Nepal

This 4 Nights 5 Days Nepal tour includes arrival in Kathmandu followed by a visit to Pashupatinath Temple. The program continues with a flight to Pokhara, where you will visit Sarangkot for sunrise views, Bindebasini Temple, the old bazaar area, Devi’s Fall, and Gupteshwor Cave. The return to Kathmandu includes leisure time, shopping opportunities, and visits to Patan Durbar Square, the Tibetan Refugee Centre, and Swayambhunath Stupa. The tour concludes with an airport transfer after completing all sightseeing and cultural experiences.

Day 01
Kathmandu

Meeting at the airport upon arrival by office personnel. Transfer to the hotel. Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal, and the Kathmandu Valley is the political and cultural heart of the kingdom. The urban sprawl that makes up modern Kathmandu is in fact two cities, Patan and Kathmandu.

After a short relaxation at the hotel, visit one of the important Hindu cultural sites in Nepal, Pashupatinath. This is the place where holy sadhus pray. The Pashupatinath Temple is a famous sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Pashupatinath and is located on the banks of the Bagmati River, 5 kilometres northeast of Kathmandu Valley, in the eastern city of Kathmandu. This temple is considered one of the most sacred temples of the Hindu faith. The temple serves as the seat of the national deity, Lord Pashupatinath. This temple complex has been on the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list since 1979. This “extensive Hindu temple precinct” is a sprawling collection of temples, ashrams, images, and inscriptions raised over the centuries along the banks of the sacred Bagmati River.

(The above sightseeing is for a maximum of 03 hours after the vehicle reports at the hotel.)

Day 02
Kathmandu / Pokhara (By Flight)

Fly to Pokhara. Pokhara is approximately 30 minutes by flight from Kathmandu. From Pokhara town (2,352 feet), in good weather, there are splendid views right from the hotel.

Day 03
Pokhara

This morning, you will go for an excursion trip to Sarangkot. Sarangkot is the most popular tourist destination from where visitors can enjoy a great view of the Pokhara Valley and the magnificent view of the Himalayas. Sarangkot is only 13 km from Lakeside, Pokhara. It is the highest viewpoint for a sunrise at an altitude of 1,592 meters. It is cooler than Pokhara and can be reached easily within 45 to 60 minutes by vehicle from Pokhara. Many tourists come to Sarangkot for sunrise. From Sarangkot, on the northern side, you can see Dhaulagiri in the far west. The Annapurna range is visible when the weather is clear on the same side. To the south, the village overlooks the city of Pokhara and its lake on the northwestern outskirts of the city.
(The above sightseeing is for a maximum of 03 hours after the vehicle reports at the hotel.)

This afternoon, you will visit Bindebasini Temple. This is one of the oldest temples in Pokhara and was once part of the Kaski Kingdom. The main deity of the temple, Goddess Durga, was brought from India. Apart from the peace and tranquillity of this region, the temple premises offer a good view of the Himalayas on a clear day. Since the temple is in the bazaar area, a journey through the old bazaar can be combined with a visit to the temple.

Sightseeing includes Devi’s Fall, also known as Patale Chango, an impressive waterfall lying 2 km southwest of Pokhara. During summer and the rainy season, the waterfall shows its true form, with gushing water splashing through the rocks. Just opposite Devi’s Fall, on the other side of the road, is Gupteshwor Cave. This cave is popular for the different natural forms made from limestone deposits. Photography is strictly prohibited inside the cave. Overnight at hotel.
(The above sightseeing is for a maximum of 03 hours after the vehicle reports at the hotel.)

Day 04
Pokhara / Kathmandu

Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. One can indulge in shopping or visit the casinos, trying their luck on their own. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05
Kathmandu / Airport

This morning, your tour will take you for a visit to Patan. Also known as Lalitpur, the city of beauty is separated from Kathmandu only by the Bagmati River and is the second-largest town in the valley. Lalitpur is distinguished by its abundance of ancient architectural masterpieces. Patan’s central Durbar Square is absolutely packed with temples and is an architectural centrepoint with a far greater concentration of temples per square metre than in Kathmandu or Bhaktapur.

Within the city also lies the Tibetan Refugee Centre, home to most of the valley’s Tibetan population. Although technically refugees, many Tibetans are among the wealthiest people in the valley due to their carpet industry. For those looking to bring home a fine Tibetan carpet, this is the place to shop.

You will then go to Swayambhunath. The golden spire of the 5th-century Swayambhu Stupa is adorned with colourful fluttering prayer flags. It crowns a hill overlooking the Kathmandu Valley and offers fantastic views of the city. Swayambhunath is one of the most recognizable symbols in Nepal, and the painted eyes of Buddha watch all who ascend the worn stone steps.
(The above sightseeing is for a maximum of 03 hours after the vehicle reports at the hotel.)

Later, you will be transferred to the airport in time to board your flight for the onward journey.