Holiday Package

1 WEEK PACKAGE:

Trip Profile:

6 Night and 7 Days in Nepal:

Nepal is the legendary Kingdom amidst of the mighty Himalayas range covers an approximate area of 147181 Sq. Miles. It descends image of towering mountain peaks, emerald valleys, dense Sub-Tropical forests decorated with wildlife.

Suggested Itinerary:

Day 01:

> Arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel, dinner at typical Nepali restaurant with culture show.

Day 02:

> After breakfast drive to Swayabhu Stupa. It watches over the valley from the top of a hillock on its western side. The Stupa is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal and its establishment is linked to the creation of the Kathmandu valley out of a primordial lake. Swayabhu is also known as Sengu and is listed as a World Heritage Site. You can see the spectacular view, take the photographs, and buy the handmade decorative goods, or do the recourse related to Buddhism.

> After spending few hours in Swayabhu Stupa, we’ll drive towards Boudhanath. It lies about 6km to the east of downtown Kathmandu and is largest Stupa in the valley. It looms 36 meters high and presents one of the most fascinating specimens to Stupa design. Boudhanath a World Heritage Site is also known as Khasti. There are more than 45 Buddhist monasteries in the area. An information counter run by the Buddha Area Preservation and Development Committee offers assistance to visitors.

> Back to hotel, leave you on your own.

Day 03:

> After breakfast, we drive towards Kathmandu Durbar Square which is at the heart of the City. Like its counterpart in Kathmandu is an enchanting mileage of palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples. Listed as a World Heritage Site the former Royal Palace complex is the center of Patan's religious and social life and houses a museum containing an array of bronze statues and religious objects.

> Iba Bahi is one of the oldest Buddhist monasteries and reflects the sophisticated architecture of the Malla period. It is situated about two minute walk south of Durbar Square. There is a shrine dedicated to Shakyamuni right across the entrance.

> Drive towards Patan to see Khumbeswor temple which situated in the northern part of Patan is dedicated to Shiva. It was founded in 1392 B.S and is the oldest existing temple in the city. It is also one of the only three temples in the valley with five roofs. The two ponds here (Kwanti) are believed to be connected by a lake, which lies several days walk north of Kathmandu.

> The next destination will be Patan Durbar Square As you walk in you cannot but be overcome by a feeling of inner harmony. Such is the art and architecture and the special layout here. The 15th century palace of 55 windows situated to the left as you enter through the city gate inspires admiration. The national Art Gallery is laso housed inside. The palace entrance the Golden Gate is a masterpiece in repose art. In front of the Palace building is a medley of temples of various designs.

> Back to hotel, leave you on your own.

Day 04:

> After breakfast drive to Straight towards Nakarkot overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 05:

> After breakfast drive to Straight towards The hill resort of Dhulikhel lies 32km to the east of kathmandu on the Arniko Highway that leads to Tibet. In the old days, Dhulikhel flourished as a trading center handling commerce between Kathmandu and Lhasa. Today, it delights visitors with its enchanting cultural heritageand stunning Himalayan views.

> There are many vintage points in Dhulikhel, which offer a panorama of Himalaya that will leave you spell bound. Looking out over low hills and valleys, the mountains rise up in an extended are stretching from the far right. More than 20 Himalayas peaks, including Annapurna(8091m), Ganesh (7429m), Langtang (7234m), Phurbi Chyachu (6637m), Gauri Shanker(7134m) and Lhotse(8516m) can be seen in all their glory. You should get up early in the morning to watch the frost rays of the summit gazing kaleidoscopic scene.

> The most popular activity for visitors in Dhulikhel is doing nothing for somthing more strenuous,we recommend bird watching. You can sit back in your hotel garden and admore the winged creatures fluttering from tree to tree. The forest around Dhulikhel harbor many species of exotic birds and observing them is wonderful past time. For adventure, there is hiking around the countryside, visiting nearby pilgrimage sites and mountains biking. Walking trails pass through Tamang villages and terraced fields providing you an insight into rural Nepal. The shrine of Namura of Namo Buddha, where the Buddha in a past life is said to have offered his ownflesh to a starving tigress, is four -five hours on foot. The center of attraction at the village of Panauti(two-four hours walk) is the temple of Indreswar Mahadev the oldest existing Pagoda structure in the Kingdom.

Day 06:

> After breakfast drive to Bhaktapur As you walk in, you cannot but be overcome by a feeling of inner harmony. Such is the art and architecture and the special layout here. The 15th century palace of 55 windows situated to the left as you enter through the city gate inspires admiration. The national Art Gallery is laso housed inside. The palace entrance the Golden Gate is a masterpiece in repose art. In front of the Palace building is a medley of temples of various designs.

> Taumadhi Square which lies to the east of Durbar Square reached by a narrow brick-paved lane. The towering five-roofed Myatapol temple presides over the square. The monument gracefully soars into the sky atop a five-storeyed plinth. The stairway leading upto the temple is flanked by figures of deities and mythical beast, each times more powerful than the one immediately below.

> Dattareya temple, It takes its name from the Dattareya temple dedicated to a three-headed combination of the Hindu deities Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Set in amze of streets lines with richly ornamented house, the square is famed for its many ornate Hindu monasteries known as Math. The nationalwoodworking Museum is also housed here and the Brass and Bronze Museum is across the street.

> Siddha Pukhu A pond dating back to the Lichhavi period is period is better known as Ta-Pukha, meaning big pond. Though situated right at the bus stop, it provides a serene atmosphere with its sashaying fish and the stone images of different Hindu and Buddhist Gods.

> Surya binayak which is one of the most popular pilgrimage spots. Situated in a thick forest to the south of Bhaktapur. It is a 20 minutes walk from the trolley bus terminal. The temple dedicated to the Hindu deity Ganesh is crowded with devotees especially on Tuesdays and Saturays.

> Back to hotel, dinner at typical Nepali restaurant with culture show.

Day 07:

> Final Departure to onward journey.

Our Services Include:

• Accommodation on twin sharing basis.

• American / Continental breakfast

• Services of qualified local guides (English speaking or choice of your languages) during the whole trip

• Arrival / departure & all tour by AC / Non AC vehicle

Exclusions:

• Any kind of personal expenses such as laundry, telephone bills and alcoholic beverages

• Insurance cover

• Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, etc

• Any tips to drivers, hotel staff, any meals apart from the ones mentioned above

• Any flight charges

• Monument entrance fee (sightseeing)