Darbar Square, Patan Darbar Square (Both UNESCO World Heritage Sites). Patan is the oldest and second largest city of three main cities in Kathmandu valley. Swayambhunath Gompa – it is one of the most magnificent Buddhist Chaityas in the world. It is believed to be 2000 years old structure. Overnight in Five star hotel in Kathmandu

PASHUPATINATH

BOUDHANATH

DRIVE TO NAGARKOT

Morning take an excursion to the ancient city of Bhadgaon. Later in the day take a tour of Pashupatinath – one of the very sacred temples for Hindus dedicated to Lord Shiva and Boudhanath – one of the largest Stupas of Nepal and also is one of the ancient Buddhist stupas. In the evening, you would be taken to Nagarkot for a panoramic Mountain View and experience sunset on the Himalayas. Stay overnight at the hotel.

BOATING IN LAKE

OVERNIGHT IN FISHTAIL LODGE

In the morning after having leisurely breakfast, drive further for beautiful town Pokhara. Rest of the time is free at the discretions. In the evening take an enjoyable boating over the pretty Fewa Lake. Stay overnight at the hotel.

PARAGLIDING ONE HOUR-ONE HOUR FOURTY FIVE MINUTE

BACK TO HOTEL

AFTERNOON SIGHTSEEING IN POKHARA INCLUDING BINDEBASINI TEMPLE, DAVIS FALLS,  MUSEUM IN POKHARA

OVERNIGHT IN FISHTAIL LODGE

Pokhara area shows the greatest contrast in landscape. Nowhere in the world can the highest mountains reaching 8000 meters level be admired from such small distance and from the tropical lowland without any intermediate mountain ranges. Pokhara is certainly one of the most extraordinary and beautiful places in the world.

Today take a daylong sightseeing tour of Pokhara visiting Seti George, Bindhebasini Temple, Tibetan refugee Camp and Davis fall. Stay overnight at the hotel.

AFTERNOON LUCH IN HOTEL AND JUNGLE ACTIVITIES

OVERNIGHT IN HOTEL IN CHITWAN INSIDE OR OUTSIDE

CHITWAN

The Royal Chitwan National Park, Nepal’s first ever national park lies at the foot of the Himalaya in the Inner Terai lowlands of Chitwan. Covering an area of 932 sq. kilometers the park extends over decidous forest foothills and river floodplains. The park is rich in its variety of vegetation and wildlife. The park provides one of the last habitats for endangered species like the Asiatic one-horned rhinoceros and the Royal Bengal tiger. Royal Chitwan National Park was officially established in 1973 and included as Natural Heritage Site in 1984.

In the morning proceed to one of the largest and well-known safaris in Asia – The Chitwan National Park. Rest of the time is kept free to enjoy the natural beauty.

OVERNIGHT IN HOTEL IN CHITWAN INSIDE OR OUTSIDE

The day will be used in taking various thrilling jungle activities like elephant safari, escorted jungle walk, bird watching tour along with a naturalist, canoe ride, Tharu stick dance and slide show.

SIGHTSEEING IN LUMBINI

OVERNIGHT IN BUDHA MAYA GARDEN

LUMBINI

Lumbini associated with the birth of Lord Buddha is of extreme archeological importance and also a UNESCO Cultural Heritage Site. It is said that Prince Siddhartha Gautam, who later became Buddha the Englightened One, was born in the gardens of Nepal’s Lumbini in 623 B.C. The main shrines of Lumbini are the newly restored Mayadevi Temple, the Ashokan Pillar behind the temple and the Lake Shakya Puskarini where Mayadevi is said to have bathed before delivering the little Buddha into the world.Several other places near Lumbini are linked with stories connected to Buddha and Buddhism. Lumbini is about 300 kilometers southwest of Kathmandu. Bus and flights to Bhairawa which is about 22 kilometers from Lumbini, are available from major cities. From Bhairawa transport services to Lumbini are easily available. Food and accommodation facilities are available in Lumbini and Bhairawa.

Have breakfast and drive to Lumbini – the birth place of Lord Buddha. On arrival at Lumbini, check-in the hotel. Later visit the birth place of Lord Buddha. The prime attractions of Lumbini are the Maya Devi Temple, the Sacred Garden and the Ashokan Pillar – that was erected by Mighty Emperor Ashoka the great in 249 BC.

FLY TO KATHMANDU

OVERNIGHT IN HOTEL

FAREWELL DINNER IN GOOD NEPALI RESTAURANT INCLUDING WITH CULTURAL PROGRAM

After having breakfast drive back to Kathmandu and check in to the hotel. Rest of the time is kept free at your discretion. Stay overnight at the hotel.

At appropriate time, you will be transferred to Kathmandu international airport to embark the flight back to the onward destination.