On the roads of Nepal

Trip Description

Accomodation

Stay program

• day 1

  Arrival in Kathmandu

  

  Scheduled flight to Nepal.

• day 2

  Kathmandu

  

  Arrival in Kathmandu. Welcome at Tribhuvan airport and transfer to the hotel. Evening and dinner at leisure, with, why not, a traditional dance show in a local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.

• day 3

  Kathmandu

  

  Breakfast at the hotel. Visit of Pashupatinath, Boudhnath and Patan. Located on the banks of the sacred Bagmati river, the temple of Lord Shiva Pashupatinath, with its two-tiered golden roof, is famous for its architecture. It attracts many pilgrims on the day of Maha Shivaratri. Non-Hindus are not allowed inside the temple grounds, but visitors can see it clearly and observe the activities inside the temple from the other side of the Bagmati. You may witness a cremation on the banks of the river. Continuation of the tour to Bouddhnath: this gigantic stupa is one of the largest in the world (it rises to 36 meters high) and the largest in the valley. It is the perfect embodiment of Tibetan Buddhism. Lunch in a local restaurant. Visit of Patan, "the City of Beauty", one of the three ancient capitals of the valley. Patan is full of temples, palaces, shrines, and Buddhist monasteries. Patan is rich in architectural treasures: the Royal Palace is the perfect example. Dinner at leisure and overnight at the hotel.

• day 4

  Kathmandu to Chitwan (170 km in 5 to 6 h)

  

  Breakfast. At the foot of the Himalayas, Chitwan is one of the few undisturbed remnants of the Terai region. A nature reserve listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is home to a very diverse fauna, such as the one-horned Asian rhinoceros, and is also one of the last refuges of the Bengal tiger. Free lunch. Departure for the safari where you will take a jeep tour, a boat ride, as well as walks in the jungle to observe the park's abundant flora and fauna. Free dinner and overnight at the hotel.

• day 5

  Chitwan

  

  Breakfast. Day dedicated to continuing safari activities. Lunch and dinner at your leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

• day 6

  Chitwan to Pokhara (160 km in 4 to 5 h)

  

  Breakfast, then departure to Pokhara. Lunch at leisure. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner at leisure and overnight at the hotel.

• day 7

  Pokhara

  

  Early in the morning, drive to Sarangkot to see the sunrise over the Himalayas. Enjoy tea/coffee at a local spot in Sarangkot. This is a hill rising to 1,600 m, located on the northern shore of Lake Phewa. On the way to Sarangkot, you will pass through the Schima-Catonopsis forest and have many opportunities to observe different species of birds. From Sarangkot, you can see the Pokhara valley as well as the Annapurna range. You can also catch a glimpse of Lake Phewa and its tributaries. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Visit the city, which is divided into three distinct areas: the Bazaar, the airport district, and Baidam, on the shore of Lake Phewa. Lunch. Boat ride on the lake. The Barahi-Bhawani temple is very close, on a small island. Barahi is considered to be one of the manifestations of the goddess Kali; therefore, animals are offered to her as sacrifices on worship days. Dinner at leisure and overnight at the hotel.

• day 8

  Pokhara to Kathmandu

  

  Breakfast. Return to Kathmandu. Free lunch on the way. Free time at the local market in Kathmandu. Free dinner and overnight at the hotel.

• day 9

  Departure from Kathmandu

  

  Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for your return flight, according to the schedule.